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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
March 1, 2022 Convened: 6:00 PM
Adjourned: 8:25 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
ne meeting was caned to order at b:uu rive by Chair Sean mitcneii, District No. 2.
Present
Commissioner Sean Mitchell District 2, Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson District 4, Commissioner Chris
Dzadovsky District 1, Commissioner Linda Bartz District 3, Commissioner Cathy Townsend District 5
Also Present
Howard Tipton, County Administrator
Mark Satterlee, Deputy County Administrator
Alphonso Jefferson, Deputy County Administrator
Dan McIntyre, County Attorney
JoAnn Riley, Property Acquisition Manager
Jodi Nentwick-Kugler, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner
Patrick Dayan, Public Works Assistant Director
Kristopher McCrain, Planning & Development Services Associate Planner
Tahir Curry, Planning & Development Services Associate Planner
Stan Payne, Director of Port & Airport
Linda Pendarvis, Development Review Coordinator
Daniel Zrallack, County Engineer
Aimee Cooper, Environmental Planner
Amy Griffin, Environmental Resources Director
Vera Smith, Deputy Clerk Recording Secretary
2. INVOCATION
The County Administrator led the invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items)
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Chair Mitchell opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the Board:
• Jane Rowley addressed the Board regarding her disappointment with the County funding for the Human
Society established on Midway Road.
• Marjorie Harold spoke to the Board regarding the assistance she had received from Matt Baum, the
Director of Parks & Recreation within the Lincoln Park Community.
• Jean Jenkins addressed the Board regarding his disappointment with Waste -Pro and trash pickup.
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Mitchell closed public comment.
S. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made to approve all minutes sets, and it passed unanimous
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Informal Meeting of February 8, 2022.
B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of February 15, 2022.
6. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
A. Resolution No. 22-019 - Honoring the Fort Pierce Firehawks Pop Warner Football National Champions and
Congratulating the Players, Coaches, Parents, and Family on this Historic Accomplishment
The deputy clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the resolution, and it passed
unanimously. Chair Mitchell presented the proclamation to the "Fort Pierce Firehawks" spokesman Larry Lee Jr and
Head Coach Eddie Davis, who thanked the Board for acknowledging the youth sports program and accepted the
proclamation.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
AYES:
Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
B. Resolution No. 22-020 - Proclaiming the Month of March 2022 as "Women's History Month" in St. Lucie County,
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Florida
The deputy clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the resolution, and it passed
unanimously. Chair Mitchell presented the proclamation to Lesley George, the CEO of Mosaic Inc., who thanked
the Board and accepted the proclamation.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
SECONDER: Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
C. Resolution No. 22-040 - Proclaiming the Week of March 7, 2022, as "Flood Awareness 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 Mitchell presented the proclamation to the Code Enforcement Board Building Supervisor Doug
Harvey, who thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
D. Resolution No. 22-044 - Honoring Frances Hernandez Hughes as the Oldest Known Resident of St. Lucie County -
ADD ON
The deputy clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the resolution, and it passed
unanimously. Chair Mitchell presented the proclamation to the " Family of Frances Hernandez Hughes," who
thanked the Board for the recognition and accepted the proclamation with honor.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
7. PRESENTATIONS
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There are no items scheduled.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
IAYES:
Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend I
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
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1. Warrant Lists 19
Adopted by Consent Vote
B. ADMINISTRATION
1. Appointment to the Art in Public Places Committee
Staff recommended that the Board ratify St. Lucie Cultural Alliance representative Curtis Johnson to the
Art in Public Places Committee.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Appointment to the Art in Public Places Committee
Staff recommended that the Board ratify St. Lucie Cultural Alliance representative Brandon Nobile to the
Art in Public Places Committee.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Appointment to the Art in Public Places Committee
Staff recommended that the Board ratify St. Lucie Cultural Alliance representative Maddie Williams to the
Art in Public Places Committee.
Adopted by Consent Vote
C. AIR & SEA PORT
1. Assignment and Assumption of Lease - Rotorgrade Florida
Staff recommended Board approval of the Assignment and Assumption of the lease agreement between
the parties and for the Chair to sign all required documents, as approved by the County Attorney.
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Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky pulled this item for a separate conversation regarding some concerns
with the language within the recommendation. Upon discussion, Dan McIntyre, County Attorney,
recommended that the Board approve the staff recommendation with the clear understanding that
any issues will be resolved consistent with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines.
2. Assignment and Assumption of Lease - Decorus Development
Staff recommended Board approval of the Assignment and Assumption of the lease agreement between
the parties and for the Chair to sign all required documents, as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky pulled this item for a separate conversation regarding some concerns
with the language within the recommendation. Upon discussion, Dan McIntyre, County Attorney,
recommended that the Board approve the staff recommendation with the clear understanding that
any issues will be resolved consistent with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines.
D. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Revocable License Agreement - 116 E Arbor Ave - River Park - Unit 3 - Richard and Sonya Cerron - Parcel ID
3419-515-0049-000-1
Mr. and Mrs. Cerron are requesting a revocable license agreement to be allowed to install a 5' chain link
fence with gates along the northwest, southwest, and southeast sides of the property, within the County's
6' Drainage/Utility Easement per the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants recorded in Deed Book 226 Page
181. 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, 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. Cerron pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie
County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Revocable License Agreement - 2927 Sherwood Lane - Sherwood Acres Unit 1 - Lisa Marie Denico - Parcel
ID 2421-701-0030-000-0
Ms. Denico is requesting a revocable license agreement to be allowed to install a 6' wood fence along the
west side of the property, within the County's 6' Utility Easement and a 6' wood fence along the south side
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of the property that will encroach within the County's 6' Utility Easement and 15' Drainage Easement per
Plat Book 14 Page 43. She understands 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 her
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 Ms. Denico pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County,
Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Revocable License Agreement - 113 Beach Ave - River Park - Unit 3 - Karen C. Crownover - Parcel ID 3419-
515-0035-000-0
Ms. Crownover is requesting a revocable license agreement to be allowed to install a 6' wood fence along
the northwest and northeast sides of the property, within the County's 6' Drainage/Utility Easement per
the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants recorded in Deed Book 226 Page 181. She understands 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 her 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 Ms. Crownover pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie
County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. Contract for Sale and Purchase - Harmony Heights Stormwater Improvements - Elizabeth Jane Smolyn and
Madolyn Frances Ahern Co -Executors for the Estate of Frank Klett, Jr. and Lillian Klett - Parcel ID 1431-701-
0088-000-9
Staff recommended the Board approve the contract for sale and purchase from the Co -Executors,
authorize the Chair to sign the contract, direct staff to proceed with the closing, and record the warranty
deed in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky pulled the item for a separate discussion to recognize the community
activist participation in the projects.
5. Second Addendum to Contract for Sale and Purchase - Melville Road Phase 1- Pamela Groothouse - 20' of
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Right -of -Way - Parcel ID 3403-343-0003-000-1- THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES
TAX
On August 3, 2021, the Board of County Commissioners approved the First Addendum to the Contract for
Sale and Purchase, extending the closing date to on or before February 25, 2022. During the closing
procedure, Community Land Title discovered that a mortgage release needs to be obtained, and additional
time is still needed to obtain the release.
Staff recommended the Board approve the Second Addendum to the Contract for Sale and Purchase,
authorize the Chair to sign the Second Addendum, direct staff to proceed with the closing, and record the
Warranty Deed in the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
6. Contract for Sale and Purchase - Sheraton Plaza - Unit One and Sheraton Plaza - Unit Two - Don and Janice
Opatha - Parcel ID 1432-430-0000-000-1
Staff recommended the Board approve the contract for sale and purchase from Mr. and Mrs. Opatha,
authorize the Chair to sign the contract, direct staff to proceed with the closing, and record the warranty
deed in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky pulled the item for a separate discussion to recognize the community
activist participation in the projects.
E. PARKS & RECREATION
Sole Source Procurement - A & W Flooring, Inc. $202,745.00 - Lakewood Regional Park
Staff recommended Board authorization to proceed with the sole source procurement of the pool liner
from A & W Flooring Inc. at the total cost of $202,745.00 and authorization from the Chair to sign
documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Sole Source Procurement - Symbiont Service Corp. $54,793.00 - Lakewood Regional Park
Staff recommended Board authorization to proceed with the sole source procurement of the pool heater
from Symbiont Service Corp. at the total cost of $54,793.00 and authorization from the Chair to sign
documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. New Grabber Truck Purchase - $224,526.70
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Staff recommended approval to purchase a new grabber truck for $224,526.70 utilizing the Florida Sheriff's
State Contract #FSA20-VEH18.0 Spec # 77.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. Indrio Road Park & Schoolhouse Improvements-$150,000.00
Staff recommended Board approval to move forward with Indrio Road Park & Schoolhouse Improvement
project-$150,000.00.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Cathy Townsend pulled for recognition of staff recommendation.
5. Purchase of Tables & Chairs for the Fairgrounds - $56,859.25
Staff recommended Board approval to purchase an additional 145 tables and 250 chairs from Mity Lite-on
Miami Dade Contract #RTQ-00439.
Adopted by Consent Vote
6. Donation of Fairgrounds Skid Steer to St. Lucie County Fair Association
Staff recommended Board approval of donating the old fairgrounds skid steer property ID # 40-7100 to St.
Lucie County Fair Association, a local 501c 3 organization with a long working partnership with St. Lucie
County and the fairgrounds.
Adopted by Consent Vote
F. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Midway St. Lucie LLC - Selvitz Turn Lane Final Acceptance
Staff recommended Board approval of the final acceptance of the off -site improvements and release
surety in the amount of $14,255.19 that was held for maintenance.
Adopted by Consent Vote
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
Exchange Agreement between Willow Lakes, LLC, and St. Lucie County - Request for a Continuance - THIS ITEM
IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the disclosures regarding this item will be deferred until May 3,
202Z Regular Meeting schedule as recommended by the County attorney.
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JoAnn Riley, Property Acquisition Manager, presented this item to the Board. The County received a
proposed Exchange Agreement from Willow Lakes, LLC representative Lee Dobbins, Esq. The proposal is to
exchange approximately 2.09 acres along Midway Road, owned by Willow Lakes, LLC, for approximately
3.31 acres of Gordy Road, right-of-way owned by St. Lucie County. The County obtained the Gordy Road
right-of-way from the Florida Department of Transportation on July 24, 1984. To allow the Board to make
an informed decision on the feasibility of the proposed exchange, the County staff performed some
preliminary due diligence, including preliminary title work, appraisals, and a Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment.
State law requires that the County hold a public hearing to consider any exchange of any property. Through
no fault by County staff, the public hearing was improperly advertised and did not comply with the State
law. County staff will readvertise the Public Hearing. Additional time to resolve issues related to the
proposed exchange will be needed, and the Staff requested a continuance. Staff recommended the Board
direct staff to readvertise the Public Hearing to be held on May 3, 2022, at 6:00 PM or as soon thereafter as
possible to comply with Florida Statutes 125.37.
Chair Mitchell opened the meeting for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the
Board, Chair Mitchell closed public comment.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
AYES:
Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Bradley Currie, AICP, with Engineering Design & Construction Inc., on behalf of Ronald J & Denise K.
Buchmeyer, is requesting an Amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas for a change in zoning from the AR-1
(Agricultural, Residential-1 1du/ac) Zoning District to the PNRD (Planned Non -Residential Development)
Zoning District and Preliminary Site Plan approval for one (1) parcel consisting of 0.999-acres, located
south of Midway Road and west of Christensen Road, in Fort Pierce - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff only.
Chair Sean Mitchell - Spoke with staff only.
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Jodi Nentwick-Kugler, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner, presented this item to the Board.
The applicant proposes to re -zone the property from the AR-1 Zoning District to the Planned
NonResidential Development (PNRD) Zoning District to provide limited retail trade and service activities to
serve the surrounding neighborhood. Under the Land Development Code, a public hearing notice was
placed in the St. Lucie News Tribune on Friday, February 18, 2022. Notices were also sent to seventeen (17)
property owners within a 500-foot radius of the subject site, along with a sign posted on the property; no
responses have been received to date. The conditions of approval are before any soil disturbance or
vegetation removal, a listed species survey per state and/or federal protocol may be required. Also, Traffic
must be evaluated when Site Plan submittal uses generate enough trips to warrant a right turn lane for
ingress will not be supported.
This PNRD proposed permitted hours of operation are 6:00 AM — 7:00 PM and allow for all uses, including
Limited Retail, Office Uses, and Limited Services within the Commercial Neighborhood (CN) or Commercial,
Office (CO) zoning districts with a conditional use of Restaurants. The PNRD shall not include:
• Drive -through restaurants
• Outdoor Storage
• Overnight Vehicular Storage
• Outdoor Displays
On January 20, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to
forward a recommendation of approval to the Board of County Commissioners, with staff's recommended
conditions of approval for the Board to consider. The proposed PNRD Rezone & Preliminary Site Plan
conforms to the Standards of Review outlined in St. Lucie County Land Development Code Sections
11.06.03 & 11.02.07 and be consistent with the goals and objectives and Policies of the St. Lucie County
Comprehensive. Staff recommended the Board of County Commissioners approve the PNRD Rezoning and
Preliminary Site Plan with the conditions outlined in Resolution 2022-39.
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson suggested that staff speak with the applicant to amend the site
development plan to reverse the parking in the rear and the building to the front and have the landscaping
match as discussed along the Midway Road corridor along with the lighting.
The applicant, Ronald Buchmeyer, addressed the Board regarding amending the site plan approval and
advised he agrees with the recommendation to relocate the parking in the rear and move the building to
the front.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend advised the motion will include Commissioner Hutchinson's
recommendation to the amendment of the Planned Non -Residential Development (PNRD) Zoning that the
applicant will have the flexibility to relocate the parking in the rear and move the building to the front.
Chair Mitchell opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board:
• Alejandro Toro (Construction Engineer)
• Ronald Buchmeyer (applicant)
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With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Mitchell closed public comment.
A motion was mace to approve starr recommencations, anc it passes unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
AYES:
Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
2. Continued from the January 11, 2022, Public Hearing - Ravinia PUD (Planned Unit Development) Mining
Permit Exemption application in accordance with Section 11.05.11(A.2.h) to allow for the removal of
excavated material within the development to provide on -site stormwater management, infrastructure,
and other features associated with the approved development. - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item:
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson - Spoke with staff, applicant, and emails and calls from residents.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff, Contract Manager Tom Pagnata, and emails and calls from
residents.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff and Contract Manager Tom Pagnata.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff, Contract Manager Tom Pagnata, and emails and calls from
residents.
Chair Sean Mitchell - Spoke with staff, Contract Manager Tom Pagnata, and emails and calls from residents.
Linda Pendarvis, Development Review Coordinator, and Daniel Zrallack, County Engineer, presented this item to
the Board. The Ravinia Port St. Lucie, LLC filing of a Mining Permit exemption application requested the Ravinia
Planned Unit Development consisting of 54.37 acres located on the south side of West Midway Road and east of
Christenson Road. Under Land Development Code Section 11.05.11(A.2.h), the applicant is requesting an
exemption from the requirement of a Mining Permit to remove excavated material from the site, derived from
developing stormwater areas, infrastructure, and other features customarily associated with on -site
development. This item was heard on January 11, 2022; after hearing the residents' concerns and the public, it
continued to allow a period of evaluation and amend the exemption with several conditions. One of the concerns
was the dewatering of the ponds and the effects on the existing neighboring resident's potable wells nearby.
South Florida Water Management is the entity that regulates and issues the permit. After meeting in January,
South Florida Water Management conducted a site evaluation on the conditions. They determined that
dewatering would not have any potential to affect the neighboring residents and their water supply wells based
on the distance from the ponds, the methodology, and the duration of the water used. The developer for the
subdivision presented that conclusion and the South Florida Water Management report to the residents at a
neighborhood meeting held near the site on January 31, 2022. Another concern addressed was the haul routing
and the effects on the local roadways. Since the meeting, restrictions have been placed on hauling access and
limited to the construction entrance on Midway Road, using only tail roads. With no usage of local streets within
one mile of the site with limited operation times from 10 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Saturday. A bond has
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been prepared to provide funds for roadway damage due to the hauling engineering. Inspections will be
conducted throughout the hauling to ensure that conditions within the exemption are followed. The grant
exemption with the proposed conditions:
• Haul Route Limitations:
• Access limited to Midway Road
• Arterial roads only and no local streets within 1 mile
• Haul times limited to 10 AM - 6 PM, Monday - Saturday
• Bond held for the repair of roadway damage caused by hauling
• Final grading and Stabilization within 30 days
• Completion of Hauling Operations within 90 days
Staff recommended Board approval of the mining permit exemption with the following conditions:
• The applicant shall complete the final grading and Stabilization of the excavated areas within 30 days of
completion of the excavation stage.
• Removal of excavated material under this exemption shall be performed within 90 days of completion of
the excavation stage.
Chair Mitchell opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the Board:
• Dennis Horton
• Jane Rowley
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Mitchell closed public comment.
Contract Manager Tom Paganta addressed the public's concerns and advised the property that its final use would
be a community for single-family homes for rent. A property manager will be on -site to help maintain the
community.
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RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
3. Runways End Commerce Center is requesting an Amendment to their Existing Waiver to Allow for the Sale
and On -site Consumption of Distilled Spirits, expanding the Active Waiver for Sale and On -site
Consumption of Beer and Wine within One Thousand Six Hundred (1,600) feet of an Existing Religious
Facility - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
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This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding
this item:
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson - Spoke with staff and applicant representatives.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff, proprietors Nickolaus Schroth and David Milledge.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff and the pastor at the North Side Baptist Church.
Chair Sean Mitchell - Spoke with staff only
Kristopher McCrain, Planning & Development Services Associate Planner, presented this item to the
Board. STB Runways End, LLC requests an amendment to their existing waiver to include the sale of
distilled spirits and on -site consumption. In addition to the active waiver, allowing on -site consumption
of beer/wine and the sale within one thousand six hundred (1,600) feet of an existing religious facility,
school, public park, or public playground. Under St. Lucie County Land Development Code Distance
Requirements for Alcoholic Beverages. The 4.57-acre site is located on the northeast corner of
Industrial 33rdStreet & St. Lucie Boulevard, situated east of St. Lucie County International Airport in Fort
Pierce. Following the public notice requirements of the St. Lucie County Land Development Code, an
advertisement for this Public Hearing was advertised in the St. Lucie Tribune on February 18, 2022. In
addition, notices were mailed to adjacent property owners within 500 feet of the subject property, and
a sign was placed on the subject property. The applicant is requesting an adjustment to the existing
waiver to propose the following:
• To allow the sale and on -site consumption of distilled spirits.
• To increase the allowable area devoted to the on -site consumption of alcohol from 4,000 ft 2 to
5,287 ft 2
• And to extend the hours of operation for the taproom and proposed outdoor seating area, from
10 PM to 11:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.
The County's Development Review Committee is reviewing a separate application for an amendment to
the existing site plan for a 5,786 square foot expansion to the brewing and distillery operations and a
4,000 square foot open-air covered deck for consumption of alcohol beverages manufactured on -site.
The conditions of approval:
• Within 90 days of the issuance of Vegetation Removal Permit or Exemption, all Category I listed
invasive plant species shall be eradicated from the site.
• The waiver granted under this petition is for a tasting room accessory to the primary use of the
Islamorada Brewery manufacturing facility with the area devoted to on -site consumption of
alcohol not to exceed 5,300 square feet of floor area.
• The petitioner, their successors, or assigns shall comply with all the applicable conditions of the
St. Lucie County Code of Ordinance -Article V. Noise Control. The hours of operation to serve
beer, wine, and distilled spirits will be limited to 12:00 PM to 10:00. p.m. Monday through
Thursday, 12:00 PM to 11:00. p.m. Friday & Saturday, and 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Sundays.
• The petitioner, their successors, or assigns shall be required to install and maintain lighting
facilities in such a manner to prevent direct glare or hazardous interference of any kind to
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adjoining streets or properties in compliance with Section 7.09.04(K) of the Land Development
Code.
No live amplified music is permitted without a Temporary Special Event Permit issued by the St.
Lucie County Planning and Development Services Department, Code Compliance Division. The
property owner shall apply for such a permit at least one month before any event. The request
for the permit shall include the date, time, type, and purpose of the event, along with contact
information. All such events containing amplified music must end before 11:00 PM.
The petitioner shall provide educational information to the public visiting the facility, in a format
determined by the petitioner, on the potential negative consequences of overconsumption of
alcohol.
This petition conforms to the Conditional Use Standards of Review as outlined in St. Lucie County Land
Development Code Section 11.07.03, which is applied to evaluate a Waiver for alcohol sales and on -site
consumption, per LDC Section 7.10.11. It is consistent with the Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the St.
Lucie County Comprehensive. Staff recommended approval of the amended waiver, with conditions.
Chair Mitchell opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed
the Board:
• Nikolas Schroth (applicant)
• David Milledge (agent)
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Mitchell closed public comment.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
AYES:
Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy
Townsend
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
4. This item was continued from February 15, 2022, Public Hearing - Joshua Long, AICP, with the Gunster
Law Firm, on behalf of Florida Power and Light (FPL), is requesting an Amendment to the Official Zoning
Atlas for a change in zoning from the AG-5 (Agricultural, Residential-5 - 1du/5ac) Zoning District to the
CPUB (Conservation Public) Zoning District for one (1) parcel, consisting of 134.19-acres, located
approximately 3,737 feet east of Center Street in Okeechobee, Florida - 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 Frannie Hutchinson - Spoke with staff and applicant.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff and applicant.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff and applicant.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff and applicant.
Chair Sean Mitchell - Spoke with staff and applicant.
Jodi Nentwick-Kugler, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner, presented this item to the Board.
The applicant seeks approval to re -zone the East Parcel from Agricultural-5 (AG-5) to Conservation Public
(CPUB). The Major Site Plan is to construct and operate a 74.5 Mega -Watt (MW) Photovoltaic Solar Center
and Lot Split. The parent parcel totaling 586.05 acres was split into two (2) parcels, known as the West Parcel
totaling 451.86-acres and the East Parcel totaling 134.19-acres. The site is located at 14697 E. Center Street
in Fort Pierce borders Okeechobee County on the west perimeter. It is approximately 3.5 miles south of SR 70
and one (1) mile east of SE 128th Avenue, unincorporated St. Lucie County. Following public notice
requirements outlined in the St. Lucie County Land Development Code on February 5, 2022, notices and
response forms were mailed to adjacent property owners located within 500 feet of the subject
property, and no responses were received.
The purpose of the CPUB Conservation —Public Zoning District is to provide an environment suitable for
protection, preservation, or enhancement of public lands in the community, together with such uses as may
be compatible with public and quasi -public surroundings. On January 20, 2022, the Planning & Zoning
Commission unanimously recommended approval to the Board of County Commissioners to re -zone the
subject parcel from Agricultural-5 Zoning District to Conservation Public Zoning District.
This petition conforms to the Standards of Review outlined in St. Lucie County Land Development Code
Section 11.06.03. It is consistent with the St. Lucie County Comprehensive Plan goals, objectives, and policies.
Staff recommended the Board of County Commissioners approve Resolution 2022-26, re -zoning the subject
parcel to Conservation Public (CPUB).
Chair Mitchell opened the meeting for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the
Board, Chair Mitchell closed public comment.
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RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
5. Lennar Homes, LLC is requesting a Major Adjustment to the approved and active Coconut Cove PUD Final
Site Plan to reduce the number of residential dwelling units from 950-units (110 single-family units, 200
townhouse units, and 640 mid -rise condominium units) to 655-units (349 single-family units and 306
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townhouse units), modify the architectural plans and building typologies, adjust internal street circulation,
increase community amenities, eliminate a Boat/RV storage area, and other miscellaneous design
adjustments. The project site(s) are within the PUD, CG (Commercial, General), and RM-5 (Residential,
Multiple-family-5) Zoning Districts - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this
item:
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson - Spoke with applicant and team, staff.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with applicant and team, staff.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke applicant and team, staff.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with applicant and team, staff, and residents.
Chair Sean Mitchell - Spoke with applicant and team, staff.
Jodi Nentwick-Kugler, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner, presented this item to the Board.
The applicant Lennar Homes, LLC is requesting approval for Major Adjustment to the previously approved
Coconut PUD Final Development Plan and Phase I Site Plan, approved including the following modifications:
• Modifying the project boundaries for a total site area of 280.73 acres.
• Reduce the number of residential units from 950 units to 655 units.
• Modify the unit mix to eliminate 8-story midrise condominiums.
• Modify the architectural plans for single-family and townhome unit types.
• Modify the internal circulation system to improve the safety and efficiency of Traffic for vehicles and
pedestrians.
• Increase the number and variety of community amenities throughout the project.
• Eliminate the boat/R.V. storage area impacting wetlands in the parcels between Old Dixie Highway
and the FEC Railroad.
• Revise the location of secondary access to remain at the existing at -grade railroad crossing and to be
restricted to emergency vehicle access only
• Re -naming the project to Seagrove PUD.
The subject property is located on the east and west side of Old Dixie Highway, at the Indian River County
line in Fort Pierce. Under the public notice requirements of the St. Lucie County, Land Development Code
advertisement for the public hearing was published in the St. Lucie Tribune on February 18, 2022. In addition,
notices were mailed out to the adjacent property owners within 500 feet of the subject property, and three
(3) signs were placed along Old Dixie Highway and on US 1. The applicant proposes developing the property
in three phases as depicted on the modified Final PUD Site Plan set. The proposed variation in single-family
lot sizes and townhome options will continue to promote a mixed -income community without the need for
towering condominiums. The modified plan ensures that nearly all lots back up to open space, proposed
lakes, etc., preservation areas. Improved pedestrian circulation routes are expected to enhance walkability in
cooperation with proposed amenities.
Chair Mitchell opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
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• Tyler Woosley (applicant)
• Bob Raines
• Jean Jenkins
• Tim Foster
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Mitchell closed public comment.
The Board and staff discussed pedestrian safety along greenway trails and Bright Line train passageways.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky made a motion to approve staff recommendations with the Board's
conditions as stated, including an updated map fee in lieu of voluntary donation of property by residents.
A motion was made to approve statt recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
10. REGULAR AGENDA
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Request Permission to Advertise Proposed Ordinances Amending the Respective Roads, Library, Parks,
Public Buildings and Law Enforcement Impact Fee Ordinances and an Ordinance Amending Article I,
General Provisions Related to Impact Fees - ADD ON
Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, presented this item to the Board. St. Lucie County engaged PFM Group
Consulting, LLC to review and update its impact fees for Library, Parks and Recreation, Public Buildings,
and Law Enforcement. The current impact fees are based on an October 2016 technical memorandum.
The Board discussed Road Impact Fees during Special Informal Meetings of January 11, 2022, and
February 22, 2022. The Board also discussed Library, Parks, Public Buildings, and Law Enforcement
Impact Fees during Special Informal Meetings of January 25, 2022, and February 22, 2022. Additionally,
an in -person Public Workshop regarding the Road Impact Fee Study Update was held on February 3,
2022, and a virtual Public Workshop on February 9, 2022. A virtual Public Workshop regarding Libraries,
Parks, Public Buildings, and Law Enforcement was held on February 16, 2022.
Staff recommended that the Board grant permission to advertise the proposed ordinances for a public
hearing before the Local Planning Agency/Planning and Zoning Commission on March 17, 2022, for the
first public hearing before the Board on April 5, 2022, and for the second (adoption) hearing before the
Board on April 19, 2022.
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A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
AYES:
Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy
Townsend
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
FPL Pink Trails Solar Energy Center - Major Site Plan - THIS IS A TARGETED INDUSTRY - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-
JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding
this item:
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson - Spoke with applicant and staff.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with applicant and staff.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with applicant and staff.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with applicant and staff.
Chair Sean Mitchell - Spoke with applicant and staff.
Jodi Nentwick-Kugler, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner, presented this item to the
Board. The applicant, Florida Power and Light (FPL) Bluefield Solar Energy Center, is a targeted industry
within St. Lucie County. The Florida Power and Light applicant seek a Major Site Plan approval to
construct and operate a 74.5 Mega Watt Photovoltaic Solar Center. The 451.86-acre property is located
at 14697 E. Center Street, approximately 3.5 miles south of SR 70 and one mile of SE 128th Avenue in
unincorporated St. Lucie County. The property is located within the AG-5 Zoning District and is
consistent with the AG-5 Future Land Use designation. The subject site is located outside the Urban
Service Boundary. On July 1, 2021, Senate Bill 896 Section 163.3205, FS passed a solar energy approval
process establishing that a solar facility shall be permitted in all agricultural land use categories. In a
local government, a comprehensive plan and all agricultural zoning districts within an unincorporated
area must comply with the setbacks and landscape buffer area criteria for other similar uses in the
agricultural district. The recently adopted Senate Bill 896 preempts the County's requirements for
Conditional Use within the AG-5 Zoning District for a Solar Generation Station.
As part of the Major Site Plan approval, the applicant requests two waivers from the Land Development
Code. The first waiver is for the maximum ten percent lot coverage by structure. The panels cover a
large portion of the property. However, the solar panels sit approximately two feet off the ground at
the lowest point and will not impede the surrounding areas. The second waiver is for perimeter
landscaping and screening requirements. The Environmental Resources Department supports this
waiver based upon the remote site location and potential shading conflicts.
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Staff has determined the Major Site Plan to meet the standards of review outlined in 7.10.28 and
11.02.07 and is consistent with the Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the Comprehensive Plan. Staff
recommended the Board approve this petition, subject to the conditions set forth in Resolution 2022-
38.
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RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
AYES:
Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy
Townsend
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
2. Treasure Coast Vault is Requesting a Major Adjustment to a Major Site Plan Approval for Six (6) Warehouse
Buildings Totaling 88,400 square feet of RV/Boat Storage and Industrial Flex Space, 20,250 square feet of
Covered Storage Parking Area, On -site Stormwater Retention and Landscaping - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-
JUDICIAL - ATTACHMENT AMENDED
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding
this item:
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Linda Bartz - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky - Spoke with staff only.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff only.
Chair Sean Mitchell - Spoke with staff only.
Tahir Curry, Planning & Development Services Associate Planner, presented this item to the Board.
Treasure Coast Vault, LLC, requests a Major Adjustment to a Major Site Plan to construct six (6) warehouse
buildings totaling approximately 88,400 square feet of RV/boat storage and industrial flex space. Also, a
20,250 square foot covered storage area for parking, associated vehicular use area, on -site stormwater
retention, and landscaping for RV/automotive storage and industrial flex space. The site is located on the
southwest corner of St. Lucie Boulevard and Taylor Dairy Road at 6509 St. Lucie Blvd, Fort Pierce, FL,
34946. The property is within the Urban Service Boundary and the Airport Overlay Zone. The site will be
served by 134 regular vehicular parking spaces, six (6) ADA-accessible parking stalls, and 58 indoor and
outdoor covered storage parking spaces, providing a total of 178 parking spaces.
The plan will also consist of 36 flex industrial space units for industrial uses and 24 indoor RV/automotive
storage units, totaling 60 units. The proposed buildings will be constructed at a maximum base height of
24-feet and 27-feet of raised stucco. The site will have one full access to St. Lucie Blvd.
The Major Adjustment to the Major Site Plan conforms to the standards of review outlined in St. Lucie
County Land Development Section 11.02.07 is consistent with the Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the St.
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Lucie County Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommended the Board of County Commissioners approve the
Major Adjustment to the Major Site Plan, subject to the Conditions of Approval outlined in the draft
resolution.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES: Sean Mitchell, Frannie Hutchinson, Chris Dzadovsky, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: None
11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The Annual St. Lucie County Fair begins Friday, February 25, 2022, through Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 15601
W. Midway Road, Fort Pierce, 34945. Ticket information can be found online at www.stluciecountyfair.org.
B. The One St. Lucie Community Homelessness Task Force will hold a Public Engagement Workshop on Thursday,
March 3, 2022, from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Havert L. Fenn Center located at 2000 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce.
The workshop is open to all residents and community partners that have specific ideas to help create solutions
to prevent and end homelessness in St. Lucie County.
C. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at 9 AM in the
Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce,
FL.
D. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular meeting on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at 9 AM in the
Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce,
FL.
E. St. Lucie County will hold the 18th Annual Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 10 AM -
5 PM at the Oxbow Eco-Center located at 5400 NE St. James Drive, PSL. Don't miss Live Music,
Interactive Exhibits, Food, Art, Kid's Activities, Eco-Challenge, and more.
12. MOTION TO ADJOURN
With no other information to be brought for consideration before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at
8:25 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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