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121 SW Port St. Lucie City of Port St.Lucie Blvd. Port St. Lucie, Florida 34984 City Council Meeting Minutes Gregory J. Oravec, Mayor Stephanie Morgan, Councilwoman, District I John Carvelli, Councilman, District II Shannon Martin, Vice Mayor, District III Jolien Caraballo, Councilwoman, District IV Monday, August 12, 2019 6:30 PM Council Chambers, City Hall 1. Meeting Called to Order A Regular Meeting of the CITY COUNCIL of the City of Port St. Lucie was called to order by Mayor Oravec on August 12, 2019, at 6:30 p.m., at Port St. Lucie City Hall, 121 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, Florida. 2. Roll Call Council Members Present: Mayor Gregory J. Oravec Vice Mayor Shannon Martin Councilwoman Jolien Caraballo Councilman John Carvelli Councilwoman Stephanie Morgan 3. Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Oravec requested a moment of silence for the victims of the Gilroy shooting, El Paso shooting, and the Dayton shooting. The City Clerk gave the Invocation, and Mayor Oravec led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Proclamations and Special Presentations 4.a Present a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award and a 2019-715 Certificate of Recognition for Budget Presentations by the Government Finance Officers Association. The City Manager presented the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award and the Certificate of Recognition to Jeff Snyder, Chief Financial Officer. Page 1 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 5. Public to be Heard Earl Meiklejohn spoke regarding a long-tern drainage issue on his neighboring property, and he expressed concerns regarding the traffic safety at Alcanterra Boulevard and Savona Boulevard. Thomas Ladomirak apologized for his past comments and clarified that the County had the highest taxes in the State, not the City of Port St. Lucie. He requested that the City email or call Brightline/Virgin Trains regarding his safety concerns. Mr. Ladomirak spoke regarding the 2-way stop near Fairgreen and Crosstown Parkway, and requesting that the City monitor the intersection, as it was a safety concern. Ms. Ciuperger, Special Assistant to the City Manager/Chief Communications Officer/Interim Human Resources Director, introduced Shaida Dil and stated that she was the new Organizational Development Administrator in the Human Resources Department. The Organizational Development Administrator stated that she had a clear understanding of the vision and values of the City and that she was excited to work towards meeting those goals. The City Manager asked Traffic Engineer Stocton to speak with Mr. Meiklejohn and collect his information. Vice Mayor Martin requested that the City Manager followed up with her regarding Mr. Meiklejohn’s concerns, to which the City Manager responded in the affirmative. Mayor Oravec stated that he would like to see a Comprehensive Plan for Alcanterra Boulevard. Vice Mayor Martin inquired as to if there were any studies competed in the past, to which Traffic Engineer Stocton responded that he thought they did a 4-way Warrant Study and that it did not meet the requirements, but they could re-evaluate the area. It was the consensus of the Council to have a Warrant Study and Traffic Calming Project completed at Alcanterra Boulevard and Savona Boulevard. Mayor Oravec responded to Mr. Meiklejohn’s concern regarding the long-tern drainage issue on his neighboring property and explained that the City’s Flow-Liner System was not installed across the City. Mayor Oravec responded to Mr. Ladomirak and stated that Brightline crossed the City at Walton Road, which was a County road and that the City could not pursue the issue. Page 2 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 6. Additions or Deletions to Agenda and Approval of Agenda There being no discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve the Agenda. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 7. Approval of Consent Agenda There being no discussion, Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilwoman Caraballo seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.a July 8, 2019 and July 22, 2019 Regular Council Meeting 2019-722 Minutes 7.b Award Contract #20190066 for the Rental, Installation, 2019-626 Maintenance and Service of Holiday Decorations to Florida CDI, LLC. 7.c Approve Contract #20190043 for Architectural Design 2019-709 Services for a new Concession Building at Whispering Pines Park. 7.d Award Contract #20180097 Facilities Assessment of 2019-718 City-Owned Properties to Architectural Building Corp. 7.e Approval to Waive the Bidding, Per Chapter 35.04(c), good 2019-710 cause shown and enter into a Software License & Maintenance Agreement with Azteca Systems, LLC. 7.f Approve Use of City Logo on Merchandise for Crosstown 2019-730 Parkway Community Celebration and Block Party 7.g Award Contract #20190075 for Home Inspection Services to 2019-620 A Ultimate Home Inspection. 7.h Approval to Participate in the GSA Contract #GS-35F-0425P 2019-717 for IT Professional Services with Woolpert, Inc. 7.i Award Contract #20190100 for the St. Lucie West 2019-740 Intersection Improvements Project to Pav-Co Contracting, Inc. 8. Second Reading, Public Hearing of Ordinances Page 3 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 8.a Ordinance 19-46, An Ordinance providing for the 2019-735 abandonment of a portion of a twenty (20) foot Drainage and Utility Easement affecting Lot 39, Block 1758, Port St. Lucie Section Thirty-Five, recorded in Plat Book 15, Page(s) 10, 10A through 10P, of the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida; providing for conflict; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-46 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, he closed the Public Hearing. Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Ordinance 19-46. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Ordinance 19-46. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 8.b Ordinance 19-47, An Ordinance of the City of Port St. Lucie, 2019-736 Florida, providing for the Abandonment of a portion of a twenty (20) foot Utility and Drainage Easement affecting Lot 9, Block 2405, Port St. Lucie Section Thirty-Four, recoded in Plat Book 15, Page 9, 9A through 9W, of the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida; providing for conflict; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-47 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, he closed the Public Hearing. Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-47. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Ordinance 19-46. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Page 4 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 8.c Ordinance 19-48, Quasi-Judicial, An Ordinance Rezoning 3.04 2019-737 Acres of Property, Located on the Southwest Corner of NW Peacock Boulevard and NW Enterprise Drive, From the Institutional (I) Zoning District to the Warehouse Industrial (WI) Zoning District for a Project Known as Horikoshi, Toyoko (P19-085); Providing for Conflict; Providing for Severability; and Providing for an Effective Date. The City Attorney read the Quasi-Judicial Procedures into the record and stated that they applied to Items 8 c) 8 d) and 11 b). The City Clerk administered the Oath of Testimony to staff and other interested parties and read Ordinance 19-48 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing and asked if there were any ex-parte communications to disclose, to which Councilman Carvelli responded that he drove by the property. Planner Robinson stated that he was sworn in, and that the official City file was submitted to the City Clerk 5 days before the meeting to enter into the record. He stated that the application proposed to change the zoning designation of approximately 3.04 acres from Institutional (I) to Warehouse Industrial (WI). He stated that Brad Currie, Engineering Design & Construction, Inc., was acting as the agent for the owners and that the property was located on the Southwest corner of NW Peacock Boulevard and NW Enterprise Drive. Planner Robinson stated that the rezoning of the property to WI was consistent with the direction and policies of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. He explained that Policy 1.1.4.13 identified WI as a compatible zoning district with the LI Future Land Use designation. Planner Robinson stated that the Planning and Zoning Department staff found the request to be consistent with the direction and intent of the Future Land Use Map and policies of the City's Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval. Brad Currie, Engineering Design & Construction, Inc. stated that his client was rezoning the property to develop a Mixed-Use office warehouse and offered to answer any questions. There being no further discussion, Mayor Oravec closed the Public Hearing. Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-48. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Ordinance 19-48. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Page 5 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 8.d Ordinance 19-49, Quasi-Judicial, An Ordinance Providing for 2019-738 the Thirteenth Amendment of the Master Planned Unit Development Document for the Tradition Master Planned Unit Development (P19-079) Located South of the Crosstown Parkway, West of I-95 and North and South of Tradition Parkway, Legally Described in Exhibit A; Providing for Conflicts; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date. The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-49 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing and asked if there were any ex-parte communications to disclose, to which the Council members responded in the negative. Ms. Tobin, Long-Range Planning Administrator, stated that she was sworn in, and that the official City file was submitted to the City Clerk 5 days before the meeting to enter into the record. She stated that the request was to amend the Tradition MPUD and that Steve Garrett of Lucido & Associates was the agent for the property owner. The Long-Range Planning Administrator stated that since the City had revised its Zoning Code to address a variety of specific uses, falling under the overall definition of Enclosed Assembly Area, it was appropriate to make this change to the MPUD. Ms.Tobin stated that the Site Plan Review Committee reviewed the request at their meeting of June 12, 2019 and recommended approval. She stated that the Planning and Zoning Department found the request to be consistent with the direction and intent of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval. Steve Garrett, Lucido & Associates, stated that he would be happy to answer any questions. Councilwoman Caraballo clarified that she spoke with the representative of the applicant but did not discuss the item. Mr. Ladomirak spoke in favor of Ordinance 19-49, as he attended the church and would like a permanent property to call home. There being no further discussion, Mayor Oravec closed the Public Hearing. Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Ordinance 19-49. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Ordinance 19-49. The motion passed Page 6 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 unanimously by roll call vote. 9. Other Public Hearings (Clerk’s Note: There was nothing scheduled under this item.) 10. First Reading of Ordinances 10.a Ordinance 19-50, An Ordinance of the City of Port St. Lucie, Florida, 2019-712 providing for the Abandonment of a Portion of a One Hundred Twenty (120) foot wide Drainage Right-of-Way Affecting Parcel 1, Veranda Plat No. 2, Recorded in Plat Book 68, Page 29, of the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida; Providing for Conflict; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date. The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-50 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve Ordinance 19-50. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.b Ordinance 19-51, Approve - Ordinance Authorizing 2019-708 Conveyance of Easement for Utility Purposes to Florida Power & Light (FPL) Mayor Oravec inquired as to why the title was shortened, to which the City Clerk explained that there was a procedural change in the titling of Ordinances on the Agenda. Mayor Oravec read Ordinance 19-51 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-51. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.c Ordinance 19-52, An Ordinance of the City of Port St. Lucie, Florida, 2019-728 providing for the Abandonment of a portion of a Twenty (20) foot Utility and Drainage Easement affecting Lot 16, Block 2304, Port St. Lucie Section Thirty-Three, recorded in Plat Book 15, Page(s) 1, 1A through 1V, of the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida; Providing for Conflict; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date. The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-52 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Ordinance 19-52. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. Page 7 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 10.d Ordinance 19-53, An Ordinance of the City of Port St. Lucie, Florida, 2019-732 providing for the Abandonment of a portion of a Twenty (20) foot Utility and Drainage Easement affecting Lot 1, Block 713, Port St. Lucie Section Eighteen, recorded in Plat Book 13, Page(s) 17, 17A through 17K, of the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida; Providing for Conflict; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date. The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-53 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-53. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.e Ordinance 19-54, An Ordinance of the City of Port St. Lucie, Florida, 2019-744 providing for the Abandonment of a portion of a Twenty (20) foot Utility and Drainage Easement affecting Lot 32, Block 1416, Port St. Lucie Section Seventeen, recorded in Plat Book 13, Page(s) 8, 8A through 8D, of the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida; Providing for Conflict; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date. The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-54 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve Ordinance 19-54. Councilwoman Caraballo seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 11. Resolutions Page 8 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 11.a Resolution 19-R62, Adopt a Resolution establishing the Solid 2019-719 Waste Services Assessment Rate, directing preparation of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Assessment Roll and authorizing a Public Hearing. The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R62 aloud by title only. The City Manager stated that there was a reduction in the Collection Rate, but an increase in the Rate charged by St. Lucie County for Solid Waste Disposal. He explained that the proposed rates would be adopted and that it was the first time that the Solid Waste rates increased within several years. Mayor Oravec inquired as to how many years it has been since the rates increased, to which the Mr. Capezzuto, Neighborhood Services Director responded that the County’s Tipping Fee increased in 2009 and Waste Pro’s last increase was in 2012. Mayor Oravec inquired as to the amount of the total rate, to which the Neighborhood Services Director responded that the new total assessment amount would be $281.92 annually. Councilwoman Caraballo suggested creating a FAQ for residents regarding the increasing Waste Pro rates, to which Mayor Oravec agreed and stated that he would like a chart with the bottom-line rates. Councilwoman Morgan questioned the meeting times on Page 3 of the Resolution and on the Notice to Property Owners. Vice Mayor Martin stated that she fully expected Waste Pro to be held accountable for their actions, as a contract was a contract, to which Councilman Carvelli agreed and stated that they needed an improvement mindset. Councilman Carvelli moved to approve Resolution 19-R62. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo would like to be notified when there were reoccurring issues in her District. Mayor Oravec requested a monthly performance report on the contract. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R62. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Page 9 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 11.b Resolution 19-R63, Public Hearing, Quasi-Judicial, Approve resolution 2019-749 permitting an exemption from the requirement of an architectural wall for Go Team Industrial Park Unit 1 - Lot 6 as per Section 154.12 of the City of Port St. Lucie Landscape and Land Clearing Code (P19-107). The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R63 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing and asked if there were any ex-parte communications to disclose, to which the Council members responded in the negative. Planner Robinson stated that he was sworn in, and that the official City file was submitted to the City Clerk five days before the meeting to enter into the record. He stated that the application was a request to be exempt from the requirement of an architectural wall as per Section 154.12 of the City of Port St. Lucie Landscape and Land Clearing Code. (Clerk’s Note: At this time, Planner Robinson distributed emails from surrounding residents.) Planner Robinson stated that the applicant was proposing an open storage yard and that the property had a 50-foot easement along its southern border containing a drainage canal. He explained that South of the property was a St. Lucie County Zoned Residential Development. And that the development abutting the properties southern border contained a 50-foot buffer easement tract dedicated to the Reserve Property Owners Association, Inc. for landscape and buffering purposes. He explained that the applicant was proposing to install an opaque chain link fence along the south property line with trees and hedges along the outside of the fence. Planner Robinson stated that the proposed trees were Dahoon Holly, required due to the overhead power lines and that the proposed hedges were Clusia Rosea, planted at four foot in height to be maintained as a six-foot hedge along the southern perimeter of the property. Planner Robinson stated that the Planning and Zoning Department staff found the request to be consistent with the direction and intent of the City’s Land Development Regulations and policies of the Comprehensive Plan with the following condition that the proposed Clusia Rosea hedges, along the southern property line, were to be maintained at a minimum of six feet. Councilwoman Caraballo inquired as to if any surrounding property had the required buffer wall, to which Planner Robinson responded in the negative and stated that there would be one when the third building Page 10 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 was complete. Councilman Carvelli inquired about the width of the buffer, to which Planner Robinson responded that it would be a single-line of hedges. Mayor Oravec inquired as to what would be stored on the property, to which Planner Robinson responded that he was not sure and suggested asking the applicant. Randy Croft, Cone & Graham, stated that they owned the building north of the property for the last 4-years and they have completed substantial improvements, which included cleaning the canal banks. Mr. Croft stated that there was a 100-ft buffer plus a substantial number of trees. He explained that there would not be any fabrication or noise generated, to which Mayor Oravec responded that there could be back-up noise or front-end loaders. Mayor Oravec inquired as to what they would be storing on the property, to which Mr. Croft responded beams, steel sheeting, and pipe. Mayor Oravec requested that the Dahoon Holly be replaced with a different tree, to which Councilman Carvelli agreed. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that she was concerned about the exception and that she was disappointed in past Council’s for allowing the exceptions for the neighboring properties, as it created a fairness issue. Vice Mayor Martin stated that if there wasn’t an issue regarding noise, she did not feel that they needed to complete a noise study. Mayor Oravec inquired as to why they were applying, if they were operating on-site exactly as-is, to which Planner Robinson responded that the Site Plan was approved, but it was expired. Mayor Oravec inquired as to if the business was operating illegally since the Site Plan was expired, to which Planner Robinson responded in the affirmative. Mayor Oravec asked Mr. Croft to restate that the business was operating as-is, to which Mr. Croft responded that they owned the building to the eastside of the property and that they have leased the piece of the property for 3.5 years. Mr. Croft explained that the owner was storing all his material prior to them leasing the property. (Clerk’s Note: At this time, Mayor Oravec called Mr. Croft to the dais and asked him to point out the property location on the map.) Councilwoman Caraballo stated that she did not perceive that they would have noise issues but felt that there should be parameters within the order for future noise issues. There being no further discussion, Mayor Oravec closed the Public Hearing. Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve Resolution 19-R63 with the exemption being specific to the subject Site Plan and the substitution of the Dahoon Holly to a more appropriate tree. Page 11 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R63 with the exemption being specific to the subject Site Plan and the substitution of the Dahoon Holly to a more appropriate tree. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.c Resolution 19-R66, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of 2019-714 Port St. Lucie, Florida, authorizing the City Manager or his designee to enter into and execute a Legislative Grant Agreement between the City and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the purpose of implementing local alternative water supply, stormwater management, and water conservation projects, specifically the City of Port St. Lucie Utility Systems Department McCarty Ranch Extension Water Quality Restoration - Area 3; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R66 aloud by title only. The City Manager stated that the City received additional funding for the design of Area 3 for McCarty Ranch. Councilwoman Morgan suggested changing the name of the Legislative Ask for the McCarty Ranch Project to reflect water farming so that it is not viewed as agriculture, to which the Utility Systems Director responded that they were discussing a few ideas, as they were preparing for Legislation. There being no further discussion, Councilman Carvelli moved to approve Resolution 19-R66. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Oravec would like the Utility Systems Director to update the project costs, as the numbers were not adding up. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R66. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Page 12 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 11.d Resolution 19-R67, Resolution of the City of Port St. Lucie, 2019-720 Florida, authorizing the City Manager to enter into and execute a Water Quality Restoration Grant Agreement with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection concerning the construction of the Sagamore stormwater treatment areas, east and west; providing for conflict; providing for severability; providing an effective date. The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R67 aloud by title only. The City Manager asked if the Council would like a presentation, to which the Council responded in the negative. Mayor Oravec stated that it was a major project and requested a meeting with the Consulting Engineer and the Project Staff, to which Councilwoman Caraballo agreed. There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Resolution 19-R67. Councilwoman Caraballo seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R67. The motion passed by roll call vote with Vice Mayor Martin, Councilwoman Caraballo, Councilman Carvelli, and Mayor Oravec voting in favor, and Councilwoman Morgan not present for the vote. Page 13 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 11.e Resolution 19-R68, A resolution approving public art for Grande Palms 2019-668 at Southern Grove (P17-065). The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R68 aloud by title only. Senior Planner Keen stated that the City’s Art in Public Places Ordinance was repealed and replaced in its entirety in December of 2018, via City Ordinance 18-67. She explained that the pre-existing version (City Ordinance 13-18) controlled the request for public art approval., as Section 162.05 provided for a refund if artwork on site of equal or greater value was approved by the City Council. Senior Planner Keen presented the project timeline and Atlantic Pacific Communities’ proposal. She stated that on September 17, 2018, the Public Art Advisory Board recommended approval of the artwork and a refund of the $50,000 paid into the City’s Public Art Fund. Senior Planner Keen stated that the Planning and Zoning Department found the petition to be consistent with City Ordinance 13-18 and recommended approval. Vice Mayor Martin would like to be given options regarding the art presented for the Council’s consideration. Councilwoman Caraballo suggested a bond option for the individuals who were unsure of what piece they would like to put forward. Senior Planner Keen clarified that the Item was approved under the old Ordinance, and that the situation would not happen under the new Ordinance. Manny List, Atlantic Pacific, introduced himself to the Council. Mayor Oravec inquired as to if Atlantic Pacific would be willing to proctor a few pieces, to which Mr. List responded that they already purchased the piece along with the pedestal and lighting. Councilwoman Caraballo inquired as to who would be maintaining the piece, to which Mr. List responded that the sculpture would be painted with high-quality resin paint. Councilwoman Caraballo inquired as to if there was language in the order to ensure maintenance was kept up, to which Senior Planner Keen responded that the piece would fall under the City’s requirements regarding Code Enforcement. Councilman Carvelli stated that the PowerPoint said the piece was powder-coated. Mayor Oravec stated that he agreed with Vice Mayor Martin and requested a pallet of no less than three options. There being no further discussion, Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve Resolution 19-R68. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Oravec asked the City Manager to review the current Ordinance to require a pallet of options. The City Clerk restated Page 14 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R68. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.f Resolution 19-R69, A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to 2019-745 enter into a Locally Funded Agreement between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and the City of Port St. Lucie for the redesign of roadway construction plans for Port St. Lucie Boulevard from Paar Drive to Darwin Boulevard. The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R69 aloud by title only. The City Manager stated that the project would be completed in stages. The first stage would be next year and there was a design completed, which reflected a multimodal approach. The City Manager stated that the City approached FDOT and they agreed to allow the City to choose a better design for the 3 phases, which included a separated multi-purpose path to allow biking and walking with a green strip along the edge. There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Resolution 19-R69. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R69. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.g Resolution 19-R70, A resolution approving a final subdivision plat 2019-667 for Southern Grove Plat No. 22 (P19-064) The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R70 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Resolution 19-R70. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R70. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 12. Unfinished Business (Clerk’s Note: There was nothing scheduled under this item.) 13. New Business Page 15 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 13.a Request for an Attorney/Client Session with the City Council 2019-741 to Discuss Pending Litigation in the Matters of: (1) City of Port St. Lucie, a Florida Municipal Corporation, and Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Port St. Lucie v. Suffolk Construction Company, Inc., Case No.: 562018CA001895; and (2) Transparency for Florida, Inc., et al. v. City of Port St. Lucie, et al., Case No.: 2013CA003295. The City Attorney stated that both matters were pending litigation and were coming to conclusion. He explained that Suffolk Construction Company, Inc. has made an offer that he would like to discuss with the City Council. The City Attorney stated that there would be mediation with Transparency for Florida, Inc. in September and he would like to receive direction from the City Council. Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Item 13 a). Councilwoman Caraballo seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Oravec stated that he was interested in the potential reconciliation of the Transparency Case. He wanted to know if any of them involved him being restored to the Office of the City Manager and/or receiving back-pay, to which the City Attorney responded that it was unlikely. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Page 16 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 13.b City Council review and consideration of the proposed phasing and 2019-743 improvements for the widening of Becker Road from Via Tesoro to Veranda Gardens Boulevard. Regulatory Manager Schwerdt gave a presentation and stated that the Veranda PUD required improvements to Becker Road, which included widening Becker Road from two-lanes to four-lanes, an 8-foot multi-use path on the South side separated from pavement, a 6-foot sidewalk on the North side separated from pavement, landscaping, road lighting, drainage, and signalization, as required. He explained that the improvements were required when the building permits equaled 25% of traffic generated by plan density were issued or when Becker Road exceeded the City’s adopted level of service. Regulatory Manager Schwerdt presented the Veranda Developer phasing request and Staff’s recommendations. Mayor Oravec inquired as to St. Lucie County and Martin County’s plans for Gilson/Murphy, to which Regulatory Manager Schwerdt responded that they did not plan on widening Gilson Road. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that she would like confirmation from Martin County that Murphy Road would stay 2-lanes. Steve Garrett, Lucido & Associates, gave a presentation and requested approval for the Phase 2, Construction Plans. Vice Mayor Martin confirmed with Mr. Garrett that the art piece was staying the same, to which Mr. Garrett responded in the affirmative. Councilman Carvelli inquired as to if they were concerned with turning a 4-lane road into a 2-lane road and creating a choke point, to which Mr. Matthes responded in the negative and explained that they were installing a 4-lane round-a-bout, which would be the major point-of-access for the development. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that she was concerned with the City’s level of service, to which Mr. Mattes responded that they completed an extensive traffic report, which showed the level of service would be maintained. There being no further discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Phase 2 going forward and Phase 3 returning for Item 13 b). Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Phase 2 going forward and Phase 3 returning for Item 13 b). The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Page 17 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 14. City Manager's Report The City Manager stated that he would provide a Southern Grove update on August 19, 2019 and he invited residents to attend the grand opening of Crosstown Parkway. 15. Councilmembers Report on Committee Assignments Councilwoman Morgan stated that on July 23rd she attended the St. Lucie County Chamber breakfast. On August 1st she attended the Boys & Girls Club vehicle presentation. Councilwoman Morgan stated that she attended the EDC luncheon on August 6th and on August 8th she attended the Transportation Planning Organization Board meeting. She stated that there was a plea to remove the ‘Bridge to Nowhere’, to which Mayor Oravec said he would like to send a letter supporting the removal of the ‘Bridge to Nowhere’. Councilman Carvelli stated that on August 3rd he attended the Dog Park Grand Opening and thanked the Parks and Recreation Department. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that on July 31st she met with Representative Overdorf and the members of the Treasure Coast Regional League of Cities. She congratulated Representative Overdorf on receiving the Florida League of Cities Award for being a Home Rule defender and thanked him for his support. Vice Mayor Martin stated that she had no updates. Mayor Oravec stated that Play Ball was rained out and thanked staff for all their hard work. Mayor Oravec stated that on August 2nd he attended the 2019 Annual Waterfowl Summit and stated that the Fish and Wildlife Conservation would like the City to apply for a grant, in order to plant vegetation at McCarty Ranch. Mayor Oravec stated that on August 5th he was presented with a plaque of appreciation from the Marine Corp League. On August 6th, Mayor Oravec attended the Moms Demand Action ceremony at the Civic Center. He stated that they planted and dedicated a Royal Poinciana. Mayor Oravec thanked the staff involved with planning the event and requested that a bubbler be installed on the Royal Poinciana. Mayor Oravec stated that he was unable to attend the TPO meeting, as he attended the Resilient Florida Conference at USF and he presented as part of the Elected Officials’ Panel. 16. Public to be Heard - (if necessary as determined by City Council at conclusion of public to be heard) There was nothing heard under this item. Page 18 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2019 17. Adjourn ______________________ ___________________________ Karen A. Phillips, City Clerk Calleigh N. Myers, Deputy City Clerk Page 19 of 19