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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04.05.2022 HISTORICAL COMMISSION ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting April 5, 2022 Convened: 4:00pm Adjourned: 4:46pm 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair McAfoos started the meeting at 4pm. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Pledge of Allegiance led by Chair McAfoos. 3. ROLL CALL Present Chair Richard McAfoos, Vice-Chair Melanie Trewyn (joined at 4:03pm), Commission Member Judy Biglin, Commission Member Krissta King, Commission Member Mike Menard, Commission Member Betty Starke. Excused Commission Member Mike Middlebrook Staff Kori Benton, Assistant Planning Manager; Caroline Valentin, Assistant County Attorney; Cierra Forbe, new Assistant County Attorney (in audience); Stephanie Guevara, Commission Secretary. 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair McAfoos requested all electronic devices be silenced. 5. PUBLIC COMMENT None. 6. MINUTES A. Approval of the January 4, 2022 Historical Commission Meeting Minutes Historical Commission Tuesday, April 5, 2022 4:00 PM 2 | Page RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commission Member Betty Starke SECONDER: Commission Member Krissta King AYES: Richard McAfoos, Betty Starke, Melanie Trewyn, Mike Menard, Krissta King, Judy Biglin NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 7. ITEMS FOR ACTION / CONSIDERATION A. OLD BUSINESS None. B. NEW BUSINESS 1. Florida Sunshine Law - Open Meeting Requirements STAFF PRESENTATION: Mr. Kori Benton, Assistant Planning Manager of the Planning Division, presented Ms. Caroline Valentin, Assistant County Attorney. Ms. Valentin went over a brief refresher of the Florida Sunshine Law open meeting requirements. A meeting must have three things; It must have been noticed in advance, open to the public and minutes must be taken. A meeting is any meeting between two or more members of the board / commission to include formal or informal topics that might come before the board / commission for board / commission action, whether in person, by phone call, text and email. There are strict penalties for infringement up to imprisonment if intentional. The sunshine manual is available via link provided by Ms. Valentin. No questions were presented by the Historical Commission members. Ms. Valentin also presented Ms. Cierra Forbe as the new SLC Assistant County Attorney in the audience. 2. Historic Resource Promotion & Public Outreach: Local History Information Kiosks STAFF PRESENTATION: Mr. Kori Benton, Assistant Planning Manager of the Planning Division, made a presentation regarding a White City Information Kiosk concept, with other possible locations in the County, as well. Mr. Benton requested topics, locations and priorities. COMMISSION DISCUSSION: Chair McAfoos asked for clarification on the Historical Commissions role in this matter. Mr. Historical Commission Tuesday, April 5, 2022 4:00 PM 3 | Page Benton responded that staff encourages inclusion of those in nearby municipalities for input and guidance. Vice-Chair Trewyn, had four points and offered to present them to the Fort Pierce Historical Alliance Club as she is the secretary. Secondly, she suggests dividing into two different committees as she would be able to assist with the White City initiative. Thirdly, she had submitted photos to the Commission from another state but costs were a concern. Fourthly, the idea of the creation of a Midway historical district. Mr. Benton responded that the Midway Road project is still pending east of Selvitz. Ms. Starke emphasized that White City as a name should not change as it's a part of history. Ms. Starke inquired to have a flyer for the upcoming Oxbow Center event. Mr. Benton stated that the two topics brought by the public include White City and Edwin Binny. 8. MEMBER MATTERS Vice Chair Trewyn inquired about a new shopping development in East Torino. Mr. Benton responded that it is in the City of Port St. Lucie’s jurisdiction. 9. DISCUSSION Mr. Benton highlighted the Eden Lawn property on South Indian River Drive from a previous discussion. The prior owner has passed and is up for sale. The SLC staff met two or three different parties. There were 16-18 structures there on 4 parcels of land. Mr. Benton, also mentioned, Giordanos has a request pending for historical designation but staff is finalizing the need for any further variance requirements. Ms. Biglin inquired about the age and procedure for demolition. Mr. Benton responded that the property had to be fifty years or older. Ms. Starke stated that the property on Okeechobee looks charming. Mr. Benton clarified it is the Unico HVAC location. 10. ADJOURNMENT RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commission Member Betty Starke SECONDER: Commission Member Judy Biglin AYES: Richard McAfoos, Betty Starke, Melanie Trewyn, Mike Menard, Krissta King, Judy Biglin NAYS: None EXCUSED: None The meeting adjourned at 4:46 pm.