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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, November 25, 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 November 25, 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 Present: Mayor Gregory J. Oravec Vice Mayor Shannon M. Martin Councilwoman Stephanie Morgan Councilman John Carvelli Councilwoman Jolien Caraballo 3. Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance The City Clerk gave the Invocation, and Mayor Oravec led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Proclamations and Special Presentations 4.a 4.a PROCLAMATION- National Hunger and 2019-1079 Homelessness Awareness Week (Clerk’s Note: This item was added at the request of Mayor Oravec.) Mayor Oravec stated that National Hunger & Homelessness Page 1 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Awareness Week took place from November 18th – 22nd. Will Armstead, CEO Boys & Girls Club, Assistant Chief Toro, and Sarah Alsofrom GL Homes accepted the Proclamation. Mr. Armstead stated that they were proud to have a corporate sponsor as GL Homes, who donated $25,000, so that children had a place to call home that was safe and provided food. 4.b 4.b PROCLAMATION- Small Business Saturday 2019-1080 Mayor Oravec read the Proclamation and proclaimed November 30, 2019 as Small Business Saturday. He presented the Proclamation to Terissa Aronson, President of the St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce, who informed the public of the Holiday Light event for small businesses as well as the assistance program available. 5. Public to be Heard Mayor Oravec informed the public that 1696 SE Hillmoor Drive, the intended new location of Planned Parenthood, was a medical office building and as a result of state laws, the use of the building would not come before the City Council for approval or decision making. He stated that it was a medical use going into a medical office building. He welcomed the audience to speak, for up to 3 minutes, under ‘Public to be Heard’ but he encouraged them to advocate at the state and federal level. City Attorney Stokes stated for it to come before the City Council the building or parking would have to be modified. Andrew Klopman spoke regarding overcrowding and unsafe conditions at the Muncie and Kester Street school bus stop. Mayor Oravec requested that the City Manager work with Mr. Klopman and the Police Department to resolve the issue. Dr. William Lampard spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Cindy Faleo spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Tina Kasten spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Karen Hubbard spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Bryan Longworth spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Page 2 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Willow Sanders spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Thomas Lawler spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Matthew Hearn spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Pam Durham spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Sue Chess spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Claire Faunce spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. The City Council thanked the public for speaking and Mayor Oravec stated that the City did not fund Planned Parenthood. A break was called at 7:28 p.m., and the meeting reconvened at 7:31 p.m. 6. Additions or Deletions to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve the Agenda with Item 11 c) removed. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 7. Approval of Consent Agenda Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve the Consent Agenda with Item 7 j) & 7 l) removed for further discussion. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.a October 28, 2019 Regular Council Meeting Minutes 2019-1055 The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.b Approve 2019 Festival of Lights Event License Agreement 2019-1015 with Port St. Lucie Downtown Lions Foundation The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.c Approve Major Site Plan for Primrose School at Tradition 2019-1006 (P19-118) The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Page 3 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 7.d Approval to participate in the Sourcewell Cooperative (Coop) 2019-1012 Contract #030117 for Recreation and Playground Equipment, Accessories, and Supplies with CXT, Inc. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.e Award Contract #20190076 for Mowing of Drainage Rights of 2019-1013 Way, Greenbelts, Ponds & McCarty Ranch WQR Area 1 to Nature’s Keeper, Inc. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.f Approve Major Site Plan for Gatlin Commons Parcel 16 2019-1014 (P19-109) The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.g Approve the Annual Expenditure for Contract #20170033 for 2019-1017 Microsoft Office 365 Licenses. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.h Minor Site Plan Amendment for Calvary Christian Academy 2019-1043 (P19-160) The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.i Approve Minor Site Plan for Living Faith Church at Tradition 2019-777 (P19-111). The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.j Approve Styx contract for the 2020 We Love Lucie Concert 2019-1050 Series Linda McCarthy, Civic Center Director, informed the City Council that the Styx concert was the first show of the 2020 Concert Series. She stated that the talent fee was $100,000 but that the projected net profit was $25,000; the capacity was 2,250 and believed it would sell out. Councilman Carvelli inquired on the market comparison for the tickets, to which Ms. McCarthy replied that tickets were an average of $50-70 and felt the City’s prices were reasonable. Councilman Carvelli inquired if the $25,000 included food and beverage, to which Ms. McCarthy responded in the negative because it was hard to project. Mayor Oravec brought up the differences between an amphitheater and the square, to which Ms. McCarthy replied that there were differences in producing shows indoor versus outdoor as outdoor was more expensive. Ms. McCarthy stated that the co-production agreement, which was a 50/50 split, was approved by the City Manager. Mayor Page 4 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Oravec felt that the tickets may be priced appropriate in the market but may be too high for residents, he wanted it to be more accessible, and suggested that the City purchase 200 tickets, and through Parks & Recreation, the NICE Program, and Communications run promotional events. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that she supported the idea so that everyone has access to the arts but expressed that it should be run via a lottery system and gave the example of Broadway Shows in New York City. Councilwoman Morgan stated that the event would bring people from surrounding areas into the City and expressed that she thought it would be a sellout since it was not that expensive for a concert ticket and the City Council needed to give it a chance. She inquired if the Civic Center still hosted free events, to which Ms. McCarthy replied that there were 25 free events, and the feedback from the residents was that they wanted bigger acts and would pay for the events. She added that there was a negative net profit of -$5,600 from the 10 free Friday night concerts. Councilman Carvelli voiced that Mayor Oravec’s suggestion should be used for the first concert to help with promotion, to which Vice Mayor Martin stated that she was in support of the idea. Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve the contract for Item 7 j). Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. Vice Mayor Martin moved to direct staff to create a promotional plan for the concert tickets. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.k Approval to Participate in the Central Florida Expressway 2019-859 Authority (CFX) Contract #001298 for Public Information Services with Quest Corporation of America, Inc. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7.l Authorization to Continue Professional Services with Billing, 2019-1054 Cochran, Lyles, Mauro & Ramsey, P.A. in connection with Southern Grove Community Development Districts Nos. 1-6 Mayor Oravec inquired if the amount should be 25,000 instead of 250,000, to which Attorney Stokes responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Item 7 l). Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 8. Second Reading, Public Hearing of Ordinances 8.a Ordinance 19-81, Public Hearing, Approve the Second Budget 2019-1046 Amendment to Fiscal Year (FY) 18/19. Page 5 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 (Clerk’s Note: This item was heard after Item 11 b), at the request of Mayor Oravec.) The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-81 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing. Jeff Snyder, CFO, stated that there was a $8,500 increase to the Police Forfeiture Fund and the new budget total was $448,600,000. He explained that there was a $2 million cost to the City for preparation for Hurricane Dorian, construction costs throughout the city, pension contributions, bond covenants, and that the Crosstown Celebration were all donations. The City Manager stated that it was the 2nd Budget Amendment, and the auditors were still finalizing the fiscal year. He believed that there would be carry-over funds from 18-19 to fund the City’s share of the Port St. Lucie Boulevard South project. Mayor Oravec stated that this long-term plan for the General Fund had a stronger undesignated fund balance. Councilwoman Caraballo reiterated that the Crosstown Grand Opening was donation based, to which the City Manager replied that the City received $101,000 in donations and added that no General Fund money was spent. Mayor Oravec inquired if the City would receive FEMA reimbursement for Hurricane Dorian, to which the CFO responded in the affirmative and added that the City was waiting for $3 million from Hurricane Irma, when received, would be considered ‘new money’. Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-81. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Ordinance 19-81. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 8.b Ordinance 19-82, Public Hearing, An Ordinance Adopting a 2019-1047 Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for City of Port St. Lucie Community Center (P19-086) The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-82 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing. John Finizio, Planner III, introduced his staff report into the record. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Ordinance 19-82. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Ordinance 19-82. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 8.c Ordinance 19-83, Public Hearing, Authorizing the Issuance of 2019-1048 Taxable Special Obligation Refunding Bonds to Refund or Advance Refund the Outstanding Stormwater Utility Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2010A and 2010B. Page 6 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-83 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing. (Clerk’s Note: A PowerPoint was shown at this time.) Mr. Snyder stated that the City paid 4.5%-5% and would see a savings of about $7 million; $4.3 million less than face value. He explained the payment stream. Mayor Oravec stated that the debt portfolio would be reduced. There being no further discussion, Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve Ordinance 19-83. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Ordinance 19-83. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 9. Other Public Hearings There was nothing scheduled under this item. 10. First Reading of Ordinances 10.a Ordinance 19-84, Public Hearing, An Ordinance Amending 2019-1023 the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Port St. Lucie to Include a Large Scale Amendment to the Future Land Use Map for St. Lucie County - Walton Scrub Preserve (P19-171), to change the future land use designations for approximately 31.13 acres of land located on the western side of S. Indian River Drive, between the Indian River Lagoon and the Savannas Preserve State Park, From Open Space Recreation (OSR) to Open Space Conservation (OSC). The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-84 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing. (Clerk’s Note: A PowerPoint was shown at this time.) Laura Dodd, Planner II, explained that the request was to amend the Future Land Use Classification of approximately 31.13 acres from Open Space Recreational to Open Space Conservation, located on the western side of S. Indian River Drive, between Indian River Lagoon and the Savannas Preserve State park. The proposed request was to construct an observation tower with walking trails for public use. Mayor Oravec inquired as to why the land use wasn’t amended to allow for observation tower, to which Ms. Dodd replied that the intensity of the proposed observation tower wouldn’t be permitted in the Open Space Recreation. Mayor Oravec asked why there couldn’t be an observation tower in a park, to which Ms. Cox replied that the intent was for it not to be an active park, which was more for OSR, and would be a conservation area with amenities. Mayor Oravec inquired if the County was charged, to which Ms. Cox responded in the negative. Page 7 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-84. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by roll call vote. 10.b Ordinance 19-85, An Ordinance Amending the 2019-1005 Comprehensive Plan of the City of Port St. Lucie to Include a Small-scale Amendment to the Future Land Use Map for .71 acres of Property Located on the West Side of Hillmoor Drive, to Change the Future Land Use Designation From ROI (Residential, Office, Institutional) to General Commercial (CG) for TCD Realty, LLC (P19-174) The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-85 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo to approve Ordinance 19-85. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that this pertained to a pharmacy and not Planned Parenthood. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.c Ordinance 19-86, An Ordinance Rezoning .71-acres located 2019-997 at 1770 SE Hillmoor Drive from Professional (P) to General Commercial (CG) for TCD Realty, LLC (P19-175). The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-86 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-86. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.d Ordinance 19-87, An Ordinance Rezoning 4.37 Acres of 2019-1022 Property Located West of Commerce Lakes Drive and South of Commerce Center Drive from IN (Industrial) to 3.71 Acres of CS (Service Commercial) and 0.66 acres of OSC (Open Space Conservation) for a Project Known as Sapphire V6 (P19-146). The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-87 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve Ordinance 19-87. Councilwoman Caraballo seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.e Ordinance 19-88, An Ordinance Rezoning 12.62 Acres of 2019-1024 Property Located on the West Side of Community Boulevard and South of E/W #2 From St. Lucie County AG-5 (AG-5) to General (GU) for Riverland Paseo Park (P19-176) The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-88 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-88. Page 8 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.f Ordinance 19-89, An Ordinance Approving the Eighth 2019-1031 Amendment of the Planned Unit Development Document and Conceptual Development Plan for Gatlin Commons, Located on the Southwest Corner of Rosser and Gatlin Boulevards (P19-105). The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-89 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Ordinance 19-89. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Oravec stated that the proposed item would allow for trade shops to be located at the empty lots near Newport Isles and wanted the City Council to keep that in mind for the Second Reading. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.g Ordinance 19-90, An Ordinance to Rezone 0.459 of an Acre 2019-1036 of Property Located on the North Side of Conant Avenue, East of Edgarce Street, West of Domina Road, and South of Cahaly Road, from Single Family Residential Zoning District (RS-2) to Warehouse Industrial (WI) Zoning District for a Project Known as Orellana Properties, Inc., P19-126 The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-90 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-90. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 10.h Ordinance 19-91, Authorizing the Partial Abandonment and 2019-1051 Termination of the Flowage Easement and Blanket Flowage Easement Situated on Lot 4 of Southern Grove Plat No. 14 The City Clerk read Ordinance 19-91 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec requested that the information in the agenda item memo be filled out completely, to which Deputy City Attorney Hertz replied that the item was proposing to abandon easements on the properties that were sold to Oculus and added that she would correct the memo. There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Ordinance 19-91. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion, which passed unanimously by voice vote. 11. Resolutions 11.a Resolution 19-R110 , Quasi-Judicial-Public Hearing, A 2019-1032 Resolution Granting a Special Exception Use To Allow An Page 9 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Enclosed Assembly Area Over 3,000 Square Feet in the General Commercial (CG) Zoning District for a Recreational Facility to Bre Throne East Port Plaza, LLC, for Property Legally Described as Parcel 5 of the Second Replat Port St. Lucie Section Sixty Seven (P19-170). (Clerk’s Note: This item was heard after Item 13 a), at the request of Mayor Oravec.) The City Attorney read the Quasi-Judicial Procedures into the record for Items 11 a) and 11 b) and the City Clerk administered the Oath of Testimony to staff and other interested parties. The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R110 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing and asked if there were any ex-parte communications to disclose, to which the City Council responded in the negative. (Clerk’s Note: A PowerPoint was shown at this time.) Anne Cox, Assistant Planning & Zoning Director, stated that she had been sworn in, and that the file was given to the City Clerk’s Office to enter into the record. She explained that the item was a Special Exception Use for an enclosed assembly area over 3,000 square feet in a General Commercial Zoning District which was located on the eastside of US 1, north of Walton Road in the Eastport Plaza Shopping Center. She said that Urban Air Adventures proposed to occupy 51,658 square feet in the former K-Mart plaza. (Clerk’s Note: A PowerPoint was shown at this time.) Rod Finer, Attorney, stated that the applicant was a national chain with about 150 locations throughout the states and explained some of the activities that would be provided. Councilwoman Caraballo voiced her hope of continued revitalizing on the east side of US 1. Mayor Oravec inquired as to when the ribbon cutting would be, to which Attorney Finer replied 4-5 months. There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Resolution 19-R110. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R110. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.b Resolution 19-R111, Quasi-Judicial-Public Hearing, A 2019-1004 Resolution Granting a Special Exception Use to Allow a School in the Service Commercial (CS) Zoning District for West Park Professional Group, Inc., Located on the South Page 10 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Side of University Boulevard at 542 NW University Boulevard (P19-173) The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R111 aloud by title only. Mayor Oravec opened the Public Hearing and asked if there were any ex-parte communications to disclose, to which Councilwoman Morgan replied that she had spoken with Carolyn Niemczyk, there were no other communications to disclose from the City Council. (Clerk’s Note: A PowerPoint was shown at this time.) Patti Tobin, Long-Range Planning Administrator, stated that she had been sworn in, and that the file was given to the City Clerk’s Office to enter into the record. She explained that the request was for a Special Exception Use to allow a 2,400 square foot school, out of a 62,000 square foot office complex, in the Service Commercial Zoning District which was located on the southside of University Boulevard across from Met Stadium and to the east of the County’s Regional Sports Stadium. She stated that the Planning & Zoning Board recommended approval and that staff added a condition to the resolution to address the applicant’s commitment to have parents/caregivers escort the children into the school, so no queuing or drop-offs would be allowed. Mayor Oravec inquired as to the maximum number of students, to which Ms. Tobin replied 60 and added that it was a 62,000 square-foot area which previously had daycare centers, churches, etc. Councilman Carvelli inquired if there would be a maximum capacity, to which Ms. Tobin replied that it would be through the Department of Education and that Planning & Zoning used the square footage to limit the opportunity for students. Matthew Saxton & Kristine Erice, Exceptional Academy for Differently-Abled Learners, Inc., stated that they would start with 15 students but have a business model to accommodate 30 students; above that they would relocate into a bigger facility. Debbie Butler, Advocate, stated that the owner of the property offered a First Right of Refusal for an adjacent location. Councilman Carvelli inquired if the school district or the state would perform an inspection on the usage of the square footage, to which Mr. Saxton responded in the affirmative and added that the state would perform the inspection for scholarships. Ms. Erice stated that they were approved to be part of the state scholarship program for the year and their inspection was scheduled for the 2nd week in December. Ms. Butler stated that the school had support from the community as well as a premium school for autism that was located in Jupiter. Mayor Oravec inquired if City Council would need to approve a higher student ratio, to which Ms. Tobin replied that any increase in size would require approval from City Council and Page 11 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 added that the condition which was placed by staff should alleviate the Mayor’s concern of stacking. There being no further discussion, Councilwoman Morgan moved to approve Resolution 19-R111. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R111 with staff’s recommendation and condition. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. A break was called at 8:54 p.m., and the meeting resumed at 9:03 p.m. 11.c Resolution 19-R113, Officially Designating the Crosstown 2019-950 Parkway Open Space Recreation Area as “United States Submarine Veterans Memorial Park” (Clerk’s Note: This item was removed at the request of the City Manager.) 11.d Resolution 19-R114, Authorizing the City Manager or 2019-1037 Designee to enter into a Local Agency Program Supplemental Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation Concerning the Extension of Time under the Local Agency Program Agreement for the Crosstown Parkway Extension Project (Clerk’s Note: This item was heard after Item 10 h).) The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R114 aloud by title only. There being no discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Resolution 19-R114. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R114. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.e Resolution 19-R115, A Resolution Approving and Accepting 2019-1042 the Preliminary Subdivision Plat with Construction Plans for Esplanade at Tradition (p19-100) The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R115 aloud by title only. Ms. Price stated that the file was given to the City Clerk’s Office to enter into the record and explained that the item was for Esplanade at Tradition, which consisted of 620 single-family lots, an amenity center, 14 small lakes and 3 wetland areas; approximately 293 acres located south of Crosstown Parkway, west of Village Parkway, and north of Tradition Parkway. She stated that the property was subject to the conditions of Page 12 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 the Western Grove DRI development order. Mayor Oravec inquired as to whom was responsible for extending Crosstown Parkway, to which Colt Schwerdt, Public Works Deputy Director, replied that Verano had to extend it to North-South A, and then the developer of Western Grove had to develop it from North-South A to Rangeline Road. He added it would be based on trip generations and residential thresholds and would be some time before it was extended. Mayor Oravec requested a follow up on the thresholds and asked if there was an out to the north, to which Mr. Schwerdt responded in the negative. He responded that there was an ingress/egress out to the north but not a permanent secondary out, which would be on Crosstown Parkway. Mayor Oravec requested a larger sized set of plans to see more clearly. There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Resolution 19-R115. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. Councilwoman Caraballo requested a memorandum that explains the state statue and extensions of development approvals resulting from declarations of emergency. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R115. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.f Resolution 19-R116, Approve a Resolution to Revise City 2019-1002 Council Directed Policy #18-02 Investment Policy. The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R116 aloud by title only. Faye Henry, City Treasurer, explained that she added transparency on bids for bonds to reassure that she receives the price that most institutional buyers are using and also increased the CD max from 3 to 5 years. Mayor Oravec asked if the 5-year was invoked, would Ms. Henry make sure that there was enough liquidity, to which Ms. Henry responded in the affirmative and added that she preferred 3-6 month liquidity. Councilman Carvelli inquired if an interest penalty would be charged if they got out of a 5-year bond earlier, to which Ms. Henry replied that there were 2 types of CD’s, negotiable and non-negotiable. She added that she made sure that the interest earnings were more than the penalty. Councilman Carvelli requested that the policy date be changed if the resolution passed. There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Resolution 19-R116. Councilman Carvelli seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R116. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.g Resolution 19-R117, Authorization to enter into and execute 2019-1030 Page 13 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 an amendment to grant agreement NF028 between the City and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for McCarty Ranch Extension Water Quality Project -Area 1 The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R117 aloud by title only. Brad Macek, Utility Systems Director, stated that FDEP had extra money for the 319 Grant and that the City had originally received $1,077,276 plus $112,000 and now an extra $215,000. Mayor Oravec stated that he appreciated everyone’s support and thanked FDEP for the additional funds as well as the legislative & congressional delegation. There being no further discussion, Councilwoman Caraballo moved to approve Resolution 19-R117. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R117. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 11.h Resolution 19-R118, A Resolution of the City of Port St. Lucie, 2019-965 Florida, Authorizing an Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement to Provide Maintenance of Stormwater Management System for the Verano Community Development Districts The City Clerk read Resolution 19-R118 aloud by title only. Deputy City Attorney Hertz stated that the item was a standard agreement that the City had with a majority of CDD’s that operated stormwater systems. She explained that the entity who was responsible under the agreement was changed because it was a group of CDD’s that had their own interlocal agreement and their administration had changed. She added that it also allowed for the changing of the administration so that this process did not have to be repeated. There being no further comments, Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve Resolution 19-R118. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. The City Clerk restated the motion as follows: for approval of Resolution 19-R118. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. 12. Unfinished Business There was nothing scheduled under this item. 13. New Business 13.a Use of Westmoreland Historic Structures by the Port St. 2019-850 Lucie Historical Society (Clerk’s Note: This item was heard after Item 7l), at the request of Mayor Oravec.) Page 14 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 The City Manager stated that the City received a proposal from the Port St. Lucie Historical Society, which was similar to the Botanical Gardens, that would allow for the Historical Society to operate the interior of the homes after they were built-out by the City; with the Hunting Lodge being the first building. He added that the agreement outlined the roles of each entity. He stated that one of his goals was to find funds in the FY21 Budget to expedite the construction of the Hunting Lodge. Patricia Christensen, Chairwoman of the Port St. Lucie Historical Society, stated that the Historical Society was very interested in being the operator of both houses so there could be a museum and an education center. Vice Mayor Martin voiced that she appreciated the outline of the proposed business plan but she requested more details, such as what fundraisers would be planned, what kind of activities, what the programming looks like, etc. She wanted to have a one-on-one to brainstorm ideas for the buildings. Councilman Carvelli agreed with Vice Mayor Martin’s comments but still felt that one building should be used for a museum while the other was used for a business entity whose revenues could support both buildings. He stated that the Historical Society should contact the schools to confirm that the museum would be utilized since field trips were not a priority. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that she supported the Historical Society operating both buildings since commercial uses were not conducive in getting funding from the state. She added that the City applied to receive additional funding and had to provide an outline of how a commercial use would tie into the historical aspect. Councilwoman Morgan was in support of Councilwoman Caraballo as well as staff’s recommendation since she thought having a commercial use in one of the buildings would diminish the purpose of the home. Councilman Carvelli stated that he needed more details, a timeline, and guaranteed revenue streams. He stated that items, such as this, had been shown to be ‘money pits’ for local governments and gave an example of the Seven Gables Home and the museum in Fort Pierce. He would not support the item unless one of the homes was utilized as a business and inquired as to what the total cost would be. The City Manager replied that the updated cost estimate was $600,000-700,000 for interior upfitting for the Hunting Lodge, and that the Historical Society would operate it at their cost. Vice Mayor Martin stated that she would support the item and wanted to work in partnership with the Historical Society for educational purposes and felt that to make it successful, she needed a more detailed plan. She said that years ago, with other groups there were a Page 15 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 lot of challenges, therefore she needed more details to make sure history was not repeated. Councilwoman Morgan voiced her admiration for the museum in Fort Pierce with a period home, which was not ADA compliant, and felt that a commercial aspect in the historical homes would diminish it. Mayor Oravec inquired on the attendance of the Fort Pierce museum, the Seven Gables home, etc., to which Ms. Aronson replied that attendance was good during season, but she agreed with Councilman Carvelli’s comment regarding field trips. She said that they partnered with Children Services to bring summer camps to historical sites throughout the County and added that they also partnered with the City of Fort Pierce for the home as well as created a Welcome Center in the building. She believed, since running the Seven Gables Home for more than a decade, that commercial and history did not coincide a great a deal and that retrofitting a historical home into a commercial unit would be extremely costly. Councilwoman Caraballo inquired if other historical facilities had unique amenities, to which Ms. Aronson and Mayor Oravec replied that they each had their own uniqueness. Councilman Carvelli stated that a static display location in South Carolina struggled for attendance, but the combined use facilities were well attended. Mayor Oravec stated that it was fair to work with the Historical Society on the homes and felt that static displays did not generate attendance, but he would support the City Council’s decision. He gave examples of historical places in Boston that were used commercially and stated that if it was put out to bid, a vendor may help with renovating the historical homes. Councilwoman Morgan agreed with Vice Mayor Martin’s request to have a one-on-one brainstorming meeting with the Historical Society. Councilwoman Caraballo requested that the Historical Society have access to the City’s resources to prepare the agreement since her contacts on the Federal Level had ideas for static displays, as well as, being able to fundraise for the homes. Vice Mayor Martin stated that the Historical Society was a 501(c)3 and had the ability to fundraise, at a local level, at any time, therefore they did not need special recognition and felt that the society should have started fundraising months ago. Ms. Christensen replied that there were funds in the bank, but if they wanted members to donate larger sums of money, a facility was needed to be seen. Vice Mayor Martin stated that information should have been included in their business plan. Vice Mayor Martin moved to approve staff's recommendation with a refined, detailed business plan and a drafted formal agreement. Councilwoman Morgan seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Page 16 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Oravec requested that the agreement include issues pertaining to the Botanical Gardens lease, as well as how many uses the City would receive per year. The motion passed with Mayor Oravec, Vice Mayor Martin, Councilwoman Morgan, and Councilwoman Caraballo voting in favor and Councilman Carvelli voting against. 14. City Manager's Report The City Manager stated that adaptive synchronization for Crosstown Parkway would be placed on the December 2, 2019 agenda and hoped that the system would be operational around June 2020. He said that the Bayshore Boulevard half-cent sales tax project had begun as well as roundabout construction. He added that the Utility Force Main would be put into service later on in the week and the Lake Harvey Pergola Project should be constructed by the end of the year. He reminded the City Council that the City’s Holiday Celebration (Festival of Lights) would take place on December 7, 2019. 15. Councilmembers Report on Committee Assignments Councilwoman Morgan- November 14th - Habitat for Humanity Breakfast and the DOT Meeting regarding the St. Lucie West I-95 interchange; November 19th- Boys & Girls Club Donor Appreciation Event; November 22nd- Cleveland Clinic Research & Innovation Center Breakfast; November 25th- Tossed trash with Waste Pro. She stated that on November 8th, the construction at the traffic light on US1 and Port St. Lucie Boulevard was backed up and she had to wait 13 cycles before proceeding through and that the Police Department was called out to direct traffic. She added that she would discuss her displeasure with DOT at the TPO meeting. Since they shut down 2 lanes of a 3 lane road in the afternoon which caused a major backup on US1 with no CEI, nor was there MOT properly submitted. The City Manager informed the City Council that they should have been notified by FDOT for lane closures, and FDOT should not close down 2 lanes during the day. It was the consensus of the City Council that a letter be sent to FDOT regarding the traffic issues caused by work on Port St. Lucie Boulevard and US Highway 1. Councilman Carvelli- November 21st- EDC Reception. He requested that staff review the crossing/turning section of Cashmere Boulevard and the Walmart Neighborhood Plaza since there were many safety concerns. The City Manager stated that the additional left turn lane going west would be opened shortly. Mayor Oravec requested the drivability on the transition of the right turn going south on Cashmere Boulevard. Councilwoman Caraballo- November 12th-15th Florida League of Cities Conference; November 19th- Sandhill Crossing NICE Meeting; November 20th- Canal Point NICE Meeting and the Treasure Coast League of Cities Meeting. She thanked the Chief of Police for handling traffic issues at Mariposa. She stated that Page 17 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 everyone should be counted for the Census since it costs $1,600 per not counted person. Vice Mayor Martin- November 18th- 22nd National League of Cities Parks Tour. She thanked Brad Keen, Parks & Recreation Assistant Director, for attending Morgan’s Wonderland with her and informed the City Council that it was a theme park which was designed for children of all abilities. She also attended Morgan’s Inspiration Island which was a splash park for children of all abilities. She said that they visited a stormwater lake which had a docked pirate area with stocked fish where children could catch and release. She stated that a park in Round Rock, Texas had a play area for children of all abilities, which included a safety village and a speedway attached to it. She expressed that this is the exact park the City needs. (Clerk’s Note: Vice Mayor Martin handed out pictures at this time.) She explained that the park had sponsorship through community by-ins and only used a portion of City funding and she would provide pictures/information to the City Council. Mayor Oravec- November 14th- FDOT Meeting. He stated that Heath Stockton had ideas to incorporate additional improvements into the FDOT project and stated that he fully supported those ideas. He asked if the City Council had spoken with Renaissance School, to which the City Council responded in the negative. Mayor Oravec informed the City Council that Renaissance had published the potential for a high school and he heard that a Career Tech was mentioned as a potential component and that he was going to have a conversation with the school. Councilwoman Caraballo stated that parking was an issue with schools, to which Mayor Oravec replied that if there were specifics the City Council could intervene. The City Manager stated that there had been success with meeting with Marty Sanders from the St. Lucie School Board. 16. Public to be Heard - (if necessary as determined by City Council at conclusion of public to be heard) David Poscich spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Debra Mucklow spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Pauline Pavlick spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Alden Prince spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. Page 18 of 19 City Council Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 Kristen Martens spoke in opposition of the Planned Parenthood facility relocating to Port St. Lucie. 17. Adjourn There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m. ______________________ _______________________ Karen A. Phillips, City Clerk Shanna Donleavy, Deputy City Clerk Page 19 of 19