Agenda

1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

OPENING PRAYER - Pastor Todd Smith, Common Ground Vineyard Church

3.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.

ROLL CALL

5.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a.

Approval of Minutes from the February 17, 2015 regular meeting. Click to View

b.

Approval of the Minutes from the open portion of Special Meeting on February 19, 2015. Click to View

6.

PROCLAMATIONS

a.

Proclamation recognizing Eugene "Gene" Sereg for his work promoting the City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County though his work with Main Street Fort Pierce.
Click to View

b.

Proclamation recognizing the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity 2015 Florida State Conference. Being received by Clifton Wilson. Click to View

7.

LETTERS TO COMMISSION

a.

Presentation of the Islander Award by Carole Mushier, President of the South Beach Association, to Public Works Manager, Mike Reals. Click to View

b.

Resolution of Appreciation for Treasure Coast First Responders issued by the District Board of Trustees of Indian River State College in recognition of the outstanding bravery, dedication and service provided to residents of Florida's Treasure Coast by the Fort Pierce Police Department. Click to View

c.

Commendation letter from Michael Yurocko, Vice President of SLC Commercial, Inc., recognizing Kori Benton, Historic Preservation Officer. Click to View

8.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

Any person who wishes to comment on any subject which is not under Public Hearings on the Agenda 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.

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9.

CONSENT AGENDA

a.

Request to reduce Code Enforcement Lien in the amount of $21,240.00 against 1219 Avenue L owned by Ossie & Sheila Robinson, 1219 Avenue L, Ft. Pierce, FL 34981 to $1,240.00 payable in 60 days and contingent on paying the lot clearing lien and the administrative repair lien against property. Click to View

b.

Waive interest, penalties, administrative fees in the amount of $624.24 for Lot Clearing Lien totaling $1,250.87 against 2610 Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Pierce, FL, owned by Carr Investment Properties, Inc. (trustee) contingent upon payment of $626.63 within 60 days.
Click to View

c.

Request to reduce Code Enforcement Lien in the amount of $35,040.00 against 2610 Sunrise Boulevard. The property was previously owned by Jorge & Juanna Palacios, 2610 Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Pierce, FL and is currently owned by Jayson Oneschuk, Carr Investment Property, Inc., 521 S Andrew Avenue #7, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 to $3,504.00 payable in 6 months. Click to View

d.

Approval of Travel for Mayor Hudson to attend the Florida League of Cities Legislative Action Days in Tallahassee, FL on March 17-18, 2015 in the amount of $736.09.
Click to View

e.

Approval of Communitywide Council Recommendations for 2014-2015 Commercial Facade Grant Awards Click to View

f.

Approval of request by FPTA Storage FT. Pierce LLC to install an above ground LP tank at 4888 Okeechobee Rd.
Click to View

g.

Approval of request by Buteau Morestant to install an above ground LP tank at 2211 Avenue E.
Click to View

h.

Approve Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. as the lowest responsive bidder for an amount not to exceed $387,593.73 for South 21st Street and Havana Avenue Sidewalk Improvements.
Click to View

i.

Approval of Change Order No. 1 to Bellingham Marine in the amount of $11,832.60 to change the Marina electrical pedestal breakers from standard breakers to a 30 milliampere instantaneous trip breaker pending approval by the City Attorney. Click to View

j.

Approval of Change Order No.2 to Bellingham Marine in the amount of $31,366.50 for the replacement of 6 wood navigational markers with steel marker poles in the deeper water of the City Marina entrance channel pending approval by City Attorney. Click to View

10.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

a.

(1) Public Hearing for State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for Fiscal Years 2015-2016, 2016-2017 and 2017-2018.

(2) Adopt Resolution No. 15-R10 - Approving the Local Housing Assistance Plan as required by SHIP. Click to View

b.

Approval with conditions of application for a Conditional Use with New Construction and Site Plan submitted by Diocese of Palm Beach, Inc. to construct an off-site parking lot located at San Juan Diego Catholic Church, 2912 Delaware Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. Property is zoned R-3, Single Family Moderate Density.
Click to View

c.

Approval with conditions of application for Conditional Use with no new construction submitted by Treasure Coast Bible Assembly to locate at 4146 Edwards Road, Fort Pierce, FL. Property is zoned E-3, Residential Single-Family - 3 units per acre. Click to View

d.

Approval with conditions of application for Site Plan Approval submitted by The Hutton Company to construct a Family Dollar Retail Store located approximately at 1210 S 25^th Street, Fort Piece, FL. Property is zoned C-2, Neighborhood Commercial.
Click to View

e.

Approval of application for Waiver of Distance submitted by Bunwin, Inc. (owner) and Robert Smith (applicant), operating as Celebrity Peacock Jazz and Blues Club, for a 4COP Alcoholic Beverage License, located at 510 Orange Avenue. Property is zoned C-3, General Commercial. Click to View

e.

Approval of application for Waiver of Distance submitted by Bunwin, Inc. (owner) and Robert Smith (applicant), operating as Celebrity Peacock Jazz and Blues Club, for a 4COP Alcoholic Beverage License, located at 510 Orange Avenue. Property is zoned C-3, General Commercial. Click to View

f.

Ordinance No. 15-004 - Replacing the PUD Zoning District with a PD Zoning District in Section 22-40. SECOND READING

Click to View

g.

Ordinance No. 15-005 Amending Section 2-29 and Section 2-35 relating to procedure for making public comment at meetings and placement on the agenda. SECOND READING Click to View

11.

MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS & REQUESTS

a.

Melody Lane Fishing Pier Update Click to View

b.

Bellingham Marine Floating Dock Construction Update. The project is currently on schedule to be completed the beginning of May. Click to View

c.

City Marina Update including dock revenue projections by Dean Kubitschek, City Marina Manager. Click to View

12.

CITY COMMISSION

a.

Resolution No. 15-R09 appointing members to the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals.
Click to View

13.

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

a.

City Manager's Departmental Activity Report Click to View

14.

COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION

15.

ADJOURNMENT

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) 467-3052 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 2, 2015 - 6:30 p.m. City Hall - City Commission Chambers, 100 North U.S. #1, Fort Pierce, Florida



1.		CALL TO ORDER

2.		OPENING PRAYER - Pastor Todd Smith, Common Ground Vineyard Church

3.		PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.		ROLL CALL

5.		APPROVAL OF MINUTES

	a.	Approval of Minutes from the February 17, 2015 regular meeting. Click to View

	b.	Approval of the Minutes from the open portion of Special Meeting on February 19, 2015. Click to View

6.		PROCLAMATIONS

	a.	Proclamation recognizing Eugene "Gene" Sereg for his work promoting the City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County though his work with Main Street Fort Pierce. Click to View

	b.	Proclamation recognizing the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity 2015 Florida State Conference. Being received by Clifton Wilson. Click to View

7.		LETTERS TO COMMISSION

	a.	Presentation of the Islander Award by Carole Mushier, President of the South Beach Association, to Public Works Manager, Mike Reals. Click to View

	b.	Resolution of Appreciation for Treasure Coast First Responders issued by the District Board of Trustees of Indian River State College in recognition of the outstanding bravery, dedication and service provided to residents of Florida's Treasure Coast by the Fort Pierce Police Department. Click to View

	c.	Commendation letter from Michael Yurocko, Vice President of SLC Commercial, Inc., recognizing Kori Benton, Historic Preservation Officer. Click to View

8.		COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Any person who wishes to comment on any subject which is not under Public Hearings on the Agenda 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. ----

9.		CONSENT AGENDA

	a.	Request to reduce Code Enforcement Lien in the amount of $21,240.00 against 1219 Avenue L owned by Ossie & Sheila Robinson, 1219 Avenue L, Ft. Pierce, FL 34981 to $1,240.00 payable in 60 days and contingent on paying the lot clearing lien and the administrative repair lien against property. Click to View

	b.	Waive interest, penalties, administrative fees in the amount of $624.24 for Lot Clearing Lien totaling $1,250.87 against 2610 Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Pierce, FL, owned by Carr Investment Properties, Inc. (trustee) contingent upon payment of $626.63 within 60 days. Click to View

	c.	Request to reduce Code Enforcement Lien in the amount of $35,040.00 against 2610 Sunrise Boulevard. The property was previously owned by Jorge & Juanna Palacios, 2610 Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Pierce, FL and is currently owned by Jayson Oneschuk, Carr Investment Property, Inc., 521 S Andrew Avenue #7, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 to $3,504.00 payable in 6 months. Click to View

	d.	Approval of Travel for Mayor Hudson to attend the Florida League of Cities Legislative Action Days in Tallahassee, FL on March 17-18, 2015 in the amount of $736.09. Click to View

	e.	Approval of Communitywide Council Recommendations for 2014-2015 Commercial Facade Grant Awards Click to View

	f.	Approval of request by FPTA Storage FT. Pierce LLC to install an above ground LP tank at 4888 Okeechobee Rd. Click to View

	g.	Approval of request by Buteau Morestant to install an above ground LP tank at 2211 Avenue E. Click to View

	h.	Approve Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. as the lowest responsive bidder for an amount not to exceed $387,593.73 for South 21st Street and Havana Avenue Sidewalk Improvements. Click to View

	i.	Approval of Change Order No. 1 to Bellingham Marine in the amount of $11,832.60 to change the Marina electrical pedestal breakers from standard breakers to a 30 milliampere instantaneous trip breaker pending approval by the City Attorney. Click to View

	j.	Approval of Change Order No.2 to Bellingham Marine in the amount of $31,366.50 for the replacement of 6 wood navigational markers with steel marker poles in the deeper water of the City Marina entrance channel pending approval by City Attorney. Click to View

10.		PUBLIC HEARINGS

	a.	(1) Public Hearing for State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for Fiscal Years 2015-2016, 2016-2017 and 2017-2018. (2) Adopt Resolution No. 15-R10 - Approving the Local Housing Assistance Plan as required by SHIP. Click to View

	b.	Approval with conditions of application for a Conditional Use with New Construction and Site Plan submitted by Diocese of Palm Beach, Inc. to construct an off-site parking lot located at San Juan Diego Catholic Church, 2912 Delaware Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. Property is zoned R-3, Single Family Moderate Density. Click to View

	c.	Approval with conditions of application for Conditional Use with no new construction submitted by Treasure Coast Bible Assembly to locate at 4146 Edwards Road, Fort Pierce, FL. Property is zoned E-3, Residential Single-Family - 3 units per acre. Click to View

	d.	Approval with conditions of application for Site Plan Approval submitted by The Hutton Company to construct a Family Dollar Retail Store located approximately at 1210 S 25^th Street, Fort Piece, FL. Property is zoned C-2, Neighborhood Commercial. Click to View

	e.	Approval of application for Waiver of Distance submitted by Bunwin, Inc. (owner) and Robert Smith (applicant), operating as Celebrity Peacock Jazz and Blues Club, for a 4COP Alcoholic Beverage License, located at 510 Orange Avenue. Property is zoned C-3, General Commercial. Click to View

	e.	Approval of application for Waiver of Distance submitted by Bunwin, Inc. (owner) and Robert Smith (applicant), operating as Celebrity Peacock Jazz and Blues Club, for a 4COP Alcoholic Beverage License, located at 510 Orange Avenue. Property is zoned C-3, General Commercial. Click to View

	f.	Ordinance No. 15-004 - Replacing the PUD Zoning District with a PD Zoning District in Section 22-40. SECOND READING Click to View

	g.	Ordinance No. 15-005 Amending Section 2-29 and Section 2-35 relating to procedure for making public comment at meetings and placement on the agenda. SECOND READING Click to View

11.		MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS & REQUESTS

	a.	Melody Lane Fishing Pier Update Click to View

	b.	Bellingham Marine Floating Dock Construction Update. The project is currently on schedule to be completed the beginning of May. Click to View

	c.	City Marina Update including dock revenue projections by Dean Kubitschek, City Marina Manager. Click to View

12.		CITY COMMISSION

	a.	Resolution No. 15-R09 appointing members to the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals. Click to View

13.		COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

	a.	City Manager's Departmental Activity Report Click to View

14.		COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION

15.		ADJOURNMENT


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) 467-3052 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.