HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-03-28 Regular City Commission Meeting MinutesB.OI,L CAI-L
Present
Mayor:
Vice Mayor:
Commissioners:
City Manager:
City Attorney:
Acting City Clerk
MIIIITIIES
DAI{IA CTTT COI'MISSIOil
RE,GTJIAR.IUEgHNG
MARCH 28, 7995
Bill Hyde
John Bertino
Bobbie Grace
Albert Jones
Bob Mikes
Robert Flatley
Frank Adler
Marie Jabalee
IJuVOCATION BY RBVERJ,I|TD POPE
PRESE,NTA?IO]IIS
'r Plaque to Commissioner Grace for her induoion into the Broward'Women's Hall of Fame @ev. Pope)
Reverend Pope presented a plaque to Commissioner Bobbie Grace for her hard work efforts
and accomplishments that have awarded her the induction into the Broward Women's Hall of
Fame.
Commissioner Grace mentioned how unusual ayetr tt has been as she has received nine
awards since January. She expressed her desire to pursue all things in a positive frame of mind
for the people of Broward, Dade and Monroe Counties and the City of Dania and hopefulty,
one day, in Tallahassee and lVashington, D.C.
PI]WED FROM THE CO]\IS.E]II? AGE,IIIDA
Mayor Hyde pulled items 1.3 and 1.16 and Commissioner Grace pulled items 1.4, 7.5, 1.6, 7.7 ,
1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11,1.12,7.13,7.74, and 1.15 from the Consent Agenda.
1REGULAR MEETING MARCH 28, 1995
I. CO]\ISETIT AGE,TIDA
Minutes
1.1 .Workshop meeting of February 21, 1995
1.2 Regular meeting of February 28, 1995
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Benino, seconded by Commissioner Grace ro approve rhe
Consent Agenda with the exception of items 1.3,1.4, 1.5,1.6, 1.7,1.8,1.9, 1.10, 1..1.1, 1.12,
7.73, 7.14, 1.15 and 1.16.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Resolutions
1.3 *A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, RENAMING N T PARK
STREET TO HILL STREET,
Mayor Hyde read the Resolution in its entirety honoring the Hill Family by changing the
name of NW Park Street to Hill Street.
A motion was made by Commissioner Grace, seconded by Vice Mayor Benino to adopt the
resolution.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
1.16 \(AS HEARD AT THIS TIME
1.4 through 1.10. Commissioner Grace advised that she has pulled items 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7,1.g,
1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.13,1.14 and 1.15 from the Consent Agenda.
1.4 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CIfi OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING ROBERT F.
FLATLEY AS CITY MANAGER; PRO.WDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH
APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE
OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTME DATE."
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Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
1.5 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING FRANK C.
ADLER AS CITY ATTORNEY; PROMDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH
APPOINTEE; PRO\,TDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE
OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE,"
1.5 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING IOTILLIAM
ALLEN AS GRO\TTH MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR; PRO\'IDING FOR COMPENSATION
FOR SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE
PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTI\'E DATE."
1.2 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING THOMAS D.
GRAMMER AS FIRE CHIEF; PRO\IIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH APPOINTEE;
PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SER\'E AT THE PLEASURE OF THE CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; AND PRO\,IIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE."
1.8 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING MARIE
JABALEE AS FINANCE DIRECTOR; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH
APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SER\ts AT THE PLEASURE
OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTTVE DATE."
1.9 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING ROBERT PALM
AS UTILITIES,/PUBLIC \7ORKS DIRICTOR; PRO\IIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR
SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SER\,t AT THE
PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTI\,'E DATE."
1.10 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANTA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING MICHAEL \7.
SMITH AS PERSONNEL DIRECTOR; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH
APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SER\.E AT THE PLEASURE
OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; AND PRO\.IDING
FOR AN EFFECTWE DATE."
Commissioner Grace questioned City Manager Flatley on whether a review of all of the
depanment heads has been provided before taking acrion to reappoinrmenr them. City
Manager Flatley expressed his confidence in the city department head staff in comparison wirh
other cities and recommended that everyone be rehired. He mentioned that evaluations have
been provided to the Commission in the past.
commissioner Grace felt that the city does have a fine depanment head staff and that there
may be a need to review some of the depanment heads at the time the new budget is revie.wed
in June or July. commissioner Grace made a morion ro approve items 1.4 through 1.15 until
Budget review time.
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Commissioner Grace restated her motion to approve items 1.4 through 1.10, seconded by
Vice Mayor Bertino.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
Commissioner Jones asked City Manager Flatley to provide him with copies of rhe
evaluations previously distributed on depanment heads.
1.11 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING AGREEMENT
AMONG BRO\TARD COUNTY AND CITY OF DANIA AND JANMAR PROPERTIES, LTD.,
A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FOR INSTALLATION OF REQUIRED
IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO 84/9s PLAT NUMBER 002-UP-88; AND PRO\aIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE." @roperry located at SR 84 and Tram Road)
City Attorney Adler explained that the agreement with Janmar Propenies LTD and Broward
County is for the installation of required improvements relating to 84/95P\^t Number OO2-
UP-88 which will remove a restriction on rhe plat and transfer to a bond.
\(ill Allen, Grov,th Management Director, explained that the agreemenr involves properry at
the southeast corner of State Road 84 and SW 26 Terrace. The agreement indicates that Dania
will not issue any building permits or a cenificate of occupancy prior to receiving a form of
security in the amount of $43,555.64 to insure that public improvemenrs like sidewalks and
road improvements are installed for the adjoining plat.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes Commissioner Jones - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Benino -yes
Mayor Hyde-yes
1.12'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING PARAMEDIC
AGREEMENT BY AND BET\ilEEN AIR DANIA MOTOCROSS JOINT VENTURE AND THE
CITY OF DANIA, RELATING TO \TEEKEND STANDBY AMBULANCE SERVICE; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTN,G DATE."
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A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded by Commissioner Mikes to adopt the
resolution approving the agreemenr among Broward Counry, City of Dania and Janmar
Properties, LTD.
Commissioner Grace commended Air Dania for their professional Motocross operation
which will provide a positive impact on the City. Commissioner Jones complimented Air
Dania for bringing employment opportunities to the City.
Chief Grammer explained to Commissioner Mikes that Air Dania Motocross Joint Venture
has agreed to pay $22.50 per hour for paramedic services and that the amount covers all cost
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Grace to adopt the
resolution approving the agreement between Air Dania Motocross Joint Venture and the City
of Dania.
The motion passed on the foliowing ro11 call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes Commissioner Jones - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Bertino -yes
Mayor Hyde-yes
1.13'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORJDA, APPROVING AGREEMENT
BET\TEEN THE CITY OF DANIA AND RICHARD S. RUBIN OF CONJOR, INC.,
GRANTSPERSON, FOR CONSULTATION SERVICES IN CONNECTION \flITH A GRANT
APPLICATION RELATING TO ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF
DANIA'S FISHING PIER
Commissioner Grace expressed her suppon of Richard S. Rubin of Conjor, Inc. as a
Brantsperson for the City based on her knowledge of him on the Broward County Planning
Council.
Commissioner Jones asked City Manager Flatley to expiain the reasons for choosing Conjor,
Inc. for this project. City Manager Flatley stated that the grant involves Community
Development Trust Funds, otherwise known as Preservation 2000 moneys, and that Richard
Rubin was responsible for obtaining 3 out of 4 grants received in Broward County last year.
The City has an opponunity to obtain two more lots of property amounting to 4 more acres
to extend Dania Beach. The grant agreement would cost $12,000, the City can cancel at
an).time and Mr. Rubin would receiveT.5o/o of the grant not to exceed $70,000. City
Attorney Adler clarified that the grant is a matching funds grant.
Mr. Rubin explained that a rough appraisal of the value of the propeny is required in the
grant application and that it is a 50/50 matching funds grant. The contingency fee is based on
the money received from the State and not on the property wonh. Commissioner Hyde
clarified for the Commission that the City has to pay Mr. Rubin the $12,000 if the grant is
received or not and if the grant comes in for half a million dollars then the City would also
pay half a million dollars.
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Mr. Rubin presented information on granm that he has received for other agencies in the past
two years. He mentioned the need for Commission assistance in proving to the State that the
beach propeny needs to be preserved for environmental reasons and that the grant application
has a good chance. Mr. Rubin presented the following points in the contract:
. The City will have to provide a theme design on how to use the property. The City will have to fine tune their comprehensive plan to make it eligible. An application form is required. An environmental assessment will be needed on the property. There will be a need to seek other sources of funds or matching funds.
Vice Mayor Benino expressed concern for spending this amount of money for propeny that
cannot be built on and suggested to check into whether the State has attempted to purchase
the property. He agreed with starting the process but felt it a good idea to have the concrete
recommendations in place before too much money is spent.
Commissioner Mikes felt that the City would want control over that ponion of the beach and
that the appraisal wiil determine whether building is restricted or not.
Commissioner Jones suggested to see if the City could lease the property instead of purchasing
the land since the land can only be used for open space. City Manager Flatley advised that the
City has tried this alternative and the propeny owners have turned him down. City Manager
Flatley advised that money would have to be budgeted next year and that other funding
mechanisms should be pursued as collateral for a long term bond to pay off the City's share of
the cost.
A motion was made by Commissioner Grace, seconded by Commissioner Mikes to adopt the
resolution approving agreement between the City of Dania and Richard S. Rubin of Con)or
lnc., grantsperson for consultation services in connection with a grant application relating to
acquisition of property located north of Dania's Fishing Pier.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes Commissioner Jones - no
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Bertino -yes
Mayor Hyde-no
Mr. Rubin stated that the grant will expire in August and that he needs four months to put
everything together and that he would report back on other sources of funds for the project.
1.14 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLONDA, AUTHONZING THE CITY
TO CONTRACT TNTH MAT\CST INC., D,/B/A BERMEX INC. FOR '$TATER METER
READING SERVICES.
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Bud Palm, Utilities Director, explained that the company used for meter reading has not been
doing a good job and that other cities have recommended Matvest lnc. dba/ Bermex, Inc. Mr.
Palm explained that the company is willing to provide the service for the same price as
Broward County's bid at 49 cents a meter.
A motion was made by Commissioner Grace, seconded by Commissioner Mikes to adopt the
resolution authorizing the City to contract with Matvest, lnc. D/B/ A Bermex, Inc. for water
meter reading services.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes Commissioner Jones - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Bertino -yes
Mayor Hyde-yes
1.15 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING CONTRACT
FOR SERVICES BET\TEEN YOUNG EN\'IRONMENTAL SCIENCES, INC. AND THE CITY
OF DANIA TO CONDUCT CERTAIN STUDIES AND ANALYSIS TASKS RILATING TO
AIRPORT LITIGATION.
City Manager Flatley explained that the City's Comprehensive Plan needs to be revised and
that it will require an analysis of neighborhood characteristics and recommendations on land
use around the airport. This information can also be used in the litigation against the airpon
expansion.
Commissioner Jones reminded the Commission that Young Environmental Sciences was paid
to conduct a noise demonstration last year and expressed concern for spending another
$37,000 for services that may not provide a benefit in the lawsuit. It was mentioned by Mr.
Flatley that the noise demonstration last year cost the City around $5,000.00.
Commissioner Mikes felt that the City is probably just getting to the legal situation in the
lawsuit now and that costs so far have involved negotiations and sound studies provided so far
for the benefit of the residents. He felt that the study by Young Environmental Sciences will
provide technical material from an expert witness to be used in court to protect 4,000 or more
residents in the north end of the City.
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\flill Allen, Growth Management Director, explained that Attorney Curtis and Attorney
Gallop are recommending approval ofthe contract with Young Environmental Sciences, Inc.
so that they can provide backup to the City's position in the airpon litigation. Mayor Hyde
asked whether this study relates to recent action by the County to condemn properties east of
Federal Highway. Mr. Allen advised that property owners are pursuing individual
condemnation suits east of Federal Highway and that Young Environmental Sciences will be
providing an overall strategy to deal with the effect of noise on the residential community of
Dania.
Commissioner Grace reminded the Commission that the attorneys advised the City that the
Interlocal Agreement y/as the best that the City could have received and thar the additional
money being spent on litigation is a wasre of funds.
Vice Mayor Bertino felt that the City made a commitment to fight the airpon expansion and
that the City has to assist the aftorneys in obtaining knowledge, background information and
research to support the City's legal case.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded by Vice Mayor Bertino to adopt the
resolution approving contract for services between Young Environmental Sciences, Inc. and
the City of Dania to conduct certain studies and analysis tasks relating to airport litigation.
Commissioner Mikes stated that the lawsuit is relevant to the rax base in the City as each
property taken in condemnation by the County is rax revenue loss to the City and quality of
life for people and value on properry has to be maintained. In response ro the Interlocal
Agreement being the best solution, Commissioner Mikes stated that the aftorneys represented
to the City that they thought the Interlocal Agreement was good compared to some of the
previous agreements that had been submitted. Commissioner Grace stated her disagreement
with Commissioner Mikes' conclusion on rhe Interlocal Agreement.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - no
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - no
Vice Mayor Bertino- yes
ITEM 3.1 \flAS HEARD AFTER 1.15
1.16 \UAS HEARD AFTER ITEM 1.3
1.16 Mayor Hyde read the resolution in its entirety recognizing the accomplishments of
Lorenzo White and his professional football career.
Lorenzo Vhite was present for the award and expressed appreciation to the Dania Optimist
Club, City of Dania and his family for honoring him this night..
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Commissioner Jones asked John Vollman, Dania Optimist Club, to presenr rhe Recognition
Award to Lorenzo lWhite and recognized Gloria Golden, Lorenzo's morher, and his two
grandmothers, Mrs. \flhite and Mrs. Golden along with Rob McCoy who were instrumental
in supporting Lorenzo \iflhite in his career. Commissioner Jones commended Lorenzo \White
for his involvement in volunteering his time as a human being to less fortunate individuals.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded by Vice Mayor Berrino ro adopt the
resolution.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
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PROCLAMATIONS - none
BIDS
3.1 Motion to award bid for construction of Modello Park Swimming Pool.
Mike Smith, Personnel Director, explained that the following two bids were received on the
Modello Park Swimming Pool:
+Tampa Contracting Services for $240,400*Pool People fot $178,975
He informed the Commission that there is $138,000 budgeted for the project and that the City
can save $3,000 by using the existing pump house at Modello Park for the pump and
chlorination system in lieu of the Vac Pack system in the specifications. Mr. Smith
recommended the low bidder, Pool People, ar a cost of $106,000 for a base pool and handicap
access that is required by the ADA (American Disabilities Act). He suggested ro conrinue
discussion on using the $32,000 for the add-alternares ar rhe next workshop meeting.
City Attorney Adler advised that the handicap access and the pool are two separate items and
that Mr. Smith can recommend the base pool and demolition for $103,055 and bring back a
change order for the handicap access.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded by Vice Mayor Berrino to accept staff
recommendation to go forward with the base pool of $103,055 with Pool People and bring a
change order back for the handicap access.
In response to why there were only two bids received, Mr. Smith menrioned that this is the
second time the project was bid out and that pool companies do not appear to be interested in
building city pools. He added that the construction schedule for the pool is 120 days for
completion.
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Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
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4.1 "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 15.12
OF CHAPTER 15 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA,
BY AMENDING THE OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE FEES TO INCLUDE NE\il
CLASSIFICATIONS TO BE PAID BY PERSONS, FIRMS OR ASSOCIATIONS MAINTAINING
A PERMANENT BUSINESS LOCATION OR BRANCH OFFICE \flITHIN SAID
MUNICIPALITY FOR THE PRIVILEGE OF ENGAGING IN OR MANAGING ANY
BUSINESS, PROFESSION OR OCCUPATION \NTHIN THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA;
PROVIDING THAT ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES AND ALL
RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HERE\rITH BE REPEALED
TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTT!,E DATE."
(Second Ordinance Reading)
Eula Gardner, Administrative Asst./Occupational License, recommended adoption of the
ordinance to add the following 9 new classifications based on the fact that there are enough of
these businesses to justify individual classification instead of placing them under the
unclassified section:
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - no
Mayor Hyde - yes
$225.A0
$225.A0
$12s.00
$150.00
$225.A0
$22s.Aa
$3s0.00
$2s0.00
$150.00
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Bertino- yes
Rental Property/Management
Check Cashing /Tag Agency
Process Servers
Printing (Off set, Book & Magazines, Screen,etc.
Consultants or Business Advisors
Sales and Service @lectronics, Equipment)
Scrap Metal
Motocross
Impon/Export
Mayor Hyde opened the public hearing. Hearing no one speak in favor or opposition, the
Mayor closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Commissioner Grace, seconded by Commissioner Jones to adopt the
ordinance on second reading.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
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4. PTTBITC HEARING.
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Bertino- yes
4.2 Peritioner/ Owner - Broward County; properry located south of N\fl 10 Street and wesr
of US 1.
Public Hearing - PL-02-95 - Plat Approval
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE PLAT'TRAILS
END FLL AIRPORT PLAT (PLAT 5)' SAME BEING: A PARCEL OF LAND BEING A PORTTON
OF PASADENA IN HOLLYWOOD AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 10, PAGE 20 OF THE
PUBLIC RECORDS OF BROWARD COUNTY, FL, AND A PORTION OF J.E. HASBROUCK'S
REPLAT AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 16, PAGE 20 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
BROWARD COUNTY, FL, SAID PARCEL BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE NE CORNER OF THE NW1/4 OF SECTION 34,
TOWNSHIP 50 SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST; THENCE ON A GRID BEARING OF SOUTH
01'53'43' EASTALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE SAID NW1/4 A DISTANCE OF 25.01 FEET
TO A LINE 25 FEET SOUTH OF AND PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID NWl/4,
SAID POINT BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89"42''16'WEST
ALONG SAID PARALLEL LINE A DISTANCE OF 999.94 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF THE
E1t2OF THE NE1/4 OF THE NWl/4 OF SAID SECTION 34; THENCE SOUTH 01'51'12'
EAST ALONG THE SAID WEST LINE A DISTANCE OF 637.95 FEET TO THE SW CORNER
OF THE N1/2 OF THE NE1/4 OF THE SAID NW1/4; THENCE NORTH 89"26'39" EAST
ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SAID N1/2 A DISTANCE OF 936.17 FEET TO A LINE 25
FEET WEST OF AND PARALLEL WTH THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF THE F.E.C.
RAILWAY; THENCE NORTH 12"38'13' EAST ALONG SAID PARALLEL LINE A DISTANCE
OF 624.86 FEET; THENCE NORTH 38"48'14" WEST A DISTANCE OF 31.17 FEET TO A
LINE 25 FEET SOUTH OF AND PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF THE NE1i4;
THENCE SOUTH 89'42'16'WEST ALONG SAID PARALLEL LINE A DISTANCE OF 74.01
FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SAID LAND SITUATE WITHIN THE CITY OF DAN|A,
BROWARD COUNTY, FL, CONTAINING '14.84 ACRES, MORE OR LESS; AND ACCEPTTNG
THE DEDICATION FOR PUBLIC USE OF ALL STREETS, HIGHWAYS AND ALLEYS AS
SHOWN ON SAID PLAT OF'TRAILS END FLL AIRPORT PLAT (PLAT 5)"; PROVIDING
THAT ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES AND ALL RESOLUTIONS OR
PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF
SUCH CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (Second Ordinance
Reading)
\flill Allen, Growth Management Direcror, explained that rhe former Trails End Mobile
Home Park is located south of Griffin Road and N\V 10 Street and wesr of US 1 and the
railroad tracks. The mobile homes left on the site are currently being removed and the plat
approval is the first step in trying to develop the properry so it can be placed back on the tax
rolls. Mr. Allen advised that the property was purchased by the Broward County Airpon
Depanment and that the nonheast corner lies in the airpon clear zone. He explained that the
piat is divided into two parcels; Parcel A is the easterly 72.64 acres which is proposed for a
16,450 sq.ft. rental car facility and Parcel B is 150 feet or 2.2 rcres located on rhe western
property line restricted to open space, vegetative buffer and driveway.
Mr. Allen mentioned that Value Rent-A-Car is a prospective buyer of the properry and that
the Planning & Zoning Board recommended approval of the plat based on it meeting all
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Dania Code and State Statute requirements. The City of Dania wiil review the use of the
property for development and access is needed for the west residential area and propeny
owners on the south ad.joining parcel.
Mayor Hyde questioned whether the County will agree with the access being provided as the
City was sued regarding the access a few years ago. City Attorney Adler advised that the
Court determined that the City was not required to provide the right-of-way and that the
access should be acceptable to the County.
Linda Strut, Williams, Hatfield & Stoner, representing Broward County, explained that the
western 150 feet is residential on the land use plan and that the Broward County Planning
Council allowed the driveway access to come from Griffin Road and the west. Vice Mayor
Bertino questioned whether the ingress or egress on the road could be moved to the eastern
corridor to better handle tractor trailers in the future from the Airpon 10 Plat so as not to
impact the residential neighborhood. Ms. Strut mentioned that the Depanment of
Transportation and Broward County Traffic Engineering were opposed to using the east side
ofthe plat because of conflicts with the intersection and since the County's intention is to
retain control of the clear zone.
Ed Stacker, representing Value Rent-A-Car, explained that his client is presently negotiating
with the Broward County Aviation Division for relocation from their existing facility east of
US 1. Mr.stacker explained that it has taken time to develop a conceptional site plan that
would be brought to the City for conditional use approval for a functional corporate facility.
He felt that the site would not be functional for his client if access is restrioed on the west and
ingress and egress is required on the east. Mr. Stacker recommended to stay consistent with
the plat showing an opening from the nonh that has been pushed as far away from Melaleuca
Gardens as possible and centered on a 200 foot expansive buffer area that would not grant or
preclude access to the property on the south.
Bill Laystrom, representing the owners of Airpon 10, explained that the litigation in the past
was simply to find access to the parcel and was not directed at the City. Mr. Laystrom advised
that his clients are supportive ofthe plat approval as long as a recommendation is included to
provide access to the Airport 10 plat through the Trails End Plat by easement. He mentioned
that his clients are sensitive to the residential area and that although their parcel was proposed
as an Industrial Distribution Center many years ago they have no current intention to
develop. He was hopeful that Value Rent-A-Car will bring business opponunity and
development in the future and put the property back on the City's tax rolls.
Mayor Hyde opened the public hearing. Hearing no one speak in favor or opposition, the
Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Funher discussion followed on the requirements by FDOT and County Engineering for the
access to be on the 'we$ for safety reasons and better access as stated by Linda Strut, \Tilliams,
Hatfield and Stoner, and Barbara Monahan, Assistant County Attorney.
Commissioner Mikes suggested to continue the request to the next regular meeting on April
25 and Attorney Strut advised that the plat will be expired by then. Mr. Stacker asked the
Commission to reconsider their request for the eastern access as it would create a problem for
the Value Rent-A-Car facility as well as a loss in developmental land.
\fliI1 Allen, Growth Management Director, clari{ied that Parcel A of the Airpon 10 Plat is
shown as open space on the Comprehensive Plan and that the land cannot be developed for
warehouses. Parcel B is zoned C-3 which includes retail uses but does not include warehouses
and truck terminals without a special exception. Mr. Allen then read the items that are
permitted in the C-3 zoning district for the Commission.
Andy Blanc, one of the owners of the Airport 10 Plat, mentioned his frustration when they
bought the property six years ago to find out that there was no access which denied them the
opportunity to develop the property. Mr. Blanc stressed their desire to work with the City in
resolving the access problem.
City Attorney Adler advised the Commission that they cannot defer the request as long as it
meets Code requirements.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded by Commissioner Grace to adopt the
ordinance on second reading approving the plat "Trails End FLL Airport Plat (Plat 5)" (PL-02-
95) as requested by Broward County for propeny located south of N\V 10 Street and west of
US 1.
The motion failed on the following roll call vote:
A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Vice Mayor Bertino to reconsider
the vote.
The motion passed on the following ro11 call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - no
Mayor Hyde - no
Commissioner Grace -
Commissioner Mikes -
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Bertino- no
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
yes
yes
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A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Vice Mayor Bertino to continue
the ordinance to the next regular meeting on April 1.1., 1995.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - no
Vice Mayor Bertino- yes
4.3 Public Hearing - LU-03-95
.A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE TRANSMISSION
OF A LAND USE PLAN CHANGE FROM COMMERCIAL TO RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM (16) ON
A PARCEL OF LAND CONTAINING 24.1655 ACRES MORE OR LESS LOCATED AT THE SW
CORNER OF GRIFFIN ROAD AND SW 31 AVENUE CONTAINING THE FOLLOWNG
DESCRIBED LANDS: ALL OF PARCEL A, "BANYAN OAKRIDGE COMMERCIAL PLAT,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 157, PAGE 3 OF
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF BROWARD COUNry, FLORIDA LESS THE FOLLOWNG
DESCRIBED LANDS: COMMENCE AT THE NE CORNER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 50
SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST; THENCE SOUTH 00'18'53'WESTALONG THE EAST LINE OF
SAID SECTION A DISTANCE OF 435.55 FEET; THENCE NORTH 87"30,47" WEST A
DISTANCE OF 40.03 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE NORTH
87'30'47'WEST A DISTANCE OF 581.67 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00'02'48" WEST ALONG
A LINE 25 FEET EAST OF AND PARALLEL WITH THE CENTERLINE OF A 50 FOOT
ACCESS OPENING, AS SHOWN ON SAID BANYAN OAKRIDGE COMMERCIAL PLAT A
DISTANCE OF 358.10 FEET TO AN INTERSECTION WTH THE ARC OF A CURVE
CONCAVE TO THE SOUTH (SAID POINT BEARS SOUTH OO'09'27" EAST FROM THE
RADIUS POINT OF THE NEXT DESCRIBED CURVE); THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID
CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 7,055 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 01"28'37', AND AN
ARC DISTANCE OF '181 .85 FEET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE NORTH 88'21'56'
EAST A DISTANCE OF 191.40 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 87'30'47' EAST A DISTANCE OF
186.50 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; THENCE EASTERLY AND SOUTHERLY
ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE SOUTHWEST HAVING A RADIUS 25
FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 87'49'40', AND AN ARC DISTANCE OF 38.32 FEET TO A
POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE SOUTH 00''18'53' WEST A DISTANCE OF 358.44 FEET
TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SAID LANDS LYING lN THE CITY OF DANIA, BROWARD
COUNTY, FL; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS lN
CONFLICT HEREWTH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
\7i11 Allen, Growth Management Director, described the location of the 29+ acres of
property designated commercial and explained that the land use request is to charge 24.1655
icres to residential medium which allows 16 units per acre. The first stage in the amendment
process is the transmittal stage. Once the transmittal is approved, a second public hearing will
be scheduled sometime in November 1995 to adopt the amendment. The proposed
amendment will be transmitted to the Depanment of Community Affairs, State Planning
Agency, Regional Planning Counsel, FDOT, and County planning agencies for review and
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comment. Comments received from these agencies would then be incorporated into the
City's review of the amendment.
Mr. Allen explained that the site was annexed into Dania in 1991 and that the Commission
took action rr 1992 to change 13.1654 acres from Low Medium Residential and 76.6283 acres
from Commercial Recreation to Commercial. The property has since been rezoned to B-3
which is a commercial zoning. The Planning & Zoning Board recommended to reclassify
from Commercial to Residential Medium (16 units/acre) and to transmit the plan amendment
based on the following reasons:
o The proposed use is compatible with surrounding uses;o The proposed use would allow a maximum of 386 dwelling units and would not have
negative impacts on the site or neighborhood;o The proposed use is consistent with the goals, objectives and policies ofthe comprehensive
plan;o The proposed site.would be adequately served with public services and for meeting
concurrency requirements for levels of service;e The site was marketed for commercial development for the last three years for the 29 +
acre site but no demand was found for the commercial use particularly with two new
shopping centers (Oakwood Plaza ard Sheridan Plaza) opening nearby in this same time
period.
Mr. Allen clarified that the amendment does not inciude the 5 acres at the southwest corner of
Griffin Road and S!( 31 Avenue which is proposed to remain as commercial designation to
serve the proposed development and surrounding neighborhood.
Attorney Ed Stacker, representing the property owners VST/VMIF Limited, introduced
Dennis Giardano and Dawn Soneborn from Berry Ec Calvin Engineers, who are designated as
the applicants, and Mr. Dan Smith who is the owner's local representative. Mr. Stacker
mentioned that city staff and elected officials have been working very closely with Banyan
Management for a development plan since the annexation in 7997. Funher approvals had to
be received on the development plans for the remainder of the Oakridge Golf Course
property in the City of Holiywood where 413 homes are being built to the northwest rnd 743
homes to the south of the power lines. Mr. Stacker mentioned past action by the Key North
Condominium property owners to oppose the commercial development and the owner's
efforts to provide a buffer to minimize the intensity of the commercial development for the
impacted residents.
Mr. Stacker explained that the deveiopment has been aggressively pursued by the City because
of the potential economic tax base and that there is a need for an upscale rental apartment
comple* for the area. The development will be compatible with the Key North
Condominium and should decrease traffic volumes. He requested approval of the transmittal
since the site will not be developed for years if it remains commercial.
Mayor Hyde opened the public hearing.
Alex Buchsbaum recommended approval of the request for the benefit of the city tax base and
surrounding areas.
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Jay Field thought that the property was proposed to be used for a commercial development
during the 1991 annexation as a way to offset the cost of providing services to residences. _City
Mana[er Flatley advised that the multi-family proposal is more favorable to the tax base the
*ay iiis being planned then the commercial proposal estimation. He felt that the City needs
to ior,."nt."ti on qualiry development and encourage population growth since Dania is losing
propeny by the airport expansion. Mr. Field was concerned that the City will lose _revenueindwili be giving up an opponunity to develop the only large undeveloped tract left in the
Ravenswood area.
Hearing no funher comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Dan Smith, Smith Moses Morris & Associates, explained that his firm works with Sfall Street
companies and large land owners with their real estate needs in Florida and that they have
been across the country with developers on a local, state and national level to promote the
site. Commercial use is not feasible based on the fact that a billion plus square feet of new
retail space has been developed near the site and on Sheridan Street and Stirling Road/I-95.
Commissioner Mikes agreed that there are store fronts on Griffin that are now being rented to
Churches and that the irea doesn't appear to have a viable market. He felt that the proposed
multi-family use will enhance the existing businesses and provide the tax base.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded Vice Mayor Benino to adopt the
Resolution authorizing the Transmission of the a Land Use Plan Change from Commercial to
Residential Medium (16) on a parcel of land containi ng 24.1,655 acres located at the SW corner
of Griffin Road and SW' 31 Avenue AKA/ "Banyan Oakridge Commercial Plat". (LU-03-95)
Discussion followed with Vice Mayor Benino and Mr. Smith on the demographics that were
used in marketing the property.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - no
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
5. SfTE PLAIIIS - none
6. CITIZE,NS' COMMDNTS - Comments by Dania citizens or interested parties that are
not a part of the regular agenda should be given in writing or communicated verbally prior to
4:00 p.m. the (2nd) and founh (4th) Monday of each month. Comments of any nature will be
responded to by the office of the City Manager. In the event that the concern remains
unresolved, the citizen(s) or p^rty will be asked to address the City Commission during the
meeting.
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7. E;xPE,NDTTIIRE REgITESTS
7.1 Approval of invoice from Bailey Hunt Jones & Busto in rhe amount ol $9,763.49 for the
period ending February 28, 1995, for airpon related services.
A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Vice Mayor Bertino to approve
the expenditure of $9,763.49 for invoice from Bailey Hunt Jones Er Busto.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
A. DISCUSSIO]YA]IID FGSSIBLE ACTTON
8.1 Request approval to hold Marine Flea Market on April 283A, D95, at Dania Jai Alai.
A motion was made by Commissioner Grace, seconded by Commissioner Jones to approve
the Marine Flea Market on April 28-30, 1995.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote'
Commissioner Grace - no
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Grace - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - no
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
8.2 Request approval to sell old platform fire truck and to acquire new equipment.
Fire Chief Grammer explained that his depanment has been unsuccessful in selling the old
Aerial Platform 1 Fire Truck over rhe pasr year arnd a half and recommended to approve the
proposal to sell the truck to Ten-8 Fire Equipment for $60,000.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Jores to approve the
request to sell the Platform 1 fire truck for $60,000.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes Commissioner Jones - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Benino- yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
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8.3 Request citizen volunteers to assist Dania Library with its April 15 move to the Graves
Museum.
City Manager Flatley encouraged citizens to volunteer their time to assist the Dania Library in
their move.
8.4 Approval of Palmist/Character Reading license for Sonja Evans.
I(ill Allen, Growth Management Director, presented the request for renewal of a
Palmist/Character Reading license for Sonja Evans. He recommended approval based on the
fact that no violations have shown on the background check conducted by BSO.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded by Vice Mayor Bertino to approve the
renewal ofthe Palmist/Character Reading Occupational License for Sonja Evans for 537 S.
Federal Highway for one year.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - no Commissioner Jones - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Bertino- yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
8.5 Approval of Auctioneers license for Bruce Kodner.
\flill Allen, Growth Management Director, recommended approval of the Auctioneers license
for Bruce Kodner based on the background check showing no violations.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Jones to approve the
Auctioneers License for Bruce Kodner for LL South Federal Highway for one year.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace -
Commissioner Mikes -
Mayor Hyde - yes
Commissioner Jones - yes
Vice Mayor Benino- yes
yes
yes
8.6 Approval of Auctioneers license for Sheila Gross.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Jones to approve the
Auctioneers License for Sheila Gross for 45 South Federal Highway for one year.
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\7i11 Allen advised that there are no code violations and recommended renevral of the
Auctioneer License for Sheila Gross.
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The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes Commissioner Jones - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Bertino- yes
Mayor Hyde - yes
8.7 Approval of road overlay program.
Bud Palm, Utilities Director, presented a request to use road and bridge funds to contract with
Community Asphalt for resurfacing several streets in the City. The Commission decided to
hear item 8.11 relating to bridge repair on NW' 1 Street before discussing this item further.
After discussing the bridge repair on NW' 1 Street, the Commission decided to continue this
requesr to the next meeting.
8.8 Broward Days issues.
Commissioner Jones stressed the need for the following items to be addressed at the Broward
Days; (1) Local Option Gas Tax Distribution (2) \flater use./rewater use (3) Panial year
assessments (4) water supplies.
City Manager Flatley reminded the Commission that the EMS Bill is an imponant issue to be
included at Broward Days.
Commissioner Mikes mentioned his involvement vzith the Legislative Committee {or the local
League of Cities and the many issues being addressed this year on the State and Federal level
that are affecting municipalities.
The Commission generally agreed to send Commissioner Jones to Tallahassee to represent the
City at Broward Days.
8.9 Sensitivity Training Sessions
Commissioner Bertino mentioned that citizens have expressed their desire to be treated better
at City Hall and that it is the Commission's responsibility to provide training for the workers
rhar meet with the general public. He thought that there is a problem that exists and that
Sensitivity Training Sessions should be made availabie.
Mike Smith, Personnel Director, advised that classes have been scheduied for April 18 and 19
for the employees and a follow-up program called Creative Customer Care will be provided in
May. The City is using these programs through the Industry Training Center which is part of
the School Board. Mr. Smith agreed to provide customer service surveys so that feedback can
be provided to the Commission.
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ADDENDUM ITEMS
8,10 Request $1,500.00 in conjunction with the visit to Dania of the Grand Bahamas Junior
League Baseball Program.
Commissioner Grace requested $1,500.00 from the Travel & Training Budget to sponsor a
reception and breakfast for the Grand Bahamas Junior League Baseball Program on their visit
to Dania. Commissioner Grace mentioned that she has tried to request assisrance from the
County and businesses but nothing has materialized as of yet.
A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Grace ro approve
$1,500.00 for the Grand Bahamas Junior League Baseball Program.
Vice Mayor Benino stressed the need to assist children from the Bahamas but cautioned the
Commission to remember that there are City programs, parks and recreation systems for
Dania children that need funding as well.
Commissioner Mikes amended his motion to approve half the amount or $750.00 and for the
other half to be raised privately, seconded by Commissioner Grace.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Grace - yes Commissioner Jones - yes
Commissioner Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Bertino- no
Mayor Hyde - yes
ITEM 9 \TAS HEARD AFTER ITEM 8.10
8.11 City Manager Flatley menrioned rhat repair of the NW 1 Street Bridge was going to be
included in this years reque$ for Community Block Grant Funds but due to deterioration of
the Bridge there is a need to start rhe engineering study so when the money is available the
project can go out to bid immediately. Mr. Flatley mentioned rhar a sign was posted showing
a 2 ton limit on the Bridge. Staff was not aware that bridges limited to a weight of less than 3
tons are suppose to be closed in accordance with AASHTO Manual for Maintenance
Inspection of Bridges. Mr. Flatley felt that the options are to either close the bridge until the
engineering plans are ready for bidding and funds are available to repair it or do something in
the meantime to allow it be remain open.
Don F{enderson, Department of Transponation, explained that the two parts to a bridge are
the top from the beams up called the super structure and the section down from there called
the sub-structure which includes the pilings and caps on the pilings. Mr. Henderson advised
that the superstructure on rhe Nw 1 Street Bridge has a very good raring but the sub stmcture
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is in bad condition. He explained that in 1985 the sub-structure was rated a 5 out of 10 and
that the rating is t3 todry. Mr. Henderson was concerned that the bridge is in potential
danger of collapsing if a heary load goes over and that the City has the option of leaving the
bridge as is with a posting load on it or closing the bridge.
Discussion followed on funding alternatives and the bridge costing $100,000 to repair. Mr.
Henderson mentioned that there is a cheaper method to repair the bridge called pile jackets
which provides additional steel suppon which may or may not be possible at this point.
Commissioner Grace stressed the need to fix the bridge before something tragic happens
especially since the school buses seem to be using the bridge.
Mr. Henderson suggested to have the City contact his bridge experts in working out a cost to
repair with the pile jacket method and the Commission deferred the item until the next
meetmg.
ITEM 8.8 \TAS HEARD AFTER 8.11
9. APFOIV?IIEMS - con,tinued
9.1 Appointment of three members to the Unsafe Structures Board.
9.2 Appointment of members to the Airport Advisory Board.
9.3 Appointment of members to the Community Center Advis ory Board.
9.4 Appointment of members to the Cultural Affairs Committee.
9.5 Appointment of members to the Dania Economic Development and Downtown
Redevelopment Board.
9.6 Appointment of members to the Human Relations Board.
9.7 Appointment of members to the Marine Advisory Board.
9.8 Appointment of members to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.
9.9 Appointment of members to the Planning & Zoning Board.
9.10 Appointment of members to the Police & Fire Pension Board.
9.11 Appointment of members to the Occupational License Review Committee'
A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Grace to defer all
appointments to the next regular meeting so that the terms do not expire. The motion Passed
unanimously.
Vice Mayor Benino requested to workshop board appointments in regards to the number of
people on the boards and the problems encountered with getting a quorum together to hold
meetings. The Commission generally agreed to include this to the next workshop meetinS.
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7 O. AI'MINISTR,XI,yIE AEPIORTS
City Manager
lO.1Free concens at the Pier on March 25 (Cheex), April 1 (First Class Sounds), and April 8
(fim Conti)
City Attorney - no comments
I I, COMIIISSIOJII COMMENTS
11.1 Commissioner Grace
Commissioner Grace asked Chief Frey, BSO, for support in raising the additional $75O.OO
needed to bring the Grand Bahamas Junior League Baseball Program to Dania and thanked
those who attended the Women's Day Program at Bethel Baptist Church.
Commissioner Grace mentioned the success of the Pier opening and plans by the Cultural
Affairs Committee and the City of Dania Recreation Department to hold a Jim Conti & Band
Concert at the Pier,
Commissioner Grace asked staff to check into the road repair on NW 7th Avenue/Phippen
Road near Malisa Parker's house, the dim fluorescent lights on N\il lst,/N\[ 8 Avenue, and
water the plants on NV 1 Street.
1 1.2 Commissioner Jones
Commissioner Jones mentioned that St. Ruth Baptist Church will be having Pre-Men Day on
April 9 at 4:00 pm. and that the speaker will be Reverend Dr. Robert B. Engram, Mayor of
Opa Locka. He mentioned the honor that was bestowed on his family and himself recently
when he was ordained a Deacon at St. Ruth Baptist Church along with five other men.
Commissioner Jones advised the public that a button system has been installed on the dais to
provide the Mayor with a better knowledge of who's turn it is to speak. He asked staff to
provide better maintenance ofthe grass on the swale areas on 5th Avenue and informed the
public that the Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants during April which may cause
discoloration in water.
11.3 Commissioner Mikes
Commissioner Mikes asked City Manager Flatley to check with the Chamber of Commerce
on the city map that they were making as the City approved $4,000 for the map project and
there is updated information that should be included.
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At Commissioner Mikes' request, Fire Chief Grammer explained that condominiums are
being updated on fire inspections and that the fees they are being charged are very reasonable
compared to other cities and companies for the same service. City Manager Flatley mentioned
that the net is in the process of being installed at the driving range to protect Meadowbrook
residents from golf balls.
Commissioner Mikes commented on the success of the pier opening and the need for the
beach lighting to be maintained. He distributed material from a Congressional City
Conference that he recently attended and warned the Commission that there are many
programs being instituted that are going to impact municipalities from the Federal and State
levels.
Vice Mayor Bertino suggested to have City Manager Flatley contact the property owners on
the beach propeny that was discussed recently to see if they would sell the property for the
appraised price or if they are going to hold firm on a million dollars before the City proceeds
any funher.
11.5 Mayor Hyde
Mayor Hyde mentioned that he is still Betting calls from residents being impacted by the
Home Depot problem and that he will be meeting y/ith some of these people next week.
The rmeeting uo.s adjorraed,
CITY T]DITOR
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11.4 Vice-Mayor Bertino
Vice Mayor Bertino mentioned that there are many citizens who do good things for the City
and that he would like to honor Cliff Iacino with a plaque for his contributions since he is
rnoving out of the City.
Vice Mayor Benino commented on the problem that occurs when people do not receive their
water bill in the mail and then they get their water turned off. He felt that there is a need to
better notify citizens before water turn off as some people have a good history of paying their
bills on time and should be given consideration.
MARCH 28, 1995