Placement: Resolutions
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Resolution 26-R35, the Use of CIP Funds for Torino Regional Park in Connection with FDEP Recreational Trails Program (RTP)
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Submitted By: Kristian Willems, Project Manager, Parks & Recreation
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal to Enjoy Culture, Nature and Recreation.
Summary Brief (Agreements/Contracts only)
1. Prepared by: Kristian Willems, Project Manager, Parks & Recreation
2. Parties: City of Port St. Lucie and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
3. Purpose: The existing CIP funding for Torino Regional Park Phase II for recreational trail in support of an RTP grant application
4. New/Renewal/Modified: New
5. Duration: Through completion of project and grant requirements
6. Benefits to Port St. Lucie: Provides clarity on the use of previously approved CIP funds, ensuring eligibility and alignment with RTP grant requirements while supporting expanded trail connectivity and recreational opportunities.
7. Cost to Port St. Lucie (Annual and Potential): $350,000 match; total project cost $700,000
Presentation Information: N/A, staff will be available to answer questions
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the Resolution clarifying the intended use of CIP funds for the Torino Regional Park Project in connection with the RTP grant application.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend and approve the Resolution for the use of CIP funds for the Torino Regional Park Project.
2. Move that the Council not approve the RTP Grant Resolution for the Torino Regional Park Trail Expansion Project Resolution and provide staff direction.
Background: The City of Port St. Lucie has an approved Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2035, as adopted by Ordinance 25-50 and Resolution 25-R47, which includes funding for the Torino Regional Park project (Project No. 22PR007P). Phase II of the project is intended to add new am...
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