HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 01.09.2024
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
January 9, 2024 Convened: 6:07 PM
Adjourned: 12:24 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:07 PM by Chair Cathy Townsend, District No. 5.
Present
Commissioner Cathy Townsend District 5, Commissioner Linda Bartz District 3, Commissioner Chris
Dzadovsky District 1, Commissioner Larry Leet District 2, Commissioner Jamie Fowler District 4
Also Present
Dan McIntyre, County Attorney
George Landry, County Administrator
Mayte Santamaria, Deputy County Administrator
Jason Davis, Deputy County Administrator
Katherine Barbieri, Assistant County Attorney
Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Development Services Director
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager
Thad Crowe, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner
Tahir Curry, Planning & Development Services Associate Planner
Wesley Curry, St. Lucie County Economic Development Council Senior Vice President
Matt Baum, Parks & Recreation Director
Rebecca Olson, Solid Waste & Public Utilities Director
Rangel Guerrero, Public Safety Director
Amy Griffin, Environmental Resources Director
Irene Szedlmayer, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner
Katrina Slay, Agenda Coordinator
Vera Smith, Deputy Clerk Recording Secretary
2. INVOCATION
The County Administrator led the invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA - ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, REVISIONS
A motion was made to approve all additions, deletions, and revisions to the agenda, and it passed
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unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER:Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
SECONDER:Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED:None
5. PRESENTATIONS
There were no items scheduled.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items)
ChairTownsend opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board:
Mark Bryant addressed the Board regarding the development of the airport.
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed public comment.
7. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
A.Resolution No. 24-007 - Proclaiming January 2024 as "Human Trafficking Awareness Month" in St. Lucie
County, Florida
The deputy clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the resolution, and it
passed unanimously. Chair Townsend presented the proclamation to Florida Faith Alliance members Tony
Barletta, and Jill Shaffer and Founder & CEO, Lynne Barletta, Truth Church Pastor JT Baumgardner, Sheriff
Keith Pearson, and Chaplain Dave Thompson, who thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made to approve all minute sets, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
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EXCUSED: None
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of November 7, 2023.
B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of November 14, 2023.
C. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of December 5, 2023.
D.Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Special 4H Meeting of December 6, 2023.
E. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Informal Meeting of December 12, 2023.
F. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of December 12, 2023.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
A.WARRANTS
1. Warrant Lists 10 - 13
Adopted by Consent Vote
B.ADMINISTRATION
1. Permission to Advertise a Working Waterfront Tax Deferral Ordinance amending Chapter 42 of the St.
Lucie County Code of Ordinances
Staff recommended the Board grantstaff permission to advertise a public hearing.
Adopted by Consent Vote
C. AIRPORT
1. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) FM
448115-1-94-01 Aerowest Taxiway Construction $1,500,000.00
Staff recommended acceptance of FDOT's Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) FM
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448115-1-94-01 Aerowest Taxiway Construction and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as
approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Florida Department ofTransportation (FDOT) Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) FM
449617-1-94-01 Taxiway Bravo Demo Construction $1,500,000.00
Staff recommended acceptance of FDOT's Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) FM
449617-1-94-01 Taxiway Bravo Demo Construction and authorization for the Chair to sign documents
as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
D. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Revocable License Agreement - 799 Sandburg Lane -Oleander Pines - Anthony and Lou Ann Pizzo -
Parcel ID 3415-705-0105-000-3
Mr. and Mrs. Pizzo are requesting a Revocable License Agreement to install a 6’ vinyl fence that will
transition into a 4’ picket fence with gates along the east side of their property, within the County’s
7.5’ Drainage Easement per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 28, Page 14. The fence must be placed a
minimum of 2’ off the centerline of the existing concrete drainage structure. They understand if the
County Engineer determines the fence is causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in
the area, the fence will need to be removed or relocated at their expense.
Engineering, Road & Bridge, and Water Quality have reviewed the revocable license agreement and
have no objections.
Staff recommended the Board approve the revocable license agreement, authorize the Chair to sign
the agreement and direct Mr. and Mrs. Pizzo pay to record the agreement in the public records of St.
Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement -Peters Road Improvements -LDL of Fort Pierce, LLC - Parcel ID
2324-123-0000-000-9
Staff recommended the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement with LDL of Fort
Pierce, LLC, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement,and record the agreement in the public
records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement -LDL of Fort Pierce, LLC -Parcel ID 2324-123-0000-000-9
Staff recommended the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement with LDL of Fort
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Pierce, LLC., authorize the Chair to sign the agreement,and record the agreement in the public
records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. "After the Fact" Revocable License Agreement - 124 SE Serenata Court - River Park -Unit 5 -Guy
Edwards and Andrea Edwards - Parcel ID 3419-540-0150-000-0
Mr. and Mrs. Edwards are requesting an “After the Fact” Revocable License Agreement to keep their
6’ vinyl fence and two walk gates along the sides of the property, within the County’s 6’
Drainage/Utility Easement and keep their 6’ vinyl fence along the rear of the property, within the
County’s 10’ Drainage/Utility Easement per the Restrictive Covenants recorded in Deed Book 247,
Page 37. On the east side of the property, the fence connection to the house is being shifted toward
the front boundary line by approximately 20’. They understand if the County Engineer determines the
fence and gates are causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence and
gates will need to be removed or relocated at their expense.
Engineering, Road & Bridge, Water Quality, and the City of Port Saint Lucie Utilities Department have
reviewed the revocable license agreement and have no objections.
Staff recommended the Board approve the revocable license agreement, authorize the Chair to sign
the agreement and direct Mr. and Mrs. Edwards pay to record the agreement in the public records of
St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
5. Award of Bid No. 23-0077 - Drug Testing Analyzer and Purchase of Supplies
Staff recommended Board award Bid No. 23-077 to Microgenics Corporation, A Thermo Fisher
Scientific Company, and authorization for the Chair to sign the agreement, subject to review and
approval as to legal and correctness of the final agreement by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
6. Permission to Advertise - Ordinance - Assessment of Additional Court Costs
Staff recommended that the Board grant permission to advertise a public hearing to consider the
adoption of an ordinance proposing changes to the assessment of additional court costs.
Adopted by Consent Vote
7. Revocable License Agreement - 306 Olive Avenue -River Park - Unit 2 - William and Maretha Lindsey -
Parcel ID 3419-510-0286-000-9
Mr. and Mrs. Lindsey are requesting a Revocable License Agreement to install a 6’ PVC fence with
gates along the north, south, and west sides of the property, within the County’s 6’ Drainage/Utility
Easement per the Restrictive Covenants recorded in Deed Book 224, Page 453. They understand if the
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County Engineer determines the fence and gates are causing flooding, drainage problems,or for
other needs in the area, the fence and gates will need to be removed or relocated at their expense.
Engineering, Road & Bridge, Water Quality,and theCity of Port Saint Lucie have reviewed the
revocable license agreement and have no objections.
Staff recommendedthe Board approve the revocable license agreement, authorize the Chair to sign
the agreement,and direct Mr. and Mrs. Lindsey to pay to record the agreement in the public records
of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
8. "After the Fact" Revocable License Agreement - 6804 Pensacola Road - Lakewood Park - Unit 10 -
Colleen Henry -Parcel ID 1301-612-0028-000-8
Ms. Henry has requested an “After the Fact” Revocable License Agreement to keep her 6’ wood fence
along the north side of the property, within the County’s 10’ Drainage/Utility Easement and a 6’ wood
fence along the east and west sides of the property that encroach within the County’s 10’
Drainage/Utility Easement, per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 11, Page 29A. She understands if the
County Engineer determines the fence is causing flooding, drainage problems,or for other needs in
thearea, the fence will need to be removed or relocated at her expense.
Engineering, Road & Bridge, and Water Quality have reviewed the revocable license agreement and
have no objections.
Staff recommended the Board approve the revocable license agreement, authorize the Chair to sign
the agreement and direct Ms. Henry pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie
County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
9. License Agreement - 5007 La Salle Street -Lakewood Park - Unit 12-A - Rush Z 1 LLC -Parcel ID 1301-
615-0166-000-6
Rush Z 1 LLC has requested a Revocable License Agreement to install a 4’ chain-link fence along the
north, south, and west sides of the property, within the County’s 10’ Drainage/Utility Easement per
the Plat recorded in Plat Book 11, Page 35. They understand if the County Engineer determines the
fence is causing flooding, drainage problems,or for other needs in the area, the fence will need to be
removed or relocated at their expense.
Engineering, Road & Bridge, and Water Quality have reviewed the revocable license agreement and
have no objections.
Staff recommended the Board approve the revocable license agreement, authorize the Chair to sign
the agreement, and direct Rush Z 1 LLC pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie
County, Florida.
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Adopted by Consent Vote
10. Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement - Orange 95CC PH1 LLC -Parcel ID 2312-112-0000-000-8
Staff recommended the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement with Orange 95CC
PH1 LLC, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement, and record the agreement in the public records
of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
11. Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement - TRS Oleander Properties, LLC - Parcel ID 2434-601-0013-010-1
Staff recommended the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement with TRS Oleander
Properties, LLC, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement, and record the agreement in the public
records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
12. Resolution No. 2024-17 - Accepting a Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Management and
Monitoring Plan from Treasure Cove (aka collectively as FR & PG, LLC, Shell Cove Holdings, LLC, Shell
Cove Hideaway, LLC, RG II, LLC, Frank M. Russo Trust, and Frank Russo) - Parcel ID 2532-801-0001-
000-6, 2532-801-0002-000-3, 2532-801-0003-000-0, 2532-802-0001-000-9, 2532-802-0002-000-6,
2532-802-0003-000-3 and 2532-341-0001-010-8.
Staff recommended the Board accept the Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Management
and Monitoring Plan from Treasure Cove (aka collectively as FR & PG, LLC, Shell Cove Holdings, LLC,
Shell Cove Hideaway, LLC, RG II, LLC, Frank M. Russo Trust, and Frank Russo), authorize the Chair to
St. Lucie County,
sign the resolution and direct staff to record the documents in the public records of
Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
13. Resolution No. 2024-004 - Accepting a Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Monitoring and
Management Plan from Skladik LLC - Parcel ID 2408-221-0003-000-8
On October 23, 2023, the Planning and Development Services Director approved PDS Order 2023-
068 granting approval of a Minor Site Plan for a project known as Mulberry Self Storage. A condition
of approval required Skladik LLC to dedicate a Conservation Easement over all the onsite wetlands,
along with an approved Preserve Area Monitoring and Management Plan (PAMMP) to St. Lucie
County.
Attached for review and acceptance is the Conservation Easement, sketch and legal description, and
the Preserve Area Monitoring and Management Plan which has been reviewed and approved by the
Environmental Resources Department and the County Surveyor.
Staff recommended the Board accept the Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Monitoring and
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Management Plan from Skladik LLC, authorize the Chair to sign the resolution,and direct staff to
record the documents in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. 2023 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) Recommendation Report
Staff recommended Board approval of the Resolution accepting the St. Lucie County AHAC 2023
Recommendation Report, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the
County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. A Funding Agreement Between the Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council and St. Lucie County for
the Men's and Women's Homeless Resource Centers, AKA the "Housing Hub"
Staff recommended Board approval of the agreement between St. Lucie County and the Treasure
Coast Homeless Services Council, Inc. in the amount of $600,000.00 for both the men’s and women’s
hub, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved to legal form and correctness by
the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
F.LIBRARY SERVICES
1. Memorandum of Understanding from the Friends of St. Lucie County Library
Staff recommended Board approval of the Memorandum of Understanding from the Friends of St.
Lucie County Library.
Adopted by Consent Vote
G. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET
1. Request for Qualification (RFQ) No. 23-076 - Supplemental Construction Contractor Pre-Qualification
for Community Services/Housing Division
Staff recommended Board approval to award RFQ No. 23-076 to Patriot Response Group, LLC, and
Gentile Corporation, add both shortlisted contractors to the established list of pre-qualified
construction contractors, and authorize the Chair to sign documents as prepared by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
H. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES
1. 7th Annual Treasure Coast History Festival - History Center/Museum Pointe Park Fee Waiver $379.50
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Staff recommendedBoard approval to waive the $379.50 in open space and pavilion rental fees for
the St Lucie Historical Society's 7th Annual Treasure Coast History Festival that will be held on January
13, 2024.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. JROTC Congressional Competition -Pepper Park Fee Waiver $605.00
Staff recommended Board authorization to waive the $605.00 rental fees for Pepper Park Beach
Northside parking lot open space for U.S. Congressman Brian Mast's JROTC competition to be held on
February 24th, 2024, as outlined in this agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign
the documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. 9th Annual Night to Shine Prom -Havert L. Fenn Center Fee Waiver $7,575.00
Staff recommended approval to waive the facility fee of $7,575.00 as outlined in this agenda
memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. 9th Annual Fort Pierce Job Fair - Havert L. Fenn Center Fee Waiver $2,587.50
Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility use fee of $2,587.50 as outlined in this
agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
5. Award of Bid No. 23-078 Hurricane Shutter Maintenance and Repair or Replacement for County-
owned Facilities
Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 23-078 to A Thomas Construction, Inc. and
authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
6. Award of Bid No. 23-079 - St Lucie County Courthouse "B" ADA Access -$160,242.50
Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 23-079 to A Thomas Construction, Inc. for the
amount of $160,242.50 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
7. Florida Faith Alliance Child Trafficking Awareness Event -Havert L. Fenn Center Fee Waiver $281.25
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Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility use fee of $281.25 as outlined in this agenda
memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
8. Siemens Computer Control System Maintenance Contract - $57,474.00
Staff recommended Board approval of the maintenance contract for Siemens Computer Control
System for two years in the amount of $57,474.00 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as
approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
9. Purchase of One (1) Air Cooled Chiller for the Department of Health at 1701 S. 23rd St. only -
$102,319.00
Staff recommended Board approval of the purchase of one Air Cooled Chiller at the Department of
Health1701 S. 23rd St. in the amount of $102,319.00 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as
approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
10. Purchase Ten (10) Rooftop Air Conditioning Units, Equipment Only, No Installation for the Major
League Baseball Minor League Complex - $155,980.00
Staff recommended Board approval of the purchase of 10 RTUs (Roof Top Units) for the Major
League Baseball Stadium Minor League Complex in the amount of $155,980.00 and authorize the
Chair to sign the contract as approved bythe County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
11. Replace Air Conditioning Package Unit at Milner Health Department - $117,407.00 - ADD ON
Staff recommended Board approval of the replacement of the OutsideAir Unit at the Milner Health
Department in the amount of $117,407.00 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved
by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
I. PORT, INLET & BEACHES
1. Work Authorization No. 01 (Tetra Tech) - T-Dock/L-Dock Feasibility Study - ATTACHMENT ADDED
Staff recommended Board approval of Work Authorization No. 01 with Tetra Tech for $117,629.00
and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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J.PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Resolution No. 2024-1 - Extending Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for
Certain Certificate Holders
Staff recommended Board approval of the resolution, subject to proof of compliance with insurance
requirements set forth in Section 18-57, St, Lucie County Code of Ordinance.
Adopted by Consent Vote
K. PUBLIC UTILITIES
1. Award of Bid No. SW24-001 Phase II Reopening
Staff recommended Board Approval to award BID No. SW24-001 to Southeast Environmental
Contracting, Inc. in the not to exceed the amount of $466,476.80 and authorization for the Chair to
sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Capital Lease - New 2023 Caterpillar 962-14 Wheel Loader, Tax Lease Contract Number 001-70120972
with an Option to Buy at the End of the Lease
Staff recommended the Board authorize staff to enter into a long-term capital lease with Caterpillar
Financial Services, with the option to buy, for a New 2023 Caterpillar 962-14 Wheel Loader, obtained
from Florida Sheriff’s Association Contract # FSA18-VEH16.0, Specification #64, at a cost of
$10,343.66 per month ($124,123.90 annually and $620,619.50 over five years), based on a 60-month
lease. The lease includes an end-of-lease purchase option for $94,395.00. Permission to execute
documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
L.PUBLIC WORKS
1.Bell Avenue Sidewalk Project (South 25th Street to Sunrise Boulevard) Construction Project
Completion and Board Acceptance Request -THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE
SALES TAX
Staff recommended Board acceptance of the Bell Avenue Sidewalk Project from S. 25th Street to
Sunrise Boulevard and to direct the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Request to Amend the Design Contract with Inwood Consulting Engineers for the Total Amount of
$277,648.30 for Stormwater and Drainage Improvements Related to the Indian River Estates Phase 3
Project -THIS ITEM IS RELATED TO THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN
Staff recommended Board approval of Amendment 4 and Amendment 5 to Inwood Consulting
Engineers in the amounts of $248,135.28 and $29,513.02respectively and authorize the Chair to sign
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documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Prima Vista Boulevard Traffic Communications Conduit & Fiber Construction Completion and Final
Acceptance Request - THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX
Staff recommended Board acceptance of the Prima Vista Boulevard Traffic Communications Conduit
& Fiber project.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. Amendment 2 to theWork Authorization with Kisinger Campo & Associates in the amount of
$9,039.60 for supplemental design services on the McCarty Road Bridge (South) over Ten-Mile Creek
(940030) Bridge Repair Project -THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX
Staff recommended Board approval of Amendment 2 to Kisinger Campo & Associates in the amount
of $9,039.60 and authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
5. St. Lucie International Airport Business Park - Payment In-Lieu-Of Sidewalk Construction
Staff recommended Board approval of the fee-in-lieu of construction funds in the amount of
$7,097.92 and authorization for the Chair to sign the agreement.
Adopted by Consent Vote
6. Bid Award No. 24-007 -Purchase of Shell Rock Material
FDOT Coquina Rock and General Fill Material in varying amounts to all three responsive and
responsible bidders, Stewart Materials, LLC, Austin TuplerTrucking, Inc., and MJS Materials, Inc. in
order to ensure rock and fill material is available when necessary for repairs.
Staff recommended Board approval for the award of Bid No. 24-007, Purchase of Shell Rock Material,
FDOT Coquina Rock, and General Fill Material, to all three bidders, Stewart Materials, LLC, Austin
Tupler Trucking, Inc., and MJS Materials, Inc, and authorization for the Chair to sign the contract as
approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
7. 2nd Amendment to the Design Contract for Bridge Repairs over South Florida Water Management
District (SFWMD) C-25 Canal at N. 53rd Street with Inwood Consulting, Inc. in the amount of
$19,644.11 for Additional Unanticipated Permitting Effort - THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE
INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX
Staff has reviewed the attached Scope and Fee Proposal. Staff recommended the Board award
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Amendment 2 to Inwood in the amount of $19,644.11 and authorize the Chair to sign documents
approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
ADD ON -Update on Lakewood Park Water
Rebecca Olson, Solid Waste & Public Utilities Director, and Matt Baum, Parks & Recreation Director
provided the Board with an update to the water system in Lakewood Park. Staff advised Lakewood Park
Regional Park is not online with St. Lucie County utility/potable water. Measures have been taken to
ensure that the public can consume and use the water within the park. There will be quarterly water
testing done by the South Florida Water Management District and the St. Lucie County Health
Department to make sure the levels remain safe with the amenities within the park (concession, pool,
etc.). The staff advised on the successful installation of the Seminole Road water main extension from
Eden Road up to Hibiscus Road and Lakewood Regional Park. The Lakewood Park Water Treatment Plant
owned by the Utilities Department is located at the intersection of Deland Avenue and Fort Pierce
Boulevard and is currently serving 94 households. There have been complaints regarding the color of the
water from the plant, but it does not affect safety or health. The Utilities Department has decided to
extend the water main that currently runs from Hibiscus Road on North Seminole Road up to Deland
Road. This extension will continue over to the Lakewood Park Water Treatment Plant, which will enable
them to take the water treatment plant offline. Currently, the construction of the water main extension
is only 75% complete, and hydrants will be installed within the next month or so. The 94 households will
then be serviced via the new lines. Letters have been drafted to approximately 16 homes along Hibiscus
Road and 25 homes on Seminole Road south of Hibiscus Road to advise the homeowners of water
availability in the area. The staff had already sent letters to 15 homes on Deland Avenue and just under
10 homes on Seminole Road north of Hibiscus Road. The staff has collaborated with GIS to create a
comprehensive map identifying new homes eligible to connect to the County’s water system and will
update the Board once completed.
The Board discussed the installation of fire hydrants and lifeguards for the pool at the park.
A.COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Public Hearing -Ordinance No. 2024-002 - Relating to Enforcement of School Zone Speed Limits;
Creating Section 30-5.1 of the Code of St. Lucie County, Florida; Authorizing the Placement and
Installation of Speed Detection Systems on Roadways Maintained as School Zones
Katherine Barbieri, Assistant County Attorney, presented tothe Board a proposed ordinance relating to the
enforcement of applicable speed limits on a roadway properly maintained as a school zone through a
speed detection system. During the 2023 state legislative session, the Florida Legislature passed House Bill
(HB 657), which provides that a County may enforce it. On May 31, 2023, the governor signed HB 657 into
law, codified as chapter 20223-174, Laws of Florida. The portable or fixed automated system will detect a
motor vehicle's speed by radar or LiDAR and capture a photograph or video of the rear of a motor vehicle
that exceeds the speed limit in force at the time of the violation. County staff have reviewed traffic data
and other evidence supporting the installation and operation of each proposed school's Speed Zone
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System. It has been recommended that each school zone in subsection three of the ordinance constitutes
heightened safety risks that warrant additional enforcement. Staff included school areas and accident
report maps, a list of the events from Communications 91, and a supporting letter from the
Superintendent, the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office for consideration. To implement the school detection
systems outlined in Chapter 20223–174 Laws of Florida, the violations will have to be more than 10 mph
over the applicable speed limit, and signage will need to be posted advising of the school speed detection
system and a public awareness campaign. The penalty will be $100 for each violation. The County staff is
recommending the Board find a heightened safety risk warranting the additional enforcement measures
and approve the proposed ordinance.
Staff recommended the Board adopt the proposed ordinance.
Commissioner Dzadovsky asked if the $100 provision excels after more than one violation or if it would be
something the Board can implement. Staff advised the provision does not excel after more than one
violation, and it would need to be authorized by the Florida legislature.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With noone wishing to address the
Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Fowler commented and stated more than 100 children are killed annually while walking to
and from school each year over 25,000 are injured annually since 2013 and pedestrian deaths among 12 to
19-year-olds have gone up 13%. She thanked the Board and staff for the additional safety methods to keep
the community safe.
The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
2. Ordinance No. 24-004 - Establishing the Eagle Bend Community Development District
Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, presented to the Board a petition to establish Eagle Bend Community
DevelopmentDistrict. If adopted, it would establish the Eagle Bend Community Development District, a
residential development located in unincorporated St. Lucie County. Notice of the public hearing was
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advertised in the local newspaper as required by state law on December 12, 19, and 26th, 2023, and
January 2, 2024. On November 14, 2023, the Board granted permission to advertise the ordinance. The
ordinance has standard protections that the Board requests in all community developments with
disclosures it provides that this particular special government can't condemn property outside the district,
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and it is not authorized to provide solid waste within or without the District or Mosquito Control Services,
Fire, Water and Wastewater Services. The purpose of these Community Development Districts is to provide
funding for mechanismsfor infrastructure, typically roads, drainage, water, and sewer, which is used to
assess or tax the properties within the district. Staff recommended that the Board adopt Ordinance No. 24-
004 and authorize the Chair to sign the ordinance.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the
Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on theCommunity Development District(CDD) and the cost
associated with it for buyers. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and upon roll call, it passed (4-1).
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: Larry Leet
EXCUSED: None
B.PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Hutchinson Island - Building Height Zone -Ordinance No. 2024-1A and 2024-1B -ADOPTION HEARING
Benjamin Balcer, Director, and Kori Benton, Planning Manager of Planning & Development Services present
to the Board the proposed adoption of the county-initiated Land Development Code Text Amendments
related to the Hutchinson Island height overlay zone. The overlay zone consists of 3-parcels immediately
north of the Regency Condominiums. Public notices for the proposed ordinance were advertised in the St.
Lucie News Tribune on December 22, 2023. In 1995, the Board adopted Ordinance No. 95-001 establishing
the Hutchinson Island building overlay zone with two height limits Zone A 125 ft., and Zone B 35 ft.
maximum building height. The 1995 ordinance which was incorporated into the County Land Development
Code includes a series of maps, metes, boundaries, and legal descriptions to delineate the lines between
Zones A and B. The proposed ordinance to be adopted is to process a text amendment to correct a
discrepancy in the Land Development Code, which has existed since the establishment of the Hutchinson
Island overlay zone in 1995. The discrepancy in question is where Zone A ends and Zone B begins between
the legal description and the code and the map of Figure 4.5E., identifying the southernmost portion of
South Hutchinson Island.
The staff advised the discrepancy includes three oceanfront parcels including the County’s Normandy
Beach Access Park. The effect of the discrepancy is significant because the allowable building height in
Zone A is 125 ft. and Zone B is 35 ft. This item is not typical of what the Board hears, and the question is
what were in intentions of the previous Board when three parcels in the Hutchinson Island overlay were
adopted in 1995? This item does not amend the underlying HIRD zoning designation for the parcels that
are not associated with the proposed development application or land swap. Staff provided a map to the
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Board map 4.5E with the three parcels in question in Zone A/125 ft. and Zone B/35 ft. The legal description
excerpt from the LDC identifies the same three parcels withinboth zones with the maximum height cap.
The map aerial further identifies the difference between the map and the legal description found within
the code specifying where the dividing line is between both Zones A/B within the area of South Hutchinson
Island. The legal description identifies the north line of Section 34, Township 36 South, Range 41 East, and
on the south by the Martin County Line. The County's Normandy Beach Access Park is just northern of the
three parcels. The staff drafted two ordinances for the Board's consideration:
Ordinance A Map (Height Limit of 35 ft.):
There was no mention of the metes and bounds description in the staff report or the public hearing
meeting minutes.
The three (3) lots that are affected by the discrepancy are narrow and long. The two (2)
southernmost lots were vacant in 1995 and have remained vacant. The northernmost lot is the
Normandy Beach Access, which existed in 1995.
LDC language states: “Such zones are shown on the Hutchinson Island Building Height Overlay Plan
as depicted in Figures 4.5a through 4.5e”
Ordinance B Map (Height Limit of 125ft.):
Land Development Code Section 1.06.01 “Rules of Interpretation – Generally” provides “… the rules
of this section shall be observed except when the context requires otherwise:
o G. In the event of a conflict between the text of the Code and any caption, illustration,
table, or map, the text shall control”
Land Development Code language states, “The various zones regulating the maximum building
height on Hutchinson Island are hereby established and specifically defined as follows: A.
Hutchinson Island – Zone A. North Hutchinson Island: … Those lands lying east of the east right-of-
way line for SR A-1-A and west of the Atlantic Ocean, bounded on the north by the north line of
Section 34, Township 36 South, Range 41 East and on the south by the MartinCounty Line”
On October 19, 2023, the Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item and voted 6-2, in favor of
recommending the Board approve Draft Ordinance 2024-1B, indicating the Metes & Bounds Legal
Description shall control, resulting in the three (3) parcels having a maximum height of 125 ft. Staff
recommended the Board review the input provided by the Planning and Zoning Commission, as well as
staff's presentation and public comments provided at the hearing, and vote to adopt either Draft
Ordinance 2024-1A or 2024-1B.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board regarding the height limitation, map, 1995 ordinance, power plant, safety, future developments,
traffic, and the intentions of past commissioners regarding the height limitations, etc.
Gary Hribar
Mary Eck
Carlos Cueto
Janette Wimmer
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Johnette Beaver
Robert Klitzman
Lee Baggott
Lisa Messineo
Charles Girande
Surendia Dass
Jeff Robbins
Dennis Murphy
Gary Oldehoff, Esq.
Carol Herzog
Wendy Robbins
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
Chair Townsend commented on the record and advised she has not been in contact with any of the
previous commissioners to discuss the item or the intention of the height limitations.
Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on the item and addressed the public's concerns regarding the
decision of the Board and the height limitation process for a decision. Upon discussion, he referenced the
two heights Map Zone 1 35ft., Map Zone B 125 ft. and setbacks he provided a summary of the Planning and
Zoning Commission's drafted Ordinance 94-026 - land Development Code Amendments to the Hutchinson
Island Building Height Overlay Zone. As stated in the draft when the ordinance was adopted by the BOCC, it
included specific amendments that required that all structures on Hutchinson Island more than 35 ft.
receive a conditional use review. The Board then directed the staff to draft a building height overlay zone
for the island as there was anerror in the legal description and changes needed to be made. There were
questions as to where the 35 ft. came from, and it was advised the direction that came from the County
Commission at that time to be consistent with a single-family or low-rise development or development. In
drafted Ordinance 94-026, it was stated that both legal descriptions and maps be amended on South Beach
to a line approximately 2,000 ft. north of the FP&L power line, converting that property with the A Zone,
east of A1A. The drafted ordinance had no mentions of the area north of Regency Condominiums but there
were discussions regarding North Beach.In the drafted ordinanceit was stated staff made two text
exemptions that were not reflected on the map, the existing Sand Dollar Condominiums project and the
reactor area, or the main activity area of the power plant. Commissioner Dzadovsky advised the
statements made within the drafted Ordinance 94-026 were a clear understanding of what the BOCC
intended for Hutchinson Island. He advised in his opinion based on the recognized mistakes in the legal
description identified by the Planning and Zoning Commission, that it was clear that the intentions of the
BOCC in the creation of the Hutchinson Island Overlay Zone was 35 ft. in this specific case. The map is
correct, and the identified mistake was not corrected. Commissioner Dzadovsky moved to accept the map
in this specific case for a 35ft. Height Limitation.
Upon roll call, Commissioner Dzadovsky clarified that in the reading of the Board, there was no mention of
the metes, bounds, or description in the staff report or the public hearing meeting minutes. The three (3)
lots affected by the discrepancy are narrow and long and the two most southern vacant lots that were
vacant in 1995 and remain vacant. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item.
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A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, Map Ordinance A(Height Limit of 35 ft.),and
upon roll call it passed unanimously.
RESULT:ADOPT
MOVER:Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED:None
8:35 PM - Recess taken
8:48 PM -Meeting Reconvened
2. Lennar Homes Text Amendment to Platting Standards of Land Development Code Sections 2.00.00
and 11.03.00. to define and expand the allowance for Dry Model Development - ADOPTION HEARING
Thad Crowe, Senior Planner, and Kori Benton, Planning Manager of Planning & Development Services
presented the second reading to the dry model text amendment proposal by Lennar Homes Inc.This is a
modification of the County's Land Development Code to assess and increase the allowance for dry model
construction as projects are approved for their ability to initiate construction in advance of plat recording. As
required, the item was properly advertised in the local newspaper. Currently, the dry model has no utility
connections, and the homes are limited to four per development. The guidelines place larger developments
at a disadvantage and limit marketing. The amendment would define the dry model homes and allow for a
proportional number of the homes to be greater than 4 or 10% of the subject phase plat’s residential units,
whichever is greater, to be issued after approval of a Preliminary Record plat and construction plans, but
e County requiring a surety
before approval of a Final Record Plat. The amendment includes safeguards for th
or bond that will allow for the removal of models in the event the project is abandoned or defaulted on. In
conjunction with the request, staff recommended adding the following definition to the Dry model
home LDC Chapter II:
“A residential structure that shall be constructed in accordance with the ordinances andrequirements of St.
Lucie County, but which has not connected to some or all utility services.”
In no event shall the drymodel be issued a certificate of occupancy before therecording of the Final Plat.
Utility service verification and completion of necessary infrastructure to support functions Dry modelhomes
are typically oriented to locations accessible to primary road access and futureutility services. Also, upon the
recording of the Final Plat, the dry model agreement will sunset, and the surety will be released. The staff
finds the amendment to be consistent with the LDC and Comprehensive Plan. The Planning & Zoning
Commission recommended approval at their November 16, 2023 meeting. The first reading before the Board
was on December 12, 2023.
Staff recommended the Board approve Ordinance 2024-5, containing the proposed Land Development Code
text amendment, authorizing the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
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Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the
Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item.
A motionwas made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:ADOPT
MOVER:Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED:None
3. Rhino Roofs & General Construction Corp.-Rezoning Petition for a +/- 7.04 Acre Parcel on North Kings
Highway from the AR-1 (Agricultural, Residential - 1) Zoning District to the IL (Industrial Light) Zoning
District - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff only.
Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff only.
Thad Crowe, Senior Planner, and Kori Benton, Planning Manager of Planning & Development Services,
presented to the Board the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas to rezone. A public hearing
to property owners within 500 feet of
notice was placed in the St. Lucie News Tribune, mail notices were sent
the subject property, and a sign was placed on the property. The property is located on the east side of N.
Kings Highway, approximately ½ mile north of St. Lucie Boulevard. The rezoning will be for 7.04 acres from
the Agricultural Residential-1 (AR-1) Zoning District to the Industrial, Light (IL) Zoning District. The future land
use designation for the parcel is Mixed Use District (MXD) and is situated within the Urban Service Boundary
(USB). The purpose of this district is to provide and protect an environment suitable for single-family
dwellings at a maximum density of 1 dwelling unit per gross acre. The Industrial Light permits a variety of
manufacturing, wholesale, and industrial services and similar services consistent with the MXD FLUM and
nearby uses. All uses shall be compatible with adjacent land uses and there are no adverse environmental
impacts. The property is served by central water; however, the nearest sewer force main is one mile to the
south and east, at the intersection of St Lucie Blvd. & Taylor Dairy Rd. The proposed rezoning is not expected
to harm other properties or improvements in the area and the amendment will not create a conflict with the
surrounding zoning districts. In response to traffic concerns, the applicant has agreed to provide a cross-
access easement to provide for the closure of two existing driveways to the south and provide a single
shared driveway.
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Staff recommended the Board approve an amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas to designate the subject
parcel totaling +/- 7.04 acres as IL (Industrial, Light).
Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on the building height requirements around the airport. The Board did
not have any further questions or comments on this item.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the
Board, Chair Townsend closed thepublic hearing.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER:CommissionerDistrict 2 Larry Leet
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
4. Kingsgate Center Self-Storage Conditional Use Permit on Lot 3* of the Kingsgate Center for a four (4)
story self-storage complex totaling 124,200 square feet - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
*Resolution number 2024-41 assigned post-meeting.
Item presented in conjunction with 11. B.1.
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff only.
Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff only.
Tahir Curry, Planning & Development Services Planner, presented to the Board a conditional use petition
and major site plan for the development of a 4-story self-storage building with office space totaling
124,200 square feet within Lot 3 of the Kingsgate Center Planned Non-Residential Development. Following
public notice requirements public notice was advertised in the St. Lucie County News Tribune on December
28, 2023, and notices were mailed to 14 adjacent property owners located within a 500 feet radius. No
responses have been received to date. The 11.41-acre commercial subdivision is located on the southwest
corner of the Orange Avenue and Kings Highway intersection. The self-storage facility's proposed plans are
to subdivide the 3.27-acre parcel into a 1.51-acre parcel (subject parcel) and the remainder will consist of a
1.86-acre parcel which will be divided in the future. The surrounding properties consist of Industrial Light
and Commercial General zoning designations. The staff provided a brief history of the proposed Kings
Center PNRD as mentioned in the staff report. The plan consists of 337 storage units and 900 s.f. of office
space with an office entrance at the northeast corner of the building and building access at the south
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entrance. The site plan provides a loading zone under a vehicular portico, buffering, a bicycle rack, a
dumpster enclosure, onsite landscaping, a sidewalk, and a crosswalk connection to the multi-use path
along Orange Avenue.
The proposed 4-story building has an average height of 45 feet, with 48 feet in height over the entrance
parapet, within the 50-foot maximum height, which meets the Community Architectural Standards. The
developer will also contribute to wayfinding and bench seating amenities. The storage facility has 3
driveways: 1 right-in/right-out driveway on Orange Avenue, 1 right-in/right-out driveway on Kings
Highway, and 1 full-access driveway on Orange Avenue. The analysis indicates that the project site will
have a minimal impact, less than 1%, on the transportation network within its area. The site will include
building foundational plantings along thebuilding and landscaping along the proposed access road
easement, consistent with LDC. The conditional use permit shall be granted only if the applicant
demonstrates the uses will not have an undue adverse effect on nearby properties, adequate public
facilities, water and sewer services, fire protection, and no environmental impacts.
d unanimously passed a
On December 14, 2023, the Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing an
motion to forward a recommendation of approval to the Board for the Conditional Use Permit. The
Conditional Use Permit and Major Site Plan conform tothe Standards of Review as outlined in the County
LDC sections 11.02.07/Major Site Plan and 11.07.03/Conditional Use Permit and are consistent with the
Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the St. Lucie County Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommended the Board
approve the Conditional Use Permit and Major Site Plan, subject to the following conditions:
Prior to associated building permit issuance, the wall signs or ground signs shall require review and
approval by the Planning Division.
Prior to the commencement of development, a 100% gopher tortoise survey shall be conducted by
a state-certified gopher tortoise agent per the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
(FWC) protocol.
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all Category I listed invasive plants shall be
eradicated from the site.
Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the County will seek resurfacing of the existing
private drive-aisle/roadway (north of the subject site) to address the disrepair.
The applicant, propertyowner, developer, successors, or assigns shall be responsible for
contributing wayfinding signage and park benches within the implementation.
For plat approval prior to the completion of required improvements, a Subdivision Improvement
Agreement and appropriate bonding are required.
A Site Development Permit is required prior to performing site improvement activities.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board;
Steve Dobbs
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on the traffic flow and safety of the development. The Board did not
have any further questions or comments on this item.
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A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER:Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
SECONDER:Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED:None
5. Drawdy Angle Road Planned Unit Development Rezoning & Preliminary PUD Plan: Amendment to the
Official Zoning Atlas to PUD (Planned Unit Development) and an associated Preliminary PUD Site Plan
for a 404 Single-family Home Community on +/-202.2 acres - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL -
ATTACHMENTS UPDATED
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with staff and Brad Curry.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff and Brad Curry.
Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff and Brad Curry.
Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff and Brad Curry.
Thad Crowe, Senior Planner, and Kori Benton Planning Manager of Planning & Development Services
presented to the Board the Planned Unit Development, encompassing a rezoning request for Drawdy Angle
Road. This item was properly noticed with a newspaper ad, a posted sign on the property, and a mailer to
residents within 500 feet. The property is in the Southeast and southwest of the County at the intersection of
Angle and Rock Roads just west of Kings Highway. The applicant is seeking to amend the official zoning atlas
to include a Planned Unit Development and Preliminary Development Plan (PDP) approval for the
construction of a residential community. The community will be known as Drawdy and will be situated on
202-acre land. It will comprise 404 single-family homes and various recreational amenities. The preliminary
plan highlights two pods divided by Rock Road each gated with Phase 1 eastern pod in 2 years and Phase 2 in
5 years western pod. The homes and roads loop around stormwater pondswith 123 acres/57%open space,
and private amenities including a clubhouse, pool, and football field. Also, central water and sewer will be
provided by the Fort Pierce Utility Authority. Approximately 40 acres in the northeastern portion of the site
are located within the Airport Overlay Zone, which prescribes height and lighting limitations. Staff provided
an overview of the lot layouts, overlays, and buffering plan. The traffic impacts of the project are an
estimated 3,646 daily trips accessed via only Angle Road. A majority of the traffic goes through Angle Road
and the North Kings Highway intersection. This intersection is split-phased, causing congestion as each of the
four directions awaits their turn. While roads have available capacity, this intersection will remain
problematic until at least 2030 when it may be reconstructed. The applicant has agreed to a multi-use path.
Staff recommended approval of the PUD with the following conditions.
1. Final PUD Site Plan design elements:
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a.Mix of lot widths including 40’, 45’, 50’, 55’, and 80’-100’.
b.Lots under 50’ not more than 50% of total units.
c.Minimum front setback of 25' for lots 50’ and over in width, and 35’ for 40’ and 45’-wide lots.
Front porch with minimum 6’ depth allowed to encroach into front setback.
d. Minimum 7.5’ side setbacks for 45’ and 55’-wide lots (West Pod), minimum 5’ side setbacks for
40’ and 50’-wide lots, and 15’ side setbacks for 80’-100’-wide lots. Minimum 5’ side accessory
setbacks for 40’ and 50’-wide lots (East Pod), minimum 3’ side accessory setbacks for 45’ and 55’-
wide lots, and 10’ side setbacks for 80’-100’-wide lots.
e. Monolithic “cookie-cutter” blocks of same lot widths will be avoided by a lot diversity
standard that does not allow for more than five adjacent 40’ and 45’-wide lots.
f. Eastbound right turn lane into development (onto Rock Rd.) from Angle Rd.
g. Architectural design standards prohibiting the same elevation on adjoining lots and provide at
least 10 floor plans/elevations.
h. Refuse collection details for common recreational areas & amenities.
i. Design standards to be utilized to guide the appearance of development.
j. Dimensional standards for construction of walkways, patios, front porches, or similar accessory
structures within single-family lots.
k. Detail intended maximum fence height and/or material standards, if alternative to LDC Section
8.00.04 - Fences, Walls, and Hedges.
l. Details of typical lighting fixtures for streets and pedestrian walkways, avoiding spillover to
adjacent properties. Common area and individual lot exterior lighting are shielded and downcast
to minimize light trespass.
m.Provide sidewalk onboth sides of Rock Road, or a fee-in-lieu with approval. The final PUD shall
provide for a trail network linking up open space areas. Trails can be a mixture of paved walkways,
stabilized surfaces, and natural (mulch, gravel, etc.). A trial shall loop around the lake in the
southeastern portion of the property.
n. Limit driveway width to 16’ at the property line.Larger lots (50’-100’ wide) may widen driveways
up to 20’ within the lot.
o. Describe and locate traffic calming elements such as bulbs, chokers, neckdowns, chicanes, and
landscaped medians.
p.With the exception of driveways, no impervioussurfaces are allowed within the required yard
(setbacks), except for impervious surface areas for trash cans, air conditioning units, and
generators not to exceed 80 square feet.
q. Final landscape plan shall incorporate a combination of ground cover; shrubs; and small,
medium, and large evergreen trees to be planted within a minimum 50’-wide I-95 right-of-way
landscape buffer for Phase 2, planting the entire buffer including the berm, in a random fashion
so that the plantings emulate a naturally occurring wooded area that serves as a “closed forest.”
In addition to supplemental plantings (beyond what is required by the Landscape Code) proposed
by the applicant, the buffer to include four additional 1” dbh pines per 50 linear feet to be planted
in a scattered fashion in the enhanced buffer area.
2. Prior to the issuance of building permits for more than 40% (or 161 dwelling units) of residential
construction with the PUD, complete common recreation facilities
3. The Final Site Plan may incorporate accessory dwelling units on lots 80’ in width or wider.
4. Prior to the first Certificate of Occupancy, erect and maintain a sign at the intersection of the potential
future connector and the eastern loop road informing of the future connector or provide a note on the plat
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or sales contract for eastern pod lotswith references or disclosures.
5. The developerto coordinate with County Engineering to design, permit,and construct a westbound left
turn lane onto Rock Road by the end of the first phase.
6. The developer & successors to coordinate with County Engineering to reservea 60’ right-of-way
connecting Rock Road to the eastern property line of the subject property through the open space area
south of Phase 1. The Final PUD Site Plan shall show potential road locations, with the exact location being
determined once a proper connection to Kings Highway has been identified.
7. Removed.
8. Prior to Major Site Plan approval, provide a finalized landscape plan consistent with Land Development
Code 7.09.00.
9. Prior to Major Site Plan approval, provide a finalized tree mitigation plan consistent with Land
Development Code 6.00.05.D.
10. Prior to demolition activities, provide barn owl nesting survey consistent with FWS protocol. If nests are
identified, no work can occur until the young have fledged as they are protected under the Migratory Bird
Act during nesting/maternity season. Additionally, an environmental professional shall ensure the adult
owls have left the structure prior to filling the walls and roof.
11. Prior to demolition activities, provide barn owl boxes specifically as approved by the University of
Florida Institute of Food and Agriculture (IFAS) to attract the barn owls to remain onsite.
12. Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation,
grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, provide a wading bird survey conducted
between November and July and 30 days prior to site construction where potential nesting habitat was
observed around the 9.36-acre lake located within the southeast corner of the site. Coordination with U.S.
Fish and Wildlife (FWS) and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) shall be required in the
event nesting habitat is identified, as the presence of listed nesting wading birds may require additional
mitigative measures.
13. Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling,excavation,
grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, the applicant’s environmental consultant shall
conduct a pre-construction meeting with all construction personnel, and shall be present onsite when
work is being conducted within 330 ft of the potential nesting site to ensure compliance with FWS/FWC
protocol/recommendations.
14. Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation,
grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, all other applicable listed species surveys shall
be updated as necessary per individual species-specific requirements or written correspondence stating any
potential impacts have been resolved from the appropriate state and federal agency. If any listed species
impacts are found to be present as a result of these surveys, appropriate mitigative measures per state and
federal agency requirements shall be provided prior to the initiation of any clearing activities.
15. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all Category I listed invasive plants shall be eradicated
from the site.
16. The project may be required to provide improvements to the intersection of Angle Road and Kings
Highway. Specifics to be determined.
17. A Road Improvement Agreement and appropriate bond will be required for all permanent
improvements within the Right-of-Way.
18. A Site Development Permit will be required prior to the commencement of construction.
19. Angle Road: Sidewalks should be provided along each phase frontage. Arterial roadways shall include a
minimum 6’ sidewalk. The Board of County Commissioners may authorize the applicant to pay a Fee-in-Lieu
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of the construction of the sidewalk. Prior to the issuance of a site development permit, design for the
sidewalk or an approved Fee-in-Lieu of Construction will be required.
20. Within 90 days of final developmental approval, the applicant, property owner, developer, successors, or
assigns, shall convey to St. Lucie County, in a manner or form acceptable to the County Attorney, right-of-
way along Rock Road and Angle Road, in an amount to be determined by the Public Works Department.
Staff recommended the Board approve the Rezoning & Preliminary PUD Plan with staff-recommended
conditions, via Resolution 2024-8, authorizing the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County
Attorney. Staff recommended the approval of the proposed Zoning Map amendment on the subject site
from PUD (Planned Unit Development) to PUD with Staff-recommended conditions.
Brad Curry from Engineering Design and Construction addressed the board and provided an overview of the
staff's presentation. He also stated that the applicant agrees to all the conditions of approval.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board.
Glen Pool
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
Mr. Curry commented in response to the public's concern regarding the buffer, landscaping, and wells. He
advised the site plan could be reconfigured for the neighboring property of concern to have a 40ft. buffer
along the property line. He also mentioned there should not be any negative impacts to the wells.
There was a Board discussion and concerns regarding the location of the project, roads, traffic impacts,
landscaping, property lines, wells (water/sewer), the final site plan approval, roads, and a 40 ft. buffer. The
Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, including a minimal 40-foot buffer for affected
properties, and upon roll call it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
6. Sabal Palm Grove PUD -A Petition to Amend the Official Zoning Map Atlas for a 19.44-acre site from
the RS-4 (Residential, Single-Family - 4) Zoning District to the PUD (Planned Unit Development) Zoning
District and Approve an Associated Preliminary Site Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
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Commissioner Jamie Fowler -Spoke with the applicant and staff.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with the applicant and staff.
Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with the applicant and staff.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with the applicant and staff.
Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with the applicant and staff.
Tahir Curry, Planner I, and Kori Benton Planning Manager of Planning &Development Services presented to
the Board a petition for an amendment to the official zoning atlas to change the 19.44-acre site from the
Residential, Single-Family – 4 (RS-4) Zoning District to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning District
with an associated Preliminary PUD Site Plan. The applicant WGI, Inc. is proposing an 89-dwelling unit fee
simple townhome development with associated site improvements to be known as the SabalPalm Grove
PUD. The property is located on the Southeast corner of Emerson Avenue and Deland Avenue inside the
Urban Service Boundary and the Water & Wastewater services will be provided by Fort Pierce Utilities. This
item was properly noticed in the local newspaper on December 28, 2023, mailed notices were sent 77 to
property owners located within 500 feet of the petition site, and two signs were placed on the property
detailing the proposal. There were 25 responses received via email through Commissioner contact that are
not in favor of the project. The proposed multi-family development includes 19 two-story fee-simple
townhome buildings, a pool, clubhouse, walking trails, stormwater ponds, and a passive recreation area.
The density is consistent with the maximum of 5 dwelling units per acre to develop a total of 89 fee-simple
townhome units, which complies with the underlying future land use maximum density per the
comprehensive plan policy. There will be entrances on Deland Avenue and Lee Boulevard and bus stops,
with pedestrian connections planned through site development. The proposed 2-story townhomes will be
25 ft. in height, have a garage, and 2-car driveway, and consist of 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The units
will be 24.5 ft. in width and 47 ft. in length. The community will include guest parking areas and a covered
mail kiosk for residents. The townhomes will be fee-simple for individual ownership and will be subject to
platting following final site plan approval. A final elevation design will be required at the final site plan
review following the Community Architectural Standards.
The proposed project meets the required 35% open space, maintaining 35% or 6.01 acres of open space.
The daily and peak hour traffic generation for the development used the trip generation rates for single-
family detached housing, which is a higher generator than multi-family. The proposed project is expected to
generate 689 daily, 45 AM and 54 PM. Access to the site is proposed connection to Deland Avenue full
access connection to Lee Boulevard upon full buildout of the project projected for 2026. The staff
mentioned Emerson Avenue is anticipated to be resurfaced with 6-10ft. sidewalks will be installed as a part
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of the project from Indrio Road to 25 Street North approximately 2.5 miles stopping at the Indian River
County line. The project is anticipated to begin in October 2024 and finish in September 2025. There will be
roadway dedications on Deland Avenue 35 ft., Lee Boulevard 35ft., Winter Garden Parkway 35 ft. if
extended, and 25ft. along Emerson Avenue.
On October 12, 223 the applicant held a community meeting at the Lakewood Park Village Hall, and 30
residents were in attendance. On October 19, 2023, passed a motion to forward a recommendationof
approval to the Board with the following recommendations of approval:
Primary Access via Winter Garden Parkway/SLC Public Works – Elimination of gates.
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The vehicular gates have been removed to satisfy the recommendations made by the Planning and
Zoning Commission to integrate the proposed development into the existing community.
The right-of-way known as Winter Garden Parkway does not currently extend from the southeastern
corner of the subject site to Emerson Avenue along the south property line, access to the community will
remain on Deland Avenue and Lee Boulevard. The conceptual site plan has been revised to allow for
additional open space and the potential for a connection on Winter Garden Parkway, should the County
extend this road along the southern property line inthe future.
Paver Driveways to be used within the proposed community. Additionally, propose that the
driveways are narrower with increased landscaping in front of the units.
The applicant revised the driveways to include brick pavers. The driveways will remain 20 ft. wide to
maintain the required parking dimensions.
Reduction in the total number of dwelling units (to 4 units per acre) including a narrower
driveway.
The number of dwellings were reduced from 97 units to 89 units to enhance compatibility with the
adjacent neighborhood, to provide additional open space, and to improve tree preservation.
Architectural design / front entrance in advance of garage plane.
The buildings have been arranged to provide variation in the building facades along the internal corridors.
Covenant requiring roof replacement comprehensively, when required.
The applicant has agreed to include a provision in the HOA regulations accordingly.
Recommended fence/wall elimination and/or height reduction and design articulations to prevent
the community from being “closed off” from the existing Lakewood Park Neighborhood, which is
open and connected.
The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended eliminating the perimeter fencing along the west,
north, and south property boundaries. Per recommendation from staff, the preliminary site plan
shows the code required 8ft. fence along Lee Boulevard with a note stating, “unless otherwise
approved by St. Lucie County”.
Planning and Zoning Commission advised the Board may elect to waive and or require the masonry wall or
opaque wood fence from the adjacent neighbors along Deland Avenue (north) and Lee Boulevard (east).
The proposed Planned Unit Development Rezone & Preliminary Regulating Plan conform to the Standards of
Review as outlined in St. Lucie County Land Development Code Sections 11.06.03, and 11.02.07, and is
consistent with the Goals, Objectives, and Policies outlined within the St. Lucie County Comprehensive Plan.
Staff recommended the Board approve the Rezoning & Preliminary Site Plan, subject to the following
conditions:
Within 90 days of development approval, the applicant, property owner, developer, successors, or
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assigns, shall convey to St. Lucie County,in a manner or form acceptable to the County Attorney,
fifteen (15) feet of right-of-way for Deland Avenue, thirty-five (35) feet of right-of-way for Lee
Blvd, thirty-five (35) feet of right-of-way dedication for a future roadway to the south, and twenty-
seven (27) feet of right-of-way along Emerson Avenue.
A Site Development Permit is required prior to performing site improvement activities. In
accordance with the permit and Land Development Regulations, the applicant shall retain the EOR
for site inspections and final certification.
Prior to the issuance of any building permit a final plat must be approved by the Board of County
Commissioners.
For plat approval prior to completion of required improvements,a Subdivision Improvement
Agreement and appropriate bonding arerequired.
The Final (Major) Site Plan shall:
a.Provide a Site Lighting certification by a photometric engineer prior to final inspection, verifying
no direct light spillover to adjacent single-family residences.
b.Include a wall design and height compliant with the Land Development Code Section 7.09.04.
General Landscaping Requirements, or alternative vegetative buffer and maintenance plan
acceptable to the Environmental Resources Department.
c. Demonstrate the Community Clubhouse, townhome elevations, or similar use facilities are
consistent with the Community Architectural Standards of St. Lucie County Land Development
Code, Section 7.10.24.
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all Category I listed invasive plants shall be
eradicated from the site.
Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to; clearing, filling, excavation,
grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00., the applicant shall provide a tree
mitigation plan utilizing one tree mitigation method or combination thereof per LDC 6.00.05.D.
Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to; clearing, filling,
excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00., a formal wetland
jurisdictional determination or Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) shall be provided from the
appropriate state and/or federal agencies, consistent with LDC 11.02.09.A.5 and Chapter 6 of the CP
Policy 6.1.12.4.
Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to; clearing, filling, excavation,
grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00., listed species surveys (e.g., gopher
tortoise, crested caracara, etc.) shall be provided/updated as required per state and/or federal
survey protocol. Should any listed species be found as a result of these updated surveys appropriate
permits from state and federal agencies shall be required.
Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to; clearing, filling, excavation,
grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00., a Vegetation Removal Permit or
Exemption shall be issued by the Environmental Resources Department per LDC 6.00.03.
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all Category I listed invasive plants shall be
eradicated from the site.
Lindsey Libes, and Adam Schildmeir of WGI Engineering, addressed the Board regarding the request for
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approval of the rezoning. She provided a presentation reiterating the staff presentation and also advised
they are committed to including rental restrictions within the HOA documents as requested, with no rentals
allowed within the first year and after the first year, no rental rentals allowed to exceed one lease per year.
They also addressed concerns regarding surrounding buffers, utilities, roads, water/sewer, entrance/exit,
proposed design, and stormwater drainage.
The Board discussed concerns regarding the preliminary site plan location, density, build-out, challenges of
the entrance on Deland Avenue, and surrounding neighborhoods. Chair Townsend and Commissioner
Fowler advised they are not in support of the project.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board.
Johnetta Beaver
Paula Taylor
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
After considering the Board's discussion and public comments, the representative of the applicant, Ms.
Libes, requested a continuance of the item to allow for more time to address and resolve the concerns
raised.
A motion was made to continue the item to an uncertain date with the understanding that the item would
need to be re-advertised at the cost of the applicant, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
7. Eagle Bend -Planned Unit Development (PUD) Rezoning & Preliminary Site Plan: Amendment to the
Official Zoning Atlas to PUD (Planned Unit Development) and an Associated Preliminary PUD Site Plan
for up to a 1,713 Unit Residential Community on +/-391.26 Acres - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff only.
Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff only.
Irene Szedlmayer, Senior Planner, and Kori Benton, Planning Manager Planning & Development Services
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presented to the Board the requested amendment to the official zoning atlas by Whalou Properties, LLC.
Following public notice requirements advertisement was published in the St. Lucie Tribune on December 28,
23, and notices were sent to property owners within 500 ft. of the subject property. The applicant also held
an additional neighborhood meeting on December 19, 2023, for any questions or concerns of the neighbors.
The proposal is to change the owner'ssubject 387 acres from Agricultural-1 (AG-1), Agricultural Residential-
1 (AR-1), and Single-Family Residential-2 (RS-2) to Planning Unit Development (PUD) Zoning District and to
obtain approval of the Eagle Bend PUD Preliminary Development Plan. Phase I of the development includes
370 detached single-family dwelling units, Phase II 315 single-family dwelling units and 84 Townhomes,
Phase III 320 Townhomes, Phase IV 270 single-family dwelling units, Phase V 354 apartments which provides
for up to 1,713dwellings and other site improvements. The total gross density is measured at 4.4. which is
below the future land use allowable. The existing Future Land Use designation is Residential Urban (RU)
which permits up to 5 dwelling units per acre. Thedwelling units, including detached single-family dwellings,
townhouses, and apartment buildings, and dedication of right-of-way and construction of Jenkins Road and
Avenue G segments, creation of a 23-acre buffer zone surrounding a Bald Eagle’s nest, pedestrian access to
the Westwood Academy High School, and other related development activities. In the future, there may be
a request for an amendment to the Land Development Code regarding a special area plan and Avenue Q to
extend the connection to Kings Highway and Angle Road. The staff has presented an initial development
plan for roadway dedication. The plan includes Jenkins Road with a dedication of 160 ft., Road G with 80 ft.
and 30 ft. easements, Angle Road with 115 ft., and Road A with 50 ft. Furthermore, the plan includes 48.47
acres for the right-of-way and stormwater. The staff provided an overview of the proposed PUD open space
map which included 42% common open space, and protection of a 2-acre stand of native trees, a 23-acre
buffer for an eagle’s nest, and 15.77 acres of wetlands.
On November 16, 2023, the Planning and Zoning Commission considered this project at a public hearing and
recommended with a vote of 5 to 2 that the Board approve the re-zoning and preliminary development
plan. The key issues explored by the department with the applicant include the buffering of large residential
lots adjacent to the south, the garages and driveways dominating the streetscape, the lack of front yards,
and the timing of roadway improvements. The adequacy of Angle Road given Jenkins Road will not connect
to the south until Phase V. Staff recommended the approval of the following:
Amendment of Zoning Atlas to PUD for the subject of 387.89 acres and the Eagle Bend PUD
Preliminary Development Plan, subject to enumerated conditions.
Impacts to 3.13 acres of wetlands & 2.80 acres of wetland buffers, conditioned upon on-site
mitigation of impacts to 0.93 acres of wetlands & 0.68 acres of wetland buffer associated with
Wetland #2, & conditioned upon the approval of a PAMMP for the wetlands & buffers & other code-
required items.
Relief from building spacing formula set forth in LDC Section 7.04.03.
Staff recommended that the Board approve the amendment of the Zoning Atlas to PUD and the associated
Eagle Bend PUD Preliminary Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:
A. The Final Site Plans shall further consider:
the location and the timing of the proposed pedestrian connection between Eagle Bend and
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Westwood Academy.
additional direct pedestrian connection between the residential neighborhoods with Jenkins Road &
Road G.
B. If the conveyance of 1.3 acres owned by North St. Lucie Water Control District (NSLRWCD) is not realized,
the Ph. 5 multifamily shall provide that same amount of open space within its boundaries.
C. The approval of Final Site Plans for Eagle Bend shall include the Development and/or Impact Fee Credit
Agreement(s) providing detailed identification of roadway improvements, including timing and coordination
between the necessary transportation improvements and the residential development to assure public
facilities are available concurrent with the impacts of development. The approval of the re-zoning and
Preliminary Development Plan does not constitute approval of the proposed schedule of transportation
improvements presented in the Applicant’s memo dated Nov. 9, 2023.
Revised condition:
The final site plans for development within Eagle Bend PUD zoning district shall include detailed
identification of roadway improvements and land dedication associated with each phase of development
and demonstrate concurrency at the time of final site plan approval. The county and the developer intend to
enter into a separate development agreement and or impact fee agreements, ensuring public facilities are
available concurrent with the impact of development. The approval of the rezoning and preliminary
development plan for the Eagle Bend PUD does not constitute approval of the proposed schedule of
transportation improvements presented in the Eagle Bend PUD traffic update dated November 9, 2023.
However, the intent for Phase I of the Eagle Bend PUD upon demonstration of concurrency at the time of
the final site plan approval for up to 370 units, is to provide initial access via Angle Road with Jenkins Road
construction to begin with Phase II and or the 371st unit.
D. Approval of the Eagle Bend PUD Preliminary Development Plan is conditioned upon amendment of LDC
Sec. 4.12.00. to remove Avenue Q between Angle Road and Jenkins/Taylor Dairy Road from the required
internal road system for the Jenkins Road Area Plan Special District. If that amendment is not adopted by
the BOCC, the Final Site Plan shall be modified to provide for Avenue Q as now provided in LDC Section
4.12.03.
Commissioner Dzadovsky questioned if the eagle protection area was required by the federal government,
not the County and why is it included in the open space. Amy Griffin, Environmental Resources Director,
commented and advised the federal government requires bald eagles to be protected and the 660 ft radius
to be applied around the eagle nest and protected. The eagle nesting calculated area is not included in the
open space.
There was further discussion regarding the open space of the development and the calculations. Nikolaus
Schroth, NAI Southcoast, a representative for the applicant addressed the Board and advised the eagle nest
area is not being counted, towards, the open space, and that the 32.6% reference to the open space is
applied to the entire site development and 42% of the development has been served as open space which is
above the 35% requirement of the County.
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Brad Curry, of Engineering Design and Construction, addressed the Board, providedan overview of the staff
presentation for the 387-acre rezoning application, and introduced his team working on the project. He
advised that48.47 acres of the property wouldbe given to the County and impact fee credits are expected
in return. He mentioned that the project's density is based on the net average which is not counted towards
open space. The park site or lake is also not counted towards open space, which leaves a total maximum
density of 713 units. The final site plan will come back to the Board for review and approval. It will include
the Final PUD for the site plan for PhaseI, the Plat application, and the site development application. He
also provided an overview of each phase of the development. He also mentioned the applicant will be
providing private amenities onsite for residents, public park, and park impact fees. He advised the applicant
to agreeto all the conditions of approval by the Board.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board.
Johnette Beaver
Ronnie Beaver
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
The Board also discussed the road right-of-way, impact fee credits, county roads, public parks, road
connectivity (Jenkins Road, Taylor Dairy Road, Keen Road, Angle Road, Kings Highway), traffic studies, new
schools, density, build-out time frame (10-15 yrs.), workforce housing, and traffic impacts.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, with revised conditions, and upon roll call, it passed
unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS:None
EXCUSED: None
8. A County Initiated Land Development Code Text Amendment for the Allowance for Additional Height
of Non-habitable Accessory Features and Mechanical Equipment, and to Allow the Height of Certain
Accessory Structures within Residential and Agricultural Zoning Districts to Extend over the Maximum
Height of the Primary Structure when Certain Provisions are Met - ADOPTION HEARING
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented to the Board the second
reading of the County Initiated Land Development Code Text Amendment. Following public notice
requirements, this item was properly advertised in the St. Lucie News Tribune on December 22, 2023. The
amendment proposes to allow non-habitable architectural and mechanical features, including but not limited
to parapets, chimneys, steeples, spires, elevator machinery, and shafts to exceed the maximum building
height limit by not more than 5 ft. for single-family, and up to 20% for multi-family and commercial
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structures but not to exceed 12 ft. and 10% if the roof surface area. Additionally, the proposed ordinance
would allow detached non-commercial garages, carports, and enclosed storage structures to exceed the
height of the primary residential structure, but shall be limited to 20 ft. in height within residential zoning
districts and 25 ft. in height agricultural zoning districts, where located a minimum of 5ft. behind the front
facade of the primary structure or single-family residence.
On November 16, 2023, the Planning & Zoning Commission heard this petition and voted unanimously, and
recommended approval with the minimum 5ft. facade offset. Staff recommended approval based on the
consistency with the County Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board.
Gary Oldehoff
Harvey Alligood
Charles R.
Dennis Murphy
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
During the meeting, Commissioner Leet asked if Hutchinson Island could be exempted from the text
amendment. The staff confirmed that it was possible.
There was a discussion regarding roofing designs and surfaces, safety hazards, additional architectural
features, and island exemption. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item.
be postponed to allow staff more time to
The County Attorney, Daniel McIntyre, recommended that the item
address some of the concerns raised about certain components of the proposal. He also suggested adding
additional language to exempt the island.
A motion was made to continue the item to January 23, 2024, at 9:00 am or thereafter, and it passed
unanimously.
RESULT:CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
Rangel Guerrero, the Public Safety Director, addressed the Board due to an emergency tornado warning.
Chair Townsend called for a recess until the alert was over.
8:53 PM - Recess taken
9:18 PM -Meeting Reconvened
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11. REGULAR AGENDA
A.COUNTY ATTORNEY
1.Deferred Compensation Program -457(b) Governmental Deferred Compensation Plan Documents -
Lincoln Retirement Services Company, LLC ("Lincoln"); Amendment No. 6 to the Record Keeping
Services Agreement between TIAA and the County dated August 15, 2013
Dan McIntyre, County Attorney presented this item to the Board. In 1983, the Board adopted an ordinance
establishing a Deferred Compensation Plan for eligible County employees. In 2013, TIAA and the County
entered into a Record Keeping Services Agreement. TIAA has determined that it no longer wants to service
local government and desires to no longer service the County's account. The County's independent
consultant, AndCo Consulting, and the County's Deferred Compensation Committee solicited proposals
from firms interested and have recommended that the Board select Lincoln Retirement Services Company,
LLC as the next administrator. On December 12, 2023, the Board adopted Ordinance No. 23-019 amending
Section 2-115 of the St. Lucie County Code to change the administrator of the Deferred Compensation Plan
from TIAA to Lincoln Retirement Services Company, LLC, effective January 16, 2024. The proposal is for the
457(b) Governmental Deferred Compensation Plan document with Lincoln Retirement Services Company,
as well as documents necessary to effectuate the change in administrator. Under the terms of the plan
LLC,
document, the County will adopt the Deferred Compensation Plan as described. Also provided was
proposed Amendment No. 6 between the County and TIAA, which provided for termination of the August
15, 2013, Record Keeping Services Agreement effective January 17, 2024.
Staff recommended the Board approve the 457(b) Governmental Deferred Compensation Plan Document
and accompanying agreements with Lincoln Retirement Services Company, LLC, and Amendment No. 6 to
the August 15, 2013, Record Keeping Services Agreement with TIAA and authorize the Chair to sign all
documents as finally reviewed and approved by the County Attorney.
The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
2. Resolution No. 2024-003 -Approving Certain Incentives on Behalf of Project EVEREST
Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, presented to the Board a proposed resolution to approve certain incentives
on behalf of the project known as Everest, a multinational distributor of a wide variety of consumer
products. The project will include approximately 595,000 s.f. of new distribution and logistics facilities with a
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capital investment of $55 million in real property, and $16 million in tangible personal property. The project
will create 265 new jobs upon completion of the facility. The employment schedule consists of 235 new jobs
in Year 1; 15 new jobs in Year 2 and 15 new jobs in Year 3 as stated in the executive summary. The County is
offering a collaborative incentive package to Project EVEREST in partnership with the City of Port St. Lucie
for the benefit of the residents of St. Lucie County.
Staff recommended the Board adopt Resolution No. 24-003 and authorize the Chair to sign documents as
approved by the County Attorney.
Wesley Curry, Senior Vice Presidentof the St. Lucie County Economic Development Council, addressed the
Board regarding the project and advised the facility will be a Costco Distribution Center and the employees
will have an average annual wage of $55,350or $26.61 per hour. Which will be 121% above the current St.
Lucie County average wage.
Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on the area of the project, job creation, performance incentives, and
revenues. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
3. Reimbursement Resolution No. 24-012 - ATTACHMENT AMENDED
Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, presented to the Board a proposed reimbursement resolution to allow the
County to work on a financing plan for certain capital improvements to the County's utility system. In
advance of completing the financing plan, the County's bond counsel prepared aresolution that would
allow the County to be reimbursed for various costs and expenditures made in advance of any issuance of
tax-exempt debt.
Staff recommended that the Board approve the resolution and authorize the Chair to sign the resolution.
The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
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EXCUSED: None
B.PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Kingsgate Center Self-Storage Major Site Plan on Lot 3* of the Kingsgate Center - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-
JUDICIAL
Item presented in conjunction with 10. B.4.
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff only.
Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff only.
Tahir Curry, Planning & Development Services Planner, presented to the Board a conditional use petition
and major site plan for the development of a 4-story self-storage building with office space totaling 124,200
square feet within Lot 3 of the Kingsgate Center Planned Non-Residential Development. This item was
presented in conjunction with 10.B.4. The self-storage facility's proposed plans are to subdivide the 3.27-
acre parcel into a 1.51-acre parcel (subject parcel) and the remainder will consist of a 1.86-acre parcel which
will be divided intothe future. Following public notice requirements, public notice was advertised in the St.
Lucie CountyNews Tribune on December 28, 2023, and notices were mailed to 14 adjacent property owners
located within a 500-foot radius. No responses have been received to date. The site islocated at the
Southwest corner of Orange Avenue and Kings Highway intersection. The surrounding properties consist of
Industrial Light and Commercial General zoning designations. The staff provided a brief history of the
proposed Kings Center PNRD as mentioned in the staff report. The plan consists of 337 storage units and
900 s.f. of office space with an office entrance at the northeast corner of the building and building access at
the south entrance. The site plan provides a loading zone under a vehicular portico, buffering, a bicycle rack,
a dumpster enclosure, onsite landscaping, a sidewalk, and a crosswalk connection to the multi-use path
along Orange Avenue. A Conditional Use permit is accompanied by this Major Site Plan application.
Staff recommended the Board approve the Major Site Plan for the Kingsgate Center Self-Storage Facility, via
Resolution 2024-2, authorizing the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the
Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
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BOCC Regular MeetingTuesday, January 9, 2024 6:00 PM
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Jamie Fowler
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED:None
12. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A.The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, January 23,2024,at 9 am in
the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort
Pierce, FL.
B. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular meeting on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 1 pm in
the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort
Pierce, FL.
13. MOTION TO ADJOURN
With no other information to be brought for consideration before the Board, the meeting was adjourned
at 12:24 PM.
Please note: Final minutes are recorded in the official minute books filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court
and available for inspection upon request.
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