Agenda

1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

OPENING PRAYER - Pastor Quarterman - Victory and Praise worship Center

3.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.

ROLL CALL

5.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a.

Approval of Minutes from October 17, 2022 Regular Meeting Click to View

6.

PROCLAMATIONS

a.

Small Business Saturday Proclamation Click to View

7.

LETTERS TO COMMISSION

a.

Email from Jon Brady, News Director, CBS 12 expressing appreciation for the service, assistance, and professionalism of the Fort Pierce Police Officers that were dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the Gubernatorial Debate, and to Acting Lieutenant David Cuti, the primary point person on site, for his diligence and patience. Click to View

b.

Kia and Luca sent an email thanking Public Works Director Mike Reals and Engagement and Outreach Coordinator Kaitlyn Ballard for attending their Neighborhood meeting and assisting them. 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.

Approve funding in the amount of $100,000.00 for Building Department Contracted Professional Plan Review Services with CAP Government, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2023 pursuant to RFP No. 2019-012. Click to View

b.

Approve funding in the amount of $200,000.00 for Building Department Contracted Professional Inspection Services provided by CAP Government, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2023 pursuant to RFP No. 2019-11. Click to View

c.

Approve Change Order to Replenish Purchase Order 220510 CAP Government - Professional Inspection Services in the amount of $64,804.00 to satisfy remaining invoices for the 2022 fiscal year. Click to View

d.

Authorize the Mayor to certify the Community Development Block Grant 2023 Annual Action Plan that was submitted to HUD on August 15, 2022. Click to View

e.

Approval of the agreement between the City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County to Exchange Rights of Way. Click to View

f.

Approve Johnson Controls to provide for Fire Alarm & Voice Panel Replacements to the Sunrise Theatre as a single source in the total amount of $67,159.00. Click to View

12.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

a.

Public Hearing and presentation on the Amended Citizen Participation Plan. Click to View

b.

Quasi-Judicial Hearing continued from September 19, 2022 - Review and approval of an application for a Conditional Use submitted by Tillman Infrastructure, Inc and applicant Telsula Morgan to build a 160-foot monopole communication tower at 1601 N. 25TH Street Fort Pierce FL 34957. Parcel ID: 2404-608-0095-050-9 Click to View

c.

Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 22-033 changing Short Term and Vacation Rental renewal dates from September 30 to anniversary billing. SECOND READING Click to View

d.

Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 22-034 creating an Affordable Housing Advisory Committee due to the larger allocation for the S.H.I.P. programs. SECOND READING Click to View

e.

Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 22-035 - Impact Fee Moratorium within Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area. SECOND READING. Click to View

f.

POSTPONED TO DEC. 5, 2022 Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 22-036 amending Chapter 34 - Article I and Chapter 34 - Article II establishing Parking Regulations. FIRST READING Click to View

13.

CITY COMMISSION

a.

Resolution No. 22-R42 appointing Victoria Bush to the Sunrise Theatre Advisory Board and Mayor Hudson's representative. 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, November 7, 2022 - 5:05 p.m. City Hall - City Commission Chambers, 100 North U.S. #1, Fort Pierce, Florida



1.		CALL TO ORDER

2.		OPENING PRAYER - Pastor Quarterman - Victory and Praise worship Center

3.		PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.		ROLL CALL

5.		APPROVAL OF MINUTES

	a.	Approval of Minutes from October 17, 2022 Regular Meeting Click to View

6.		PROCLAMATIONS

	a.	Small Business Saturday Proclamation Click to View

7.		LETTERS TO COMMISSION

	a.	Email from Jon Brady, News Director, CBS 12 expressing appreciation for the service, assistance, and professionalism of the Fort Pierce Police Officers that were dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the Gubernatorial Debate, and to Acting Lieutenant David Cuti, the primary point person on site, for his diligence and patience. Click to View

	b.	Kia and Luca sent an email thanking Public Works Director Mike Reals and Engagement and Outreach Coordinator Kaitlyn Ballard for attending their Neighborhood meeting and assisting them. 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.	Approve funding in the amount of $100,000.00 for Building Department Contracted Professional Plan Review Services with CAP Government, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2023 pursuant to RFP No. 2019-012. Click to View

	b.	Approve funding in the amount of $200,000.00 for Building Department Contracted Professional Inspection Services provided by CAP Government, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2023 pursuant to RFP No. 2019-11. Click to View

	c.	Approve Change Order to Replenish Purchase Order 220510 CAP Government - Professional Inspection Services in the amount of $64,804.00 to satisfy remaining invoices for the 2022 fiscal year. Click to View

	d.	Authorize the Mayor to certify the Community Development Block Grant 2023 Annual Action Plan that was submitted to HUD on August 15, 2022. Click to View

	e.	Approval of the agreement between the City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County to Exchange Rights of Way. Click to View

	f.	Approve Johnson Controls to provide for Fire Alarm & Voice Panel Replacements to the Sunrise Theatre as a single source in the total amount of $67,159.00. Click to View

12.		PUBLIC HEARINGS

	a.	Public Hearing and presentation on the Amended Citizen Participation Plan. Click to View

	b.	Quasi-Judicial Hearing continued from September 19, 2022 - Review and approval of an application for a Conditional Use submitted by Tillman Infrastructure, Inc and applicant Telsula Morgan to build a 160-foot monopole communication tower at 1601 N. 25TH Street Fort Pierce FL 34957. Parcel ID: 2404-608-0095-050-9 Click to View

	c.	Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 22-033 changing Short Term and Vacation Rental renewal dates from September 30 to anniversary billing. SECOND READING Click to View

	d.	Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 22-034 creating an Affordable Housing Advisory Committee due to the larger allocation for the S.H.I.P. programs. SECOND READING Click to View

	e.	Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 22-035 - Impact Fee Moratorium within Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area. SECOND READING. Click to View

	f.	POSTPONED TO DEC. 5, 2022 Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 22-036 amending Chapter 34 - Article I and Chapter 34 - Article II establishing Parking Regulations. FIRST READING Click to View

13.		CITY COMMISSION

	a.	Resolution No. 22-R42 appointing Victoria Bush to the Sunrise Theatre Advisory Board and Mayor Hudson's representative. 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.