TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of North Port, Florida, as the Governing Body of the North Port Road and Drainage District, Approving and Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the State of Florida Department of Transportation State Highway Lighting, Maintenance, and Compensation Agreement Work Order for all Streetlights (352) Located on U.S. Highway 41 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; Providing for Incorporation of Recitals; Providing for Conflicts; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date.
Recommended Action
Option 1: Approve Resolution No. 2026-R-45 as presented.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Approve Resolution No. 2026-R-45 as presented.
• Pros: Ensures the City is reimbursed by Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for funds used for regular maintenance and repair of 352 streetlights along U.S. Highway 41. Approving this Agreement also ensures consistent street lighting along a major corridor, supporting nighttime visibility and public safety for driver, cyclists, and pedestrians.
• Cons: The City remains responsible for covering any maintenance costs that exceed FDOT's reimbursement limits that are not capital in nature. This Agreement also requires the allocation of City staff to manage and perform ongoing maintenance, which may impact the availability of resources for other Public Works tasks.
Option 2: Deny Resolution No. 2026-R-45 as presented.
• Pros: The City may avoid any costs associated with the FDOT Maintenance Agreement, potentially freeing up funds to allocate toward other local projects or priorities.
• Cons: Without FDOT's Maintenance Program and funding, the City loses oversight of the maintenance of the 352 streetlights on US41, risking longer outages and decreased safety along the major corridor. Historically, the City has had a maintenance surplus that would be forfeited if the Agreement is denied.
Background Information
The State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) provides an annual lump sum payment to the City of North Port for the maintenance of streetlights on U.S. Highway 41 within the City.
The annual lump sum payment is intended to cover the City's costs associated with routine maintenance, repairs, and energy consumption for the 352 designated streetlights along the highway. This includes tasks such as bulb replacements, fixture repairs, pole inspections, and coordination with utility providers.
This ongoing partnership supports the City's commitment to infrastructure reliability and public safety, while leveraging state resources to offset local operational costs.
For the period of July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, the City will receive $126,132.16 for maintenance of 352 streetlights. The following provides revenue and expenditure estimates:
1. Fiscal Year 2026-2027:
o Revenue: $126,132.16
o Expenditure: $25,000 (Estimated)
2. Fiscal Year 2025-2026:
o Revenue: $122,457.28
o Expenditures: $10,068.19 (Estimated)
3. Fiscal Year 2024-2025:
o Revenue: $118,891.52
o Expenditures: $16,470.81 (Estimated)
Resolution No. 2026-R-45 has been reviewed by the City Attorney and is legally correct as to form.
Resolution No. 2026-R-45 was provided to the City Clerk’s Office on May 28, 2026, for signature subject to City Commission approval.
Strategic Plan Pillar
Infrastructure & Facilities Integrity
Financial Impact
The Road & Drainage District will receive revenue of $126,132.16 in account 107-0000-344.40-00 in Fiscal Year 2026-2027 with estimated expenditures of $25,000.00 to be budgeted in account 107-5000-541.46-07 for the Agreement, contingent upon approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Road and Drainage District budget.
Procurement
Not applicable.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 2026-R-45
Prepared by: Garrett Woods, CPWP-M, Senior Business Manager
Department Director: Chuck Speake, Public Works Director