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Thu Jul 30, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
Board to approve $94,614 Microsoft 365 contract and Garden City Substation upgrade
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will meet on August 4, 2026, to approve a $94,614 Microsoft 365 subscription and a contract for the Garden City Substation Autotransformer (GT3) replacement. The board will also appoint a new member to the Utility Advisory Committee, adopt the FY 2027 budget, and approve a purchasing policy manual.
- Approve $94,614 Microsoft 365 Recovery subscription with Carahsoft Technology Corp (Aug 1, 2026–Jul 31, 2029)
- Approve Garden City Substation Autotransformer (GT3) replacement contract with Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC (begins upon execution through Jan 31, 2029)
- Appoint one new member to the Utility Advisory Committee via Resolution UA 2026-19
- Adopt FY 2027 budget via Resolution UA 2026-18
- Approve Purchasing Policy Manual via Resolution UA 2026-20
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SET THE AGENDA
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COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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CONSENT AGENDA:
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Resolution UA 2026-19 Appointment of Member to the Utility Advisory Committee
2.
FPUA Monthly Community Activities August - September 2026
3.
Resilience Plus M365 Backup
E.
REGULAR AGENDA:
1.
Garden City Substation Autotransformer (GT3) Replacement
Our mission is to provide our customers with economical, reliable, and friendly service in a continuous effort to enhance
the quality of life in our community.
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
August
4, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Affairs and Sustainability.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Resolution UA 2026-19 to appoint one (1) new member to the Utility Advisory
Committee (UAC).
For Information Only
POA 26-42: Staff Recommends Approval of funding for the purchase of Microsoft 365
Recovery from Carahsoft Technology Corp, of Reston, VA in an amount of $94,614.00. The
term of this subscription is August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2029.
RFP No. 26-28: Staff recommends the Acceptance of Proposal and Contract for the Garden
City Substation Autotransformer (GT3), with Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC dba Irby Utilities, of
Jackson, Mississippi, in accordance with Contractors proposal. The term of this Contract will
begin upon execution t …
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
FPUA considers $3.27 million contract for Jenkins Road force main extension
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will review several infrastructure contracts and grant agreements. Key items include wastewater system extensions and a multimillion-dollar FDEP grant for plant relocation.
- Amendment No. 5 for Jenkins Road FM Extension (CIP 2.2A) with a GMP of $3,275,932.68
- FDEP Grant Agreement for $2,142,988.99 toward WRF Relocation
- Contract with Fiber Assetco LLC dba Zayo for $186,000 for internet access
- Agreement with Granicus, LLC for communications cloud services not to exceed $88,669.41
- Purchase Order for website modernization from Portland Web Design, Inc. for $54,690.00
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✓ Decided: Board approves $3.28M contract amendment for wastewater system redirection
The Board approved a contract amendment for the Jenkins Road FM Extension and a grant for wastewater plant relocation. Several consent agenda items were passed, including equipment purchases and service contracts. The Board also approved transformer replacements for the Totten Substation.
- Approved Amendment No. 5 with TLC Diversified, Inc. for $3,275,932.68 (unanimous)
- Authorized $150,000 FPUA contingency for CIP 2.2A (unanimous)
- Approved $2,142,988.99 FDEP grant for Wastewater Treatment Plant relocation (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of TT1 & TT2 Transformers for Totten Substation (unanimous)
- Approved $186,000 contract with Fiber Assetco LLC for internet access (unanimous)
- Approved $54,690 purchase order for website modernization from Portland Web Design, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with Granicus, LLC for agenda management and communications not to exceed $88,669.41 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Tanner Industries, Inc. for anhydrous ammonia (unanimous)
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
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CONSENT AGENDA:
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Excuse Vice Chair Kristina Gibbons
2.
FMIT Insurance Policy Update FY26 - Additional Funding
3.
Anhydrous Ammonia
4.
Dedicated Internet Access for Resale
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
July
7, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Affairs & Sustainability.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 2, 2026.
Excuse Ms. Gibbons from the Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Board Meeting.
Accept the increased premium from quote and proposal from the Florida League of Cities on
behalf of the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust (FMIT) for the FY26 policy package to include
our new Mainland Water Reclamation and Reuse Facility within our property coverage from
January 27, 2026 through September 30, 2026.
ITB 26-32: Staff Recommends Award of Bid and Contract for the purchase of approximately
40,000 pounds per year for the supply of Anhydrous Ammonia from Tanner Industries, Inc.,
of Southampton, PA, per vendors pricing submittal for the period of upon execution through
June 30, 2030. Prices, terms and conditions shall remain firm for the initial first year (12
months) of this agreement, with optional increases, at the time of renewal, bas …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
JULY 7, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee
Absent: Kristina Gibbons, Richard D Chess
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Affairs & Sustainability.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 2, 2026.
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 2, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. Excuse Vice Chair Kristina Gibbons
Excuse Ms. Gibbons from the Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Board Meeting.
2. FMIT Insurance Policy Update FY26 - Additional Funding
Accept the increased premium from quote and proposal from the Florida League of Cities on
behalf of the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust (FMIT) for the FY26 policy package to include
our new Mainland Water Reclamation and Reuse Facility within our propert y coverage from
January 27, 2026 through September 30, 2026.
3. Anhydrou …
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
FPUA Board to consider wastewater expansion and utility design contracts
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will review several post-budgeted project requests and service agreements. Key items include wastewater infrastructure expansions and technical service contracts for utility management.
- West 1st Street Phase 1 Low-Pressure Sewer Expansion Project: $170,000.00
- Glenview Force Main Upsizing Design Services with Dewberry Engineering Inc.: estimated $406,461.21
- Make-Ready work for third-party telecommunications attachments: $194,114.16
- Purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: not to exceed $72,440.31
- Fire Sprinkler System Inspection & Maintenance with Veteran Fire Services Inc: $18,000 annually
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✓ Decided: FPUA Board approves multiple utility projects and a gas capacity agreement
The Board unanimously approved a consent agenda featuring several infrastructure and equipment purchases. Additionally, the Board approved a utility work agreement with FDOT and a gas capacity release agreement with the City of Leesburg.
- Approved $194,114.16 for telecommunications make-ready work (unanimous)
- Approved $170,000.00 for West 1st Street Phase 1 Low-Pressure Sewer Expansion (unanimous)
- Approved $65,150 ESRI Enterprise Advantage Program agreement (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 not to exceed $72,440.31 (unanimous)
- Approved $18,000 annual fire sprinkler inspection contract with Veteran Fire Services Inc (unanimous)
- Approved $406,461.21 for Glenview Force Main Upsizing Design Services (unanimous)
- Approved FDOT Utility Work Agreement 438379-5-56-01 for Kings Highway (unanimous)
- Approved gas capacity release agreement with Florida Gas Utility and City of Leesburg (unanimous)
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SET THE AGENDA
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COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
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CONSENT AGENDA:
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Excuse Secretary Barbara M. Bennett
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Make-Ready Work for Permit JB0002078426
3.
Generators Maintenance, Inspections, Repairs & Parts
4.
West 1st Street Wastewater Expansion Phase 1
5.
ESRI Advantage Program 2026
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
June
2, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Carol Wilson, Human Resources.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 19, 2026.
Excuse Dr. Bennett from the Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Board Meeting.
Approve Post Budgeted Project/Budget Request for the Make-Ready work for new third-
party telecommunications attachments in the amount of $194,114.16.
POA No. 26-05: Staff recommends approval of the Service Agreement for Miscellaneous
Generator Maintenance, Inspections, Repairs and Parts with Ring Power Corporation of St.
Augustine, Florida, by piggybacking on State Contract No. 72101517-25-STC, in accordance
with the Contractors pricing sheet. The term of the Service Agreement will be upon
execution of the agreements and terminate on June 29, 2029.
Approve the Post-Budgeted Request in the amount of $170,000.00 for the West 1st Street
Phase 1 Low-Pressure Sewer Expansion Project.
POA 24-29: Staff recom …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
JUNE 2, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee, Richard D Chess
Excused Absence: Barbara Bennett
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Jason Mittler, FPUAnet Manager.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 19, 2026.
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Kristina Gibbons, and unanimously carried
to approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 19, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. Excuse Secretary Barbara M. Bennett
Excuse Dr. Bennett from the Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Board Meeting.
2. Make-Ready Work for Permit JB0002078426
Approve Post Budgeted Project/Budget Request for the Make-Ready work for new
third-party telecommunications attachments in the amount of $194,114.16.
3. Generators Maintenance, Inspections, Repairs & Parts
POA No. 26-05: Staff recommends approval of the Service Agreement for Miscellaneous
Generator Maintenance, Inspections, Repairs and Parts with Ring Po …
Wed Jun 3, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
FPUA considers water main agreement with St. Lucie Village and several infrastructure contracts
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will review quarterly financial results and vote on resolutions regarding electric utility policies and personnel rules. The board is also considering multiple service contracts for facility maintenance and infrastructure design.
- Interlocal Agreement with St. Lucie Village for a potable water main project
- Specific Authorization HCE-26-66-01 for New Island Lift Station Phase 1 Design Services: $313,729.00
- Specific Authorization CES-26-66-01 for Okeechobee Road Force Main project: $414,273.30
- Post Budget Project request for Sunrise Village PUD: $184,500.22
- FDOT Roadway Illumination Agreement for SR-5/US-1 between Glenview Avenue and Lakefront Blvd: $7,000
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✓ Decided: FPUA approves water main agreement with St. Lucie Village and new electric policies
The Board adopted an interlocal agreement with St. Lucie Village for a potable water main project. It also approved a new electric utility infrastructure credit policy and a line extension agreement template. Several utility maintenance and design contracts were approved via the consent agenda.
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-12 for potable water main project with St. Lucie Village (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-13 Electric CIAC Credit Policy (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-14 Electric Line Extension Agreement template (Unanimous)
- Approved $313,729 design services for New Island Lift Station Phase 1 with Holtz Consulting Engineers Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved $414,273.30 for Okeechobee Road Force Main design and build with CES Construction, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved $87,371.25 UPS maintenance contract with Graybar Electric Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved $49,000 total annual gate repairs with Integrated Garage Door Services LLC and A Great Fence (Unanimous)
- Approved $7,000 FDOT Roadway Illumination Services Agreement for SR-5/US-1 (Unanimous)
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SET THE AGENDA
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COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
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CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
Excuse Chair Frank H. Fee, IV
2.
SA HCE-26-66-01 New Island Lift Station Phase 1 Design Services
3.
Misc. Gate Repairs, Parts, & Replacements
4.
ESC Building UPS 5-Year Maintenance
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
May 19, 2026 -
2:00 PM
Energy Services Center
1701 South 37th Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Jason Mittler, FPUAnet Manager.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 21, 2026.
Excuse Mr. Fee from the Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Board Meeting.
Approve Specific Authorization HCE-26-66-01 with Holtz Consulting Engineers Inc., of
Jupiter, Florida, in the estimated amount of $313,729.00, and Post Budget Project/Budget
Request in the amount of $238,729.00 for FY 2026. The Specific Authorization shall
commence upon written Notice to Proceed and will conclude upon final acceptance of the
work by FPUA.
RFIQ 26-35-035: Staff recommends approval of the Purchase Order for Gate Maintenance
Repairs with two vendors, Integrated Garage Door Services LLC of Stuart Florida in the
amount of $24,500 annually and A Great Fence of Port St. Lucie Florida in the amount of
$24,500 annually. The terms of the Purchase Order for both vendors will be May 5, 2026
thru May 4, 2028.
POA No. 20-01: Staff recommends approve …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
MAY 19, 2026, 2:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Richard D Chess
Excused Absence: Hank Fee
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Jason Mittler, FPUAnet Manager.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 21, 2026.
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 21, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. Excuse Chair Frank H. Fee, IV
Excuse Mr. Fee from the Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Board Meeting.
2. SA HCE-26-66-01 New Island Lift Station Phase 1 Design Services
Approve Specific Authorization HCE-26-66-01 with Holtz Consulting Engineers Inc., of
Jupiter, Florida, in the estimated amount of $313,729.00, and Post Budget Project/Budget
Request in the amount of $238,729.00 for FY 2026. The Specific Authorization shall
commence upon written Notice to Proceed and will conclude upon final acceptance …
Wed May 20, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
Board considers $71,288 SharePoint migration and new utility committee members
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will review a contract for Microsoft SharePoint migration and a five-year contract for materials standards. The board is also considering the appointment of two new members to the Utility Advisory Committee.
- Contract with Sentinel Technologies, Inc. for SharePoint migration in the amount of $71,288.20
- Five-year contract for AURSI through Advanced Utility Resources and Supply, LLC (6/1/2026 through 5/31/2031)
- Resolution UA 2026-11 to appoint two new members and remove one resigned member from the Utility Advisory Committee
- Status report on Electric Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) for February 2026 with a recommendation for no change
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✓ Decided: Board approves SharePoint migration and AURSI materials contract
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board approved a five-year contract for materials standards and purchasing, a SharePoint migration project, and the appointment of two new Utility Advisory Committee members.
- Approved five-year contract for AURSI Web Based Online Materials Standards Manual & Purchasing System (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. UA 2026-11 to appoint two members to the Utility Advisory Committee and remove one resigned member (unanimous)
- Approved $71,288.20 contract with Sentinel Technologies, Inc. for Microsoft SharePoint migration (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from April 7, 2026 (unanimous)
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SET THE AGENDA
B.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
AURSI Web Based Online Materials Standards Manual & Purchasing System
2.
Resolution No. UA 2026-11 For the Appointment of Member to the Utility Advisory
Committee
3.
Microsoft Sharepoint Sharegate
E.
REGULAR AGENDA:
1.
Status Report on Electric Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) for February 2026
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
April 21, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Olivia Mittler.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026.
POA No. 08-55: Staff recommends approval of a five-year contract for annual funding to of
AURSI thru Advanced Utility Resources and Supply, LLC of Jacksonville, FL in accordance with
the contractors proposal. The term of the contract will be 6/1/2026 through 5/31/2031.
Approve Resolution UA 2026-11 to appoint two (2) new members to the Utility Advisory
Committee (UAC). This resolution also removes one (1) member who resigned on April 1,
2026.
POA No. 24-10: Staff recommends approval of on-premises Microsoft SharePoint migration
to SharePoint Online with Sentinel Technologies, Inc. of Downers Grove, Illinois in an
amount of $71,288.20 with annual renewals not to exceed 15% annually, through
participation in …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
APRIL 21, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee, Richard
D Chess
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Olivia Mittler.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
Comments from Jamerick Morrell
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026.
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Kristina Gibbons, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. AURSI Web Based Online Materials Standards Manual & Purchasing System
POA No. 08-55: Staff recommends approval of a five-year contract for annual funding to of
AURSI thru Advanced Utility Resources and Supply, LLC of Jacksonville, FL in accordance with
the contractors proposal. The term of the contract will be 6/1/2026 through 5/31/2031.
2. Resolution No. UA 2026-11 For the Appointment of Member to the Utility Advisory
Committee
Approve Resolution UA 2026-11 to appoint two (2) new members t …
Wed Apr 22, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
FPUA to update security deposit policy and approve water tank mural project
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will consider updating its security deposit policy and an agreement for a public art mural on the Jaycee Park water tank. The board will also review contracts for biosolids disposal and anti-scalant chemicals, as well as PFAS class action settlements.
- Resolution No. UA 2026-01 to modernize and unify the Security Deposit Policy
- Interlocal Agreement with Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency for Jaycee Park Water Tank Mural Project
- Piggyback contract with Synagro Technologies LLC for emergency biosolids disposal services
- Contract with Amaya Solutions, Inc. (dba American Water Solutions) for Anti-scalant
- Closing statements for TYCO and BASF PFAS Class Action Settlements
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✓ Decided: FPUA updates security deposit policy and approves water tank mural project
The Board adopted a new resolution to modernize and unify security deposit policies for commercial and residential services. It also approved an interlocal agreement for a public art mural on the Jaycee Park water tank and several utility service contracts.
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-01 to modernize security deposit policies (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-10 for Jaycee Park water tank mural project (Unanimous)
- Approved emergency biosolids disposal contract with Synagro Technologies LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved anti-scalant contract with American Water Solutions (Unanimous)
- Approved closing statements for TYCO and BASF PFAS class action settlements (Unanimous)
- Approved March 17, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
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SET THE AGENDA
B.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
FPUA Monthly Community Activities for April and May 2026
2.
Biosolids Dewatering and Disposal Services for WRRF
3.
American Water Chemicals Inc - Anti-Scalant
4.
December 2025 Quarterly Financial Operating Results
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
April
7, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Relations Specialist.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026.
For Information Only
POA: 26-26. Staff recommends approval of the piggyback contract for emergency biosolids
disposal services in an accordance with the contractors proposal with Synagro Technologies
LLC dba Synagro South, LLC of Baltimore, Maryland, by piggybacking on the Palm Beach
County IFB #25-045/JS Sewage Cake Sludge, Dewatering, Hauling, and Disposal Contract.
The initial term of this contract will be from July 8, 2025, through July 7, 2026, with the
option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms, subject to receipt of the required
Certificate(s) of Insurance and renewal approval by Palm Beach County.
POA 26-30 Staff recommends approval of the contract for Anti-scalant with Amaya
Solutions, Inc. dba American Water Solutions, of Plant C …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
APRIL 7, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee, Richard
D Chess
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Relations Specialist.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026.
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Consent Agenda.
1. FPUA Monthly Community Activities for April and May
2026 For Information Only
2. Biosolids Dewatering and Disposal Services for WRRF
POA: 26-26. Staff recommends approval of the piggyback contract for emergency biosolids
disposal services in an accordance with the contractors proposal with Synagro
Technologies LLC dba Synagro South, LLC of Baltimore, Maryland, by piggybacking on the
Palm Beach County IFB #25-045/JS Sewage Cake Sludge, Dewatering, Hauling, and Disposal
Contract. The initial term of th …
Wed Apr 8, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
FPUA considers $198,500 pump replacement and FY2025 budget amendment
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will review several equipment purchases and professional service contracts. The board is also tasked with approving the FY2025 audited financial statements and a final budget amendment for that fiscal year.
- Purchase of a 250 HP submersible pump from PSI Technologies Inc for $198,500
- NEOGOV workforce management software purchase for $218,339.55
- Roto-differential unit and installation for IWRF Centrifuge for $84,701
- Mechanical integrity testing for Deep Injection Well IW-1 for $84,370
- Resolution UA 2026-08 to amend the FY2025 budget
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✓ Decided: FPUA Board approves FY2025 financial report and final budget amendment
The Board unanimously approved the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2025 and adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-08 to amend the FY2025 budget. Several equipment purchases and service contracts were approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-08 Final Budget Amendment for FY2025 (unanimous)
- Approved $84,701 for IWRF Centrifuge roto-differential unit from Environmental Equipment Services, LLC
- Approved Resolution UA 2026-09 to appoint one member and remove eight members from the Utility Advisory Committee
- Approved $84,370 for Mainland Water Reclamation Facility deep injection well testing from McNabb Hydrogeologic Consulting, Inc.
- Approved $198,500 for Vital Lift Station A replacement pump from PSI Technologies Inc
- Approved $64,750 for ETAP-GIS Data Interface from Operation Technology, Inc.
- Approved $218,339.55 for NEOGOV workforce management software from Government Jobs.com, Inc.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
New Roto Differential Unit for IWRF Centrifuge
2.
Resolution UA 2026-09 Appointment of members to the Utility Advisory Committee
3.
Mainland Water Reclamation Facility Deep Injection Well IW-1 Mechanical Integrity Testing
4.
Vital Lift Station A Replacement Pump
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
March 17, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Carol Wilson, Human Resources.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 3, 2026.
RFIQ 26-82-023: Staff recommends approval for a replacement roto-differential and
installation services for the IWRF Dewatering Centrifuge with Environmental Equipment
Services, LLC of Lakeland, Florida in the amount of $84,701.
Approve Resolution UA 2026-09 to appoint one (1) new member to the Utility Advisory
Committee (UAC). This resolution also removes eight (8) members who are no longer active
with the UAC but were not previously removed via resolution.
Approve the specific authorization MHC-25-66-01 for a lump sum of $84,370.00 to McNabb
Hydrogeologic Consulting, Inc. for professional engineering services required for the
mechanical integrity testing of IW-1, as outlined in the “Proposal for Mechanical Integrity
T …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
MARCH 17, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee, Richard D Chess
Excused Absence: Pearl Davis
Others present: Excused Mrs. Davis
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Carol Wilson, Human Resources.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Kristina Gibbons, and unanimously carried
to set agenda as amended.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 3, 2026.
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 3, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Kristina Gibbons, and unanimously carried
to approve as amended.
1. New Roto Differential Unit for IWRF Centrifuge
RFIQ 26-82-023: Staff recommends approval for a replacement roto-differential and
installation services for the IWRF Dewatering Centrifuge with Environmental
Equipment Services, LLC of Lakeland, Florida in the amount of $84,701.
2. Resolution UA 2026-09 Appointment of members to the Utility Advisory Committee
Approve Resolution UA 2026-09 to appoint one (1) new member to the Utility Advisory
Committee (U …
Wed Mar 18, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board - Special Meeting
Board to vote on IT contracts and rule changes at special meeting
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will hold a special meeting to approve routine IT contracts and amend internal rules. Items include renewing Microsoft Office 365, purchasing VMware licenses, and updating employment and ethical standards. No major policy decisions are scheduled.
- Renew Microsoft Office 365 for $187,009.40 with annual increases up to 15%
- Approve VMware Cloud Licenses for $492,192 over five years
- Approve VMware Cloud Licenses for FPUAnet for $96,840 over five years
- Adopt Resolution UA 2026-07 amending employment and ethical rules
- Safety training for staff
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✓ Decided: FPUA Board approves software renewals and updates personnel rules
The Board unanimously approved several technology contracts with Sentinel Technologies, Inc. and adopted a resolution amending personnel rules and regulations. The meeting also included a safety training presentation.
- Approved Microsoft Office 365 renewal with Sentinel Technologies, Inc. for $187,009.40 (Unanimous)
- Approved 5-year VMWare Cloud Licenses contract with Sentinel Technologies for $492,192 (Unanimous)
- Approved 5-year VMWare Licensing FPUANet contract with Sentinel Technologies for $96,840 (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2026-07 amending personnel rules for employment procedures, ethical standards, and commercial drivers licenses (Unanimous)
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
FPUA Monthly Community Activities March - April 2026
2.
Microsoft Office 365 Renewal
3.
VMWare 5-Year Contract
4.
VMWare Licensing FPUANet (5-year)
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD - SPECIAL MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
March
3, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Energy Services Center
1701 South 37th Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Affairs & Sustainability.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 17, 2026.
For Information Only
POA No. 24-10: Staff recommends approval of the renewal of Windows 365 with Sentinel
Technologies, Inc. of Downers Grove, Illinois in an amount of $187,009.40 with annual
renewals not to exceed 15% annually, through participation in the OMNIA Partners,
(TDSynnex) Contract OMNIA-R250307.
POA No. 24-10: Staff recommends approval of Contract for annual funding to purchase
VMWARE Cloud Licenses for FPUA thru Sentinel Technologies of Downers Grove, Illinois in
an amount not to exceed $95,495 per year for five years totaling $477,475, plus professional
fees in the amount of $14,717 for a total of $492,192, through the OMNIA Partners,
(TDSynnex) contract OMNIA-R200803.
POA No. 24-10: Staff recommends approval of Contract for annual funding to purchase
VMWARE Cloud Licenses for FPUAnet thru S …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD -
SPECIAL MEETING, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee
Others present: Richard Chess
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Affairs & Sustainability.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 17, 2026.
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 17, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. FPUA Monthly Community Activities March - April 2026
For Information Only
2. Microsoft Office 365 Renewal
POA No. 24-10: Staff recommends approval of the renewal of Windows 365 with
Sentinel Technologies, Inc. of Downers Grove, Illinois in an amount of $187,009.40 with
annual renewals not to exceed 15% annually, through participation in the OMNIA
Partners, (TDSynnex) Contract OMNIA-R250307.
3. VMWare 5-Year Contract
POA No. 24-10: Staff recommends approval …
Wed Mar 4, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
FPUA Board to consider water and wastewater rate adjustments
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will hold public hearings for the second reading and adoption of water and wastewater rate adjustments. The board is also reviewing several infrastructure projects and software license renewals.
- Resolution UA 2026-04 and UA 2026-05 regarding Water and Wastewater Rate adjustments
- Estimated $350,000 annual blanket PO with Graybar Electric Company for fiber cable
- Post-budgeted project requests for Treasure Cove PUD ($156,357.61) and Kings Landing Electric Re-Route ($200,000)
- Small Utility Enterprise Agreement with ESRI for $186,600
- Contract for Bio-Hazard Remediation Services with Florida Emergency Cleaning
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✓ Decided: FPUA Board approves 2.23% increase for water and wastewater rates
The Board unanimously adopted resolutions to increase customer and volume charges for water and wastewater services by 2.23%, effective March 1, 2026. The Board also approved a consent agenda featuring several infrastructure and software contracts.
- Adopted Resolution UA 2026-04 for a 2.23% water rate increase (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution UA 2026-05 for a 2.23% wastewater rate increase (Unanimous)
- Approved $350,000 annual blanket PO for Flexsnap Cable with Graybar Electric Company, Inc (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of PowerEdge servers for Security Camera Project from Dell Marketing Corporation (Unanimous)
- Approved $156,357.61 budget request for Treasure Cove PUD project (Unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 budget request for Kings Landing Electric Re-Route project (Unanimous)
- Approved bio-hazard remediation contract with FL Todd Holding Co LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved software license renewals with ESRI ($186,600), Telvent USA, LLC ($150,000), and Spatial Business Systems, Inc (up to $124,750) (Unanimous)
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
Blanket PO for the Purchase of Flexsnap Cable for System Expansion for FY2026
2.
Servers for Security Camera Project
3.
Treasure Cove PUD
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
February 17, 2026 -
2:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Jason Mittler, FPUAnet Manager.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 3, 2026.
POA No. 26-27: Staff recommends participating in the Master Agreement Cooperative
through U.S. Communities/OMNIA Partners Contract No. EV2370 blanket purchase order in
an amount estimated at $350,000 annually with Graybar Electric Company, Inc of Clayton,
Missouri for the procurement of Corning Flex Snap pre-connectorized fiber cable assemblies
and associate appurtenances to support FPUAnet’s future fiber expansion projects. The
term of the of this request is through January 31, 2029 to correspond with the Omnia
Contract.
POA 21-02: Recommend approval for the purchase of one PowerEdge R360 server and two
PowerEdge R760XD2 servers for FPUA’s Security Camera System Project, from Dell
Marketing Corporation, of Round Rock, Texas, under Alternate Florida State Contract
Number 4321000-23-NASPO-ACS, allowing for purchases through June 30, 2028. …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
FEBRUARY 17, 2026, 2:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Richard D Chess
Absent: Hank Fee
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Jason Mittler, FPUAnet Manager.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 3, 2026.
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 3, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. Blanket PO for the Purchase of Flexsnap Cable for System Expansion for FY2026
POA No. 26-27: Staff recommends participating in the Master Agreement Cooperative
through U.S. Communities/OMNIA Partners Contract No. EV2370 blanket purchase order in
an amount estimated at $350,000 annually with Graybar Electric Company, Inc of Clayton,
Missouri for the procurement of Corning Flex Snap pre-connectorized fiber cable
assemblies and associate appurtenances to support FPUAnet’s future fiber expansion
project …
Tue Feb 17, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
FPUA board to hold public hearings on electric, gas, water, and wastewater rates
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority is considering annual rate adjustments based on Public Service Commission Index rates. Proposed changes to electric and gas rates are open for public hearing, while water and wastewater rate resolutions are receiving their first reading.
- Resolution UA 2026-02: Electric Rates (effective March 1, 2026)
- Resolution UA 2026-03: Natural Gas Rates (effective March 1, 2026)
- Resolution UA 2026-04: Water Rates (first reading)
- Resolution UA 2026-05: Wastewater Rates (first reading)
- Resolution UA 2026-06: Schedule of rates and charges for FPUAnet
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✓ Decided: FPUA approves 2.23% rate increases for electric and natural gas services
The Board unanimously adopted rate increases for electric and natural gas services based on the 2025 Florida Public Service Commission Annual Price Index. New rates for these services take effect March 1, 2026. The Board also established a new rate schedule for FPUAnet.
- Adopted Resolution UA 2026-02 for a 2.23% increase in electric customer and usage charges (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution UA 2026-03 for a 2.23% increase in natural gas customer and commodity charges (Unanimous)
- Approved second reading of Resolution UA 2026-04 for a 2.23% water rate increase for Feb 17 meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved second reading of Resolution UA 2026-05 for a 2.23% wastewater rate increase for Feb 17 meeting (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution UA 2026-06 establishing a new schedule of reduced rates and charges for FPUAnet (Unanimous)
- Approved restatement of the FPUA Benefit Plan Wrap Document (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from January 20, 2026 (Unanimous)
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
FPUA Benefit Plan Wrap Document
2.
FPUA Monthly Community Activities - February - March 2026
E.
REGULAR AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
Resolution UA 2026-02 Electric Rates
2.
Resolution UA 2026-03 Natural Gas Rates
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
February
3, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Carol Wilson, Human Resources.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 6, 2026.
Approve the restatement of the Wrap Plan document to ensure ongoing regulatory
compliance and to incorporate recent plan modifications, including updates to coverage,
healthcare transparency legislation, and evolving privacy requirements. There is no change
in cost or additional expenditure. The FPUA requests authorization for the Director of
Utilities to execute instruments related to the Wrap Plan to ensure continued compliance
with relevant provisions of State and Federal law.
For Information Only
This Electric Rates Resolution for annual Public Service Commission (PSC) Index rate
adjustments will be opened up for Public Hearing to allow the public the opportunity to
comment. These rates, if adopted, are effective March 1, 2026.
3.
Resolution UA 2026-04 Water R …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
FEBRUARY 3, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee, Richard
D Chess
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Carol Wilson, Human Resources.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Kristina Gibbons, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 6, 2026.
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Kristina Gibbons, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. FPUA Benefit Plan Wrap Document
Approve the restatement of the Wrap Plan document to ensure ongoing regulatory
compliance and to incorporate recent plan modifications, including updates to coverage,
healthcare transparency legislation, and evolving privacy requirements. There is no
change in cost or additional expenditure. The FPUA requests authorization for the Director
of Utilities to execute instruments related to the Wrap Plan to ensure continued
compliance with relevant provisions of State and F …
Fri Feb 6, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
Board considers $6.25 million power transformer for Garden City Substation
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will review several infrastructure projects and financial agreements. Key items include a request to waive the formal bid process for a power transformer and the adoption of a strategic plan for the Manatee Center.
- Proposed $6.25 million purchase of a 200 MVA power transformer for Garden City Substation at 1819 North 21st Street
- Amendment to FDEP Grant Agreement (LPA0525) to add $5,000,000 in grant funds
- Specific Authorization DW-26-14-01 for $186,189.72 for Revenue Bond Financing with Dewberry Engineers Inc.
- Ratification of $66,975.79 emergency repair of Garden City GT3 transmission transformer by North American Substation Services
- Adoption of the Manatee Center Strategic Plan
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✓ Decided: Board approves $6.25M Garden City power transformer replacement
The Board approved several infrastructure and financial items, including a transformer replacement and a grant amendment. It also adopted a strategic plan for the Manatee Center and extended a gas transmission service agreement.
- Approved $6.25M Garden City Power Transformer Replacement (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to FDEP Grant Agreement adding $5,000,000 in funds (unanimous)
- Adopted the Manatee Center Strategic Plan (unanimous)
- Approved extension of Service Agreement with Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC (unanimous)
- Ratified $66,975.79 emergency repair of GT3 transformer by North American Substation Services (unanimous)
- Approved $186,189.72 for Revenue Bond Financing with Dewberry Engineers Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from January 6, 2026 (unanimous)
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COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
Emergency Repair of GT3 Transformer
2.
Specific Authorization for Professional Engineering Services for Financial Matters DW-26-14-
01
E.
REGULAR AGENDA:
1.
Manatee Center Strategic Plan
2.
2025 NERC Annual Presentation
3.
2025 Electric Reliability Update
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
January 20, 2026 -
2:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Affairs & Sustainability.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 6, 2026.
Ratify approval of emergency repair of Garden City GT3 transmission transformer in the
amount of $66,975.79 by North American Substation Services (NASS).
POA No. 21-68: Approve Specific Authorization No. DW-26-14-01, in the amount of
$186,189.72 for Revenue Bond Financing with Dewberry Engineers Inc., of Fairfax, Virginia.
This Specific Authorization shall commence upon written notice to proceed through
September 30, 2026.
Adoption of the Manatee Center Strategic Plan as the long-term strategic framework
guiding direction, prioritization, and decision-making for the Manatee Center.
2025 NERC Annual Review - For Information Only
4.
Garden City Power Transformer Replacement
5.
Extension of Service Agree …
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
JANUARY 20, 2026, 2:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee, Richard
D Chess
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Calvin Daniels, Public Affairs & Sustainability.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 6, 2026.
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried
to approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 6, 2026.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Kristina Gibbons, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously
carried to approve consent agenda.
1. Emergency Repair of GT3 Transformer
Ratify approval of emergency repair of Garden City GT3 transmission transformer in
the amount of $66,975.79 by North American Substation Services (NASS).
2. Specific Authorization for Professional Engineering Services for Financial Matters DW-26-14-
01
POA No. 21-68: Approve Specific Authorization No. DW-26-14-01, in the amount of
$186,189.72 for Revenue Bond Financing with Dewberry Engineers Inc., of Fairfax,
Virginia. This Specific Authorizati …
Wed Jan 21, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board
Board to approve management consulting contract and water project funding
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will vote on renewing a management consulting contract and approving purchase orders for water and wastewater projects. The board will also recognize staff excellence and hear public comments.
- Renew management consulting contract with G P Hoeffner, Inc. for $1,380,302.87
- Approve $259,722.36 purchase order for Indian River Drive Corridor water/wastewater replacement
- Approve $1,380,302.87 purchase order for Surfside Neighborhood Roadway Improvements Phase II
- Sole-source purchase of e-One Low-Pressure Grinder Pump Stations from Wascon, Inc.
- Excuse Chairman Hank Fee from January 6 meeting
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✓ Decided: FPUA approves over $1.6M for water and wastewater infrastructure projects
The Board approved funding for water and wastewater replacements related to two City of Fort Pierce roadway projects. Additionally, the Board approved a contract for management consulting services and a sole-source purchase for septic-to-sewer conversion systems.
- Approved $1,380,302.87 for Indian River Drive Corridor Improvements water and wastewater replacement (Unanimous)
- Approved estimated $259,722.36 for Surfside Neighborhood Roadway Improvements Phase II water and wastewater replacement (Unanimous)
- Approved sole source purchase of e-One Low-Pressure Grinder Pump Stations from Wascon, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved contract for Management Consulting Services with G P Hoeffner, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 16, 2025 (Unanimous)
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SET THE AGENDA
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COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
Excuse Chairman Hank Fee.
2.
FPUA Monthly Community Activities January - February 2026
3.
Management Consulting Services - 2026
E.
REGULAR AGENDA:
1.
Recognition of Excellence
2.
Indian River Drive Corridor Improvements - Water and Wastewater Replacement
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
January
6, 2026 -
4:00 PM
Fort Pierce City Commission Chambers
100 North US Highway 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Olivia Mittler.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 16, 2025.
Excuse Mr. Fee from the January 6, 2026 Board Meeting.
For Information Only - FPUA Community Activities Calendar for January-February 2026
POA 24-28A; Recommend approval of the Contract for Management Consulting Services,
with G P Hoeffner, Inc. dba Personnel Dynamics Consulting Group of Lakeland, Florida, in
accordance with the Contractors proposal. The initial term of this Contract will be October
1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, with 1-year automatic renewals, contingent upon
receiving the required Certificate(s) of Insurance.
For Information Only
POA No. 13-72: Approve the Purchase Order with the City of Fort Pierce for $1,380,302.87
to fund water and wastewater projects being carried out in connection with the City’s India …
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INUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD, TUESDAY,
JANUARY 6, 2026, 4:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Richard D Chess
Absent: Hank Fee
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Olivia Mittler.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried to
set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 16, 2025.
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried to
approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 16, 2025.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Barbara Bennett, and unanimously carried to
approve consent agenda.
1. Excuse Chairman Hank Fee.
Excuse Mr. Fee from the January 6, 2026 Board Meeting.
2. FPUA Monthly Community Activities January - February 2026
For Information Only - FPUA Community Activities Calendar for January-February 2026
3. Management Consulting Services - 2026
POA 24-28A; Recommend approval of the Contract for Management Consulting Services,
with G P Hoeffner, Inc. dba Personnel Dynamics Consulting Group of Lakeland, Florida, in
accordance with the Contractors proposal. The initial term of this Contra …
Wed Jan 7, 2026
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board - Special Meeting
Board to vote on $229K lift purchase, $3/kWh power cost hike, and natural gas incentives
The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Board will meet to decide on several utility contracts, fee adjustments, and policy changes. Key votes include a $229,661 lift purchase, a $3.00 per 1,000 KWh power cost adjustment, and a natural gas agreement template to incentivize developer use. The board will also discuss repealing a 2020 construction payment program and authorizing gas hedging directives.
- Purchase Skylift Mini-Derrick Super-6000 for $229,661
- Approve $3.00 per 1,000 KWh power cost adjustment (PCA) effective Feb 1, 2026
- Adopt Builder/Developer Natural Gas Agreement Template with up to $50,000 delegation
- Repeal Resolution 2020-05 (CIAC IPP) via Resolution UA 2025-21
- Award 10-year Optical Transport MSA with Intermetro Fiber for $508,523.03
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✓ Decided: FPUA Board approves electric power cost adjustment increase
The Board approved raising the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) to $4.00 kWh effective February 1, 2026. Other key actions included adopting resolutions for natural gas agreements and hedging, and approving several utility service contracts.
- Approved Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) increase to $4.00 kWh effective Feb 1, 2026
- Approved $229,661 purchase of Skylift Mini-Derrick Super-6000 from Ring Power Corporation
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2025-17 Builder/Developer Natural Gas Agreement
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2025-21 repealing the CIAC Installment Payment Program
- Adopted Resolution No. UA 2025-19 Gas Hedging Directive
- Approved 5% Performance Cost Adjustment increase for General Counsel
- Approved $62,500 agreement with Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County, Inc.
- Approved 10-year Master Services Agreement with Intermetro Fiber, LLC for $97,000
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A.
SET THE AGENDA
B.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
D.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
Investment Partnership Dues for FY26
2.
One Time Annual Approval Warehouse Inventory Purchasing Report
3.
AMI Project Management Services - Amendment 2
4.
General Contractors for Misc. Construction Related Projects
FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD - SPECIAL MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
TUESDAY
December 16, 2025 -
2:00 PM
Energy Services Center
1701 South 37th Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Jason Mittler, FPUAnet Manager.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 2, 2025.
Approval of an Agreement between Fort Pierce Utilities Authority and the Economic
Development Council of St. Lucie County, Inc. to provide services from October 1, 2025
through September 30, 2026, for an amount not to exceed $62,500.
INFORMATIONAL ONLY
POA No. 23-31-038 Recommend approval of Amendment No. 2 to the AMI Project
Management Services with WeProject Inc. of Kenly, North Carolina to modify the Scope of
Work and extend the Contract term to project completion or the depletion of funds.
RFP 26-01: Recommend approval for the Acceptance of Proposal and Contract for General
Contractors for miscellaneous minor construction related projects with Aegen LLC of Jensen
Beach, Florida, Close Construction Services LLC of Okeechobee, Florida, Don Hinkle
Const …
📄 From the minutes
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD -
SPECIAL MEETING, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025, 2:00 PM, CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS.
Members Present: Barbara Bennett, Pearl Davis, Kristina Gibbons, Linda Hudson, Hank Fee (2:11 pm)
MEETING TO ORDER
Opening Prayer by Jason Mittler, FPUAnet Manager.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
A. SET THE AGENDA
A motion was made by Linda Hudson, seconded by Pearl Davis, and unanimously carried to
set agenda.
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC:
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 2, 2025.
A motion was made by Pearl Davis, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 2, 2025.
D. CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Barbara Bennett, seconded by Linda Hudson, and unanimously carried
to approve consent agenda.
1. Investment Partnership Dues for FY26
Approval of an Agreement between Fort Pierce Utilities Authority and the Economic
Development Council of St. Lucie County, Inc. to provide services from October 1,
2025 through September 30, 2026, for an amount not to exceed $62,500.
2. One Time Annual Approval Warehouse Inventory Purchasing Report
INFORMATIONAL ONLY
3. AMI Project Management Services - Amendment 2
POA No. 23-31-038 Recommend approval of Amendment No. 2 to the AMI Project
Management Service …
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