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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
May 2, 2023 Convened: 6:00 PM
Adjourned: 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 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
Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Dev. Services Director
Samantha Kayser with Corradino (Consultant to FDOT)
Matt Baum, Parks & Recreation Director
Patrick Dayan, Public Works Director
Vera Smith, Deputy Clerk Recording Secretary
2. INVOCATION
The County Administrator led the invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PRESENTATIONS
A. North Causeway Update by Florida Department of Transportation
Samantha Kayser, consultant to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) presented to
the Board an overview of the SR A1A North Causeway Over the Intracoastal Waterway Bridge
Replacement project in the City of Fort Pierce. The purpose of the project is to build a new
bridge over the ICWW; install sidewalks, a shared -use path, and bicycle lanes; build an
observation deck, construct a new access road under the bridge to businesses east of the
Florida East Coast (FEC) Railroad; extend Juanita Avenue; and connect SR 5/US 1 and Old Dixie
Highway along Sunny Lane. The length of the project is 1.205 miles and construction will begin
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on May 1, 2023, with an estimated cost of $111.5 million and completion in late 2027. The
project will be divided into four (4) work zones:
• Zone 1 includes SR-5/US-1 improvements, Old Dixie Highway improvements, and
extending Juanita Avenue and Sunny Lane.
• Zone 2 includes constructing the Marina Access Road, East Coast Greenway Ramp, and
Harbortown Drive improvements.
• Zone 3 includes constructing the SR A1A Bridge and observation deck. Improved
navigational clearances for the Intracoastal waterway crossing will eliminate any delays
for the draw bridge openings with a new vertical clearance of 85 ft and horizontal of 90
ft.
• Zone 4 includes the Park Access Road
The new SR-A1A bridge project, once completed, the new configuration will include a 12-foot
travel journey in each direction, an 8-foot shoulder/bike lane, and an 8-foot sidewalk along the
westbound travel lane. Also, a 12-foot wide East Coast Greenway pathway along the shoulder of
the eastbound travel lane. The construction work will be done in six major phases to minimize
traffic impacts on the construction corridor; Monday -Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday 8:00
am - 6:00 pm, and no daytime work on Sundays. The existing bridge will be open during
construction with the exception of the planned detour for beam installation and notification will
be provided in advance. Also, nighttime lane closures will be permitted Monday - Sunday from
9:00 pm to 6:00 am and will occur as needed. Access to properties will be maintained at all
times, a project team will coordinate with businesses if temporary driveway closures are
needed, marine traffic will be maintained and emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all
times.
The maintenance of traffic will be done in six (6) phases for patterns to remain the same during
construction with motorist/pedestrian detouring road closures for short periods, temporary
ramps, two-lane traffic, and rerouting. The project team has been in contact with utility
agencies on relocations that must be completed as part of this construction project. Locations
are consistent with the Sunny Lane future extension, Juanita Avenue future extension, Old Dixie
Highway, SR-A1A on the west side of the Intracoastal Waterway, and along SR-5/US-1. The
public's safety will be a top priority and project warning signs will be placed throughout the
construction corridor in advance.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items)
Chair Townsend opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed
the Board:
• Thor Welhaven addressed the Board regarding the speed limit changes on Indian River Drive.
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed public comment.
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6. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
A. Resolution No. 23-058 - Proclaiming the Week of May 6 through May 12, 2023, as National Nurses Week
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 Atlantic University",
FNA SE Region Director, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN, Cynthia Tagliaferri, who thanked the Board and accepted
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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
B. Resolution No. 23-067 - Proclaiming the month of May 2023 as Haitian American Heritage 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 the "Treasure Coast
Cultural Festival" Founder, Carole King, 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
C. Resolution No. 23-074 - Proclaiming May 2023 as Mental Health 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 "Helping People Succeed"
CEO, Suzy Hutcheson and "Suncoast Mental Health" Director of Development, Tracy Hernandez, who
thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation.
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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D. Resolution No. 23-068 - Proclaiming Saturday, May 13, 2023, as National Letter Carriers Food Drive Day
in St. Lucie County, Florida
The deputy clerk did not read the proclamation into the record. Chair Cathy Townsend read the title
onto the record for approval only. It will be presented at a community event at a later date. A
motion was maae to aaopt the resolution, ana it passea 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
E. Resolution No. 23-066 - Proclaiming May 7-13, 2023 as St. Lucie County Correctional Officers' Week in St.
Lucie County, Florida
The deputy clerk did not read the proclamation into the record. Chair Cathy Townsend read the title
onto the record for approval only. It will be presented at a community event at a later date. A
motion was made to adopt the resolution, 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
F. Resolution No. 23-064 - Proclaiming May 14-20, 2023 as Law Enforcement Week and further designating
May 15, 2023, as Peace Officers' Memorial Day in St. Lucie County, Florida
The deputy clerk did not read the proclamation into the record. Chair Cathy Townsend read the title
onto the record for approval only. It will be presented at a community event at a later date. A motion
was maae to aaopt the resolution, ana it passea 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
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7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made to approve all minute sets, and it passed unanimously.
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
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Informal Meeting of April 11, 2023.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
AYES: Cathy Townsend, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Larry Leet, Jamie Fowler
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
A. WARRANTS
1. Warrant Lists 28 - 29
Adopted by Consent Vote
B. ADMINISTRATION
1. Amendment to Resolution 22-223 Relating to the Local Technology Planning Team
Staff recommended the Board approve the amendment to Resolution 22-223.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Ratify Appointments to the Local Technology Planning Team Advisory Board
Staff recommended that the Board ratify the recommended appointments to the Local Technology
Planning Team Advisory Board.
Adopted by Consent Vote
C. COUNTY ATTORNEY
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1. Resolution - Melville Road Phase II - Drainage, Utility and Maintenance Easement - Victor V. Rowe
II, and Cheryl Rowe - Parcel ID 3409-502-0006-010-0
St. Lucie County Water Quality Division is moving forward with the Melville Road Phase II
construction of a pond along Citrus Avenue. During the design of the project, it was determined
that an additional 15' Drainage, Utility, and Maintenance Easement was needed from Mr. and Mrs.
Rowe's property. The additional easement will provide more room for the County to maintain the
existing drainage culvert located on the property. Mr. and Mrs. Rowe have agreed to donate the
Easement in exchange for 20 truckloads of dirt from the Citrus Avenue pond construction site. The
relocation of dirt will be addressed in the pond construction contract.
Attached for your review and acceptance is the additional 15' Drainage, Utility, and Maintenance
Easement from Mr. and Mrs. Rowe.
Staff recommended the Board accept the additional 15' Drainage, Utility, and Maintenance
Easement from Mr. and Mrs. Rowe, authorize the Chair to sign the resolution, and record the
documents in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Revocable License Agreement - 930 Jackson Way - Coastal Coves - Unit No. 1 - Jason and Rosalee
DeCosta - Parcel ID 1423-802-0004-000-2
Mr. and Mrs. DeCosta are requesting a Revocable License Agreement to install a 4' black aluminum
fence with a gate along the west side of their property, within the County's 5' Drainage Easement,
per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 71. They understand if the County Engineer determines
the fence and gate are causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the
fence and gate will need to be removed or relocated at their expense.
Engineering, Road & Bridge, and Water Quality have reviewed the 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. DeCosta pay to record the agreement in the public
records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Revocable License Agreement - 5212 Bowling Green Drive - Lakewood Park - Unit No. 2 - Standout
Home Servicing LLC - Parcel ID 1301-602-0028-000-7
Standout Home Servicing LLC has requested a Revocable License Agreement to install a 4' chain -link
fence along the east side of their property, within the County's 10' Drainage/Utility Easement, and
a 4' chain -link fence and gate along the north and south sides of their property, extending into the
County's rear 10' Drainage/Utility Easement, per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 56. They
understand if the County Engineer determines the fence is causing flooding, drainage problems, or
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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 license agreement and have no
objections.
Staff recommended the Board approve the revocable license agreement, authorize the Chair to
sign the agreement, and direct Standout Home Servicing LLC pay to record the agreement in the
public records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. Job Growth Investment Grant for Lactalogics, Inc. for Creation of 60 New Jobs
Staff recommended the Board approve the Job Growth Investment Grant Agreement with
Lactalogics and authorize the Chair to sign the agreement.
Adopted by Consent Vote
5. After the Fact Revocable License Agreement - 131 Celestia Ct - River Park - Unit Five, Block 45, Lot
41 - James Buchholz - Parcel ID 3419-540-0095-000-6
Mr. Buchholz is requesting an After the Fact Revocable License Agreement to keep his 6' vinyl fence
with gate along the northeast side of the property, within the County's 6' Drainage/Utility
Easement, his 6' wood fence along the southwest side of his property, within the County's 6'
Drainage/Utility Easement, and his 6' wood fence along the northwest side of the property, within
the County's 10' Drainage/Utility Easement per the Restrictive Covenants recorded in Deed Book
247, Page 37. He understands if the County Engineer determines the fence and gate are causing
flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence and gate will need to be
removed or relocated at his expense.
Engineering, Road & Bridge, Water Quality, and the City of Port Saint Lucie have reviewed the
license agreement and have no objections.
Staff recommended the Board approve the after the fact revocable license agreement, authorize
the Chair to sign the agreement and direct Mr. Buchholz pay to record the agreement in the public
records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
6. Contract for Sale and Purchase of Permanent Drainage and Right -of -Way Easement - Tilton
Road/St. Lucie Gardens Watershed Improvements - Dennis and Dorothy Sunday - Parcel ID 3414-
501-1110-150-5 (a portion of)
Staff recommended the Board approve the contract for sale and purchase from Dennis and
Dorothy Sunday, authorize the Chair to sign the contract and resolution accepting the permanent
drainage and right-of-way easement, direct staff to proceed with the closing, and record the
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documents in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
D. FACILITIES
1. Award of Bid No. 23-019 - Generator Preventative Maintenance, Service, Inspections, and Load
Bank Testing
Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 23-019 to Genserve, LLC, and authorize the
Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. MLB Stadium Chiller Plant Piping Modifications - $124,997.00
Staff recommended Board approval of Trane proposal number 7246417 per US Communities
Contract 1-14-125310-23-016 in the amount of $124,997.00, and authorize the Chair to sign the
agreement as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Siemens Technologies - Sole Source Vendor for County HVAC APOGEE Systems
Staff recommended board approval of the bid waiver and sole source determination for the
purchase of parts, equipment, services, and supplies for the maintenance and operation of St. Lucie
County HVAC systems that are monitored by the APOGEE Server from the sole source vendor,
Siemens Technologies, and authorization for the Chair to execute all applicable contracts and
documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
E. HUMAN RESOURCES
1.2023 Summer of Success - Grant Agreement
Staff recommended Board approval of the 2023 grant agreement for the Summer of Success
program and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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1. Energy Saving Kit Agreement
Staff recommended Board approval of Energy Saving Kit Agreement.
Adopted by Consent Vote
G. PARKS & RECREATION
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1. North Causeway Island Park Boat Launch, Amenities & Parking Improvement Project - Grant
Acceptance FWC FBIP Grant - $1,267,363.09
Staff recommended Board approval and acceptance of FWC FBIP Grant #22032 in the amount of
$1,267,363.09 as outlined in this agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign
documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Dzadovsky pulled this item for comment. Matt Baum, Parks & Recreation Director,
addressed the Board regarding the Florida Wildlife Commission, and Florida Boating
Improvement Program grant funding and the new boat ramp, ADA-accessible floating docks,
ADA-accessible restroom, picnic pavilions, restrooms, repaving all parking, and improved kayak
launch area. He advised that the estimated start date is estimated to be August 1, 2023, at the
earliest and the construction will be broken down into phases, and may take one year to
complete the renovations and there will be minimal impact on park operations.
2. Surfers for Autism - Fee Waiver - $510.00
Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility use fee of $510.00 as outlined in this
agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the
County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. SLC Children's Services Council - More Than A Game Graduation - Fee Waiver - $562.50
Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility use fee of $562.50 as outlined in this
agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the
County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. White City Park Potable Water Project - 1st Amendment and WA#2 with Engineering Design &
Construction, INC. - $32,160.00
Staff recommended Board approval of the 1st Amendment and WA#2 to the Engineering Design
and Construction, Inc. (C19-08-763) for the White City Park Potable Water Project, additional funds
not to exceed $32,160.00 and authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
H. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Talbot/Strickland Acres Replat
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Staff recommended the Board approve the Talbot/Strickland Acres Replat, authorizing the Chair to
sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Request Permission to Advertise Future Land Use Map Amendments and Concurrent Rezonings for
County Owned Environmentally Significant Lands
Staff recommended the Board approve permission to advertise the Future Land Use Map
Amendments and concurrent Rezoning for 12 County -owned ERD-managed parcels.
Adopted by Consent Vote
I. PORT, INLET & BEACHES
1. FDOT Seaport Grant G2428 — Amendment No. 02 — Harbour Point Development Initiative
Staff recommended Board approval of the following:
• Amendment No. 2 to FDOT Seaport Grant Agreement No. G2428
• A supporting budget transfer provided separately by OMB during the next Fund Balance
Forward Update
• A corresponding grant resolution (RES-2023-69)
• Authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney
Adopted by Consent Vote
J. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Microwave Replacement Sole Source for 911 Center
Staff recommended Board approval of Microwave Replacement Sole Source for 911 Center, and
authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Interlocal Agreement with Martin County for the Provision of 9-1-1 Call Transfers and Policy
Routing
Staff recommended the Board approve the interlocal agreement between Martin County and St.
Lucie County for the Provision of 9-1-1 Call Transfers and Policy Routing and authorize the Chair to
sign the agreement as drafted.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Chair Townsend pulled this item for comment to acknowledge the interlocal agreement with
Martin County.
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K. TRANSIT
1. Contract Amendments - Three Amendments with MV Transportation, Inc., which is the Contracted
Service Provider for St. Lucie County's Transit System -
The first item is the third amendment to Contract #C20-05-328. The amendment is needed to
exercise the one-year renewal option for year four of the management services contract, to change
the name from Treasure Coast Connector to Area Regional Transit (ART) throughout the contract,
and to amend the notice section of the contract. Year four of the contract is to begin July 1, 2023.
The second item is the first amendment to agreement #C20-10-663 to extend the term. This is a
vehicle lease agreement between St. Lucie County and MV Transportation, Inc. This agreement
shall terminate concurrently with Contract #C20-05-328. The third item is the first amendment to
agreement #C20-10-676 to extend the term. This is a facilities use agreement between St. Lucie
County and MV Transportation, Inc. for the property located at 725 Avenue D, Fort Pierce, FL,
34950.
Staff recommended the Board approve amendments for contracts #C20-05-328, #C20-10-663, and
#C20-10-676, and authorization for the Chair to sign applicable documents as approved by the
County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Facility Use Agreement for the Fort Pierce Intermodal - Lincoln Park Main Street - ATTACHMENT
AMENDED & BACKGROUND LANGUAGE ADDED
Staff recommended Board approval for the Lincoln Park Main Street Facility Use Agreement for the
Fort Pierce Intermodal Facility and permission for the Chair to execute documents as approved by
the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. County Initiated Land Development Code Text Amendment to Update Code Provisions Pertaining to
Fences, Walls, and Hedges
Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Development Services Director, presented this item to the Board. Public
notice of this item was advertised in St. Lucie County Tribune on April 21, 2023. The goal of the ordinance
is to clarify and provide standards for fences and walls, address construction materials within most
residential zoning districts, provide flexibility for the allowance of additional height for columns, gates,
and decorative features, and provide additional height for fencing on a residential property adjacent to
facilities or public facilities. Also provide permit exemptions for agricultural properties consistent with
Florida statute; clarifying that a fence or wall is considered an accessory use and that a fence, wall, or
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hedge shall not interfere with drainage or of the regulated floodway. Staff provided a summary of the
changes within the drafted ordinance:
• Clarification that fences and walls shall be constructed in accordance with approved plans and
shall be constructed out of conventional/traditional materials.
• The allowance of architectural and decorative features, including columns, to extend one (1) foot
above the maximum height of four (4) feet in the required front yard in residential zoning
districts.
• The allowance of entry features, such as columns and gates, are to be permitted up to six (6) feet
in height, provided no visual obstruction is created. Access gates shall meet current Public Works
specifications and be 22ft. from the edge of the roadway.
• The allowance of fences/walls up to 6ft. in height in any required yard for security purposes to
separate a residential use from a public use or facility. In no event shall the fence/wall create a
traffic hazard.
• The establishment of criteria for appropriate fence construction materials in most residential
zoning districts, prohibiting non-traditional materials.
• Established building permits are not required for split -rail or post -and -rail fencing within AR-1 and
Agricultural zoning districts. However, the fence is subject to floodplain management regulations.
• Clarified building permits are not required for fences located on bona fide agricultural land under
Section 193.461, F.S. However, the fence is subject to floodplain management regulations.
• Clarify that a fence or a wall is an accessory structure and is permitted in conjunction with an
existing permitted or conditional use.
• Clarifies that all fences, walls, and hedges shall be installed to not interfere with drainage on or
adjacent to the property and that fences/walls may not be located within the regulated floodway
unless a floodway encroachment analysis demonstrates that the encroachment will not cause any
increase in base flood elevations.
The draft language would also prohibit the use of razor wire, barbed wire, and chicken wire as well as
other non-traditional materials, such as tires and pallets within residential zoning districts, excluding the
agricultural residential one unit per acre zoning district. The amendment further enhances the existing
Land Development Code (LDC) language, identifying fences and walls as accessory structures, which shall
only be permitted in conjunction with a principle of the existing permitted use or conditional use. Also,
FEMA National Flood Insurance Program guidelines note that fences and walls may not obstruct or divert
flow, and the proposed update provides for internal consistency with the existing code language of
fences within regulated floodways.
On April 20, 2023, the Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of the proposed
ordinance. Their motion specified the word "gate" to be added to the proposed text to ensure that the
design used industry -standard materials and met the standards of the Florida building code. Staff advised
the County initiated text amendment provides additional flexibility to prefer permits for certain design
features or residential fences and walls that clarify industry standard construction materials within
certain residential zoning districts and provides for exemptions for permits for certain fence types in
Agricultural Zoning Districts. Staff recommended the Board authorization to schedule the 2nd Public
Hearing on this item, to be heard on May 16, 2023, or soon thereafter.
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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 motion was made to approve statt recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE 1ST READING
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
10. REGULAR AGENDA
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Road Impact Fee Funding Agreement - Peacock Blvd./St. Lucie West Blvd. Intersection
Improvements
Patrick Dayan, Public Works Director, presented this item to the Board. The proposed item is to
reconcile an impacted funding agreement to partner on a project to improve the intersection of St.
Lucie West Boulevard and Peacock Boulevard in the fiscal year 2024. Both are the City of Port St. Lucie
roadways. The agreement is that the County agrees to contribute $1.5 million towards the Construction
Project by utilizing road impact fees collected by the City and remitted to the County in accordance with
the April 19, 2022, Interlocal Agreement between the County and the City. The City has agreed to
perform the procurement, design, and construction of the project and the funds provided by the
County shall only be used for the construction aspect. The City approved the funding agreement on
April 10, 2023.
Staff recommended that the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Funding Agreement and authorize the
Chair to sign the agreement as approved by the County Attorney.
The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item.
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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
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11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 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, May 16, 2023, at 9 am in
the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue,
Fort Pierce, FL.
12. MOTION TO ADJOURN
With no other information to be brought for consideration before the Board, the meeting was
adjourned at 7:00 PM.
Please note: Final minutes are recorded in the official minute's books filed with the Clerk of the Circuit
Court and available for inspection upon request.
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