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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 - 5:30 PM
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1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
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Hearings shall also submit such a form. Each speaker shall be limited to 3 minutes for his or her comments. If more than ten (10) speakers
express a desire to speak, the Commission shall determine on a meeting by meeting basis whether to (a) extend the time allotted for citizen
comments to accommodate all speakers, or (b) whether to limit the number of speakers or amount of time per speaker. A speaker's time
shall not be transferable to another speaker.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Agenda – Community Redevelopment Agency
Wednesday, September 13, 2023 - 5:30 PM
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1. CRA Administrative Report
4. PRESENTATIONS
1. 509 – 511 NW 3rd Terrace – Turn Two Duplex Rehab to Low-Income Affordable
Housing
5. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Minutes:
- July 11, 2023 CRA Budget Workshop Minutes
- August 22, 2023 Regular CRA Board Meeting Minutes
2. Travel Requests: None.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-CRA-______
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE DANIA BEACH
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“CRA”) OF THE CITY OF DANIA
BEACH, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING AN APPLICATION TO THE BROWARD
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION AS PART OF THE COMPLETE
STREETS AND OTHER LOCALIZED INITIATIVE PROGRAM AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY APPLICATION TO SECURE FUNDING FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF SOUTHWEST 1ST AVENUE / NORTHWEST 1ST AVENUE
COMPLETE STREET PROJECT ALONG SOUTHWEST 1ST AVENUE /
NORTHWEST 1ST AVENUE FROM NORTHWEST 3RD STREET TO STIRLING
ROAD; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
6. PROPOSALS AND BIDS: None
7. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
1. FY2024 CRA Budget
2. Façade Grant – 50 E Dania Beach Blvd
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-CRA-______
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“CRA”) OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CRA OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A
TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, K. MICHAEL
CHEN’S EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
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FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
8. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
9. INFORMATION ITEMS
10. ADJOURNMENT
City of Dania Beach
Memorandum
DATE: 9/13/2023
TO: Chair and Board Members
FROM: Michael Chen, Executive Director
SUBJECT: CRA Admin Report
There is a lot going on in the CRA. Please connect with us directly to get current and correct
information on what we are doing. Our direct numbers are:
• Michael Chen: 954-924-6801 x 3732
• Bill Harris: 954-924-6801 x 3667
If we cannot answer, leave your name and number and we will call you back.
1. DANIA BEACH INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM
Background: An Innovation Ecosystem has many different platforms to support entrepreneurs
and early-stage ventures. The Dania Beach Innovation Ecosystem includes:
• Education
• Location & Events
• Mentorship
• Incubation & Acceleration
• Funding
• Talent
Update: We have begun planning for a grand opening event for our satellite CRA Office and
IP2Mkt Incubator, probably in late October. We will work with Maxine and FIU to coordinate the
event with the CRA Board’s schedule.
As part of the kick-off for IP2Mkt Hospitality & Technology Incubator’s entry to Dania Beach, the
CRA has reserved an exhibitor table at the Broward County sponsored 2023 Florida
International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) being held October 4th & 5th at the Greater Fort
Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center. FITCE 2023 expects to attract over 2,000
attendees including approximately 500 international businesses and 1,500 local businesses,
global trade representatives from over 60 countries and local trade agencies, and government
leaders from around the world. FIU has committed to co-man the table to talk about the
Incubator and take applications for the next Incubator cohort. The Dan Marino Foundation has
agreed to join our table at FITCE.
Mary Partin, CEO of the Dan Marino Foundation, continues to explore areas for collaboration
with the CRA and the FIU IP2Mkt Incubator.
1. CRA LAND ACQUISITION
The CRA has identified a small parcel of land that would be advantageous to acquire. The timing
of the opportunity is indefinite but may arise with limited advance notice. Therefore, I would like a
polled consensus approval of the Board to pursue the acquisition when the opportunity arises.
1. WEST 1ST AVENUE VISION PLAN / ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT BRANDING
The CRA Board workshop for the West 1st Avenue Visioning Plan is confirmed for Wednesday,
September 20th, 5:30 to 7:30. The meeting notice has been circulated to the Board.
Multi-Media, a video production company, has been engaged to create a documentary video of
the visioning process. The video will include taping and editing a 3-minute video including an
existing conditions flyover (drone) of W 1st Avenue, the workshop input, key interviews, and the
Board adopted designs. They will be at the September 20th Workshop.
1. PATCH
The CRA continues to assemble the information needed to prepare a fact-based due diligence
analysis of the current PATCH location (1201 W Dania Beach Blvd) versus the potential new site
at 1399 Stirling Road.
Biancamaria Bacarossi, our Lead Farm & Market Coordinator, and Jaime Castoro, our farming
and crop consultant, are replanting the raised growing beds and hydroponics so this prime
growing season is not lost. The crops are slow to return and the meager harvests are being
donated to the nearby low-income housing facilities.
1. DANIA BEACH ARTS & SEAFOOD CELEBRATION
At the August 22nd CRA Meeting, I advised that several of the promotional collateral materials
designed for the 2023 Dania Beach Arts & Seafood Celebration received Florida Festivals and
Events Association (FFEA) SUNsational Awards. The awards include:
• Commemorative Poster – 1st Place
• Promotional Mailer – 1st Place
• Tickets / Invitations – 1st Place
• Website – 1st Place
• Promotional Poster – 2nd Place
• Program / Event Guide – 2nd Place
• Event T-Shirt – 2nd Place
City of Dania Beach
Memorandum
DATE: 9/13/2023
TO: Chair and Board Members
FROM: Michael Chen, Executive Director
SUBJECT: 509 – 511 NW 3rd Terrace – Turn Two Duplex Rehab to Low-Income Affordable
Housing
Request:
None
Background:
At the direction of the CRA Board, the CRA initiated RFP No. CRA-22-028 on August 5, 2022,
and closed the process on September 19, 2022. On October 11, 2022, the CRA Board approved
the sale of the duplex at 509 - 511 NW 3rd Terrace to Turn Two Construction, for the rehab of
the property as low-income affordable housing.
Budgetary Impact
None
Recommendation
None
MINUTES OF BUDGET WORKSHOP
DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
TUESDAY, JULY 11, 2023 – 6:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
Chair Ryan called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m.
Present:
Chair: A. J. Ryan IV
Vice-Chair: Lori Lewellen
Board Members: Joyce L. Davis
Tamara James
Marco A. Salvino, Sr.
Executive Director: K. Michael Chen
City Attorney: Eve Boutsis
CRA Secretary: Elora Riera, MMC
2. Budget Presentation and Discussion
2.1 CRA Budget Presentation
Executive Director Chen provided the Board with a draft budget which was included in their
packet.
Executive Director Chen commented that as he worked on the draft budget, he incorporated the
goals and objectives in the 2023 adopted CRA plan, implementation action plan, CRA Board
direction and the discussion and interests from Board members.
Executive Director Chen mentioned that the Dania After Dark and Art and Seafood Festival were
removed from his budget in anticipation that the production of those events be moved to the
Parks and Recreation Department.
Executive Director Chen touched on the following budget items:
- retain funding for the motorcycle show
- inclusion of additional funds for publications
- Plan to budget for due diligence such as for the PATCH location
- Rebuilding Together
Executive Director Chen explained that Calvin Giordano has two approved contracts for 2023
and he entered them because they were not part of the original 2023 budget. In 2024 there is zero
expense associated with them because the first contact will be expensed this year. He will not
know what the proposed contract will be for the construction drawings next year until they
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provide the findings and it will be something the Board can discuss and decide upon in 2024. If
the Board decides to move forward with construction drawings, it would require a budget
transfer and he anticipates it would come from ARPA funds.
- West 1st Avenue Visioning Project
- Funding retained for Incubator office, CRA satellite office, façade grants, etc.
- Land acquisition fund is being carried over to 2024
Executive Director Chen commented that he has a placeholder for the PATCH operational
funding for $79,000. In the implementation strategy, he was to bring a reorganization proposal to
the Board. He would propose to change the Operations Manager position to a Deputy Director
position requiring a higher skillset. He would also like to propose changing the part-time position
to a full-time administrative position and eliminate Kisha’s position.
Discussion ensued regarding support staff within the CRA and the office locations of the staff.
Executive Director Chen stated that the PATCH currently operates with 3 part-time positions. He
is proposing to eliminate two part-time coordinator positions and keep one lead coordinator
position with the idea of bringing in an outside operating agreement.
To answer Commissioner James’ question, Executive Director Chen stated that the support staff
will come from Fruitful Fields, and they will provide multiple positions.
Vice Chair Lewellen is happy to see savings being made and funding is being placed in areas of
need.
Board Member Salvino is excited for the opportunity with the PATCH with the outside
agreement.
Commissioner Davis asked if any of the positions have been advertised and Executive Director
Chen responded that they have.
Mayor Ryan inquired about the satellite office and Executive Director Chen stated that the rent is
$60,000.00 and operating expenses are estimated at $15,000.00 which is the same as 2023. He
believes that the costs can be maintained.
Commissioner James asked about the land acquisition since there is funding but nothing has been
done with it and Executive Director Chen responded that he has received different feedback from
individual conversations with each Board member.
Executive Director Chen commented that staff is aggressively pursuing the acquisition of the
missing piece of land on 5th and Waiters and he could see some of that funding being put towards
the acquisition.
Discussion ensued regarding land acquisitions and the funding budgeted for it.
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Commissioner James asked for an explanation of the livability magazine budgeted for
$11,000.00 and Executive Director Chen explained that it is a magazine subscription sponsored
by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance and they pass out the magazine to any prospect who
goes into their office. They also post an electronic version on their website. It is one publication
a year and the City has a two-page ad in it.
Commissioner James inquired about the website rebuild line item and Executive Director Chen
explained that he is hoping to initiate an RFP to secure a consultant for the CRA website. The
funding was carried over from last year to this year.
Chief Financial Officer Frank DiPaolo commented that the City will be doing a complete
redesign of the City’s website and the CRA website could possibly be done in tandem with the
City’s redesign.
Mayor Ryan inquired about social media and Executive Director Chen responded that social
media is contracted out and the CRA has Facebook and Twitter.
Discussion ensued regarding social media and the maintenance of the CRA website.
Commissioner James noticed that the line items are the same from last year and asked if any of
the expenses are going to increase and Executive Director Chen responded that the numbers are
placeholders because the revenue numbers are generated from Finance.
Chief Financial Officer DiPaolo stated that Finance does a projection to see where they will end
up based on the budget and actual year to date and a lot of these items are going to come in
potentially lower than what was budgeted.
Commissioner James commented that she would like to know of any upcoming projects for the
next budget that the Board would like to include and enter placeholders into the budget for those
projects.
Commissioner Davis commented on a possible opportunity with Oasis Pointe for marketing.
Mayor Ryan thanked Executive Director Chen for the presentation and the Board for their input.
3. Adjournment
Chair Ryan adjourned the meeting at 6:53 p.m.
ATTEST: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
ELORA RIERA, MMC ARCHIBALD J. RYAN IV
CRA SECRETARY CHAIR – CRA
MINUTES OF MEETING
DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2023 – 5:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
Chair Ryan called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
Present:
Chair: A. J. Ryan IV
Vice-Chair: Lori Lewellen
Board Members: Joyce L. Davis
Tamara James
Marco A. Salvino, Sr.
Executive Director: K. Michael Chen
City Attorney: Eve Boutsis
CRA Secretary: Elora Riera, MMC
2. Citizen Comments
There were no citizen comments.
3. Administrative Reports
Executive Director Chen presented his administrative report that was provided to the Board in
their packets. He touched on the following topics:
- Innovation Ecosystem and the satellite CRA office will be available for occupancy at the
end of August. He will work with Maxine on scheduling a grand opening event.
- 2023 Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) being held October 4th &
5th at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center.
- Dan Marino Foundation Headquarters relocation to Dania Beach.
- West 1st Avenue Vision Plan and Arts and Entertainment District Branding work orders
with Calvin Giordano and Associates.
By consensus, the Board agreed to hold a workshop on September 20, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.
- Rebuilding Together collaborated with the CRA to paint, repair, and landscape three
houses with the Memorial Healthcare HERO volunteers on August 19th.
- CRA has been assembling the information needed for the PATCH to prepare a fact-based
due diligence analysis of the current PATCH location (1201 W Dania Beach Blvd) versus
the potential new site at 1399 Stirling Road.
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Board Member Salvino commented about the proposed new location of the PATCH and
suggested that the developer who purchases the land should be required to build a new PATCH
as part of their development.
Discussion ensued regarding the proposed PATCH site location.
- Dania Beach Arts and Seafood celebration promotional collateral materials were
submitted to the Florida Festivals and Events Association for consideration for a
SUNsational award and the CRA has won in many categories.
- CRA/City Promotional Materials - CRA has been working on developing materials to
promote the growth and prosperity of the CRA and Dania Beach citywide. These
materials will be given to existing businesses, commercial property owners, investors,
developers and other uses.
4. Presentations
None.
5. Consent Agenda
Board Member Salvino made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Vice Chair Lewellen
seconded the motion which carried unanimously on voice vote.
5.1 Minutes: July 11, 2023 CRA Regular Meeting Minutes
Approved under consent agenda.
5.2 Travel Requests: Request to Attend Florida Redevelopment Association Annual
Meeting October 25th through October 27th
Approved under consent agenda.
6. Proposals and Bids
There were no proposals on this agenda.
7. Discussion and Possible Action
7.1 Commercial Facade Grant Application - 50 E Dania Beach Blvd
Executive Director Chen introduced the item.
Board Member James made a motion to approve the item.
There was some discussion regarding the painting of the building.
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The motion was seconded by Board Member Davis which carried unanimously on voice
vote.
8. Board Member Comments
Board Member Davis commented on the rebuild together event and she was happy to be a part of
that event.
Board Member James commented on the rebuild together event and she was happy to be a part
of that event.
Board Member Salvino commented on item 7.1 and would like to know what the $19,000.00 is
being spent on.
Mayor Ryan commented that it is an improvement to that building overall.
Vice Chair Lewellen suggested language be included in the application that would require them
to explain what type of business it will be.
Vice Chair Lewellen commented on the rebuild together event and she was happy to be a part of
that event.
Board Member James wished to rescinded her vote for item 7.1. She feels that Board member
Salvino made some valid points.
Board Member James made a motion to reconsider item 7.1. The motion was seconded by
Board Member Davis which passed 4-1 on roll call vote with Chair Ryan voting no.
Board Member James made a motion to continue item 7.1 to the next meeting on
September 13, 2023 to be provided with more information. The motion was seconded by
Board Member Salvino which carried unanimously on voice vote.
Mayor Ryan commented on the rebuild together event and was happy to see the event in Dania
Beach. He thanked Executive Director Chen for his hard work and the Parks and Recreation
department.
9. Information Items
None.
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10. Adjournment
Chair Ryan adjourned the meeting at 6:13 p.m.
ATTEST: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
ELORA RIERA, MMC ARCHIBALD J. RYAN IV
CRA SECRETARY CHAIR – CRA
City of Dania Beach
Memorandum
DATE: 9/13/2023
TO: Chair and Board Members
FROM: Michael Chen, Executive Director
SUBJECT: The City and CRA met with the Broward MPO as a CSLIP pre-application
meeting. The MPO’s Complete Streets and other Localized Initiatives Program
(CSLIP) provides funding for small local transportation projects that will improve
the safety and mobility for all transportation users in Broward. This competitive
grant program can fund projects such as (but not limited to): complete streets
projects, traffic calming and intersection improvements, ADA upgrades, mobility
hubs, bus shelters, bike racks and technology advancements such as transit signal
priority and traffic control devices.
The objective of our interest in submitting a CSLIP application is to secure an
additional source of funding for the construction of the W 1st Avenue streetscape
improvements. As part of our application, the MPO requires an approved
Resolution reflecting the Board’s support/approval for the application.
Request:
Approve the Resolution reflecting the Board’s support/approval for the CSLIP application.
Background:
Creating an Arts and Entertainment District, with an enhanced public realm has been a long-term
goal of the CRA.
The adopted 2009 CRA Plan recommended “A redesigned NW 1st Avenue and its visual
connectivity with Federal Highway may best exemplify a walkable site” and proposed a Master
Plan to design an enhanced public realm for the NW 1st Avenue corridor.
The adopted 2023 CRA Plan proposed to generally designate the areas along Federal Highway
from Old Griffin Road to SE 5th Street as an Arts & Entertainment District. Further, the Plan
encourages streetscape and infrastructure improvements to help improve pedestrian safety and to
increase the activity of the NW/SW 1st Avenue corridor.
At the June 13, 2023 CRA Meeting, the Board approved a CCNA Work Order with Calvin,
Giordano & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $62,820.00 to provide professional services to
develop a Streetscape Vision Plan for an Arts and Entertainment District centered along the West
1st Avenue corridor, from Stirling Road to NW 3rd Street.
Budgetary Impact
No cost impact.
Recommendation
Approve the Resolution reflecting the Board’s support/approval for the CSLIP application.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-CRA-______
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE DANIA BEACH
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“CRA”) OF THE CITY OF
DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING AN APPLICATION TO THE
BROWARD METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION AS PART OF
THE COMPLETE STREETS AND OTHER LOCALIZED INITIATIVE
PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY APPLICATION TO SECURE
FUNDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SOUTHWEST 1ST AVENUE /
NORTHWEST 1ST AVENUE COMPLETE STREET PROJECT ALONG
SOUTHWEST 1ST AVENUE / NORTHWEST 1ST AVENUE FROM
NORTHWEST 3RD STREET TO STIRLING ROAD; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (the “MPO”) approved
the Complete Streets and other Localized Initiatives Program (CSLIP) on July 9th, 2015; and
WHEREAS the Southwest 1st Avenue / Northwest 1st Avenue Complete Street Project,
along Southwest 1st Avenue / Northwest 1st Avenue from Northwest 3rd Street to Stirling Road
(the “Project”) will be evaluated and ranked by the MPO, then vetted to determine
programmability in accordance with the CSLIP policies; and
WHEREAS, a resolution from the City of Dania Beach (the “City’’) Commission stating
support for the Project is required to establish funding eligibility; and
WHEREAS, federally funded projects off the state highway system are delivered using
the federally mandated Local Agency Program (LAP) process; and
WHEREAS, the City acknowledges that the project will be delivered under the Local
Agency Program (LAP); and
WHEREAS, the LAP program is reimbursement-based as specified in the LAP
agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City commits to funding upfront costs for design, Construction
Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services, and construction to be then reimbursed as per the
LAP agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City commits to program funding for construction contingency per the
requirements of LAP; and
WHEREAS, the Project will be constructed within the agency’s right of way; and
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the City, to maintain or coordinate the
maintenance of the roadways after the project completion.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF DANIA
BEACH, FLORIDA:
Section 1.That the above “Whereas” clauses are ratified and confirmed, and they are
made a part of and incorporated into this Resolution by this reference.
Section 2.That the CRA Board supports the Application for the construction of
Southwest 1st Avenue / Northwest 1st Avenue Complete Street Project, along Southwest 1st
Avenue / Northwest 1st Avenue from Northwest 3rd Street to Stirling Road for the Broward
Metropolitan Planning Organization Complete Streets and Other Localized Initiatives Program.
Section 3.That the CRA Board commits to funding any operation and maintenance
(O&M) costs and construction contingency per the requirements of LAP for the Project to the
Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Section 4.That the appropriate CRA officials are authorized to execute all necessary
documents and to take any necessary action to effectuate the intent of this Resolution.
Section 5. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution
are repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 6.That this Resolution shall be effective 10 days after passage.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on ____________________, 2023.
Motion by __________________________, second by ___________________________.
FINAL VOTE ON ADOPTION:
Board Member Joyce Davis ______
Board Member Tamara James ______
Board Member Marco Salvino ______
Vice Chair Lori Lewellen ______
Chair Archibald J. Ryan IV ______
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ATTEST:
ELORA RIERA, MMC ARCHIBALD J. RYAN IV
CRA SECRETARY BOARD CHAIRPERSON
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS:
EVE A. BOUTSIS
CRA ATTORNEY
City of Dania Beach
Memorandum
DATE: 9/13/2023
TO: Chair and Board Members
FROM: Michael Chen, Executive Director
SUBJECT: FY2024 CRA Budget
Request:
Approve the proposed FY2024 CRA Budget
Background:
Attached is a copy of the CRA’s proposed FY2024 Budget. The line item costs and totals are the
same as presented and discussed at the July 11 CRA Board Budget Workshop. The final version
attached has been discussed with and reviewed by Frank DiPaolo, in his capacity as the CRA
Treasurer.
The FY2924 CRA Budget is based on:
• Goals and Objectives in the adopted 2023 CRA Plan Update
• 2023 CRA Plan Update – Implementation Action Plan presentation (Feb 14, 2023)
• CRA Board direction
• Discussions at the July 11 CRA Board Budget Workshop
The content of accounts is itemized so you can identify the projects/programs included in each
account – accounts with itemized expenses are highlighted to help visually identify their content.
Some of the FY2023 line items have been deleted for FY2024, such as the CRA’s production of
Dania After Dark and Arts & Seafood Festival which will be managed by the City Parks and
Rec Department. Some accounts have new expenses itemized and priced that were not included in
FY2023, such as “Prof. Services CRA - Marketing / PR” which includes the GFL Alliance sponsored
Livability Magazine and the Dania Beach Chamber’s Sourcebook.
There are two line items that reflect the Calvin Giordano contracts approved at the June CRA
Meeting. They reflect a contract value of $0 for FY2024. It is expected the visioning and conceptual
design work will be completed during FY2024 and Calvin Giordano will provide a proposal for the
construction/installation drawings to implement the disigns. Those contracts will require a Board
action and, if approved, will require a funding transfer.
A few highlights of the proposed FY2024 budget are:
• CRA Expenses are reduced by $275,652, largely due to the production of Arts & Seafood
and Dania After Dark being moved to Parks & Rec.
• The FY2024 Budget draft reflects the proposed CRA Staffing Reorganization:
1. CRA: Net impact is going from 4 full-time and 1 part-time positions to 4 full-time
positions.
▪ Kathleen’s Manager position, upgrade to a Deputy Director (discussed with
Manager Garcia, HR, and Finance)
▪ Kha’s part-time position, upgrade to a full time accounting/admin position
(discussed with HR and Finance)
▪ Kisha’s position, delete position (discussed with Manager Garcia, HR, and
Finance)
2. PATCH: net impact is going from 3 part-time positions, to 1 part-time position.
▪ Keep Bianca as the Lead Coordinator, part-time. Bianca will continue her
current job functions, which includes administrative tasks. (discussed with
Finance)
▪ The 2 general part-time Coordinator positions (currently vacant), delete
positions. (Savings offset by Fruitful Fields operating agreement. (discussed
with Finance)
• The wage/benefit costs are calculated by the Finance Department and reflect the proposed
reorganization of CRA staff. The calculated values also reflect the cost of living raises
committed to by the City. It should be noted, wage/benefit costs would increase in FY2024
even without the reorganization due to the cost of living raises.
Attachment: FY2024 Budget
Budgetary Impact
Recommendation
Approve proposed FY2024 CRA Budget
FY2024 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET Page 1
FUND 106 - COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCYAcct # Account Description Line Cost Budget Item
REVENUE 106-00-00
361-10- Interest and Other Earnings $40,000
381-00- Non-Op Transfer from General Fund $1,600,000389-90- Non-Op Re-Appropriations Balance $1,036,523$2,676,523
CRA EXPENSE 106-52-01-552
12-10 Salaries and Wages Full-Time $451,63712-11 Salaries and Wages Part-Time (FRS Eligible)$0
12-13 Salaries and Wages Expense Allowance $6,000
12-14 Salaries and Wages Cell Phone Stipend $1,44014-10 Overtime Regular $1,00015-15 Special Pay Accrued Leave Buyback $6,520
21-10 FICA Taxes $28,373
21-20 FICA Medicare $6,63522-20 Retirement Contributions FRS Pension $99,232
22-30 Retirement Contributions Deferred Comp Match $10,470
23-10 Life and Health Insurance Insurance $83,02924-10 Workers' Compensation Premium $65031-10 Prof. Services General $84,900
Ann'l Rpt Layout $5,000
Financial Consultant $11,500Financial Audit $8,050SCORE$6,900
Web Hosting $3,450Other$50,00031-20 Prof. Services Legal (Outside Legal)$11,500
34-10 Contractual Services General $15,855
Environics/Claritas $1,495CoStar$5,340LocalIntel$2,000
We Communicate $4,600
Mail Chimp $920Go Daddy/SSL Security $120
Zoom $1,380
40-10 Travel and Per Diem Training $20,500FRA Conf (3 staff)$4,500FRA Training CRA Board $6,000
ICSC Conf (3 staff)$4,000
Misc Travel/Training staff $5,000Alliance Board Meetings $1,000
FL Events Conf (2 staff)$0
41-10 Communications Services Telephone $2,87542-10 Freight & Postage Services Freight & Postage $3,45046-30 Repair & Maint. Services Vehicles $2,300
47-10 Printing and Binding General $3,000
48-17 Community Events - Mortorcycle Show $5,75049-20 Other Charges/Obligations Legal & Advertising $3,00051-10 Office Supplies General $6,000
52-10 Operating Supplies Gasoline and Diesel Fuel $1,00052-20 Operating Supplies Miscellaneous $3,600Storage$3000
Uniforms $600
54-10 Books/Publications, Memberships, Subscriptions $054-20 Books/Publications, Memberships, Subscriptions $175South FL Business Journal $75
Sun Sentinel $100
54-21 Trade Group / Agency Memberships $4,480
FY2024 ACCOUNTS
REVENUE TOTALS 106-00-00
FY2024 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET Page 2
Acct # Account Description Line Cost Budget ItemGFL Alliance $1875Fl Redevelopment Assn $995
Council of Development Finance Agencies $550
Int'l Council of Shopping Centers $350Urban Land Institute $220BJs Wholesale Club $115
FL Dept Economic Opp $175
FL Housing Coalition $20061-10 Land Acquisition (carry over)$500,000
Fund Transfers $725,431
91-00 Intragov't Transfers Out General Fund $353,87691-11 Intragov't Transfers Out CRA Community Gardens $202,81291-51 Intragov't Transfers Out Transfer to Facilities Fund $44,051
91-52 Intragov't Transfers Out Transfer to Fleet $14,196
91-53 Intragov't Transfers Out Transfer to IT Systems $110,49699-80 Other Uses Reserve for CRA $0
$2,088,802CITY CENTER EXPENSES 106-52-02-552 31-41 Prof. Services CRA - Marketing / PR $159,221Website Rebuild $30,000
Alliance Sourcebook $5,456
Livability Magazine (GFLA)$11,220DB Chamber Sourcebook $3,295Economic Sourcebook $4,140
Social Media Contract $40,250Dania Press $13,800Cohoots$5,750
CultureOwl $5,750
Graphic Design $23,000Photography/Videography $11,500Other Ads $5,060
31-42 Prof. Services CRA - Redevelopment Initiatives $149,200
Rebuild Together $120,000Surveys$10,000
Appraisals $10,000
Lawn Service $9,200Calvin Giordano - Branding Signage $048-10 Promotional Activities General $13,800
Awards for Presentations $1,150
Event Ad-ons/Reimbursement $6,900Promotional Items $5,750
$322,221CITYWIDE EXPENSES 106-52-08-552 31-10 Professional Services (C Giordano W 1st Ave Eng)$031-42 Professional Services CRA - Redevelopment Initiatives $0
31-43 CRA Economic Development Initiatives $265,500
CRA Satelite Office Rent $60,000CRA Satelite Office Op Expenses $15,000Commercial Façade Grant $55,000
Business Attraction / Expansion Grant $55,000Dist Stimulus Incentives $70,000CRA Annual Lunch $3,500
Hospitality Forum $3,500
Banking Forum $3,500 $265,500
$2,676,523
$2,676,523FUND 106 - REVENUE TOTALS
FUND 106 - EXPENSE TOTALS
CRA EXPENSES TOTAL 106-52-01-552
CITY CENTER EXPENSES TOTAL 106-52-02-552
CITYWIDE EXPENSES TOTAL 106-52-08-552
FY2024 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET Page 3
Acct # Account Description Line Cost Budget ItemFUND 112 - CRA COMMUNITY GARDEN PATCH
Acct # Account Description Line Cost Budget Item
PATCH REVENUE 112-00-00
369-90- Misc Revenues $35,000369-90- Comm Garden Patch Sales $10,000381-01- Non-Operating Transfer from CRA $202,812
$247,812
Wages / Employee Costs
12-11 Salaries and Wages Part-Time (FRS Eligible)$33,495
14-10 Overtime Regular15-15 Special Pay - Accrued Leave Buy back21-10 FICA Taxes
21-20 FICA Medicare
22-20 Retirement Contributions FRS Pension $4,54524-10 Workers' Compensation Premium $2,300
31-10 Professional Services General $25,000
34-10 Fruitful Fields Operating Agreement $77,86534-20 Contractual Services Merchant Card Processing Fees $1,80040-10 Training, Travel, and Per Diem Expenses $1,500
41-10 Communications Services Telephone $200
43-10 Utility Services Water $8,60043-20 Utility Services Electricity $2,50044-10 Rentals and Leases Equipment $5,000
46-10 Repair & Maintenance Services Equipment $2,00046-30 Repair & Maintenance Services Vehicles $5,00046-50 Repair & Maintenance Services Grounds $9,348
47-10 Printing and Binding General $1,500
48-10 Promotional Activ ities General $12,00049-30 Other Current Charges/Obligations Permits & Licenses $60051-10 Office Supplies General $1,000
52-06 Operating Supplies Cost of Goods Sold (Patch)$15,000
52-10 Operating Supplies Gasoline and Diesel Fuel $1,50052-20 Operating Supplies Miscellaneous $15,000
91-51 Intragov't Transfers Out Transfer to Facilities Fund $12,234
91-53 Intragov't Transfers Out Transfer to IT Systems Fund $9,82599-10 Other Uses Contingency $0$247,812
31-10 Professional Services General $052-20 Operating Supplies Miscellaneous $0
$0
31-10 Professional Services General $046-30 Repair & Maintenance Services Vehicles $0
52-10 Operating Supplies Gasoline and Diesel Fuel $0
52-20 Operating Supplies Miscellaneous $064-20 M&E Vehicles $0$0
$247,812$247,812
$2,924,335
$2,924,335
Division 10 - USDA GRANT EXPENSES
FUND 106 + 112 - GRAND TOTALS REVENUE
FUND 106 + 112 - GRAND TOTALS EXPENSE
FUND 112 - REVENUE TOTALSFUND 112 - EXPENSE TOTALS
Division 10 - USDA GRANT TOTALSDivision 11 - DELUCA GRANT EXPENSES
DIVISION 11 - DELUCA GRANT TOTALS
PATCH REVENUE TOTALS 106-00-00 PATCH EXPENSES 112-52-09-552
Activity 552 - INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT TOTALS
FY2024 Accounts
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-CRA-______
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“CRA”) OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE FINAL ESTIMATES OF REVENUE AND
EXPENDITURES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING ON OCTOBER 1,
20232, AND ENDING ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2024; APPROPRIATING FUNDS
AS MAY BE NEEDED OR DEEMED NECESSARY TO DEFRAY
EXPENDITURES AND LIABILITIES OF THE CRA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in accordance with Florida Statutes Chapter 189.016, the governing body of the
Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (“CRA”), operating as a special district, shall adopt
a budget by resolution each fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the proposed budget for the Fiscal Year commencing on October 1, 2023,
and ending on September 30, 2024, has been prepared; and
WHEREAS, the proposed budget was presented to the CRA Board, discussed at the CRA
Board Special meeting held on July 11, 2023, and subsequently adjusted to accommodate the CRA
Board’s direction; and
WHEREAS, the proposed budget for the Fiscal Year commencing on October 1, 2023,
and ending on September 30, 2024 has been finalized by the CRA Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:
Section 1.That the above “WHEREAS” clauses are ratified and confirmed, and they
are made a part of and incorporated into this Resolution by this reference.
Section 2. That the final approved budget for the Community Redevelopment Agency
as attached, marked Exhibit “A”, which is incorporated and made a part of this Resolution by this
reference, is adopted as the final and approved budget for the Fiscal Year commencing October 1,
2023, and ending on September 30, 2024.
Section 3.That all appropriations from the 2022-2023 fiscal year which are
encumbered but unexpended as of the last day of the fiscal year, may be re-appropriated for the
same purpose and incorporated into the budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year at the discretion of
the CRA Executive Director and approval of the CRA Board when applicable. The CRA
Executive Director, with assistance from the CRA Treasurer, shall make the final determination
2 RESOLUTION #2022-CRA-______
on which encumbrances remain open (e.g. ongoing initiatives and/or capital projects) and which
encumbrances are closed (e.g. monthly operations) as of the last day of Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
Section 4.That all other appropriations for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, which are
unencumbered and unexpended as of the last day of the fiscal year, may be re-appropriated for the
same purpose or project or reallocated pursuant to Exhibit “A”, or if complete, shall be re-
appropriated to a reserve account.
Section 5.That CRA staffing positions and capital expenditures reflected and
approved in the annual budget establish CRA Board consent to the staffing and capital
expenditures, and that any additions to staffing or capital expenditures are to be approved through
CRA Board approval of an amendment to the approved budget.
Section 6.That this Resolution shall be in full force and take effect immediately upon
its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on September 13, 2023.
ATTEST:
ELORA RIERA, MMC ARCHIBALD J. RYAN IV
CRA SECRETARY CHAIR
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS:
EVE A. BOUTSIS
CRA ATTORNEY
City of Dania Beach
Memorandum
DATE: 9/13/2023
TO: Chair and Board Members
FROM: Michael Chen, Executive Director
SUBJECT: Façade Grant – 50 E Dania Beach Blvd
Request:
The CRA requests your approval of the Façade Grant application for 50 E Dania Beach Blvd in
an amount of $19,625.00 or 50% of the actual project cost as evidenced by paid receipts,
whichever is less.
Background:
Background: 50 E Dania Beach Blvd is owned by Joshua Kodner, dba Signature Investment
Holding II LLC.
The Project: Josh Kodner believes his Federal Highway/Dania Beach Boulevard location needs
a fresh look to better attract and serve the guests of the nearby hotel and residents of the newly
opened Soleste Seaside Apartments. Specifically, the owner is leasing the building to a restaurant
operator. The façade improvement project includes the installation of new impact windows/doors
and exterior painting. The renovation is estimated to cost from $31,580.00 to $39,250.00 (two
estimates). The Façade Grant application is seeking $19,625.00, representing a 50% match of the
higher estimated project cost. The owner’s share of the construction costs will be self-funded.
Attachments:
Owner’s Façade Grant application
Photos of the existing building
Copies of the construction estimates
BCPA folio sheet and map
Budgetary Impact
The funding for this grant is in account 106-52-08-552-31-43 of the FY2023 CRA Budget.
Recommendation
Approve the Façade Grant application for 50 E Dania Beach Blvd in an amount of $19,625.00 or
50% of the actual project cost as evidenced by paid receipts, whichever is less.
DANIA BEACH
COveuNItY ALDEVE LOPVENT AGE NCY
Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Commercial Property Facade Grant Program
PART 1: PROPERTY INFORMATION / PROJECT FUNDING SOURCES
Property Address: EAst DAnia teach BvD
Property tax folio: Sot34o (3360 Property is in the CRA: Yes No
Property is classified as a "Retail" or "Commercial" use under Broward County Property Assessor's use codes: Yes 1 No
The building at this address has received a City/County-managed financial assistance incentive: Yes No X
Property is withina shopping center: Yes No K
50
Property is owned or occupied by a tax-exempt organization: Yes No
Property is occupied by a business defined as "ADULT ENTERTAINMENT" in CHAPTER 2.5 of the City of Dania Beach Code of Ordinances:: YesNo
Property Is Owned By: An Individual A Corporation A Partnership or LLC
Property Owner (Owner) Name:
Applicant is the Owner: Yes
Applicant is authorized to make this application: Yes No (proof of authorization)
Owner Address: 750
Grant Application
Owner: Phone: -703 o3 Fax: sl4
If yes, business name: NIA D
Date business established:
Owner's business is the primary tenant (+50%) of the Property: Yes No
Total Project Cost:
Maximum CRA Cost Match: 50% X 70%
Sources of Project Funds
Grant Request:
Owner Equity:
Other Funds:
No (proof of ownership required
Boperty OwnerlApplicant
$
100 West Dania Beach Boulevard
Dania Beach, Florida 33004
www.DaniaBeachCRA.org
Email:CetServes O Jashahedne.a
$/942Sn$25,000 max)
Business is +3 years old: Yes O No
I hereby'attest that the tnformation on this application is accurate to the best of my knowedge.
Date
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DANIA BEACH
Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Commercial Property Facade Grant Program
Grant Application coVNUNity REDEVL LOPMNT AS[NCY
ApplicantProperty Owner:
PART 2: PROJECT SCOPE OF WNORK / SUMMARY PROJECT BUDGET
Owner's Address:7s0
Property Address:
Owner's: Phone: 5L703 (ot3 Fax:
2.
3.
TnstaiLnpact
Market-rate costs (labor and materials) paid to third-party licensed contractors that
construct the improvements are eligible costs. Grant funds cannot be used for acquiring
property. All work must be performed in a first-class workmanlike manner in compliance
with regulations of the City of Dania Beach and must meet all applicable codes. Portions
of the Project cost not funded by the approved Grant must be funded by the Owner Any
improvements undertaken prior to execution of the Grant Agreement, Declaration of
Restrictive Covenants, and Promissory Note will be ineligible for reimbursement.
DESCRIBE THE OVERALL PROJECT AND THE OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT
It is the responsibility of the Applicant to demonstrate the proposed project is in alignment
with the adopted CRA Plans. Provide a comprehensive description of the existing building façade, the Project scope of work, and what the Project will do to change the building's
functionality and "curb" appeal. (Add more pages if r quired.)
diganue INestwect
1. TOTAL PROJECT CoST: S3250
Haro
Grant Request:
Owner Equity:
PROJECT FUNDING SOURCES:
Other Funds:
E Dana Buh Blvo, Danta Beh, F 33 coy
The total project cost must represent the reasonable, current costs of the Project. An itemized proposal for the work to be performed from a licensed general
contractor must be attached. The contractor proposal must reflect your description
of the Project,
Total Project Funding:
Windo s
AollywouO FL 33o19
The total project funding must meet or exceed the total project cost and demonstrate
that the applicant is able to meet their financial obligations as described in the Program.
Proherty OwnerlApplicant
Email: ientsaesptosha kKeoner.
39,2so,o0
I hereby at test that the informaton on this application is accurate to the best of my knoledge.
Date
DANIA BEACH
COMMUNITY AEDEVELOPMENT AGENGY
Owner:
Property Address:
ApplicantUProperty Owner:
Contractor fees
Architecturallengineering plans
Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
All work must be performed by contractor(s) with a valid Florida Contractor License and must be registered with the City of Dania
Beach. Only improvements seen fron the building's street frontage (2 sides if the building is on a corner lot) wil be eligible for a
grant award. Eligibility of work included in the calculation of a grant award is at the sole discretion of the CRA.
Facade Grant Program
Grant Application
Removal of deteriorated or undesirable exterior alterations.
Exterior painting.
Exterior improvement, restoration, or rehabilitation
Repair, replacement, or installation of new storefront impact windows
Repair, replacement, or installation of new exterior doors
PART 3: LINE ITEM BUDGET
Addres 25 Hacoeee Ho icep Phóhe. S -703103
Repair, replacement, or installation of new awnings.
Roof repairs
Repair, replacement, or installation of new exteriorlighting.
Renewal or installation of new landscaping.
Structural stabilization
Dumpster enclosure
Improvement Description
Signage,(Must be part of a bigger project and permanenty affixed to the building. Maximum of ten (10%)
percent of the total grant award)
ADA compliance features/modifications
General maintenance items
Parking lot improvements (Must be part of a bigger project. Maximum of twenty (20%) percent of the total
grant award.)
Other Improvements: (describe)
Other Improvements: (describe)
Other Improvements: (describe)
TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET
Property Owner/Applicant
$
Date
Line Itenm Cost
$
$
$
$ 3923O.o0
I hereby attestlam the Property Owner with authority to encumber the Property and the
informatin gn this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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https://bcpa.net/RecInfo.asp?URL_Folio=504234013360 1/1
Site Address 50 E DANIA BEACH BOULEVARD, DANIA BEACH FL 33004
Property Owner SIGNATURE INVESTMENT
HOLDINGS II LLC
Mailing Address 19 S FEDERAL HWY DANIA BEACH FL 33304
ID #5042 34 01 3360
Millage 0413
Use 21-01
Abbr Legal
Description
TOWN OF MODELO (DANIA) B-49 D LOT 1 E 61 LESS RD,4 E 61,5 E 61 OF N 30 BLK 23
The just values displayed below were set in compliance with Sec. 193.011, Fla. Stat., and include a
reduction for costs of sale and other adjustments required by Sec. 193.011(8).
* 2023 values are considered "working values" and are subject to change.Property Assessment Values
Year Land Building /
Improvement
Just / Market
Value
Assessed /
SOH Value Tax
2023*$80,110 $154,760 $234,870 $224,270
2022 $80,110 $123,780 $203,890 $203,890 $4,967.34
2021 $80,110 $123,780 $203,890 $203,890 $4,948.13
2023* Exemptions and Taxable Values by Taxing Authority
County School Board Municipal Independent
Just Value $234,870 $234,870 $234,870 $234,870
Portability 0 0 0 0
Assessed/SOH $224,270 $234,870 $224,270 $224,270
Homestead 0 0 0 0
Add. Homestead 0 0 0 0
Wid/Vet/Dis 0 0 0 0
Senior 0 0 0 0
Exempt Type 0 0 0 0
Taxable $224,270 $234,870 $224,270 $224,270
Sales History
Date Type Price Book/Page or CIN
3/6/2023 WD-D $700,000 118727150
6/21/2018 QCD-T $100 115154778
11/1/1981 WD $50,000 9897 / 842
6/1/1979 WD $45,000
1/1/1978 WD $50,000
Land Calculations
Price Factor Type
$12.00 6,676 SF
Adj. Bldg. S.F. (Card, Sketch)1085
Eff./Act. Year Built: 1963/1956
Special Assessments
Fire Garb Light Drain Impr Safe Storm Clean Misc
04 DS
C
1085 10.5
Property Id: 504234013360 **Please see map disclaimer
August 10, 2023 0 50 10025ft
0 10 205m
1:600
Flight Date : Jan. 6 to Jan. 11, 2023 Broward County Property Appraiser
City of Dania Beach
City Attorney Memorandum
DATE: 9/13/2023
TO: Chair and Board Members
FROM:
VIA: Eve A. Boutsis, CRA Attorney
SUBJECT: CRA Executive Director Agreement with Michael Chen
Request:
Consideration by the Board to Grant a Two-Year Extension to Executive Director Michael Chen
Background:
Mr. Chen was hired on November 16, 2020. His two-year employment agreement was extended
last year and shall expire on November 15, 2023. Mr. Chen is requesting an extension for a two
(2) year term. Mr. Chen’s current salary, including all COLAs, as of October 1, 2023, is
$169,260.00. Mr. Chen is not asking for any salary increase and the CRA budget remains
consistent (no changes in projected budget). Last year the Board provided the Director a five (5)
day increase in vacation time. Mr. Chen proposes that the remaining terms remain the same:
1. Twelve weeks of severance will be provided if the Executive Director is terminated
without cause during the term of the Agreement.
2. Vacation and Sick Leave will accrue at the same rate as City Department Heads.
3. Personal Days will be five (5) days per year.
Pursuant to section 2.1 of Mr. Chen’s existing contract, the Board must provide at least 30 days
prior notice should the CRA intend not to renew the contract.
Otherwise, pursuant to section 3.1 of the contract, if the Executive Director is later terminated
without cause by the Board before the expiration of the term of employment, and during such
time the Director is willing and able to perform the duties under this Agreement, then the
Director shall receive a lump sum severance payment equal to twelve (12) weeks of his salary (in
accordance with the Board’s normal payroll practices and procedure) and shall be compensated
for all earned and accrued sick leave and vacation leave as of the date of termination to the same
extent as such accruals are earned by Department Heads of the City of Dania Beach, Florida.
However, if termination without cause occurs within the last three months of the term, the
severance payment shall not exceed the balance of time that remains before the term of
employment otherwise expires.
Budgetary Impact
The annual salary will be $169.260.00, plus benefits. The actual cost of employment will be
calculated based on Mr. Chen’s benefit elections and other factors.
Recommendation
The CRA Board is requested to discuss and to possibly take action.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-CRA-______
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“CRA”) OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CRA OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A
TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, K. MICHAEL
CHEN’S EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Board desires to employ the Director to serve as the CRA Executive
Director pursuant to Section 163.356(3)(c), Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Executive Director Michael Chen’s current employment agreement
expires November 15, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the CRA Board seeks to extend the Executive Director’s agreement for a
two-year term; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Chen desires to accept the extension; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to set forth in writing, the terms of employment for the
Executive Director of the CRA with the Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF DANIA
BEACH, FLORIDA:
Section 1.That the foregoing “Whereas” clauses are ratified and confirmed to be true
and correct, and they are made a part of and are incorporated into this Resolution by reference.
Section 2.That the CRA Board authorizes the proper CRA Board Officials to
execute the Agreement with Mr. Chen, a copy of which Agreement is attached as Exhibit “A”
and incorporated by reference into this Resolution.
Section 3.That the CRA Attorney is authorized to make minor revisions to the
provisions of the Agreement as deemed to be necessary and in the best interest of the CRA.
Section 4.That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution
are repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 5.That this Resolution shall be effective 10 days after passage.
RESOLUTION #2023-CRA-______2
PASSED AND ADOPTED on ___________________, 2023.
Motion by __________________________, second by ___________________________.
FINAL VOTE ON ADOPTION:
Board Member Joyce Davis ______
Board Member Tamara James ______
Board Member Marco Salvino ______
Vice Chair Lori Lewellen ______
Chair Archibald J. Ryan IV ______
ATTEST:
ELORA RIERA, MMC ARCHIBALD J. RYAN IV
CRA CLERK CRA BOARD CHAIR
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS:
EVE A. BOUTSIS
CRA ATTORNEY
1
EXTENSION OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR
CRA DIRECTOR, MICHAEL CHEN
THIS IS AN EXTENSION OF THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the
“Agreement”) entered into on this _________________ , 2023, between THE BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“Board” or “CRA”), and K. MICHAEL CHEN, an individual (the
“Director”), jointly referred to as “the Parties”.
WHEREAS, the Board desires to employ the Director to serve as the CRA Executive
Director pursuant to Section 163.356(3)(c), Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Executive Director Michael Chen’s current employment agreement expires
November 15th, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Pursuant to section 2.1 of the agreement, the Board must provide at least thirty
(30) days prior notice should the Board intend not to extend the agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Board seeks to extend the Executive Director’s agreement for two (2) years;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Chen desires to accept the extension; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to set forth in writing, the terms of employment for the
Executive Director of the CRA with the Board.
In consideration of the mutual covenants, terms and conditions contained in this
Agreement, and other good and valuable consideration, the adequacy and receipt of which are
acknowledged and agreed upon, the parties agree as follows:
Section 1 - Duties of the Director.
1.1 Director is employed by and shall report to the Board and shall perform the
functions and duties specified in the job description (attached as Exhibit “A” and incorporated by
this reference) and the services listed in Exhibit “B” (attached and incorporated by this reference)
and such other functions and duties as otherwise prescribed by the Board from time to time.
1.2 The Director is not and shall not be considered an employee of the City. The
Director shall not be covered by the City's Personal Policy Manual and City rules and regulations
and shall have no rights under them.
1.3 The Director shall not be entitled to engage in any other employment or
professional engagements without prior written consent of the Board. Director shall disclose at the
next regularly scheduled Board meeting his involvement in any business, charitable and corporate
(for profit and not for profit) organizations.
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1.4 Director shall comply with the provisions of the State of Florida Ethics Code and
the Broward County Code of Ethics, as each is amended from time to time.
Section 2 – Term.
2.1 Director agrees to remain in the exclusive employ of Board from the date of
renewal, November 16, 2023 for a period of two (2) years (the “Term” of employment), through
November 15, 2025, and the Director agrees neither to accept other employment nor to become
employed by any other employer until such termination date, unless the termination date is altered
as provided below. The Parties agree that this Agreement may be renewed upon their mutual
written agreement. Board and Director shall mutually communicate their respective intent to renew
at least thirty (30) days prior to expiration of the term.
2.2 Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the right
of the Board to terminate the services of Director at any time, subject only to compliance with the
provisions set forth in Section 3 of this Agreement. It is understood between the parties to this
Agreement that Director shall be considered an “at will” employee, subject, however, to the terms
of this Agreement.
2.3 Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the right of
the Director to resign at any time from the position with the Board, subject only to compliance
with the provisions set forth in Section 4 of this Agreement.
Section 3 – Termination.
3.1 The Board may terminate the employment of Director without cause at any time,
without any reason or reasons given.
3.2 In the event the Director is terminated without cause by the Board before the
expiration of the term of employment as set forth in Paragraph 2.1 of this Agreement, and during
such time the Director is willing and able to perform the duties under this Agreement, then the
Director shall receive a lump sum severance payment equal to twelve (12) weeks of his salary (in
accordance with the Board’s normal payroll practices and procedure) and shall be compensated
for all earned and accrued sick leave and vacation leave as of the date of termination to the same
extent as such accruals are earned by Department Heads of the City of Dania Beach, Florida (the
“City”). However, if termination without cause occurs within the last three months of the term, the
severance payment shall not exceed the balance of time that remains before the term of
employment otherwise expires.
3.3 Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.2, in the event Director is terminated
for misconduct as defined in Section 443.036(29), Florida Statutes, the CRA shall have no
obligation to pay the Director any severance pay or any earned and accrued sick leave, vacation
leave or both. Misconduct also includes but is not limited to: (i) breach of any material term or
condition of this Agreement; (ii) conviction of a felony; (iii) gross insubordination; or (iv) willful
neglect of duty.
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Section 4 – Resignation
In the event Director wishes to voluntarily resign from the position before expiration of the
Term of employment, then Director shall provide the Board with at least one (1) month’s written
notice in advance, unless the parties otherwise agree in writing. Upon receipt of such notice, the
Board may, at its sole discretion, advance (accelerate) the effective date of such termination of
employment to any earlier date as may be determined by the Board (“Actual Date of Termination”)
in which case the Board shall pay Director those wages that Director would have earned if not for
the acceleration of the Proposed Date of Termination which in any event shall not exceed a
maximum of thirty (30) days of wages. Such payment shall be paid in a single lump sum payment
or in accordance with the Board’s normal payroll practices and procedure during the thirty (30)
calendar day period immediately following the Actual Date of Termination. In the event of
resignation in good standing by the Director under this Section, the Board shall pay Director all
earned and accrued sick and vacation leave calculated at the rate of pay in effect upon the date of
the resignation, provided the Director has given proper notice as stated above.
Director understands and agrees that a resignation without notice will result in non-payment of
all earned accruals by the Board.
Section 5 - Salary
5.1 The Director shall receive an annual salary of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand,
Two Hundred and Sixty Dollars ($169,260.00) payable in accordance with the same payment
procedures that apply to Department Heads of the City. The Director’s salary will increase to
reflect an annual cost of living adjustment at the same rate and effective time as the cost of living
adjustment provided to City of Dania Beach employees.
5.2 The Director may receive an annual performance evaluation from the Board and, if
favorable, may be entitled to a merit-based salary increase in accordance with applicable City
policies. Nothing in this Section shall limit the ability of the Board to evaluate the performance of
the Director more frequently.
Section 6 - Hours of Work.
The Director is an exempt employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is required to
work as many hours as are necessary to perform the duties of the position. However, the Director
is expected to be ready, willing and able to work during the CRA’s regular business hours, which
are Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Director will be required to attend evening
or weekend meetings in connection with CRA events and programs, and no additional
compensation of any kind shall be paid to the Director for his participation in such events and
programs or for other work or services performed outside of regular CRA business hours stated
above.
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Section 7 - Benefits.
As an employee of the Board, which operates under the same federal ID number as the
City, Director will be eligible for health and pension benefits which will be made available to
Director to the same extent as made available to City Department Heads. The Benefits Summary
and Employee Benefits Handbook is attached as composite Exhibit “C” and is incorporated by this
reference.
Section 8 - Professional Development.
Board agrees to pay the professional dues, memberships, subscriptions and travel expenses
of Director for professional participation in meetings and conferences associated with Director’s
employment and professional development. Travel must be requested and approved by the Board
in advance and must be consistent with the travel policies of the City.
Section 9 - General Expenses.
The Finance Director of the City or designee is authorized to disburse funds from the
appropriate Board account in the amount of $500.00 per month, on the same date as monthly
expense allowance funds are disbursed to City Department Heads, for use by the Director for
personal expenses associated with employment under this Agreement.
Due to the highly responsible nature of the position, the Director is expected to answer
CRA-related calls outside of normal business hours. Therefore, Director shall have the option of
receiving a cell phone stipend, subject to the same provisions as City Department Heads, or a City-
issued cell phone to be used solely for business purposes.
Section 10 - Paid Leave
10.1 Director shall accrue 4.62 hours of vacation per pay period and it is subject to the
same accrual provisions as City Department Heads.
10.2 Director shall accrue eight (8) hours of sick leave per month and it is subject to the
same accrual provisions as City Department Heads.
10.3 Director shall be entitled to “personal” days to be accrued as follows: forty (40)
hours (five (5) days) which will be afforded at the beginning of a calendar year, with one such day
available upon the effective date of this Agreement, to be used before the end of this calendar year.
Such days/hours must be used in the year in which they were afforded and they can neither be
accrued nor converted to cash.
10.4 Director shall be entitled to paid holidays in accordance with the City policy
applicable to full-time City employees.
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Section 11 - Conflict of Interest Prohibition.
11.1 Director shall not, without the express prior written approval of the Board,
individually, or as a partner, joint venturer, officer, shareholder or any other similar position of
any kind or nature whatsoever, invest or participate in any business venture which conducts or
intends to conduct business within the corporate limits of the City.
11.2 Except for purchase of a personal residence, Director shall not own or invest in
any real property within the corporate limits of the City, without prior notification to and advance
written approval by the Board, which approval may be withheld by the Board in its sole discretion.
Section 12 - Other Terms and Conditions of Employment.
12.1 The Board, in consultation with the Director, shall fix any such other terms and
conditions of employment as the Board may determine from time to time, relating to the
performance of Director, provided such terms and conditions are not inconsistent with or in
conflict with the provisions of this Agreement, or any law.
12.2 The Board shall review the Director prior to the termination of the term of this
Agreement.
12.3 In order to enhance the ability of the CRA to create the type of redevelopment that
it desires and to leverage resources that are currently available, the CRA shall, during the tenure
of the Director, continue memberships in the Florida Redevelopment Association, Florida
Community Development Association, Florida Economic Development Council, and the Florida
Housing Coalition, each of which are subject to funding availability as determined by the Board
in its sole discretion.
Section 13 - General Provisions.
13.1 This Agreement contains the complete understanding of the parties and supersedes
any oral statements or representations made by the parties. This Agreement shall not be amended
unless the same formality is observed as was used in the formation of this Agreement.
13.2 The rights and obligations granted in this Agreement are personal in nature and
cannot be transferred or assigned by the Director.
13.3 This Agreement shall become effective upon complete execution by both parties.
13.4 If any provision or any portion of this Agreement is held unconstitutional, invalid
or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement or unaffected portions of it shall not be affected
and shall remain in full force and effect.
13.5 All claims, counterclaims, disputes and other matters in question between the
Board and Director arising out of, relating to or pertaining to this Agreement, or the breach of it,
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or its duties or services, or the standard of performance required in it, shall be addressed by resort
to non-binding mediation as authorized under the laws and rules of Florida; provided, however,
that in the event of any dispute between the parties, the parties agree to first negotiate with each
other for a resolution of the matter or matters in dispute and, upon failure of such negotiations to
resolve the dispute, the parties shall resort to mediation.
13.6 If mediation is unsuccessful, any such matter may be determined by litigation in a
court of competent jurisdiction. For any legal action arising out of or pertaining to this Agreement,
venue shall be in the Circuit Court for the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit in and for Broward County,
Florida, or the federal District Court in the Southern District of the United States. Each party
further agrees that venue of any action to enforce this Agreement shall be in Broward County,
Florida. In any litigation, the parties agree to each waive any trial by jury of any and all issues. In
the event of any litigation which arises out of, pertains to, or relates to this Agreement, or the
breach of it, or the standard of performance required in it, each party shall bear its own attorney
fees and costs.
13.7 Director and Board each had assistance of legal counsel or the opportunity and
means to retain such assistance in connection with the preparation and review of the terms of this
Agreement and none of the provisions of this Agreement shall be construed more strictly against
one party or the other, since the parties mutually negotiated the terms of this Agreement and it was
prepared in writing accordingly.
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IN WITNESS OF THE FOREGOING, the parties have executed this Agreement
effective on the date first appearing above.
DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ATTEST:
BY:
Elora Riera, MMC, CRA Clerk
BY:
Archibald J. Ryan, IV, CRA
Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM AND CORRECTNESS:
BY:
Eve A, Boutsis, CRA Attorney
Signed, sealed and delivered CRA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
in the presence of the following witnesses:
PRINT NAME Signature
K. Michael Chen
Signature PRINT NAME
PRINT NAME
Signature
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF BROWARD
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me by means of ☐ physical presence or
☐online notarization, on , 2023, by K. Michael Chen who is personally
known to me or has produced as identification and did (did not) take
an oath.
Notary Public, State of Florida
My Commission Expires:
Printed Name of Notary