HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOCC Regular Meeting Minutes 04.07.26 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
April 7, 2026 Convened: 6:00 PM
Adjourned: 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Vice-Chair Larry Leet, District No. 2.
Present
Commissioner Larry Leet, District 2; Commissioner James Clasby, District 1; Commissioner Erin Lowry,
District 3; Commissioner Cathy Townsend, District 5
Excused
Commissioner Jamie Fowler, District 4
Also Present
Katherine Barbieri, County Attorney
George Landry, County Administrator
Mayte Santamaria, Deputy County Administrator
Erick Gill, Communications Director
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager
Irene Szedlmayer, Planning & Development Services, Planning Senior Planner
Ron Guerrero, Public Safety Director
Sydney Halleran, 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
unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
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EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
5. PRESENTATIONS
A. Drop Savers Poster Contest Winners
Jenny Tomes, the Environmental Education and Outreach Manager for the St. Lucie County Public
Utilities Department, hosted the Drop Savers Water Conservation Poster Contest, a collaboration
with the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association. The contest aims to educate
students about the importance of water conservation and freshwater protection through long-
term awareness programs. This is the first time St. Lucie County has hosted the contest, and it
received a significant amount of participation. A total of 178 entries were received from students in
grades pre-kindergarten through 12th grade from nine different St. Lucie County Schools. Judges
selected a winner from each grade level based on the best water conservation messaging and
creativity. Many of the winners were present with their family members, teachers, and other
supporters. Ms. Tomes congratulated each contestant and announced the following winners:
Pre-K: Alana Cullen of Global Learning
Kindergarten: Skylar Aguero of Ivy League Academy
1st Grade: Shelby Souza of Ivy League Academy
2nd Grade: Abigail Rowe of Ivy League Academy
3rd Grade: Ravenna Yaple of Ivy League Academy
4th Grade: Mosiah Jones of Ivy League Academy
5th Grade: Josiah Begeansma of Digital Mosaic Academy
6th Grade: Marley Allen of Ivy League Academy
7th Grade: Maiya Valdez of Ivy League Academy
8th Grade: Shyanne Conklin of Ivy League Academy
9th Grade: Chelsy Marie Alvaredo of St. Lucie West Centennial High School
10th Grade: Leslie Morlock of Tradition Preparatory High School
11th Grade: Sydney Daniel of Lincoln Park Academy
12th Grade: Brandon Salvador of Tradition Preparatory High School
6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items)
Vice-Chair Leet opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the
Board:
• Rick Reed addressed the Board and discussed the Cobra football team, a Fort Pierce team for kids
aged 6 to 14, and their difficulty in using local fields.
With no one else wishing to address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed public comment.
7. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
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A. Resolution No. 26-051 - Proclaiming the Month of April 2026 as "Sexual Assault 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 Fowler presented the proclamation to the Inner Truth
Project Board Member, Linda Bartz, who thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
SECONDER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
B. Resolution No. 26-052 - Proclaiming the Week of April 12 through April 18, 2026, as "National Public
Safety Telecommunicators 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 Fowler presented the proclamation to 911 managers,
Katie Hissong, Amber Jackson, and Yariela Rodriguez, and Public Safety Director Ron Guerrero, who
thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made to approve all minute sets, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Informal Meeting of March 10, 2026.
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9. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
A. WARRANTS
1. Warrant Lists 24 - 26
Adopted by Consent Vote
B. ADMINISTRATION
1. Appointment to the Treasure Coast Health Council - At-Large Member Vacancy
Staff recommended that the Board vote and appoint Nikole Helvey to fill the consumer vacancy
on the Treasure Coast Health Council.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Commissioner Clasby's Appointment to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
Staff recommended that the Board ratify Commissioner Clasby's appointment of Brittany Clyatt
to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. 7th Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with St. Lucie County Sheriff
Staff recommended that the Board approve the 7th Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement
with the St. Lucie County Sheriff and sign the document as prepared by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
C. AIRPORT
1. AECOM C20-03-341 Work Authorization No. 03 - 5th Amendment - Reconfigure Taxiways C8 and
B Additional Resident Project Representative (RPR) and Project Closeout Services in the Amount
of $60,040.00
Staff recommended Board approval of AECOM Work Authorization 3 - 5th Amendment for
$60,040.00 Additional Resident Project Representative (RPR) and Project Close Out Services to
Reconfigure Taxiways C8 and B and Related Work, and authorization for the Chair to sign
documents as approved by the County Attorney. This initiative is in accordance with Strategic
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Plan Policy AO 2.4.3.
Adopted by Consent Vote
D. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Resolution No. 26-055 - Proclaiming the Month of April as "Water Conservation Month" in St.
Lucie County, Florida
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Clasby acknowledged this item.
2. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Office of the Public Defender for Substance
Abuse Counselor - ADD ON
Staff recommended that the Board approve the MOU.
Adopted by Consent Vote
E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Approval of CHDO Umbrella Agreement and Project-Specific HOME Agreement with St. Lucie
Habitat for Humanity CHDO, Inc. for the Development of a HOME-Assisted Homeownership
Units
Staff recommended Board approval of the Community Housing Development Organization
(CHDO) Umbrella Agreement and the HOME Project-Specific Agreement between the HOME
Consortium and St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity CHDO, Inc., and authorization for the Chair to
sign the agreements as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
F. FACILITIES
1. Liebert Units Installation - 8881 S. US Hwy 1 - $152,320.00
Staff recommended Board approval to award Trane the installation of two Liebert units, per
attached proposal from Trane US Inc., via USC Contract Racine #3341 for the 8881 S. US1
building in the total amount of $152,320.00, and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as
approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy QI.3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Award BID No. 26-004 - Construction of the Medical Examiner Facility - $21,652,286.00
Staff recommended Board approval to award BID No. 26-004 to Charles Perry Partners, INC. in
the amount of $21,652,286.00 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the
County Attorney, per County Strategic Objective QI 3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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3. Third Amendment to Work Authorization No. 03 for Contract Number C24-04-430 - Edlund,
Dritenbas, Brinkley Architects & Associates, P.A. for Architectural Services Remodel/Additions to
8881 S. U.S. HWY 1 - $28,950.00
Staff recommended that the Board approve the work authorization to revise the scope of
services and increase the compensation. Architectural Services Remodel/Additions to 8881 S.
U.S. HWY 1 submitted by Edlund, Dritenbas, Brinkley Architects & Associates, P.A., and authorize
the Chair to sign the Third Amendment to Work Authorization No. 03 for Contract number C24-
04-430, as prepared and approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan
Policy QI.3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. Award of BID No. 26-015 - Lakewood Park Library Roof Replacement - $254,533.40
Staff recommended Board approval to award BID No. 26-015 to CMM Roofing, Inc. in the total
amount of $254,533.40 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County
Attorney. This Agenda Request aligns with St. Lucie County’s Strategic Vision QI 3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
5. Department of Health (DOH) 23rd Street Variable Air Volume (VAV) Replacement Project -
$349,700.00
Staff recommended Board approval to proceed with the completion of the Department of
Health (DOH) 23rdStreet Variable Air Volume (VAV) Replacement Project through Trane
Technologies, as outlined in Proposal # H6-257597-48515-1 for the purchase of the equipment
($47,022.00) and Proposal # 8543018 for the installation ($302,678.00), in the total amount of
$349,700.00, as per Omnia Contract ID: OMNIA Racine #3341 pricing, and authorize the Chair to
sign the agreement as approved by the County Attorney, pursuant to Strategic Vision QI 3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
G. PARKS & RECREATION
1. Waiver for the Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County's Family Fun Fair to Waive Facility Use
Fees in the Amount of $750.00
Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility use fee of $750.00 as outlined in this
agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the
County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
H. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
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1. Resolution No. 2026-48 - Delegating Authority to the County Administrator or their Designee to
Execute Releases and Satisfaction of Liens Imposed by the Code Enforcement and Contractors
Examining Board
Staff recommended that the Board vote to approve the Draft Resolution and allow the Chair to
sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. This item aligns with the Strategic Plan
priority PT 1.4.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
I. PORT, INLET & BEACHES
1. Amendment to the Lease Agreement with Florida Department of Transportation (Parcels 1880
and 1881)
Staff recommended that the Board approve the amendment to the lease agreement and
authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. The proposed Public
Purpose Lease amendment is in alignment with the Strategic Plan Objective: Quality
Infrastructure 3.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
J. PROPERTY ACQUISITIONS
1. Purchase and Sale Agreement between School Board of St. Lucie County and St. Lucie County:
Parcel One - Edwards Road Property - Parcel ID 2428-121-0002-000-6 - 42.03 Acres
Parcel Two - Edwards Road Property - Parcel ID 2428-113-0002-000-1 - 2.41 Acres
Parcel Three - Lawnwood Elementary - Parcel ID 2416-504-0753-000-3 - 7.23 Acres
Parcel Four - St. Lucie Elementary and Dale Cassens - Portion of Parcel ID 2416-143-0000-000-3 -
Approximately 25 Acres - ITEM PULLED PRIOR TO MEETING AND MOVED TO APRIL 21, 2026
BOCC MEETING.
K. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Voluntary Contribution Agreement - Vulcan Materials Florida Rock (South Plant) Mine
Staff recommended Board approval of the Voluntary Contribution Agreement for the Vulcan
Materials associated with their Florida Rock (South Plant) Mine and authorizes the Chair to sign
documents approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy QI 3.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. St. Lucie International Airport Business Park - Conditional Acceptance
Staff recommended Board approval of the conditional acceptance of the improvements to North
St. Lucie Blvd and the reduction of bond number SUR2004835 in the amount of $348,597.70, in
accordance with Strategic Policy QI 3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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3. Orange Avenue Culvert Repair Between Mileposts 2.2 to 4.0 - Amendment to Work
Authorization - THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX
Staff recommended Board approval of Amendment No. 10 to Work Authorization #3 C14-11-680
in the amount of $22,055.00 for the Orange Avenue Culvert Repair Between Mileposts 2.2 to 4.0
project, to Stephen Cooper, PE & Associates to complete the design, engineering, permitting,
and post-design services, and authorize the Chair to sign documents approved by the County
Attorney in accordance with Strategic Policy QI 3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Townsend acknowledged this item.
4. First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement (C20-10-646) with the City of Port St. Lucie - Prima
Vista Boulevard Improvements at the Intersection with Floresta Drive - THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED
BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX
Staff recommended Board approval of Amendment #1 to Interlocal Agreement C20-10-646 and
authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with
Strategic Policy QI 3.1.1.
Adopted by Consent Vote
Commissioner Townsend acknowledged this item.
Changes were made to the order of agenda items during the meeting.
11. REGULAR AGENDA
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. St. Lucie County v. Florida Pace Funding Agency - Case No. 23-CA-002277 - Permission to Dismiss
Case
There was no presentation.
On August 25, 2023, the County filed suit (Case No. 2023-CA-002277) against FPFA alleging the
FPFA is operating in St. Lucie County (i) without the County’s consent or agreement, (ii)
purportedly immune from any County regulation, (iii) in violation of the Florida Constitution,
Chapter 163, Florida Statutes (2022), and (iv) in derogation of the County’s home rule
authority. On March 4, 2025, the parties filed a Joint Status Report requesting to hold off on
litigation as they were waiting for a ruling from the Florida Supreme Court on Florida Pace
Funding Agency v. State of Florida, et al., Defendants, Case No. 2022-CA-1562. A Motion and
Order for Continuance were filed in October 2025 for (Case No. 2023-CA-002277). On January
28, 2026, the Court set the trial for April 1, 2026.
Staff recommended that the Board ratify the dismissal of St. Lucie County v. Florida Pace
Funding Agency, Case No. 23-CA002277, as recommended by outside counsel.
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The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. 4540 N. Kings Highway Major Site Plan -THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the present commissioners made the following
disclosures regarding this item:
Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with the staff, applicant, Leah, and Cathlynn regarding the
plan.
Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with the applicant team and County staff.
Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with Leah from Cotleur & Hearing regarding the updated site
plan, redesign, and staff.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with the applicant, Leah, and the staff.
Irene Szedlmayer, Senior Planner, and Kori Benton, Planning Manager of Planning &
Development Services, presented the proposed major site plan approval for 4540 N. Kings
Highway to the Board. The 36.6-acre property is located on Kings Highway, a quarter mile
south of Indrio Road, within the Towns, Villages and Countryside (TVC) future land use, and
the airport overlay zone. The area was rezoned to Planned Unit Development (PUD) in
December 2024, and the preliminary development plan was approved. The site plan provides
for up to 191 dwelling units at a density of 5.22 units per acre, with 47% common open space,
at a diversity of 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom units. This includes a dedication of an 80-foot right-of-
way along the south boundary of the property for a future East-West Road. The proposed final
plan is very consistent with the approved preliminary development plan, which reduces
density to 4.5 dwelling units per acre, providing 165 dwellings, with 46% common open space
and 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom units, and the dedication of right-of-way. The project will be
entirely rental. Staff provided an overview of the proposed common open space, including a
community park, gym, pocket parks, amenity center, walkways, and a recreation center. Some
of the changes that have taken place is the applicant has increased the spacing between the
buildings to 15 feet as requested by the Board, with some garages not meeting this distance.
The open space provided as community space is now more private, with some areas becoming
private open spaces. The proposed architectural elevations remain consistent with the Florida
cottage style, featuring two-bedroom, two-bath, two-car garage units and three-bedroom,
two-and-a-half-bath, two-car garage units. All off-street parking will be alley-loaded, with all of
the dwellings two car garages, with 19 dwellings having driveway parking in addition to the
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garage parking, and 136 on-street parking spaces. Staff described the four-bedroom, three-
and-a-half-bath house and the three-unit townhouse building, noting the change from eight-
unit buildings to three-unit and two-unit buildings. The architectural style includes smaller
square windows, larger windows with mullions, and a mixture of vertical and horizontal siding.
The preliminary development plan provided for two access points designated as the main
access and south access off of Kings Highway, with the final plan showing potential future
access roads. King's Highway is controlled by the state government through the Florida
Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the driveway due to the distance from the Cabo Rio
driveway. The South access will be for emergency access only, and left turns out of the project
may be foreclosed in the future due to the expansion of Kings Highway. FDOT has not yet
started the typical engagement for widening the roadway, providing time to work on access
issues.
In December 2024, the Board approved the PUD rezoning and preliminary development plan,
subject to conditions including:
• The townhouse building, containing 8 two-story units, is to be divided into 2 buildings
with 4 units each.
• The 3 townhouse buildings with 16 units are to become 6 buildings with 8 units each.
• The buildings are to be separated by 15 feet, wall-to-wall.
• The lease shall prohibit parking on the grass.
Staff advised that they have yet to review the lease, which may be reviewed later when the
applicant applies for building permits and/or Certificate of Occupancy (CO). Staff advised that
the applicant has met all the conditions that the Board included in the approval of the
community development plan. Staff recommended that the Board adopt the draft Resolution
approving the Final Development Plan subject to the conditions identified in the Resolution, as
such, may be amended during the public hearing, including:
1. The lease shall contain an acknowledgment of location in the Airport Overlay District.
2. The lease shall prohibit parking on the grass or anywhere outside a designated parking
space.
3. Prior to Site Development Permit (SDP), written confirmation from Florida Power &
Light (FPL) regarding encroachment by sidewalks and stormwater detention within its
easement.
4. Prior to SDP, authorization or permit by FDOT regarding emergency access to the
southern entrance drive.
5. Prior to the first CO, primary and secondary access drives shall be permitted and
completed.
6. Prior to the first CO, the dedication of 80 feet of ROW along the southern property line.
Leah Heinzelman, of Cotleur & Hearing, addressed the Board on behalf of the applicant ACRE
Development. She thanked Irene and her staff for their collaboration over the past year and a
half to bring the final site plan forward. She advised that the project aims to reflect the Board's
prior direction. The professional team has been involved since the community rezoning
approval in December 2024, ensuring consistency and improvement in the overall design. The
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applicant agrees with the staff's recommendation of approval with conditions, as any
outstanding items are finalized. Ms. Heinzelman reiterated portions of the staff's presentation
and advised that the project is located just south of Indrio Road, along the east side of Kings
Highway, within the Kings Highway job corridor district. The project is in proximity to the
Treasure Coast Regional Airport, within the Urban Service Boundary, and approximately 0.3
miles from a regional transit stop, making it an appropriate location for attainable housing
within the County. The site consists of approximately 36.65 acres, including an 80-foot right-of-
way donation along the southern boundary to support the County’s long-term roadway
planning efforts. The future land use is TVC with existing PUD zoning. The proposed plan
reduces the overall residential intensity from 191 units to 165 units, resulting in a density of
4.8 dwelling units per acre without the right-of-way donation. This is well below the previously
approved plan and the allowable density under the future land use designation. This reduction
reflects a more thoughtful and balanced approach to the site design, and the development
accounts for roughly 3.2 parking spaces per dwelling unit, providing ample space for residents
and guests. Through the redesign process, building layouts were refined to meet requirement
separations, including a minimum of 15 feet between occupied structures. Larger buildings
were broken down into smaller groupings, creating a more human-scaled environment
centered around shared spaces. This shift in layout not only reduced the unit count but also
significantly enhanced the overall open space framework of the community. She advised that
the staff noted in their report that the design will not have any adverse effects on nearby
properties, comply with adequate public facilities, confirmation from fire that there is
adequate fire protection, the site will be serviced with adequate school facilities, and have no
negative environmental impacts. Additionally, the third-party traffic reviewer confirmed the
site will not cause any level of service failures. The plan now provides approximately 16.87
acres of contiguous open common open space, an increase of over two acres from the
originally approved PUD. These areas include preserved flow ways, dry detention systems,
landscape buffers, community greens, and recreation systems. The expanded open space
network creates meaningful opportunities for residents, including passive recreation gathering
spaces and enhanced pedestrian connectivity throughout the site. The community is further
supported by a network of sidewalks and connections, including access to the linear pathway
along Kings Highway. Overall, the design reflects a clear emphasis on livability, connectivity,
and open space while delivering attainable housing in an appropriate and well-planned
location. The applicant appreciates the continued coordination on the remaining conditions,
and they are actively working through those items. The applicant has no concerns with the
conditions related to the airport overlay, lease restrictions, or final agency confirmations prior
to site development permitting. Ms. Heinzelman advised that the final site plan is consistent
with the approved PUD, reduces density from what was previously entitled, and significantly
increases usable green space for future residents. The applicant respectfully supports approval
subject to the remaining conditions.
Discussion
Commissioner Clasby mentioned that final site plans are not typically taken anymore and
provided context for those who might not have watched previous meetings.
Commissioner Clasby asked staff about the original entitled density that could have been built.
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In response, Ms. Szedlmeyer explained that the maximum density that could be considered
was 9 dwelling units per acre, which was the future land use designation before the TVC was
adopted.
Commissioner Clasby asked about the minimum parking standards in neighborhoods such as
the proposed. In response, Ms. Szedlmeyer advised two spaces per dwelling unit.
Commissioner Clasby expressed the importance of higher standards for neighborhood parking
for future developments. He appreciates the developer's efforts to accommodate both
building spacing and parking standards, which were initially requested.
The Board had no further questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
SECONDER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Resolution No. 26-017 - Local Option Gas Tax - Notice of Intent to Levy - STAFF HAS REQUESTED
A CONTINUANCE TO THE APRIL 21, 2026 BOCC MEETING
Katherine Barbieri, the County Attorney, presented this item to the Board. The proposed
continuation request of Resolution No. 26-017 for the levy of the local option gas tax notice of
Intent to levy is due to necessary changes in the language and placing the Business Impact
Statement on the Board's website to ensure compliance with state law.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the approval of Resolution No. 26-017 to the April
21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the April 21,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
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SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
2. Ordinance No. 26-006 - Reauthorizing the Levy for the Local Option Fuel Tax - STAFF HAS
REQUESTED A CONTINUANCE TO THE APRIL 21, 2026 BOCC MEETING
Katherine Barbieri, the County Attorney, presented this item to the Board. The proposed
continuation request of Ordinance No. 26-006, Reauthorizing the Levy for the Local Option Fuel
Tax, is due to necessary changes in the language and placing the Business Impact Statement on
the Board's website to ensure compliance with state law.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the approval of Ordinance No. 26-006 to the April
21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the April 21,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Land Development Code Text Amendment to Section 7.04.00 - Area, Yard, Height, and Open
Space - Increasing Lot Coverage in the Residential Single-Family-2 (RS-2) District - SECOND
READING/ADOPTION HEARING
Kori Benton, Planning Manager of Planning and Development Services, presented this item to
the Board. The proposed second reading for the Land Development Code (LDC) Text
Amendment addressed the building coverage allowances related to the Residential Single-
Family-2 (RS-2) zoning district with certain select standards and criteria. The hearing was
adequately noticed in the local newspapers, the St. Lucie Tribune, to facilitate the second
reading. The petitioner, Robert Dudley, of Noble Oaks Estates LLC, is seeking to update Table 7-
10 within Chapter 7 of the Land Development Code to provide additional building coverage for
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single-family homes proposed in the RS-2 Zoning District. When certain criteria are met
including central utilities, including water, wastewater, electricity, a master designed
stormwater system including central utilities, water, wastewater, electricity, a master designed
stormwater system, and access via a paved private street that is maintained privately. To allow
for additional home size, offsetting some of the demands that would otherwise need to be
accommodated on site when there is no master storm water system or central utility, where
yard space is allocated to a septic system. The Planning Zoning Commission evaluated the
proposal and unanimously recommended approval. The Board also evaluated the proposal at
the first reading and is now considering the second reading. Staff provided an overview of a
map displaying the areas within the County's unincorporated area that are within the RS-2
zoning district, with only a subset currently eligible for the master stormwater system, central
utilities, and private streets for access. This is not to say that in the future, new RS-2 zoning
districts or retrofitting these areas couldn't provide eligibility. This is a niche text amendment
to provide for developmental opportunities in the RS-2 zoning district, with the minimum lot
size criteria for this district being 15,000 square feet, with a maximum density of two dwelling
units per acre. This does not alter the density; it alters the building coverage, devoted to the
single-family homes, not to exceed 30%. This is similar to other districts.
Staff recommended that the Board approve Ordinance 2026-8 as approved by the County
Attorney.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
Discussion
Commissioner Clasby clarified for the public that the proposed change is for the RS-2 zoning
district maximum lot coverage to 30%, with a note (o) stating with private street(s), central
utilities, including water, wastewater, electricity, and a master stormwater system, which is the
only change. The amendment includes a 10% addition if the individual does not have a septic
tank.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no further questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPT
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
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2. Fort Pierce Commerce Center - Proposed Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment
from COM (Commercial) and RU (Residential Urban) to MXD (Mixed Use District) - SECOND
READING/ADOPTION HEARING - THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUANCE TO THE
MAY 19, 2026 BOCC MEETING
Item presented in conjunction with 10. B. 3.
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented this item to the
Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Fort Pierce Commerce
Center, for the Future Land Use Map Amendment from Commercial (COM) and Residential
Urban (RU) to Mixed Use District (MXD). The property site is located on the east side of Kings
Highway between Orange Avenue and Graham Road. The applicant is requesting a continuance
of the second reading/adoption to a date certain on May 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM or soon
thereafter. The item was adequately noticed in the local newspaper, mailed notices to property
owners within 500 feet, and signs were posted on the premises.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the proposed Future Land Use Map Amendment
to the May 19, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the May 19,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
3. Fort Pierce Commerce Center-PNRD Rezoning & Preliminary Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL
- THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUANCE TO THE MAY 19, 2026, BOCC MEETING
Item presented in conjunction with 10. B .2.
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the present commissioners made the following
disclosures regarding this item:
Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with staff and applicant.
Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with County staff, the applicant, and members of the
public.
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Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with the staff and applicant.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff and residents on Copenhaver Road.
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented this item to the
Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Fort Pierce Commerce
Center, for the PNRD Rezoning & Preliminary Plan. The property site is located on the east side
of Kings Highway between Orange Avenue and Graham Road. The applicant is requesting a
continuance to a date certain on May 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter. The item was
adequately noticed in the local newspaper, mailed notices to property owners within 500 feet,
and signs were posted on the premises.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the PNRD Rezoning & Preliminary Plan to the May
19, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the May 19,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
4. Sunnyland Farms Petition to Rezone with Preliminary Development Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-
JUDICIAL - ADD ON - THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUANCE TO THE APRIL 21, 2026
BOCC MEETING
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the present commissioners made the following
disclosures regarding this item:
Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with the applicant and staff regarding the preliminary site plan.
Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with the applicant, the property representative, and staff.
Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with the applicant and staff regarding the preliminary site
plan.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with Brian Nolan and staff.
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented this item to the
Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Sunnyland Farms,
Petition to Rezone with Preliminary Development Plan. The petition was adequately noticed.
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The applicant is requesting a continuance to a date certain on April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM or
soon thereafter.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the proposed rezoning and preliminary PUD site
plan to the April 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or soon
thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the April 21,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
5. Sunnyland 44 - Proposed Future Land Use Map Amendment from RS (Residential Suburban) to
MXD (Mixed-Use Development) - ADD ON - THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUANCE
TO THE APRIL 21, 2026 BOCC MEETING
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented this item to the
Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Sunnyland 44, for a
future land use map amendment from Residential Suburban (RS) to Mixed-Use Development
(MXD). The petition was adequately noticed. The applicant is requesting a continuance to a
date certain on April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the proposed adoption of the Future Land Use
Map Amendment to the April 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or
soon thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the April 21,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
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MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
6. Sunnyland 44 - Proposed Amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas and Preliminary Development
Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - ADD ON - THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A
CONTINUANCE TO THE APRIL 21, 2026, BOCC MEETING
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the present commissioners made the following
disclosures regarding this item:
Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with the applicant and staff regarding the preliminary site plan.
Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with the applicant, the property representative, and staff.
Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with the applicant and staff regarding the preliminary site
plan.
Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with Brian Nolan and staff.
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented this item to the
Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Sunnyland 44, for the
Amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas and Preliminary Development Plan. The petition was
adequately noticed. The applicant is requesting a continuance to a date certain on April 21,
2026, at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the proposed rezoning and preliminary
development plan to the April 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or
soon thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the April 21,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
NAYS: None
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
7. Indrio Groves - Rezoning to PUD and TVC Hamlet Preliminary Development Plan - THIS ITEM IS
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QUASI-JUDICIAL - CONTINUED FROM THE MARCH 17, 2026 BOCC MEETING - THE APPLICANT
HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUANCE TO THE APRIL 21, 2026 BOCC MEETING
Commissioner Townsend abstained from this item.
Item presented in conjunction with 10. B.8.
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the present commissioners made the following
disclosures regarding this item:
Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with the staff, the applicant, Leslie Olson, and the team, and
discussed the site plan.
Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with Troy Holloway, Greg Pettibon, David Canfield, Leslie
Olson, Bob Raynes, Cynthia Angelos, the rest of the project team, County staff, and members of
the public. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with Leslie Olson, District Planning, George, Dave,
Greg from Lennar, staff, Ben, and Kori, and spoke about the site plan and infrastructure
update.
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented this item to the
Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Indrio Groves, for the
Rezoning to PUD and TVC Hamlet Preliminary Development Plan. This item was continued from
the March 17, 2026, Board meeting. The petition was adequately noticed. The applicant is
requesting a continuance to a date certain on April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the proposed Rezoning to PUD and TVC Hamlet
Preliminary Development Plan to the April 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting
at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the April 21,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
RECUSED: Cathy Townsend
8. Indrio Groves PUD Development Agreement - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - SECOND READING
- ATTACHMENT AMENDED - THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUANCE TO THE APRIL
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Commissioner Townsend abstained from this item.
Item presented in conjunction with 10. B.7.
This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the present commissioners made the following
disclosures regarding this item:
Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with the staff, the applicant, Leslie Olson, and the team, and
discussed the site plan.
Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with Troy Holloway, Greg Pettibon, David Canfield, Leslie
Olson, Bob Raynes, Cynthia Angelos, the rest of the project team, County staff, and members of
the public. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with Leslie Olson (District Planning), George, Dave,
Greg from Lennar, staff, Ben, and Kori about the site plan and infrastructure update.
Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager, presented this item to the
Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Indrio Groves, for the
PUD Development Agreement. This item was continued from the March 17, 2026, Board
meeting. The petition was adequately noticed. The applicant is requesting a continuance of the
proposed second reading to a date certain on April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter.
Staff recommended that the Board continue the proposed second reading of the Development
Agreement to the April 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners Meeting at 6:00 pm or soon
thereafter.
Vice-Chair Leet opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to
address the Board, Vice-Chair Leet closed the public hearing.
The Board had no questions or comments on this matter.
A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation to continue the item to the April 21,
2026, Regular Meeting Agenda, at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: CONTINUE
MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby
SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry
AYES: Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry
EXCUSED: Jamie Fowler
RECUSED: Cathy Townsend
12. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
The Board had no questions, comments, or updates on this item.
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13. UPCOMING MEETINGS
A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 9am
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, April 21, 2026, at 6pm in
the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia
Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.
14. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with St. Lucie County’s Planning &
Development Services staff to host a free Before you Sign the Lease Workshop on Monday, April 13,
from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free workshop is essential for business owners looking to create a new
business or buy, build, or lease to expand their current organization. To register, visit -
https://stluciechamber.org/event/before-you-sign-the-lease/.
B. Don’t miss the largest Earth Day celebration on the Treasure Coast as St. Lucie County’s
Environmental Resources Department hosts its Annual Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 18, from
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Oxbow Eco-Center, located at 5400 NE St. James Drive in Port St. Lucie. This
free, family-friendly event features food, music, environmental education displays and activities, and
more. For a detailed schedule of events, visit www.oxboweco.com.
15. 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 books filed with the Clerk of the Circuit
Court and Comptroller, which are available for inspection upon request.
FORM 8B MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR
COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS
LAST NAME—FIRST NAME—MIDDLE NAME NAME OF BOARD,COUNCIL,COMMISSION,AUTHORITY,OR COMMITTEE
Townsend, Cathy St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners
MAILING ADDRESS THE BOARD,COUNCIL,COMMISSION,AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE ON
2300 Virginia Avenue WHICH I SERVE IS A UNIT OF:
CITY COUNTY CITY XOUNTY OTHER LOCALAGENCY
Fort Pierce Saint Lucie Luclel l ounTDIVISION:Y Commissioner District 5DATEONWHICHVOTEOCCURRED
April 7, 2026 MY POSITION IS:
ELECTIVE APPOINTIVE
WHO MUST FILE FORM 813
This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board, council,
commission, authority,or committee. It applies to members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of
interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes.
Your responsibilities under the law when faced with voting on a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending
on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form before
completing and filing the form.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3143, FLORIDA STATUTES
A person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which
would inure to his or her special private gain or loss. Each elected or appointed local officer also MUST ABSTAIN from knowingly voting on
a measure which would inure to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retained
including the parent,subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained);to the special private gain or loss of a
relative;or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate.Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies(CRAs)under
Sec. 163.356 or 163.357, F.S., and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one-acre, one-vote basis are not prohibited
from voting in that capacity.
For purposes of this law, a "relative" includes only the officer's father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, brother, sister, father-in-law,
mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law.A"business associate" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business
enterprise with the officer as a partner,joint venturer, coowner of property, or corporate shareholder(where the shares of the corporation
are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange).
ELECTED OFFICERS:
In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above,you must disclose the conflict:
PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are
abstaining from voting; and
WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording the
minutes of the meeting,who should incorporate the form in the minutes.
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
Although you must abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are not prohibited by Section 112.3143 from otherwise
participating in these matters. However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision,
whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction.
IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE
TAKEN:
You must complete and file this form(before making any attempt to influence the decision)with the person responsible for recording the
minutes of the meeting,who will incorporate the form in the minutes. (Continued on page 2)
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APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued)
A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency.
The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed.
IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING:
You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating.
You must complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the
meeting,who must incorporate the form in the minutes.A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the
agency,and the form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed.
DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST
Cathy Townsend hereby disclose that on April 7 2026
a)A measure came or will come before my agency which(check one or more)
inured to my special private gain or loss;
inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate,
inured to the special gain or loss of my relative,
inured to the special gain or loss of by
whom I am retained;or
inured to the special gain or loss of which
is the parent subsidiary,or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me.
b)The measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as follows:
I have a close personal relationship with Cynthia Angelos, the Developer's attorney, and am abstaining
from voting on items 10.B.7. and 10.B.8. to assure a fair proceeding free from potential bias or prejudice.
Board of County Commissioners
April 7, 2026 BOCC Meeting
Item 10.13.7. - Indrio Groves - Rezoning to PUD and TVC Hamlet Preliminary Development Plan
Item 10.B.8. - Indrio Groves PUD Development Agreement
If disclosure of specific information would violate confidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public officer,
who is also an attorney, may comply with the disclosure requirements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way
as to provide the public with notice of the conflict.
Date Filed ignature
NOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES §112.317, A FAILURE T AKE ANY REQUIRED DISCLOSURE
CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: IMPEACHMENT,
REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A
CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED$10,000.
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