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 Accepting Ownership of Donated Real Property Located on Coastal Street and Described as Lot 5, Block 2087, 45th Addition to Port Charlotte Subdivision, Sarasota County Property Appraiser Parcel Identification Number 1131208705; Incorporating Recitals; Providing for Filing of Documents; Providing for Conflicts; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date.
Recommended Action
Option 1: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-R-19 as presented, authorizing the donation of real property located on Coastal Street, North Port, Florida, 34288.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-R-19 as presented, authorizing the donation of real property located on Coastal Street, North Port, Florida, 34288.
• Pros: Allows the City to acquire additional real property without the acquisition cost, creating opportunities for future public use, redevelopment, or revenue generation. This supports long-term planning objectives and enhances flexibility in meeting community needs.
• Cons: May introduce ongoing financial and administrative responsibilities for the City such as maintenance and environmental due diligence.
Option 2: Deny Resolution No. 2026-R-19 as presented.
• Pros: Eliminates the risk of incurring long-term costs, liabilities, and administrative burdens associated with property ownership.
• Cons: Forfeits the opportunity to secure land for future public purposes, redevelopment, or economic benefit, and limits the City’s ability to guide the property’s use in alignment with community goals.
Background Information
Landowner Laurine & John Tomasko are seeking to donate their vacant lot, Sarasota County Property Appraiser Parcel Identification No. 1131208705, located on Coastal Street to the City of North Port. This parcel is a 10,000 square foot residential lot and zoned Activity Center 6. Acceptance of this donated property by the City will enable its use in future negotiations and related initiatives. Staff have reviewed the offer and approved the request for donation. There are no tax liens on this property according to the Sarasota County Tax Collector.
Resolution No. 2026-R-19 has been reviewed by the City Attorney and is legally correct as to form.
Resolution No. 2026-R-19 was provided to the City Clerk's Office on April 10, 2026, for signature, subject to City Commission approval
Strategic Plan Pillar
Economic Development & Growth Management
Financial Impact
In 2025, property taxes and assessments levied on the property totaled $601.
Procurement
Not applicable.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Property Information Report
3. Map
Prepared by: Rita Puglise, Real Estate Coordinator
Department Director: Chuck Speake, Public Works Director