Fa-La-La-Fun!
More merriment is in store this weekend in the City of Stuart! First up, get your jingle on at the opening of Santa's City Lights in Memorial Park, followed by jolly vibes with Santa and a holiday gift giveaway in Guy Davis Park at the Miracle on 10th Street, and then merriment in motion with the inaugural "Downtown Stuart Boat Parade Watch Party"! Details for these three events below: |
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Friday, December 13, 2024
Santa's City Lights
Picture this: a magical forest of glowing trees, each one decked out in dazzling Christmas decorations, twinkling lights, and holiday cheer. Santa's making a special stop, a classic holiday movie is playing under the stars, and a feast of scrumptious treats awaits! So grab your favorite festive light lover and come experience the merriment—it's a winter wonderland waiting for you to share the magic! |
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Saturday, December 14, 2024
2024 Miracle on 10th Street
The 23rd annual Miracle on 10th Street at Guy Davis Park features a drive-through holiday gift giveaway for ages 4-12. Holiday music, FREE food, Santa, and many other merry and bright moments await you on 10th Street! Event hours are 11 a.m - 1 p.m. For more information call (772) 215-2411. |
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Saturday, December 14, 2024
2024 Downtown Stuart Boat Parade Watch Party
The annual Marine Industries Association of the Treasure Coast Boat Parade begins at 5:30 p.m., looping through the Manatee Pocket and ending with the grand finale in Downtown Stuart. Santa will be on site for photos with the kiddos, live music by The Jake Walden Band, and don't miss the FREE milk and cookies, hot chocolate and popcorn. The merriment in Downtown Stuart along the Riverwalk Stage Plaza Christmas Tree begins at 6 p.m. |
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"Kodak Moments" from the Dec. 6, 2024, Stuart Christmas Parade
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2025 Mayor / Vice Mayor & Board Appointments
During the City Commission Meeting on Monday, December 9, 2024, Acting Mayor Campbell Rich was elected as Mayor, and Commissioner Christopher Collins was appointed as Vice Mayor for the upcoming 2025 term.
Additionally, the following commission board appointments were made:
Airport Noise Committee: Eula Clarke
Arts Council: Laura Giobbi
Business Development Board: Laura Giobbi
Metropolitan Planning Organization: Christoper Collins / Sean Reed
Stuart Main Street: Christopher Collins
Tourist Development Council: Campbell Rich
Treasure Coast Council of Local Governments: Campbell Rich
Treasure Coast Regional League of Cities: Campbell Rich |
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L: Mayor Campbell Rich. R: Vice Mayor Christopher Collins. |
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Stuart Walmart hosts Annual Shop With a Cop / Firefighter
Each holiday season, children who might otherwise go without Christmas gifts are given the chance to experience the joy of shopping, thanks to the generosity of the City of Stuart police officers and fire rescue personnel. During this heartwarming event--"Shop with a Cop/Firefighter"--11 children were each allotted $125 to spend in Walmart in a one-hour timeframe however they wished. Some filled their carts with the toys and treats they had dreamed of, while others chose clothing and essentials their families needed most. This annual tradition never fails to tug at our heartstrings, as the smiles and excitement of the children remind us all of the magic of Christmas from a child's eyes. It’s a powerful experience for everyone involved, from the volunteers to the onlookers, as we witness the joy and gratitude that fills the air.
Many thanks to the management and staff of the Stuart Walmart for partnering with us to make this event possible over the years.
And thank you to Mayor Campbell Rich, and Commissioners Laura Giobbi and Sean Reed for coming out to support this holiday tradition. |
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Latest Masterpiece Joins the "Mobile Art Gallery"
Capt. Francis Alexandre Adams, a direct descendant of former U.S. presidents, John and John Quincy Adams, was an extraordinary man and he was sometimes referred to as 'The George Washington of Stuart.'
Artwork celebrating Capt. Adams by artist Don MacIntosh is the latest to join the city's sanitation fleet 'mobile art gallery.'
Most Martin County residents have probably seen or visited the small Captain Adams Park, located near Confusion Corner in Stuart, but may know little about the man it honors. Learn more about Capt. Adams here: https://www.stuartfl.gov/765/Captain-Francis-Adams
Thank you, Don MacIntosh, for your beautiful artwork and for helping us honor the beauty and history of the City of Stuart! |
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Fire Rescue Promotion
Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Barbano Montes de Oca on successfully completing his paramedic checkoff this week with Medical Director Dr. Giroux and earning his promotion to FireMedic! We are proud of his hard work and dedication. |
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District Chief Sumner, FireMedic Montes and Dr. Giroux |
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Battalion Chief Lawson awards FireMedic Montes with his new helmet shield. |
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Station 1 A shift crew. |
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Traffic Updates
(1) Partial lane closure, Palm Street from Dixie Highway to Stuart Avenue Street, Oct. 31 - Dec. 31, 2025, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., for the clearing of trees and bushes.
(2) Partial lane closure, Oleander Street from Dixie Highway to North River Drive, Nov. 5, 2024 - Jan. 6, 2025, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., for the clearing of trees and bushes.
(3 Partial lane closure, Australian Street from Dixie Hiway to North River Drive, Nov. 1, 2024 - Jan. 2, 2025, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., for the clearing of trees and bushes.
(4) Partial lane closure, Stuart Avenue, from Palm Street to Oleander Street, Nov. 1, 2024, to Jan. 1, 2025, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., for the clearing of trees and bushes. |
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December 9, 2024, City Commission Meeting Summary
City of Stuart Commission meetings are conducted in the City Hall Chambers and are streamed live. (View HERE). City Hall Chambers are open to the public during the meetings.
The following is a summary of the Monday, December 9, 2024, City Commission Meeting.
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. Arts moment - cancelled.
2. Selection of Mayor and Vice Mayor
Commissioner Giobbi nominated Commissioner Collins for Mayor; motion seconded by Commissioner Collins. Commissioner Reed expressed his opinion that he preferred to follow tradition, with the 2024 vice mayor becoming mayor. Vote was taken and the motion failed 2-3, with Mayor Rich, Commissioner Clarke and Commissioner Reed dissenting.
Commissioner Clarke nominated interim Mayor Campbell Rich as mayor; Commissioner Reed seconded the motion. Motion carried 4-1, with Commissioner Collins dissenting.
Commissioner Giobbi nominated Commissioner Collins for Vice Mayor; motion seconded by Commissioner Clarke. Motion carried 5-0.
PRESENTATIONS
3. Service Awards - December 2024
Service awards were presented by Mayor Rich to:
Johnathan Hatch Fire Department 10 years
Vito Lorenzo Police Department 10 years
Rasheed Hall Commercial Collection Dept. 5 years
Jose Goycocohea Commercial Collection Dept. 5 years
John Coleman Building Maintenance Dept. 5 years
COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS
COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Approval of the agenda moved by Commissioner Clarke, seconded by Commissioner Collins and passed 5-0.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non-Agenda Related) (3 Minutes Max.)
CONSENT CALENDAR
4. APPROVAL OF 11/12/2024 CCM, 11/7/2024 SCM ZIP WORKSHOP #2, 11/19/2024 SCM ZIP WORKSHOP #3, and 11/25/2024 CCM MINUTES (RC)
5. APPROVAL OF THE 2025 MEETING CALENDAR (RC):
RESOLUTION No. 129-2024; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE CITY OF STUART PUBLIC MEETING CALENDAR FOR 2025; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Commissioner Clarke moved for approval of the Consent Calendar; motion seconded by Commissioner Giobbi, and passed 5-0.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
COMMISSION ACTION
6. APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE CODE ENFORCEMENT MAGISTRATES (RC):
RESOLUTION No. 124-2024; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA APPOINTING GEMMA TORCIVIA AND BRETT T. LASHLEY AS CODE ENFORCEMENT MAGISTRATES; AND CONFIRMING THE TERMS OF APPOINTMENT; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Commissioner Clarke moved approval appointing alternate Magistrates Gemma Torcivia and Brett T. Lashley. Motion seconded by Commissioner Collins. Vote passed 5-0.
7. ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER APPOINTMENTS / RATIFICATION OF TERMS (RC):
RESOLUTION No. 126-2024; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA, APPOINTING AND RATIFYING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS AND ADOPTING THE MEMBER TERMS FOR THE 2025 CALENDAR YEAR; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
A draft of the 2025 Advisory Boards is available to download from the City website (www.cityofstuart.us). Commissioner Collins moved approval of the appointments/ratification of terms and motion was seconded by Commissioner Clarke. Motion carried 5-0.
8. ENVIRONMENTAL ATTORNEY JOB DESCRIPTION AND INITIATION OF HIRING PROCESS (RC):
RESOLUTION No. 127-2024; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA, APPROVING JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ATTORNEY AND TO INITIATE THE PROCESS OF HIRING AN ENVIRONMENTAL LAWYER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Commissioner Collins moved approval of Resolution No. 127-2024; motion seconded by Commissioner Giobbi. Motion carried 5-0.
9. APPOINTMENTS OF CITY COMMISSIONERS TO COMMUNITY BOARDS (RC):
RESOLUTION No. 130-2024; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS OF CITY OF STUART COMMISSIONERS AS CITY REPRESENTATIVES TO SPECIFIED LOCAL COMMUNITY BOARDS FOR THE 2025 CALENDAR YEAR; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Board appointments were discussed. Commissioner Collins moved approval; motion seconded by Commissioner Clarke. Motion carried 5-0. Appointments for the 2025 year are as follow:
Airport Noise Committee: Eula Clarke
Arts Council: Laura Giobbi
Business Development Board: Laura Giobbi
Metropolitan Planning Organization: Christoper Collins / Sean Reed
Stuart Main Street: Christopher Collins
Tourist Development Council: Campbell Rich
Treasure Coast Council of Local Governments: Campbell Rich
Treasure Coast Regional League of Cities: Campbell Rich
10. IMPLEMENTATION OF ZONING IN PROGRESS RECOMMENDATIONS (RC):
RESOLUTION No. 128-2024, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA TO DIRECT STAFF ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ZONING IN PROGRESS AMENDING CERTAIN CHAPTERS OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA AS OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED; PROVIDING AN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Commissioner Collins moved approval. Motion seconded by Commissioner Giobbi.
For a summary of the chapters and codes to be amended, and specific votes by Commissioners, please contact the City Clerk.
DISCUSSION AND DELIBERATION
11. EAST STUART HISTORICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE BY-LAWS REVIEW
Discussion took place and by-laws to be amended for committee to only meet when needed.
OTHER
Commissioner Reed moved to remove commercial projects to from the Zoning in Progress unless the project included multi-family. Commissioner Giobbi seconded the motion and motion carried 5-0.
ADJOURMENT 9:26 p.m. |
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Service awards were given by Mayor Campbell Rich to the following: TOP: (left) Johnathan Hatch - Fire Rescue - 10 years; (middle) Jose Goycocea - Public Works - 5 years; (right) Rasheed Hall - Public Works - 5 years. BOTTOM: (left) Vito Lorenzo - Police Department; (right) John Coleman - Public Works - 5 years. |
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Future City of Stuart Meetings
Magistrate Hearing
Wednesday, December 18, 2024, 2:00 p.m.
Community Redevelopment Board
Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Local Planning Agency
Thursday, January 9, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, January 13, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Magistrate Hearing
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 2:00 p.m.
Local Planning Agency
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Joint CRA/CRB/CCM
Monday, January 27, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, January 27, 2025, 5:30 p.m. |
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Calendar of Events
Market on Main
Every Sunday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Flagler Park, 201 SW Flagler Avenue
Produced by Stuart Main Street
More Information: (772) 286-2848
Rock'n Riverwalk
Every Sunday, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Riverwalk Stage, 300 St. Lucie Avenue
Produced by Stuart Main Street and DBA
More information: (772) 286-2848 |
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