Placement: Resolutions
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Resolution 26-R48, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port St. Lucie, Florida, Authorizing the Execution of an Interlocal Agreement with the St Lucie County Tax Collector to Collect a Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Against Residential Properties within the Boundaries of the Area known as the City of Port St. Lucie for the Purpose of Recouping the Costs Associated with the Resident Elected Voluntary Culvert Replacement Program.
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Submitted By: Dennis Murphy, Assessment & Property Tax Admin, Finance
Strategic Plan Link: The City’s Mission to provide exceptional services.
Executive Summary (General Business): This request approves the resolution authorizing the interlocal agreement between the City and St Lucie County Tax Collector to place the new Culvert Replacement Residential Assistance Program on the non-ad valorem tax roll.
Presentation Information: Powerpoint presentation by Louis Johnson - Public Works Assistant Director (if desired).
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the Resolution and authorize the Mayor, or her designee, to execute the Interlocal Agreement attached as Exhibit "A" to the Resolution.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and approve the resolution
2. Move that the Council not approve the resolution and provide staff direction
Background: It is critical to the overall stormwater program that drainage flow freely and damaged culverts are replaced. Due to the demand for culvert pipe replacements, a pilot program was established to support residents with funding when they are required to replace damaged culverts.
In order to qualify, various requirements must be met. Most importantly, for the 10-year interest free loan, the resident will execute documents that effectively secures repayment to the City as a special tax assessment for the property. Loan payments commence on the following year’s tax roll.
The Public Works Department is planning to present an update on this program to City Council at the upcoming Summer Workshop.
Issues/Analysis: Public Works will assess the demand for the Culvert Assistance Program after the first year and will identify the required funding needed for FY 2026/27. This will enable the program to be opened again, offering more residents the opportunity to participate.
Financial Information: The Program eligibility is based on the availability of funds and provided on a first come, first served basis. Public Works allocated $400,000 for Fiscal Year 2025/26. This will support residents.
Special Consideration: N/A
Location of Project: Citywide
Business Impact Statement: N/A
Attachments:
1. Resolution seeking approval
2. Exhibit “A” to the Resolution - Interlocal Agreement
3. Presentation
NOTE: All of the listed items in the “Attachment” section above are in the custody of the City Clerk. Any item(s) not provided in City Council packets are available upon request from the City Clerk.
Internal Reference Number: 26044-05
Legal Sufficiency Review:
Reviewed by Russell Ward, Deputy City Attorney. Approved as to Legal form and sufficiency by Richard Berrios, City Attorney.