Agenda

1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

OPENING PRAYER - Chris Fogal, Treasure Coast Christian Alliance

3.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.

ROLL CALL

5.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a.

Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2022 regular meeting. Click to View

6.

PROCLAMATIONS

a.

Flood Awareness Week Click to View

b.

Arbor Day Click to View

7.

LETTERS TO COMMISSION

a.

Letter from Gil Hyatt Construction's Gilbert E. Hyatt, IV, Vice President, and Dax Williams, Senior Project Manager in recognition of the following employees' contribution to the completion of the construction of 7-Eleven Fort Pierce Store #41527: Building Department: Cesar Flores, Amaris Gil, Kevin Grant, Anthony Jetmore, Paul Julin, Frank Remling, Ed Roseberry, John Sellers, Ed Smith, Kim West and Logan Winn; City Clerk's Office: Tiffany Goodwin and Latoya Ransom; Engineering Department: Venetia Barnes; Planning Department: Jennifer Hofmeister-Drew and Alicia Rosenthal; Public Works Department: Paul Bertram and Jacolby Washington. Click to View

b.

Dr. Kittams sent an email applauding the City of Fort Pierce Animal Control Officers for going above and beyond at the Sunrise Humane Society's free Rabies clinic by directing traffic, educating pet owners about City programs, and even rounding up a distressed pet. Click to View

c.

Maureen VanName sent an email commending the following speakers at the Solid Waste Division's Lunch & Learn on their professionalism, knowledge, and pride in their which so important to the residents of the City of Fort Pierce: Jacolby Washington, Solid Waste Division Manager, Tysha Williams, Solid Waste Operations Manager, Ernest Ricciardi, Solid Waste Driver, and Kaitlyn Ballard, Executive Assistant. Click to View

8.

ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA

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.

10.

MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS

11.

CONSENT AGENDA

a.

Purchase approval for Securitas., Uniontown, OH for the security enhancement of the City Marina in the amount not to exceed $289,748.93. Click to View

b.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce demolition fees in the amount of $10,176.20 against 507 N 14th Street, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2409-503-0012-000/2 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $6,156.20, leaving a balance due of $4,020.00 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including demolition fees in the amount of $$10,176.20 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

c.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $3,509.29 against 507 N 14th Street, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2409-503-0012-000/2 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $2,305.59, leaving a balance due of $1,203.70 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive fees including lot clearing fees in the amount of $3,509.29 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

d.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce demolition fees in the amount of $14,267.20 against 2604 Avenue E, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2405-817-0039-000/9 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of 8,427.20, leaving a balance due of $5,840.00 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including demolition fees in the amount of $14,267.20 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

e.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of 318.44 against 2604 Avenue E, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2405-817-0039-000/9 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $236.17, leaving a balance due of 82.27 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including the lot clearing fees in the amount of $318.44 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

f.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $2,116.01 against 2604 Avenue E, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2405-817-0039-000/9 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of 1,713.43, leaving a balance due of 402.58 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including lot clearing fees in the amount of $2,116.01 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

g.

Approve request to reduce Code Enforcement lien in the amount of $13,300.00, against 1810 Tucker Court, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 - Parcel ID Number 2409-712-0009-000/0, owned by Simon Castor, to $1,400.00 to be paid within 60 days. Click to View

h.

Approve request to reduce Code Enforcement lien in the amount of $71,940.00, against 1810 Tucker Court, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 - Parcel ID Number 2409-712-0009-000/0, owned by Simon Castor, to $2,000.00, to be paid within 60 days. Click to View

i.

Approve request to reduce Code Enforcement lien in the amount of $3,490.00, against 121 N 12th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 - Parcel ID Number 2409-517-0021-000/1, owned by Simon Castor, to $850.00 to be paid within 60 days. Click to View

j.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $1,164.51 against 805 Gardenia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2422-605-0002-000/3 owned by Charles C. Welch, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $872.07, leaving a balance due of $292.44 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all interest, penalties and administration costs plus a portion of the lot clearing costs in the amount of $1,000.00 leaving a balance due of $164.51 payable in 60 days, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

k.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce demolition fees in the amount of $10,570.93 against 712 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2410-601-0148-000/9 owned by Shirley Gavin, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $6,420.93, leaving a balance due of $4,150.00 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including the demolition fees in the amount of $10,570.93 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

l.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $5,047.63 against 712 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2410-601-0148-000/9 owned by Shirley Garvin, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $3,883.99, leaving a balance due of $1,163.64 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including the lot clearing fees in the amount of $5,047.63 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

m.

Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $871.74 against 712 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2410-601-0148-000/9 owned by Shirley Garvin, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of 592.24, leaving a balance due of 279.50 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees in the amount of $871.74 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

12.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

a.

Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 22-009 - Impact Fee Moratorium within Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area. SECOND READING. Click to View

b.

Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 22-010- An Ordinance amending Ordinance 21-137, Recorded at Book 4733, Pages 2465-2471, and extending the territorial Limits of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, to include 3450 Sunrise Blvd In Fort Pierce, Florida. FIRST READING Click to View

c.

Public Hearing - Resolution No. 22-R11 designating the property at 100 Blue Sky Circle, Fort Pierce, Florida 34947, identified by Parcel ID Numbers 2419-211-0004-000-8 and 2419-211-0004-010-1, as a Green Reuse Area pursuant to § 376.80(2)(c), Florida Statutes. FIRST READING Click to View

d.

Resolution 22-R13, Authorizing the execution of a deed transferring three (3) parcels located near 322 N 2nd Street, the King's Landing Site, to the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency Click to View

e.

Resolution 22-R14, Authorizing the execution of a deed on behalf of the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority to transfer three (3) parcels near 322 N. 2nd Street, the King's Landing Site, to the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency Click to View

f.

Public Hearing - Resolution 22-R15, Providing City of Fort Pierce authorization to the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency to transfer ten (10) parcels near 322 N. 2nd Street, the King's Landing Site, to Audubon Development, Inc., for less than fair value as a viable community redevelopment project. Click to View

13.

CITY COMMISSION

a.

Resolution 22-R12 appointing John Heaning to the Parking Committee as Commissioner Gaines' appointee. Click to View

b.

Submittal of applications for the Historic Preservation Board. Click to View

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.

15.

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

a.

Reports Click to View

16.

COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION

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.

Pursuant to Sec. 2-49, Fort Pierce Code of Ordinances, persons desiring to place an item on the agenda may make written request to the city manager no later than 5:00 p.m. fifteen (15) days preceding the regular city commission meeting. Such request must state the subject matter of the individual's appearance and should include any background materials pertinent to the issue. The city manager shall review the request to determine if the item might be handled administratively or whether the subject matter is an item of city business. If appropriate, the city manager shall submit the item for placement on the agenda to the city clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. ten (10) days preceding the regular city commission meeting. The mayor may impose a time limitation of five (5) minutes, or allow such additional time he or she determines necessary and appropriate for such person to make presentation. All reports, communications, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, documents or other materials to be submitted to the commission shall, no later than 12:00 noon on Wednesday prior to each meeting, be delivered to the city clerk and furnish each member thereof with a copy of the same prior to the regular meeting.

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, the City hereby advises you that if you or another person decide to appeal any decision made by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at its meeting or hearing, that you or said person will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose, affected persons may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the City for the introduction or admission into evidence of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (772) 467-3065 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

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C I T Y O F F O R T P I E R C E CITY COMMISSION AGENDA Regular Meeting - Monday, March 7, 2022 - 6:00 p.m. City Hall - City Commission Chambers, 100 North U.S. #1, Fort Pierce, Florida



1.		CALL TO ORDER

2.		OPENING PRAYER - Chris Fogal, Treasure Coast Christian Alliance

3.		PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.		ROLL CALL

5.		APPROVAL OF MINUTES

	a.	Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2022 regular meeting. Click to View

6.		PROCLAMATIONS

	a.	Flood Awareness Week Click to View

	b.	Arbor Day Click to View

7.		LETTERS TO COMMISSION

	a.	Letter from Gil Hyatt Construction's Gilbert E. Hyatt, IV, Vice President, and Dax Williams, Senior Project Manager in recognition of the following employees' contribution to the completion of the construction of 7-Eleven Fort Pierce Store #41527: Building Department: Cesar Flores, Amaris Gil, Kevin Grant, Anthony Jetmore, Paul Julin, Frank Remling, Ed Roseberry, John Sellers, Ed Smith, Kim West and Logan Winn; City Clerk's Office: Tiffany Goodwin and Latoya Ransom; Engineering Department: Venetia Barnes; Planning Department: Jennifer Hofmeister-Drew and Alicia Rosenthal; Public Works Department: Paul Bertram and Jacolby Washington. Click to View

	b.	Dr. Kittams sent an email applauding the City of Fort Pierce Animal Control Officers for going above and beyond at the Sunrise Humane Society's free Rabies clinic by directing traffic, educating pet owners about City programs, and even rounding up a distressed pet. Click to View

	c.	Maureen VanName sent an email commending the following speakers at the Solid Waste Division's Lunch & Learn on their professionalism, knowledge, and pride in their which so important to the residents of the City of Fort Pierce: Jacolby Washington, Solid Waste Division Manager, Tysha Williams, Solid Waste Operations Manager, Ernest Ricciardi, Solid Waste Driver, and Kaitlyn Ballard, Executive Assistant. Click to View

8.		ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA

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.

10.		MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS

11.		CONSENT AGENDA

	a.	Purchase approval for Securitas., Uniontown, OH for the security enhancement of the City Marina in the amount not to exceed $289,748.93. Click to View

	b.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce demolition fees in the amount of $10,176.20 against 507 N 14th Street, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2409-503-0012-000/2 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $6,156.20, leaving a balance due of $4,020.00 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including demolition fees in the amount of $$10,176.20 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	c.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $3,509.29 against 507 N 14th Street, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2409-503-0012-000/2 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $2,305.59, leaving a balance due of $1,203.70 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive fees including lot clearing fees in the amount of $3,509.29 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	d.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce demolition fees in the amount of $14,267.20 against 2604 Avenue E, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2405-817-0039-000/9 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of 8,427.20, leaving a balance due of $5,840.00 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including demolition fees in the amount of $14,267.20 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	e.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of 318.44 against 2604 Avenue E, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2405-817-0039-000/9 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $236.17, leaving a balance due of 82.27 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including the lot clearing fees in the amount of $318.44 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	f.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $2,116.01 against 2604 Avenue E, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2405-817-0039-000/9 owned by SOD Direct LLC, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of 1,713.43, leaving a balance due of 402.58 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including lot clearing fees in the amount of $2,116.01 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	g.	Approve request to reduce Code Enforcement lien in the amount of $13,300.00, against 1810 Tucker Court, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 - Parcel ID Number 2409-712-0009-000/0, owned by Simon Castor, to $1,400.00 to be paid within 60 days. Click to View

	h.	Approve request to reduce Code Enforcement lien in the amount of $71,940.00, against 1810 Tucker Court, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 - Parcel ID Number 2409-712-0009-000/0, owned by Simon Castor, to $2,000.00, to be paid within 60 days. Click to View

	i.	Approve request to reduce Code Enforcement lien in the amount of $3,490.00, against 121 N 12th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 - Parcel ID Number 2409-517-0021-000/1, owned by Simon Castor, to $850.00 to be paid within 60 days. Click to View

	j.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $1,164.51 against 805 Gardenia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2422-605-0002-000/3 owned by Charles C. Welch, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $872.07, leaving a balance due of $292.44 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all interest, penalties and administration costs plus a portion of the lot clearing costs in the amount of $1,000.00 leaving a balance due of $164.51 payable in 60 days, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	k.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce demolition fees in the amount of $10,570.93 against 712 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2410-601-0148-000/9 owned by Shirley Gavin, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $6,420.93, leaving a balance due of $4,150.00 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including the demolition fees in the amount of $10,570.93 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	l.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $5,047.63 against 712 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2410-601-0148-000/9 owned by Shirley Garvin, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $3,883.99, leaving a balance due of $1,163.64 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees including the lot clearing fees in the amount of $5,047.63 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

	m.	Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing fees in the amount of $871.74 against 712 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2410-601-0148-000/9 owned by Shirley Garvin, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of 592.24, leaving a balance due of 279.50 payable in 60 days. The applicant is asking to waive all fees in the amount of $871.74 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission. Click to View

12.		PUBLIC HEARINGS

	a.	Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 22-009 - Impact Fee Moratorium within Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area. SECOND READING. Click to View

	b.	Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 22-010- An Ordinance amending Ordinance 21-137, Recorded at Book 4733, Pages 2465-2471, and extending the territorial Limits of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, to include 3450 Sunrise Blvd In Fort Pierce, Florida. FIRST READING Click to View

	c.	Public Hearing - Resolution No. 22-R11 designating the property at 100 Blue Sky Circle, Fort Pierce, Florida 34947, identified by Parcel ID Numbers 2419-211-0004-000-8 and 2419-211-0004-010-1, as a Green Reuse Area pursuant to § 376.80(2)(c), Florida Statutes. FIRST READING Click to View

	d.	Resolution 22-R13, Authorizing the execution of a deed transferring three (3) parcels located near 322 N 2nd Street, the King's Landing Site, to the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency Click to View

	e.	Resolution 22-R14, Authorizing the execution of a deed on behalf of the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority to transfer three (3) parcels near 322 N. 2nd Street, the King's Landing Site, to the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency Click to View

	f.	Public Hearing - Resolution 22-R15, Providing City of Fort Pierce authorization to the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency to transfer ten (10) parcels near 322 N. 2nd Street, the King's Landing Site, to Audubon Development, Inc., for less than fair value as a viable community redevelopment project. Click to View

13.		CITY COMMISSION

	a.	Resolution 22-R12 appointing John Heaning to the Parking Committee as Commissioner Gaines' appointee. Click to View

	b.	Submittal of applications for the Historic Preservation Board. Click to View

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.

15.		COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

	a.	Reports Click to View

16.		COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION

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.


Pursuant to Sec. 2-49, Fort Pierce Code of Ordinances, persons desiring to place an item on the agenda may make written request to the city manager no later than 5:00 p.m. fifteen (15) days preceding the regular city commission meeting. Such request must state the subject matter of the individual's appearance and should include any background materials pertinent to the issue. The city manager shall review the request to determine if the item might be handled administratively or whether the subject matter is an item of city business. If appropriate, the city manager shall submit the item for placement on the agenda to the city clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. ten (10) days preceding the regular city commission meeting. The mayor may impose a time limitation of five (5) minutes, or allow such additional time he or she determines necessary and appropriate for such person to make presentation. All reports, communications, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, documents or other materials to be submitted to the commission shall, no later than 12:00 noon on Wednesday prior to each meeting, be delivered to the city clerk and furnish each member thereof with a copy of the same prior to the regular meeting. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, the City hereby advises you that if you or another person decide to appeal any decision made by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at its meeting or hearing, that you or said person will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose, affected persons may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the City for the introduction or admission into evidence of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (772) 467-3065 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.