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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOCC Regular Meeting Minutes 06.02.26 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting June 2, 2026 Convened: 5:00 PM Adjourned: 7:35 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM by Chair Jamie Fowler, District No. 4. Present Commissioner Jamie Fowler, District 4; Commissioner Larry Leet, District 2; Commissioner James Clasby, District 1; Commissioner Erin Lowry, District 3; Commissioner Cathy Townsend, District 5 Also Present Katherine Barbieri, County Attorney George Landry, County Administrator Mayte Santamaria, Deputy County Administrator Thomas Carrino, Deputy County Administrator Erick Gill, Communications Division Director Michelle R. Miller, Clerk and Comptroller Eric Collins, St. Lucie County Clerk & Comptroller, Finance Director Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager Don Arellano, Planning & Development Services Planner II Thad Crowe, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner Sydney Halleran, Agenda Coordinator Vera Smith, Deputy Clerk Recording Secretary 2. CITIZEN'S ACADEMY GRADUATION George Landry, the County Administrator, and the Board of County Commissioners presented the 2026 graduation ceremony for the St. Lucie County Citizens Academy. The program, supported by the Board, aimed to foster transparency, public engagement, and community education. Graduates learned about various County services and the complexities of local government operations, including public safety, infrastructure, and environmental stewardship, with a greater understanding of the work involved. The ceremony concluded with the presentation of certificates to the graduates, who were encouraged to continue supporting the community and building a stronger future for St. Lucie County. • Jennifer Avellaneda-Vega • Kris Bellerose • Laura Beltran • Cynee Carpin • Karri Casper BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 2 | Page • Theresa Collura • Lisa Crawford • Marisela Fernández • David Hewitt • Jane Land • John Lang • Dianne Leverage • Philip Leveridge • Regina McCants • Dayanara Morrison • Tammy Todesco • Robert Wentworth • Susie Wentworth • Fady Boulos 3. RECESS 5:08 PM - Recess taken 6:00 PM - Reconvened 4. INVOCATION The County Administrator led the invocation. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 6. RECESS FOR SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETINGS Erosion District Meeting Mosquito Control District Meeting 7. 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 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 8. PRESENTATIONS BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 3 | Page A. Carol Wyatt Memorial Christmas Kids Swim Lesson Donation Annie Crumbo, the Tournament Chair, and Brian Ketchum, the Aquatics and Safety Coordinator, presented a check for $7,200 to the Parks and Recreation Department to support water safety classes at St. Lucie County's public pools. They also announced the renaming of the Carol Wyatt Memorial Golf Tournament to the Carol Wyatt Memorial Christmas Kids, and its 28 years of history, and the increasing need for support for the cause. Ms. Crumbo shared details about an upcoming golf tournament set for September 26 at Gator Trace, inviting golfers, sponsors, and those who can contribute door prizes to participate. She outlined the fundraising efforts, which include back-to- school shopping for underprivileged children, swim lessons and water safety classes, and a toy drive. B. Financials Review and Document Presentation - ADD ON Michelle R. Miller, Clerk and Comptroller, presented the Annual Financial Report to the Board. This comprehensive, award-winning report is available on the Clerk and Comptroller's website: https://stlucieclerk.gov/. It provides a detailed overview of the County's financial status. Clerk Miller also presented the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), which summarizes the County's financial situation, including the sources and uses of funds. She introduced the inaugural debt report, created with the assistance of the Clerk and Comptroller's graphic designer, Michael Green, Finance Director Eric Collins, and Head Accountant Michael Mock. This report explains the County's debt in simple terms, covering the reasons for incurring debt, the total amount of debt, its purposes, and repayment methods. This makes the information accessible for constituents. These reports reflect the County's ongoing commitment to transparent financial reporting, a standard that has been upheld for years. Clerk Miller thanked the Board for their time and expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to present these reports. 9. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items) Chair Fowler opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the Board: • Crystal Story addressed the Board regarding the Florida Legislature's vote to approve the ballot in November concerning the property tax cut. She expressed concerns about potential funding sources that could lead to reduced services or new fees to replace the lost revenue. With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed public comment. 10. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL A. Resolution No. 26-092 - Proclaiming June 2, 2026, as St. Anastasia Catholic School Centennial Celebration Day in St. Lucie County, Florida The deputy clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 4 | Page resolution, and it passed unanimously. Chair Fowler presented the proclamation to St. Anastasia Principal Dr. Kevin Hoeffner and the group, who thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None B. Resolution No. 26-105 - Proclaiming June 6, 2026, as Revive Awareness Day 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 Florida Department of Health Public Health Managers Michelle Peaslee and Jovil Wharton, who thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 11. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made to approve all minute sets, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Informal Meeting on May 12, 2026. B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Public Meeting of the St. Lucie County Democratic Party on May 13, 2026. C. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting on May 19, 2026. BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 5 | Page 12. 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 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None A. WARRANTS 1. Warrant Lists 33 & 34 Adopted by Consent Vote B. ADMINISTRATION 1. Resolution 2026-103 - Authorizing a Joint Meeting with the City of Fort Pierce and Acceptance of the Agenda Staff recommended that the Board adopt Resolution No. 2026-103 and approve the proposed agenda. Adopted by Consent Vote C. AIRPORT 1. Ft Pierce FBO LLC dba APP sublease to JM Aviation & Storage, LLC Staff recommended Board acceptance of the sublease and authorization of the chair to sign documents, as reviewed and approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote D. FACILITIES 1. Jail Delta East/West Full Roof Replacement - $959,413.00 Staff recommended Board approval of Proposal #23-FL-260011 using OMNIA Partners (JOC) Contract #R230401 with Garland/DBS Inc. in the amount of $959,413.00 and authorize the Chair to sign the documents as prepared and approved by the County Attorney. This item meets Strategic Objective QI 3.1.1. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Award Bid No. 26-007 Rock Road Jail Metal Building Project at the County Jail - $124,097.38 Staff recommended Board approval to award sealed bid number 26-007 to Treasure Coast BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 6 | Page General Contractors in the amount of $124,097.38 and authorize the Chair to sign the documents as prepared and approved by the County Attorney. This item meets Strategic Objective QI 3.1.1. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Proposed Interlocal Agreement between SLC and SLCSO for Sheriff's Office Renovation Project - ADD ON Staff recommended that the Board approve the Interlocal Agreement between SLC and SLCSO for the Sheriff's Office Renovation Project and authorize the Chair to sign the Interlocal Agreement as reviewed and approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote E. GOVERNMENT RELATIONS 1. American Rescue Plan - Utility Funding Reallocation from South Header Canal Project to North Hutchinson Island Septic to Sewer Project - THIS ITEM IS RELATED TO THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN - ADD ON Staff recommended Board approval to reallocate the American Rescue Plan Act funding in the amount of no more than $408,000.00 to the North Hutchinson Island Septic to Sewer Project as listed in the Financial Impact section, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. This item aligns with Strategic Plan Objective FCT 1.6.1. Adopted by Consent Vote F. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 1. Fiscal Year 26 Budget Resolution Recognizing Unanticipated Revenue Staff recommended Board approval of this agenda item to recognize the funds to amend the budget by $2,864,536.00 in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy PT 1.3.1 and PT 1.3.2. Adopted by Consent Vote G. PARKS & RECREATION 1. Carol Wyatt Memorial Christmas Kids Swim Lesson Donation Acceptance of $7,200.00 - ITEM AMENDED Staff recommended Board acceptance of the Carol Wyatt Memorial Christmas Kids donation in the amount of $7,200.00 to be utilized to provide American Red Cross Water Safety Lessons at the St. Lucie County Aquatic Facilities, as outlined in the agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy TC 5.2.1. Adopted by Consent Vote BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 7 | Page 2. Pink Rose Foundation Inc. 18th Annual Back-to-School Expo - Request to Waive Facility Use Fees for the Havert L. Fenn Center in the Amount of $2,647.50 Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility fee of $2,647.50 as outlined in this agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy PT 1.1.3. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Acceptance of the State of Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Rip Current Simulator Training Initiative Grant - $13,900.00 Staff recommended Board approval to accept the DCF Grant and provide swim equipment and training for rip currents to the Parks and Recreation Aquatic staff and citizens of St. Lucie County; and approval for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy PT 1.5.2, and HS 6.1.1. Adopted by Consent Vote H. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Silver Oaks PUD (Kolter) Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement (RIFCA) for Payment-in-Lieu of Construction for Silver Oaks Drive - ITEM PULLED PRIOR TO MEETING 2. Mattamy Homes Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement (RIFCA) in Conjunction with Road Improvements within the Tradition, Southern Grove, and Western Grove Communities - ADD ON Staff recommended that the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement for Mattamy Palm Beach LLC and authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney's Office. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Building Division's Electronic Records Retention Project Staff recommended that the Board approve the use of Building Enterprise Funds to complete the Building Division's Electronic Records Retention project. Adopted by Consent Vote I. PORT, INLET & BEACHES 1. Avenue M New Entrance Road and Stormwater Pipeline Relocation at Harbour Pointe – CEI Services Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, INC. (JMT) WA#8 under Contract C21-07-701 - ATTACHMENT ADDED Staff recommended Board approval of the attached proposal and work authorization no. 08 with BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 8 | Page Johnson, Mirmiran and Thompson, Inc. ($362,105.00, under Contract C21-07-701) for CEI and geotechnical services associated with the proposed Avenue M Improvement Project and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. This request falls in line with strategic initiative Quality Infrastructure 3.1. Adopted by Consent Vote J. PROPERTY ACQUISITIONS 1. Utility and Drainage Easement - Ramar Land Corporation / R+L Carriers - Parcel ID 3301-502- 0003-000-5 Staff recommended that the Board authorize the Chair to sign the easement and direct staff to record the easement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement 2026-007 - Kings Highway Owner LLC - Parcel ID 2301-700- 0002-000-3 Staff recommended that the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement with Kings Highway Owner LLC, in a manner or form acceptable to the County Attorney, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement, and record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement 2026-008 - SL Fort Pierce Investor LLC - Parcel ID 2301-700- 0002-000-3 Staff recommended that the Board approve the Road Impact Fee Credit Agreement with SL Fort Pierce Investor LLC, in a manner or form acceptable to the County Attorney, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement, and record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 4. Possible Purchase of Turnpike Feeder Road Property Scheduled for Tax Deed Auction on June 22, 2026 Staff recommended that the Board direct the Property Acquisition Manager to attend the June 22, 2026, Clerk Public Auction, bid on behalf of the County, up to the maximum amount established by County staff, and authorize the County Finance Director to wire the final payment on June 23, 2026, by 2:00 p.m., should the auction be successful. Adopted by Consent Vote 5. Florida Department of Transportation Jurisdictional Transfer - Parcel 900.1 - License - BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 9 | Page Item/Segment Number FPID: 4417141 - Parcel ID 2422-413-0000-020-6 Staff recommended that the Board authorize the Chair to sign the License and direct staff to send the executed License to FDOT for recordation in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 6. MLB Stadium - Utility Easement in favor of Florida Power & Light Company - Parcel ID 3323-500- 0011-000-6 Staff recommended that the Board authorize the Chair to sign the Florida Power & Light Easement and direct staff to record the Easement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote K. PUBLIC SAFETY 1. Permission to Advertise - Ordinance - Emergency Management - Chapter 18 Staff recommended that the Board grant permission to advertise an ordinance for a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM, or as soon as thereafter, as the time may be heard. Adopted by Consent Vote L. PUBLIC UTILITIES 1. Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for Recycling Services between St. Lucie County and Indian River County Staff recommended Board approval of the ILA between St. Lucie County and Indian River County, subject to legal form and correctness; and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Change Order #2 to Contract C24-09-783 with CK Contractors and Development, LLC for Construction of the North Hutchinson Island Septic to Sewer project - THIS ITEM IS RELATED TO THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN Staff recommended Board approval for Change Order #2 to Contract C24-09-783 CK Contractors and Development, LLC in the amount of $407,582.83, contingent upon approval of documents by the County Attorney, and authorization of the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. This item aligns with Strategic Plan Objective QI 3.3.2. Adopted by Consent Vote BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 10 | Page M. PUBLIC WORKS 1. River Park Baffle Boxes - Final Acceptance - THIS ITEM IS RELATED TO THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN Staff recommended that the Board approve final acceptance of the River Park Baffle Boxes Project in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy QI 3.1.1. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Glades Cut Off Road Resurfacing - Special Permit Request to Perform Night Work Outside the Hours set by the Noise Control Ordinance - THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX Staff recommended Board approval for a special permit to Timothy Rose Contracting, in accordance with Section 28-112 of the St. Lucie County Code of Ordinances and Strategic Policy Plan QI 3.1.1. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Acceptance of Contribution from The Blake Charron Foundation to the St. Lucie County Artificial Reef Program Staff recommended Board acceptance of the $9,181.25 contribution from the Blake Charron Foundation to the St. Lucie County Public Works Department - Artificial Reef Program in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy QI 3.1.2. Adopted by Consent Vote 4. Resolution No. 2026-99 - Amendment to Resolution 2023-116 - SR-713 / Kings Highway from North of Interstate 95 to North of Commercial Circle (Item/Segment Number FPID 438379-4-52- 01 & 438379-5-52-01) Staff recommended that the Board adopt Resolution No. 2026-99 and authorize the Chair to sign the resolution and memorandum of agreement, as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Policy QI 3.1.1. Adopted by Consent Vote 5. Sunland Gardens Stormwater Improvement Project - Phase 1 Design Staff recommended Board approval of the proposal with Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Consulting Engineers (JMT) to complete the design and permitting in the amount of $249,933.00 and authorize the Chair to sign documents approved by the County Attorney, in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy QI 3.1.1. Adopted by Consent Vote BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 11 | Page 6. Resolution No. 2026-100 Approving and Authorizing the Proper County Staff to Execute the Florida Department of Transportation District Four Termination of Landscape Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement for the Maintenance of Median Landscape Improvements on State Road 5 from North of the North Causeway/A1A (M.P. 15.11) to North of the Intersection with Kings Highway/State Road 713 (M.P. 20.906) Staff recommended Board acceptance of Resolution 2026-100 and the Florida Department of Transportation District Four Termination of Landscape Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement, and authorize the Chair to sign documents approved by the County Attorney, in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy QI 3.1.2. Adopted by Consent Vote N. TOURISM & VENUES 1. St. Lucie County Farm Bureau - Fairgrounds Fee Waiver in the Amount of $802.50 Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility use fees for St. Lucie County Farm Bureau to use Adams Arena in the amount of $802.50, as outlined in this agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy TC 5.2.1. Adopted by Consent Vote 13. REGULAR AGENDA A. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Serenoa (Ryan Homes/NVR) PUD - Final Site Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - ADD ON This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the Commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Chair Jamie Fowler - Spoke with Leah Heinzelmann, Bob Raynes, Jeff Clemons, Vincent Musso, Michael Debock, and Planning staff. Vice-Chair Larry Leet - Spoke with Leah Heinzelmann, Vincent Musso, Bob Raynes, and staff. Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with the staff, the applicant, and members of the public. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with the staff, the applicant, and residents. Commissioner Cathy Townsend - Spoke with Bob Raynes, Leah Heinzelmann, Vincent Musso, residents, and staff. Thad Crowe, Senior Planner, and Kori Benton, Planning & Zoning Manager of Planning & Development Services, presented this item to the Board. The proposed final major site plan is being used to determine compliance with the previously approved preliminary development site plan. For the purpose of developing a residential community containing 319 single-family homes and various recreational amenities to be known as the Serenoa Planned Unit Development (PUD). The project involves the former NVR Ryan Homes, which has evolved significantly, particularly by changing the single-family units and eliminating the townhome component. The future land use map is Residential Urban (RU), a category that allows up to 5 dwelling units per acre, and the BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 12 | Page zoning is PUD. Staff provided a contextual map overview of the development area and surrounding developments. The project includes two parcels bisected by Future Arterial A, totaling 113 acres, with 319 units divided into two pods: 218 single-family detached homes in the East Pod with stormwater ponds, and a 17.2-acre natural area preserve, and 101 single-family detached homes in the West Pod, with stormwater ponds, and each on 50 ft. wide lots with amenity parcels. The parcels are located on the south side of Angle Road between the Turnpike and Old FFA Road. Potable water and wastewater service for the development will be provided by Fort Pierce Utility Authority (FPUA). The applicant has agreed to use a linear park as a temporary open space, exceeding the minimum open space requirement of 40 acres by providing 51 acres. The open space includes retention ponds, a preserve area in the southeast corner, and is encouraged to be activated with trails, benches, and walking areas. Buffers around the site exceed the minimum requirements, with significant buffers along the Turnpike and Arterial A, and a 30-foot buffer fronting homes on Old FFA Road with a berm that will obscure the screen development. There will be a 40 ft. buffer and a 60 ft. buffer along the Turnpike, and Arterial A, which has 40 ft. buffers, will be heavily planted with a closed forest effect. The 17-acre upland preservation area includes mature pines, oaks, and cabbage palms, accessible to the public for walking and enjoying nature. The trail system will include a perimeter trail around the preserve with cross-connections. The setbacks for the 50 ft. by 110 ft. lots will range from 22 to 27 ft., although the front porches cannot extend into the front setback, as incentives are provided for the front porched which encourage walkability and neighbor interaction. The lots will have the standard 10 ft rear setbacks and 5 ft. side setbacks. Street sections will feature tree-lined sidewalks and travel lanes, aiming to slow traffic and improve the appearance of the development. The development will avoid the "cookie- cutter" problem by requiring homes across from each other to be different models, with play areas and recreational spaces. cottage-style houses are encouraged with front porches, and a mix of one- and around 20% to be two-homes to increase visual interest. The driveway width will be limited to 18 ft. Street tree spacing of 25 ft. to provide for shade, traffic calming, and improved walkability. Black aluminum picket fences are allowed as an alternative to white vinyl fences. Also, stormwater ponds 3 and 6 are to be activated as open space with the use of shoreline trails, benches, and gazebos. The traffic study, which initially considered 619 units, has been updated to reflect the current 319 units, significantly reducing traffic impacts. The third-party reviewer has certified the traffic study. The Traffic Impact Report (TIR) projects 2934 daily trips, including 214 AM peak hour and 296 PM peak hour trips, with 97% of project traffic utilizing Angle Road to the east. The project in itself will not result in significant adverse consequences for the road network. The traffic study has been carried over from the PUD, and the impacts have been reduced; all the intersections in the study area are expected to operate at an acceptable Level of Service (LOS) in the build-out of 2026. The project is seen as critical for improving connectivity in the area, particularly due to the lack of connectivity between the Turnpike and I-95. The conditions of approval for the project include roadway connectivity and sidewalks for pedestrian safety and a driving environment. Staff advised that the Final Site Plan furthers the core design and community framework of the approved Preliminary Site Plan, and is in Substantial Conformity as it does not conflict with any of the provisions of Land Development Code (LDC) Section 11.02.05 B, and is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommended that the Board approve the proposed Serenoa PUD Final Major Site Plan, subject to the conditions included in Resolution 2026-106 as follows: BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 13 | Page Environmental Resources Department: 1) Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to, clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00. a. A Vegetation Removal Permit or Exemption shall be issued by the Environmental Resources Department per LDC 6.00.03; b. The developer shall provide an executed Conservation Easement over the onsite preserve area, along with the approved Preserve Area Monitoring and Management Plan (PAMMP), with an attached affidavit and cashier's check (payable to the Clerk of the Court for recording fees) to the County Attorney. The applicant shall also provide a georeferenced GIS shapefile or CAD file of the conservation easement boundaries to St. Lucie County; and c. Listed species surveys shall be updated as necessary per individual species-specific requirements or written correspondence stating that any potential impacts have been resolved from the appropriate state and federal agency. If any listed species impacts are found to be present as a result of these updated surveys, appropriate mitigative measures per state and federal agency requirements shall be provided prior to initiation of any clearing activities.; and d. An Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) from the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) shall be provided to verify the limits of the wetlands. Should the limits of the wetland substantially deviate from the environmental consultant's delineation, a new Wetland Waiver application shall be submitted in accordance with Comprehensive Plan Policy 6.1.14.4. 2) Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all Category I-listed invasive plants shall be eradicated from the site. Planning & Development Services: 3) Prior to the 60th certificate of occupancy of Phase 2 (western pod), a multi-use path between the eastern and western pods across Arterial A shall be constructed. Prior to the final certifications for Phase 1 close-out, 60% of the linear park improvements shall be completed. 4) The Amenity Plan for common areas shall be submitted to, reviewed by, and require approval by the Planning & Development Services Director prior to the site development permit stage. At least one Amenity Parcel and associated features, planned to serve the entire development, shall be completed, or adequate security posted prior to the issuance of building permits of more than forty percent (40%) of the approved units (128). 5) Lot and spatial differentiation standards shall include the requirement that at least one of every five lots shall have a front façade plane variation of at least five feet, along with the proposed standard that every other lot has a minimum two-foot front setback or façade plane variation (variation between adjacent homes). 6) Prior to issuance of building permits for residential units, the Applicant shall integrate additional design standards to further the intent of reducing visual monotony between lots, such as alternative home planting plans, etc., to be included with the Pattern Book. 7) Proposed pet waste stations may be relocated (except for at the Preserve entrances and amenity BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 14 | Page centers) to provide for more strategic locations that serve more homes, to be located in common areas, including drainage easements. At least two additional pet waste stations shall be provided to the Plan (currently 14) prior to the final residential Certificate of Occupancy. 8) In accordance with the Site Plan, the developer(s), successors in interest, or assigns shall: a. Be required to improve Angle Road from the project's access point to the nearest road, in accordance with the limits on the plans; b. Improve Old FFA Rd., from Angle Road to the southern property line, concurrent with development of this community, or provide payment-in-lieu (proportionate share contribution for the project's frontage); c. Provide for a secondary connection to Old FFA Rd., sited to ensure compliance with the County's minimum access design and separation standards, within 365 days of such time that Old FFA Rd. is paved and connects to the County's Road system to the south; and d. Install and maintain the Turnpike and Arterial A buffers, which are to utilize the planting arrangement detailed in the Typical Buffer Enhancement Exhibit and shall cover the entire width and depth of buffers. These buffers shall be planted at the time the adjacent development infrastructure is installed and shall achieve the closed forest effect and 90% opacity within 2 years, with general utilization of this enhanced planting set along the north-west property line of the west pod to help to buffer the existing Angle Rd. single-family residence to the west. Property Acquisitions: 9) The dedication shall be accompanied by a maintenance and access agreement for Arterial A between the County and the Developer. 10) Prior to issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant, property owner, developer, successors, or assigns, shall convey to St. Lucie County, in a manner or form acceptable to the County Attorney, 35’ of right-of-way along Angle Road and 160’ feet of right-of-way for Arterial A. Based on the Applicant’s commitment, the Developer/Applicant shall forego impact fee credits for the Arterial A land donation. Public Works: 11) A minimum six-foot wide sidewalk shall be provided along each phase frontage of Angle Road, and Phase 2 frontage on Old FFA. The Board of County Commissioners may authorize the applicant to pay a Fee-in-Lieu of the construction of the sidewalk. Should an access point to Old FFA be achieved by the project during Phase 2 development, a sidewalk shall be installed (not paid-in-lieu) from this access point to Old FFA north to Angle Road along this portion of frontage. Prior to issuance of the Site Development Permit, the final cross- section(s), including the canal and adjacent property as applicable to this extension, shall be depicted. 12) A Road Improvement Agreement and appropriate bond will be required for all permanent BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 15 | Page improvements within the Right-of-Way. Applicant Presentation Leah Heinzelmann of Cotleur & Hearing addressed the Board on behalf of the applicant. Ms. Heinzelmann thanked the staff for their coordination throughout the process and provided a brief overview of the project. She reiterated portions of the staff's presentation and advised that the PUD is approximately 114 acres, allowing for up to five dwelling units per acre, with the proposed project providing 2.8 dwelling units per acre with 319 lots. The proposed site is located between Angle Road, Old FFA Road, and adjacent to the turnpike, with a site plan situated north of a proposed K-8 school site and west of the existing Golden Ponds community and other adjacent residences. A large component of the PUD design of this site is the future right-of-way for Arterial A, which goes from the City of Port St. Lucie up to Angle Road. This was adopted during the initial design of the community about two years ago, as the site plan was finalized. A portion of the site encompasses the future right-of-way, which is shown as a passive park for both residents and the public. Some of the key features in the community include two primary ungated entry areas off Angle Road, with one leading into each side of the Arterial A overpass dedication. There are three EMS and pedestrian access points, with two off Angle Road and one in the east portion adjacent to Old FFA Road. There will be a full access connection once Old FFA Road is built out. The future expansion of Arterial A is unknown; the plan accounts for the future buffering of the homes adjacent to it. The entire site is buffered between the residents and adjacent lots, with over 18 acres of preserved land to the southeast corner of the site, providing a concentrated habitat area for the native wildlife and existing vegetation. There will be public pedestrian connections and trails within the preserved and restored areas. There are also multiple locations throughout the site for viewing vistas to the lakes and amenity areas, creating a walkable, pedestrian-friendly community. The community will feature a mix of one-story and two-story homes, with most lots on the eastern portion being 50 ft. wide. The design aims to avoid monotony between home lots, with no same facade adjacent to each other and varying colors and materials. Every five consecutive lots will have at least a five-foot forward or backward setback from the adjacent lot, ensuring a minimum driveway length of 22 ft. The project includes various buffers and separations, such as along the Turnpike, Old FFA Road, and for adjacent residents, all approved within the PUD. All designs are consistent with the approved PUD, slightly modified per the approved landscape plan. The Paseo temporary park will be open to the public and serve as a passive recreation site. The community will feature neighborhood amenities, signage, and walking trails around the parcel. Ms. Heinzelmann advised that the applicant agree with the staff's recommendation of approval. Discussion Commissioner Clasby thanked the applicant for reducing the property's density from the allowed five units per acre to 2.8 units per acre. He also expressed support for the final site plan due to the project's location on Arterial A, a future major north-south roadway in St. Lucie County. The Board had no further questions or comments on this matter. A motion was made to approve the staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 16 | Page SECONDER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 14. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Creekside Planned Unit Development (PUD) Major Adjustment - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - CONTINUED FROM THE APRIL 21, 2026 BOCC MEETING This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the Commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Chair Jamie Fowler- Spoke with Juliet Misconi, Bryan Anderson, Mike Dula, and the Planning & Development Team. The chair modified her disclosures, adding Ashley McClure, who lives in one of the single-family homes. Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with Mike Dula, Marshall Waller, Johnathan Gomez, Scott Lee, Bryan Anderson, and staff. Commissioner James Clasby- Spoke with staff, the applicant, and members of the public. Commissioner Erin Lowry- Spoke with the applicant, staff, and one member of the public. Commissioner Cathy Townsend- Spoke with staff and Mike Dula. Kori Benton, Planning & Zoning Manager of Planning & Development Services, presented this item to the Board. The proposed major adjustment to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Creekside, which was previously evaluated at the April 21, 2026, BOCC meeting, and a motion was passed to continue the hearing. Due notice was adequately provided for the April meeting, which still applies to the current meeting as a continuation from the previous meeting. The Creekside PUD covers approximately 364 acres, with Pod E and Pod F slated for townhome communities, representing about 60 acres of the overall community for 255 units. The proposal is to alter the approved townhome lot design of Parcels E and F to include a driveway or increase the driveway width from 10 ft. to 16 ft., modifying the overall front yard, green space, and landscape area. Also providing a modified design for the end townhome units to relocate the entry doors to accommodate sidewalk access as needed. Staff provided a snapshot of the proposed plans for both parcels, E and F, and presented a driveway comparison exhibit. The approved 2024 design is shown, featuring 10 ft. wide driveways, while the staff recommendation includes expanding the driveways to 16 ft. for additional parking space. The applicant's concerns about geometry and turn movements were noted, along with the applicant's previous and modified proposals. The modified proposal includes reducing pavement for two of the driveways per building, providing additional green space towards the street. The applicant requests that the Board consider their modified proposal as a viable alternative to the staff's recommended exhibits and conditions. Staff advises the Board to require the integration of street trees into the widened spaces towards the roadway to support front yard shade and green space enhancement. No other alternatives or modifications are proposed by the applicant at this time. BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 17 | Page The staff report maintains their position with the recommended modifications and the conditions of approval that the proposed PUD adjustment would comply with the evaluation standards prescribed in the Land Development Code, goals, objectives, and policies, and the comprehensive plan. Therefore, the staff recommended approval of this Major Adjustment subject to the following conditions of approval outlined in Resolution No. 2026-077: 1) The Adjusted Final Site Plan shall retain at least two (2) driveways per townhome building at a 10ft width or maintain a 10ft apron width through the provided sidewalk before transitioning to the proposed 16ft width, in order to retain as much front yard and planting area(s) as possible 2) Each townhome lot shall provide tree plantings, at a minimum, at one (1) native canopy tree for every 2,500 square feet of the subject lot or parcel of land, up to a maximum planting of seventeen (17) trees measuring 2.5” diameter at breast height (DBH), or a total of 42.5" DBH per LDC 7.09.04.I. and 3) Consistent with the Creekside PUD Preliminary Plans and Land Development Code, Parcels E & F shall provide street trees to offset the proposed vehicular use areas (streets) as approved and to be expanded by the increased driveway area. Applicant Presentation Mike Dula of D.R. Horton, Inc. addressed the Board on behalf of the applicant. He presented the revised plan to the Board, reiterating portions of the staff's presentation. He explained that the original plan included single-car driveways with a flat facade and a code minimum landscaping plan. He advised that the application was initiated by existing residents of Parcel E, who requested changes, particularly to accommodate two cars in each driveway. To compensate for the reduced front yard space, additional landscaping was integrated into the sides and rear yards, including tree plantings. He explained that the proposed plan reduces the width of two driveways to the south to 10 ft. and includes street trees in some areas. The new landscaping plan is significantly more extensive than the originally approved one. He addressed the concerns that were raised about Parcel A and Parcel E circulation, with confusion among residents about primary access points. The applicant is open to installing signage and access controls to ensure Parcel E residents use their primary access. The only concern with potentially restricting access entirely between Parcel E and A is that Parcel A residents will not have access to the amenity; they don't want them circulating out of Okeechobee if they can avoid it. The applicant is willing to work with staff to install proper access controls and signage. Mr. Dula requested that the Board approve the plan with 10-ft. wide aprons for street tree planting instead of tapering the driveway within the lot. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. Discussion Chair Fowler expressed concerns about townhouses funneling through single-family homes, which could be a significant issue for the residents. She acknowledged the staff's position regarding the need for single-family homes to access the amenity center and the nature preserve. She suggested implementing access control measures to restrict townhouse residents while allowing single-family BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 18 | Page homeowners to access their roads. Commissioner Townsend commented and made a motion to approve, with the inclusion of Chair Fowler's comments. Commissioner Clasby clarifies that the project was approved long ago and that the current changes aim to improve the community, particularly by enlarging driveways to address parking issues in townhouse communities. The Board had no further questions or comments on this matter. A motion was made to approve the staff recommendations, with the inclusion of the proposed changes, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 2. 322 & 340 Kitterman Rd PUD - Rezoning from RM-5 and RM-9 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Preliminary Site Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - CONTINUED FROM MAY 19, 2026 BOCC MEETING This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the Commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Chair Jamie Fowler- Spoke with representatives of WGI Inc., Arron Lees, Jarrod Purser, T. San Jose, Planning Development Team, Kim Collins, B. Filipe. Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with Jarrod Purser, T. San Jose, and the staff. Commissioner James Clasby- Spoke with staff, the applicant, and members of the public. Commissioner Erin Lowry- Spoke with Jarrod Purser, WGI Inc., Melissa McKinley, staff, Ben, Kori, and Jose. Commissioner Cathy Townsend- Spoke with the applicant, Melissa McKinley, WGI Inc representatives, and Kim Collins. Don Arellano, Planner II, and Kori Benton, Planning & Zoning Manager of Planning & Development Services, presented this item to the Board. The proposed petition for Rezoning to Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Preliminary Site Plan Approval of a 117 Townhome Planned Unit Development. This item was continued from the May 19, 2026, BOCC agenda. The 19.58-acre property is located on the north side of Kitterman Road, approximately 1/5 of a mile east of South US HWY 1. The property is within the Urban Services Boundary (USB) and served with capacity available for the proposed development by electric power, Florida Power & Light (FPL), central water and sewer, and natural gas by Port St. Lucie Utilities (PSLU). The existing land use is Residential Medium (RM). Properties immediately surrounding include dedicated Right-of-Way BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 19 | Page (ROW) to the south and Utilities (T/U) to the north, Residential Medium (RM) and Commercial (COM) to the west, and to the east, RM and Conservation Public (CPUD) to the east. The current zoning for the proposed site consists of two parcels, Zoned Multiple-Family (RM-5), and Residential, Multiple-Family-9 (RM-9). The Proposed Zoning for the parcel is PUD. The property to the north is zoned Utilities (U), to the west and east are zoned RM-5, and the properties to the South RM-9. The preliminary site plan for the PUD consists of 117 townhome units, four dry detention tracts totaling 3.26 acres, providing an additional 0.71 acres as a conservation easement and wetland buffer to the existing acre, which includes a 25 ft. wetland buffer and conservation easement. The units are spread among 18 buildings with 4 different building types, which are a configuration of 3 different unit/lot types. Of those 4 building types, 6 buildings contain 8 units, 1 contains 7 units, 7 contain 6 units, and 4 contain 5 units. Also, a 0.55-acre neighborhood park is proposed within the southeastern portion of the site. Three typical lot/unit types are proposed, and the buildings have a mixed configuration based on unit count. A development of this density and intensity is required to apply the building spacing formula, and though the PUD applicants can propose their own setbacks and building spacing. It is notable that 40% lot coverage is permissible within the existing zone districts and that the proposed PUD limits this further by more than halving the maximum lot coverage under the roof. The total proposed impervious area is 8.15 acres or (41.8%) of the site, which includes the building coverage, driveways, roadways, and sidewalks. The maximum building height for the existing zone districts is 35 ft., and the proposed PUD limits this further by imposing a maximum building height of 23 ft. and 11 in., an 11 ft and 1 in. reduction. The preliminary landscape plan accounts for tree mitigation and requires 1 tree every 30 linear ft. within the required yards. A 15 ft. landscape buffer is provided along the southern property line and Kitterman Road, and a 0.55-acre neighborhood park in the southwest corner provides additional screening. The side property lines each have a 10’ ft landscape buffer. The north portion of the property will consist of a total of 1.71 acres of conservation easement, a 25 ft. wide wetland buffer, and a proposed raised boardwalk within the required wetland buffer. The raised boardwalk is allowed according to the Comprehensive Plan Policy 6.1.14.2. within any Category III wetland or any wetland buffer associated, allowing for clearing and /or constructing of walking trails; construction of boardwalks/catwalks for direct access to water bodies; construction of wildlife management shelters, footbridges, observation desks, and similar structures not requiring a dredge or fill for their placement. Staff advised that the applicant's traffic impact analysis provides for a max of 727 daily trips, with a peak am count of 54 trips and pm count of 64. The analysis indicates that 95% of the projected daily trips generated by the site will flow to and from S US HWY 1 and 5% to and from Lennard Road. The westbound left-turn lane on Kitterman Road provides 225 ft. in total, including 175 ft. of storage and a 50 ft. taper, followed by an additional 80 ft. of existing striping. However, it is recommended that the existing westbound left-turn lane at US 1 and Kitterman Road be restriped to add approximately 50 ft. of storage. The two crosswalks to the west of the site connect the existing sidewalks along north and south along the intersection of Kitterman Road and south US HWY 1. The other is at the entrance of the Las Palmas Subdivision, to the west. Staff encourages the applicant to consider providing additional off-site improvements within the final development plan to enhance the current pedestrian path by installing an additional sidewalk to the east and a crosswalk at the intersection of Kitterman Road and Lennard Road. The proposed PUD Rezone and Preliminary Site Plan conforms to the Standards of Review as outlined in St. Lucie County Land BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 20 | Page Development Code Sections 11.06.03 and 11.02.07 and is consistent with the Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the County Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve the 322 and 340 Kitterman Road Planned Unit Development rezone and preliminary site plan, subject to the following conditions: 1. Prior to Final Site Plan approval, a finalized landscape plan consistent with LDC 7.09.00 and a finalized tree survey and mitigation plan consistent with LDC 6.00.05 shall be provided to and approved by ERD. 2. The Final Site Plan application shall provide an updated Traffic Impact Report that includes the committed projected trips from the Silver Oaks PUD and any applicable developments in the vicinity, and shall provide for recommended improvements (lengthening of the westbound to southbound left turn lane) at the intersection of US Highway 1 and Kitterman Road and explore crosswalk facilities for students/families walking from the community to Savannah Ridge K-5. 3. Prior to Final Site Plan approval, a Category III Wetland Waiver shall be approved by the Environmental Resources Director for the proposed impacts to wetlands #1 and #2 in accordance with Resolution No. 15-237 and Comprehensive Plan (CP) Policy 6.1.14.4. 4. Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, the developer shall provide executed Conservation Easements over all preserved areas, along with the approved Preserve Area Monitoring and Management Plan (PAMMP), with an attached affidavit and cashier's check (payable to the Clerk of the Court for recording fees) to the County Attorney. The applicant shall also provide a georeferenced GIS shapefile or CAD file of the conservation easements’ boundaries to St. Lucie County. 5. Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to, clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, a(n) formal/informal wetland jurisdictional determination or an Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) from the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) shall be provided to verify the limits of the wetlands. Should the limits of the wetland substantially deviate from the environmental consultant’s delineation, an adjustment to the site plan and a new Wetland Waiver application shall be required in accordance with Comprehensive Plan Policy 6.1.14.4. 6. Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, updated listed species surveys (i.e., crested caracara, gopher tortoise, etc.) shall be provided per state and/or federal survey protocol. Should any listed species be found as a result of these surveys, appropriate permits from state and federal agencies shall be required. 7. Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to, clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, their successor or assigns, shall conduct a pre-construction meeting with construction personnel, all applicable state BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 21 | Page and federal regulatory agencies, and Environmental Resources Department staff to verify that vegetation and preserve area protection measures have been installed. 8. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all Category I-listed invasive plants shall be eradicated from the site. 9. The Final Site Plan shall identify the placement of the proposed site lighting and provide a photometric plan illustrating the location and coverage of all streetlights. 10. For plat approval prior to completion of required improvements, a Subdivision Improvement Agreement and appropriate bonding are required. 11. A Site Development Permit is required prior to performing site improvement activities. In accordance with the permit and Land Development Regulations, the applicant shall retain the EOR for site inspections and final certification. Applicant Presentation Jerrod Purser, of WGI, Inc., addressed the Board. He expressed appreciation to Chair Fowler for discussing the site plan and addressing District 4 needs. He also expressed thanks to the staff for their help and responsiveness. Mr. Purser provided an overview of the proposal and reiterated portions of the staff's presentation. He explained that the site is composed of two parcels on the north side of Kitterman Road, east of US HWY 1. The western parcel is zoned RM-5, and the eastern parcel is zoned RM-9. The current zoning allows for multifamily units, with a total of 136 units and over 800 daily trips. Parking requirements are met with 1.27 spaces per unit for multifamily rental units. The proposal is to combine the parcels into one PUD for 117 fee-simple townhomes for sale and home ownership. The density is just under 6 units per acre. The applicant is providing significantly more parking than the minimum requirement. Parking provisions include 2.1 spaces per unit without garages and 4.1 spaces per unit including garages. The estimated daily trips are just over 700. The application involves rezoning to PUD. The PUD zoning allows flexibility from lot width requirements, which would need to be at least 75 ft. wide for a residential lot based on the current zoning. The right-of-way and building spacing formula standards allow for the proposed product to provide for the fee simple lots rather than the rental apartments that would not need the relief from those standards. Also, to combine the parcels into one cohesive development with only one access point on Kitterman Road, rather than multiple access points for the individual parcels. He provided excerpts from the comprehensive plan that highlight the need for adequate housing to meet the county's population growth. The PUD allows creative approaches to residential land development, reflecting changes in technology, deemed suitable for the fee simple townhome product, and provides flexibility to meet housing needs without maxing out density. The townhomes will be 26 ft. wide, with two-car garages and two-car driveways for every unit, based on the dimensions and two-story design. The site plan includes wetland preservation on the northeast and northwest corners, within conservation easements. A neighborhood park will be provided on the southwest corner, accessible from Kitterman Road and open to the surrounding community. Additional separation from the Las Palmas development is ensured with a standard landscape buffer and 50 ft. of open space. The development will provide 58% open space, exceeding the PUD's minimum requirement of 35%. The PUD aims to preserve environmental resources and create amenities like the neighborhood park. The development is consistent with BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 22 | Page land development regulations. The community benefits include attainable housing options for various demographics, including essential workers such as police officers, firefighters, teachers, and first responders, as well as families and retirees. The development reduces overall density and expected traffic generation compared to what is currently permitted under existing zoning. The applicant agrees with the conditions of approval as recommended by staff. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. Discussion Chair Fowler provided a background overview of the project, explaining that the eastern parcel was approved for an 80-unit apartment complex in 2020, and now includes an additional 49 multi- family units on the western piece. She advised that the project meets current zoning density requirements and does not seek deviation from height limits. The project is located near multiple schools, fire stations, shopping, and transit rail, and is an infill project served by FPL and Port St. Lucie utilities. She expressed that the project meets code and requests only an exemption from the building spacing formula, which was previously approved. She also mentioned that the project has been well-received by the community, with no vocal opposition from residents, indicating strong support. Commissioner Clasby expressed support for the townhouses, noting they are wider than some recent single-family residence proposals and make sense for the area. Commissioner Townsend commended the developer for working closely with the commission and representing the interests of the district's residents, and the importance of developer- commissioner collaboration. Commissioner Lowry raises concern about school bus access on Kitterman's two-lane road, particularly for middle and high school students. In response, Mr. Purser explained that the site is designed with a school bus shelter and a roundabout for the bus to turn around, ensuring safe pickup and drop-off. Commissioner Townsend asked about the turn lane extension. In response, Mr. Purser confirmed that it is being extended on Kitterman Road as part of the project. The Board had no further questions or comments on this matter. A motion was made to approve the staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 23 | Page 3. Sunnyland Farms - Proposed Amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas and Preliminary Development Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - CONTINUED FROM THE APRIL 21, 2026, AND THE MAY 19, 2026 BOCC MEETINGS Item presented in conjunction with 14. A.4. and 14. A.5. This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the Commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Chair Jamie Fowler- Spoke with Brian Nolan, the Planning team, and the applicant. Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with Brian Nolan, Steve Garret, Ridgley, and staff. Commissioner James Clasby- Spoke with staff, the applicant, and the public. Commissioner Erin Lowry- Spoke with staff and Brian Nolan. Commissioner Cathy Townsend- Spoke with Brian Nolan, the applicant, and staff. Kori Benton, Planning & Zoning Manager, Planning & Development Services, presented this item to the Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Sunnyland Farms, for an Amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas to rezone from Planned Unit Development (PUD) (expired) to PUD (active) with a Preliminary Development Plan. The applicant is requesting a continuance to a date certain on July 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 July 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners meeting at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. Chair Fowler noted that several residents came to speak about the item but left shortly after being informed of the continuance. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. The Board had no questions or comments on this matter. A motion was made to approve the staff's recommendation to grant the applicant's continuance request until the July 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners meeting 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: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 4. Sunnyland 44 - Proposed Future Land Use Map (Small-Scale) Amendment from RS (Residential Suburban) to MXD (Mixed-Use Development) - CONTINUED FROM THE APRIL 21, 2026, AND THE MAY 19, 2026 BOCC MEETINGS BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 24 | Page Item presented in conjunction with 14. A.3. and 14. A.5. Kori Benton, Planning & Zoning Manager, Planning & Development Services, presented this item to the Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Sunnyland 44 - Proposed Future Land Use Map (Small-Scale) Amendment from Residential Suburban (RS) to Mixed-Use Development (MXD) with specific use area policies. The applicant is requesting a continuance to a date certain on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter. Staff recommended that the Board approve the continuation request for the proposed Future Land Use Map Amendment until the July 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners meeting at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. The Board had no questions or comments on this matter. A motion was made to approve the staff's recommendation to grant the applicant's continuance request until the July 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners meeting at 6:00 pm, or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: CONTINUE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 5. Sunnyland 44 - Proposed Amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas and Preliminary Development Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - CONTINUED FROM THE APRIL 21, 2026, AND THE MAY 19, 2026 BOCC MEETINGS Item presented in conjunction with 14. A.3. and 14. A.4. This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the Commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Chair Jamie Fowler- Spoke with Brian Nolan, the Planning team, and the applicant. Vice-Chair Larry Leet- Spoke with Brian Nolan, Steve Garret, Ridgley, and staff. Commissioner James Clasby- Spoke with staff, the applicant, and the public. Commissioner Erin Lowry- Spoke with staff and Brian Nolan. Commissioner Cathy Townsend- Spoke with Brian Nolan, the applicant, and staff. Kori Benton, Planning & Zoning Manager, Planning & Development Services, presented this item to the Board. The proposed continuation request on behalf of the applicant, Sunnyland 44 - Proposed BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 25 | Page Amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas from Agricultural-1 (AG-1) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with a Preliminary Development Plan. The applicant is requesting a continuance to a date certain on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM or soon thereafter. Staff recommended that the Board approve the continuation request of the rezoning and preliminary development plan until the July 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners meeting at 6:00 pm or soon thereafter. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. The Board had no questions or comments on this matter. A motion was made to approve the staff's recommendation to grant the applicant's continuance request until the July 21, 2026, Board of County Commissioners meeting at 6:00 pm, or soon thereafter, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: CONTINUE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 15. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Chair Fowler discussed the need for the commissioners to fill a seat on the Canvassing Board. She asked if any of the commissioners, other than herself or Commissioner Leet, as they are in an election year, would serve on the Canvassing Board. Commissioner Townsend volunteered to serve on the Canvassing Board and suggested splitting the duties with a City Commissioner. Chair Fowler confirmed that Stephanie Morgan, Councilwoman for the City of Port St. Lucie, has already committed to serving on the board as well. Chair Fowler advised that she would draft a letter to confirm the filling of the seat. Commissioner Clasby mentioned being ineligible to serve on the Canvassing Board due to having donated to campaigns. Chair Fowler asked the County Attorney to clarify the rules for commissioners serving on the Canvassing Board. In response, Katherine Barbieri, County Attorney, explained that no active commission or participant in a campaign or candidacy can serve on the Canvassing Board. If a commissioner were to donate a de minimis amount, then one might still be eligible, but if one is active at all, which would be a simple sticker on the car, then one would be ineligible. Commissioner Leet suggested that the Board consider an informal meeting to discuss deregulations of sidewalks and curbs to accommodate larger lots in new developments. BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 26 | Page Chair Fowler mentioned the Sun Trail project in Indian River, noting initial community opposition to internal access but eventual acceptance and the need for future Board discussions on access. She explained the FDOT project status, mentioning ongoing punch list items and the potential need for petitions or community-wide discussions on access. Commissioner Clasby mentioned the anchoring limitation area, now online and being enforced as of June 1, 2026, and noted positive feedback from the boating community/committee, with some wishing for stricter regulations. The Board had no further questions, comments, or updates on this item. 16. UPCOMING MEETINGS A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Joint Meeting with the City of Fort Pierce to discuss topics pertaining to annexation, partnership opportunities, downtown Fort Pierce, expectations, and other matters that may be brought up on Thursday, June 18, 2026, beginning at 9 am at the River Walk Center located at 600 N. Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, 34950. B. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular meeting on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6 pm in the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. C. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 9 am in the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. 17. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Celebrate World Ocean Day on Saturday, June 6, with a family-friendly party featuring crafts, food trucks, music, hands-on activities, special tours of the St. Lucie County Aquarium, and free admission to both the aquarium and St. Lucie County Regional History Center. Activities take place at Museum Pointe Park, located at 420 Seaway Drive at the foot of the Causeway Bridge, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. B. St. Lucie County’s Aquatics staff is hosting a variety of swim lessons for children and adults all summer long. Scholarships are available thanks to funding from the Children Services Council and a donation from Sunshine Laundry and the Carol Wyatt/WPSL Christmas Kids Foundation. For details, please visit www.stlucieco.gov/aquatics or call the Ravenswood Pool at 772-871-2183. 18. MOTION TO ADJOURN With no other information to be brought for consideration before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 7:35 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. BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:00 PM 27 | Page