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Home My WebLink About2007-03-27 Regular City Commission Meeting MinutesFather Tom Pohto, Church of the Resurrection, gave the Invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag. 3. Roll Call Present: Mayor: Vice-Mayor: Commissioners: City Manager: City Attomey: City Clerk: Bob Anton Albert C. Jones John Bertino - anived at 7:09 p.m. Anne Castro Patricia Flury Ivan Pato Thomas Ansbro Louise Stilson Commissioner Flury advised that Reverend Pohto replaced Father Tony Tomasulo at the Church of the Resurrection. City Manager Pato and Mayor Anton presented a Certificate of Appreciation to BSO Major Larry Rogers for his commitment and dedication during his tenure as Interim Chief of Police at the Broward Sheriff s Office, District 2, Dania Beach. 4. Presentations and Spec ial Event Approvals 4.1 Presentation ofthe FY 2006 Comprehensive Annual Report Patricia Vamey, Director of Finance, presented a summary of the FY 2006 Financials, which is attached to and incorporated into these minutes. Commissioner Bertino anived at7:09 p.m. MINUTES OF REGLILAR MEETING DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION TUESDAY, MARCH 27,2007 - 7:00 P.M. 1 . Cal[ to Order Mayor Anton called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. 2. Invocation and Pledge of Alleeiance Yes Yes Yes Ycs Yes Jerry Chiocca, Rachlin Cohen and Holtz, LLP, noted the Financial Statements were prepared in accordance with the Govemmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) 34 which is the accepted standard-setting body for establishing governmental accounting and financial reporlints principles. Mr. Chiocca pointed out that GASB 45 would be effective next year, in addition to 8 new auditing standards which the City would have to comply with. Commissioner Flury thought this was a great report and the information provided was very helpful. She commented on page 65, under Grants, which indicates we have $3.5M in grants. Commissioner Flury noted this information did not refer to grants, but money received from FEMA. She asked if a footnots could be included in the future to clarify that this is not actually grant money. Commissioner Flury also mentioned that on Page 79, under Full-time Employees (FTE's), the information is misleading because in 2004 we outsourced Crossing Guards, Life Guards and other positions. She thought a footnote should be included in this section as well. Commissioner Flury thanked the Finance Director, Assistant Finance Director and their staff for all their hard work on the preparation ofthe report. Commissioner Bertino and Vice-Mayor Jones questioned the criteria for benchmarks and trends. Mr. Chiocca advised it is based on the population factor as well as taxable values for other cities throughout the State of Florida. He noted the City has to maintain the course it is on. Mayor Anton recognized Finance Director Vamey and stalT as well as Mr. Chiocca, for a very goodjob. He added that the report shows the City is in very good financial condition. Commissioner Bertino motioned to accept the Financial Report; seconded by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Vicc-Mayor Jones Mayor Anton 4.2 Presentation by Miya Burt-Stewart of the South Florida Water Management District Miya Burt-Stewart, advised she is the South Florida Water Management District Board member repiesenting the City of Dania Beach. She pointed out March 30'h is the deadline for Altemative Water Supply Grants. She encouraged the Citv to reach out and apply for grants to receive support and partnership to pay for altemative water projects. Ms. Burt-Stewa( reminded everyone of the water restrictions currently in place. She noted that the District does not offer any financial assistance in enforcing the restrictions, but indicated the City would be able to retain a portion of the fines. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 7:00 p.m 2 Commissioner Bertino commented the south levy at Lake Okechobee has been leaking for years. He suggested the District look into the situation. The Bridge on the Dania Cut-Off Canal is extremely narrow and the water piles up on Federal Highway and causes drainage problems. He thought the water could be eliminated ilthe bridge was widened. Ms. Burt-Stewart noted they would look into the issues mentioned by the Commission and update the City accordingly. She pointed out that the District is working on the Lake Okechobee situation. Commissioner Castro asked if the City was applying for any upcoming grants. Dominic Orlando, Director ofPublic Services, noted we have to create a design project, and he is currently working on it. Mayor Anton presented a proclamation for Water Conservation Month to Ms. Burt-Stewart. 4.3 Request by Broward County to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Dania Beach to share the 25o/o cash match for the Dania Cut-Off Canal Dredging Project - Norm Taylor, Director of Broward County Olfice of Economic Development Norman Taylor, Director of Broward County's Office of Economic Development, advised that Broward County entered into an Interlocal Agreement with the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) providing for engineering and environmental services relating to the dredging of the Dania Cut-Off Canal. The Board of County Commissioners approved the agreement contingent upon the City of Dania Beach entering into an Interlocal Agreement with Broward County to share the twenty-five percent local cash match for the dredging project; seventy-five percent of the project will be paid by FIND. He pointed out that the cost to the City would be $ 13,7s0. Mr. Kerikakis advised that the cost to the City would be approximately $56,000 for engineering and final design services; the total cost would be $2M-$2.5M. He indicated that the dredging would allow bigger boats to come into the canal. Mayor Anton was concerned about where the fill was going to go. He also pointed out that we need to discuss how we want to fund this because it will not benefil the average citizen, only large businesses. Mr. Taylor noted they are in charge of the timeframe. The next design phase is based on whether they want to move forward or not. He noted they could have a representative from FIND, and the engineering firm, come to another meeting and address the Commission. Mr. Taylor commented it would be very helpful to FIND and the engineering firm to know how the business Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 - 7:00 p.m J Mr. Bill Kerikakis, Commercial Industrial Development Manager for Broward County, noted the request for participation with the funding is for the engineering and design aspect of the project. Mr. Kerikakis described the specifics of the project which would deepen the canal to l7 feet, with a width of 32 feet. The cost of the project is $452,000 for the design to be completed by FIND. Mr. Kerikakis responded for the Commission that the City of Hollywood was not contacted to participate in this project, although part of the area is in their City. Yes Yes Yes Yes Ycs community might respond to the dredging, since this project would bring opportunities for some of the businesses in the City. Commissioner Bertino asked that the engineering firm look into the existing seawalls which are very old. 4.4 Special Event Request lbr the Bass Pro Shops Camping and Boating Classic to be held at 200 Gulfstream Way, on April 19-22,2007 Commissioner Castro motioned to approve the Special Event Request for the Bass Pro Shops Camping and Boating Classic; seconded by Commissioner Bertino. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Vice-Mayor Jones Mayor Anton 5. Proclamations 5.1 Lieutenant Colonel Leo R. Gray and Tuskegee Airmen Day Mayor Anton presented a proclamation to Lt. Thaddeus Hamilton on behalf of Lt. Col. Leo R. Gray because he is in Washington D.C. to receive a Congressional Gold Medal in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen. The award is being presented in recognition of their unique military record, which inspired revolutionary reform in the Armed Forces. Following the award of the Congressional Gold Medal, it will be given to the Smithsonian Institution where i1 will be displayed and made available for research. Vice-Mayor Jones noted this award was a long-time coming, and commended the Tuskegee Airmen for the job they performed during World War II. 6. Citizen Comments Dr. Adele Besner, representing the Dania Action Committee for Youth and Families, noted they are trying to bring the Boys and Girls Club to the City of Dania Beach. She asked for the support and assistance of the community and City Commission. She indicated they are willing to make a formal presentation at the April 10 City Commission meeting, if requested by the Commission. Commissioner Bertino motioned to endorse the group to negotiate with the Boys and Girls Club; seconded by Commissioner Castro, Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 7:00 p.m 4 Commissioner Castro reminded the group that Dania Beach goes all the way to SR 441 and that there are a lot ofneedy children in the westem part ofthe City. She would like to make sure that the whole City is included in this program. Commissioner Flury commented she was very supportive for any efforts to improve the social services in the City. She noted it takes a lot of money to bring the Boys and Girls Club into the City and hoped that they would work in cooperation with Memorial Healthcare System. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Yes Yes Yes Vice-Mayor Jones Mavor Anton Yes Yes George Jason, 4549 SW 37s Avenue, updated the Commission on the progress of the CER1' Program. He noted the Dania Beach Neighborhood United Association is partnering with Ft. Lauderdale and will soon begin training. They currently have 8 volunteers ready for this training. Mr. Jason encouraged anyone who is interested in the Program to contact him. 7. Consent Aqenda 7.1 Minutes: Approve Minutes of the March 14,2007 City Commission Meeting Approve Minutes of the March 15,2007 Abatement Hearing Rcsolutions 7.2 RESOLUTION#2007-062 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO INCREASE FLJNDING RELATED TO THE EXISTINC CONTRACT WITH FRANK HILL CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE DANIA BEACH MAzuNA RESTROOMS IN THE AMOUNT OF S 18,490.00; PROVIDINC FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR FUNDING; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE, 7.3 RESOLUTTON#2007-061 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZINC THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO CONVEY TO THE ARAGON GROUP, INC., A PORTION OF UNIMPROVED NE 5TII AVENUE (WESTERN PORTION, 35 FEET WIDE), WHICH CONSISTS OF VACATED PROPERTY CENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN EAST DANIA BEACH BOULEVARD AND NE 2ND STREET AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A". A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THIS RESOLUTION; AUTHORIZING SUCH OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A QUIT CLAIM DEED, A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT '.8,,: PROVIDTNG FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Minutes olRegular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27, 2007 - 7:00 p.m ) 7.4 RESOLUTION#2007-064 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLOzuDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE ADDITIONAL ROAD RESURFACING SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $I2,OOO,OO IN FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007, FROM FLORIDA HIGHWAY PRODUCTS, INC, UNDER PALM BEACH COUNTY BID 03/04-06; PROVIDING FOR FUNDING; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDINC FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE, 7.5 ORDTNANCE#2007-005 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLOzuDA, AMENDINC CHAPTER 6, "BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION". OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SECTION 6-33, *SCHEDULE OF CHARGES", TO DECREASE THE FINES FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS; PROVIDINC FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER" PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) 7.6 oRDTNANCE#2007-006 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDINC CHAPTER 25, "TRAFFIC", OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SECTION 25.79, "FINES", TO DECREASE SUCH FINES FOR VIOLATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 25-791 PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDTNG FOR AN EFFECTTVE DATE. (FIRST READINC) 7.7 RESOLUTION#2007-065 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE LIGHT POLE AND SETTING SERVICES FROM SICNAL TECHNOLOGY AND INSTALLATION CORPORATION, INC. LTNDER CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE BID #432-8790; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTSI FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Vice-Mayor Jones motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, with the addition of ltem #7.7; seconded by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Yes es es Vice-Mavor .Iones Mayor AntonY Y 8. Bids and Requests fo 8.1 RESOLUTION#2001-063 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RELATINC TO THE AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TEST WELL DRILLINGi AUTHORIZINC THE AWARD OF BID TO WATERBOYZ INTERNATIONAL. INC. tN THE AMOUNT OF $62,961.00; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 - 7:00 p.m r Prooosals 6 Ordinances (Titles read bv Citv Attorney) Addendum Yes Yes CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE ACREEMENTi DESIGNATING AUTHOzuZED REPRESENTATIVES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attomey Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2007-063. Dominic Orlando, Director of Public Services, advised three bids were received for this project, which is part of the Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Facilities Plan. Commissioner Flury motioned to approve Resolution #20O7 -O63; secondcd by Commissioner Castro, The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Yes Yes Yes Vice-Mayor Joncs Mayor Anton Yes Ycs 9. Public Hearinss and Site Plans 9.1 0RDINANCE#2007-004 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER I5 OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, WHICH CHAPTER IS ENTITLED *LICENSES," TO CONFORM WITH AMENDMENTS TO STATE LAW WHICH AMENDMENTS CHANGED THE REFERENCES IN STATE LAW FROM LOCAL "OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES" TO LOCAL "BUSINESS TAX"; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (SECOND READING) Mayor Anton opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or opposition, he closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner FIury motioned to adopt Ordinance #2007 -004, on second reading; seconded by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 4-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Out of room Yes Yes Vice-Mayor Jones Mayor Anton Yes Yes City Attorney Ansbro advised the remaining items were quasi-judicial matters, and swore-in those who would speak. He asked the Commission to disclose any communication they had on these matters. 9.2 oRDTNANCE#2007-003 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 28 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO THE INDUSTRIAL-GENERAL (IG) Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 7:00 p.m 7 City Attomey Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2007 -004. He noted this is a change by the Legislature to change the reference from Occupational License to Business Tax Receipt. ZONING DISTNCT TO PROVIDE FOR ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USES AND REGULATIONS FOR CERTAIN DESCRIBED LANDS WITHIN SUCH ZONINC DISTRICT WHICH AREA IS KNOWN AS "PORT LAUDANIA,'; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) (Continuedfrom Match 14, 2007) City Attomey Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2007-003 Mayor Anton opened the Public Hearing Susan Delegal, attomey for the applicant, advised the owners of C&G Shipping were present tonight, as well as the Chief Operating Officer. She thanked City stalT for their cooperation in the preparation of an ordinance that would accommodate the needs of the business and the City. Attorney Delegal noted that they want to be good neighbors, and addressed the Code violations immediately when notified. She pointed out the first issue to be addressed is to allow the docking of the barge, which looks more like a ship, but il has no engine, so it is considered a barge. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended the ordinance include docking of ships and barges not over 250 feet as a permitted use. Mayor Anton disclosed he met with representatives of G&G several times. He discovered that the barge is the "Bahama Pride" and it looks like a ship. Mayor Anton commented that all vessels this size are required to have a port pilot onboard when they are brought in and out. He indicated this barge is well maintained and is different from any other barge. Discussion followed between the Commission and Steve Ganoe, President, G & G Marine, Inc., relating to the draft of the boats and whether having the barge docked would impact the boat activity in the Dania Cut-Off Canal. Attomey Delegal noted the second issue to be addressed is the stacking of the containers. The applicant requested the flexibility to stack the containers 4 high, with a 40 feet limitation. T'he final issue relates to the hours of outdoor operation, and would require a motion to amend the ordinance to address that stacking of containers only be allowed between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. She requested approval of the ordinance. Rose Lizana, on behalf of the Dania Beach Chamber of Commerce, commented this organization is an active member of the Chamber of Commerce and they will keep the community in mind as they operate their business. She supported the request. Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Anton closed the Public Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 7:00 p.m 8 Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, noted this was a zoning text change request and showed the location ofthe property. He indicated that the applicant, G & G Marine, is the only business in Port Laudania engaged in the shipping industry. Director Leeds pointed out that some building and safety violations were identified at various businesses in the area. While these violations have now been corrected, most of Port Laudania businesses operate in technical violation of current zoning. Staff suggested these businesses get together and propose a Code amendment. He advised that three issues had developed which will be addressed by the applicant. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Hearing. Commissioner Bertino motioned to adopt Ordinance #2007-003, on first reading, with the condition that the stacking language be amended, as well as the type of barge allowed, and that the Marine Advisory Board review the Ordinance before second reading; seconded by Commissioner Castro, City Manager Pato pointed out that the Marine Advisory Board does not meet until April lSth. Mavor Anton commented the Marine Advisorv Board recommendation was not necessarv Commissioner Bertino noted the members on the Marine Advisory Board are residents and their input is important. He added that G&G Marine can continue to do what they currently do. Commissioner Bertino suggested the City Manager contact the Chairman of the Board for their comments. Commissioner Bertino amended his motion to have the Chairman of the Marine Advisory Board for an opinion, City Manager contact the The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Vice-Mayor Jones Mavor Anton 9.3 RESOLT.JTION#2007-053 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE REQUEST SUBMITTED BY SPRINT.NEXTEL CORPORATION, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2OIO NE 7 H AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPROVAL TO ALLOW INSTALLATION OF A STEALTH CELL ANTENNA LOCATED IN THE "IG" (INDUSTRIAL GENERAL) ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Continued from Morch 14, 2007) City Attomey Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2007-053. He noted this is a quasi-judicial matter and swore-in those who would speak. He asked the Commission to disclose any communication they had on this matter. Corinne Lajoie, AICP, Principal City Planner, showed the location where the stealth cell antenna would be installed. She presented a revised site plan that includes the American Flag, as well as lighting, as requested by the City Commission at the March 14, 2007, Commission Meeting. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved a 59 f'eet high antenna and the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval. Mayor Anton opened the Public Hearing Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 7:00 p.m 9 Andrew Przybysz, 1900 SW 43'd Terrace, Deerfield Beach, representing Sprint Nextel Corporation, noted this process started over two years ago to provide essential service. He clarified the pole is white with a standard American Flag. It is completely within the enclosed compound and there is additional landscaping surrounding the site. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Alton closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Castro motioned to approve Resolution #2007-053; scconded by Commissioner Bertino. The motion carried on the follorving 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Yes Yes Yes Vice-Mayor Jones Mayor Anton 10. Commission Comments I 0. I Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Bertino commented the water shortage and conservation is very serious, and briefly summarized the restrictions. He asked people to use common sense and manage water efficiently. He commented that the City of Hollywood has gray water, which is not for human consumption, but can still be used for watering plants, washing automobiles, etc. Commissioner Bertino suggested staff look into this matter and find out if they are looking for areas to dispose of it. Commissioner Bertino noted the lightpoles are looking better, but there are still a number of them thal need attention. Commissioner Bertino does not want the City Commission to be blamed for the removal of the greenery on Griffin Road and Stirling Road being done by FDOT. He noted he complained to their engineer and they agreed to cover the areas with grass and install pipes to enable walering. 10.2 CommissionerCastro Commissioner Castro thanked Dominic Orlando and Leo Williams, Public Services Department, for addressing the issues in the Estates of Ft. Lauderdale. Commissioner Castro noted that the FAA released the EIS and that they seem to support the north-south runway. We are waiting for the final report to be published and we will keep the citizens posted on this matter. Commissioner Castro commented BSO has received a lot of reports in the Melaleuca area for boats and boating equipment theft. Also cars in the SE and Meadowbrook areas have been Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 - 7:00 p.m l0 Yes Yes vandalized. She asked the neighbors in the City to be on the alert and report any suspicious crime activity to BSO or the COP Program. Commissioner Flury commented having Channel 78 is nice, but there is nothing on it. She thought important issues should be broadcast, such as the Planning and Zoning Board meetings. She suggested useful information, such as Public meetings and BSO alerts, should also be posted to the site. Commissioner Flury commented graffiti around town needs to be addressed. She asked staff to look into this matter. I 0.4 Vice-Mavor Jones Vice-Mayor Jones commented the areas affected by the airport need to be diligent and attend the County meetings. Vice-Mayor Jones thanked the citizens of Dania Beach for voting for him, and allowing him to be a part of the Dania Beach City Commission. Vice-Mayor Jones invited everyone to attend a Community Cookout on Saturday, March 3 I , from i:00-5:00 p.m., a1 the comer of NW 5'n Avenue and 1'r Street. There will be a barbecue and refreshments to thank everyone for supporting him during the recent election. Vice-Mayor Jones thanked Major Rogers for his dedicated service to the City and wished him well in his future endeavors. Vice-Mayor Jones questioned the statute for parking near stop signs and the distance required. Vice-Mayor Jones would like residents in the City to adhere to that law. 10.5 Mayor Anton Mayor Anton commented that during his political campaign the issue of obtaining a variance fbr single family homes was raised by residents. He would like to find a way to speed the process. Mayor Anton did not think the process needed to go before the Planning and Zoning Board. Ile asked the Commission to consider this suggestion. Mayor Anton requested a Discussion item to be placed on the April 10,2007 Commission Agenda. Mayor Anton reminded the Commission that Board appointments are important and need to be dealt with. lt 10.3 Commissioner Flury City Attomey Ansbro advised it is a state law. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 2'1,200'7 -1:00 p.m. Mayor Anton commented on the EIS report that has now been released by FAA. It contains five volumes, between 7,000-10,000 pages, and a copy will be available on disc on Friday afternoon. He would like the Information Systems Department to provide copies ol the disc to our airport attomeys. Mayor Anton further noted that the most likely scenario would be the north-south runway. It does not look so dramatic for the Melaleuca residents, but it will be devastating lbr people living west of the airport. He encouraged residents in the westem part ofthe City to get involved since this would cause a tremendous impact on them. I L I Status of Main Street, Inc. - City Attomey City Attomey Ansbro advised the Main Street Program is a Florida Corporation created approximately ten years ago to preserve the downtowns ofolder cities and keep them alive. He repo(ed the corporation still exists and is in good standing; however it is in "inactive status". He asked the Commission for direction. The person who administers these Programs in Tallahassee offered to send a motivational speaker to speak to people in the business district to revive this Program. Commissioner Castro advised that the hurdle we have is that unless the existing Board relinquishes the 501(c) to a new Board, they will not do anything. She was concemed with leaving the existing Board, since there were some financial irregularities at one point. Commissioner Castro thought it was a good program to try to save, but if the current Board does not give it up, let it go. Commissioner Flury noted they must not be interested or they would be filing the appropriate reports. She thought someone on the Board needed to tell us what they want. City Attomey Ansbro indicated it was not for him to ask them if they want to leave or not. He will reach out to the Board and bring back an update to the Commission. 11.2 Update on the SW 2nd Avenue & Sheridan Street Intersection Project John Mesarian, Calvin-Giordano and Associates, noted a considerable amount of work has been done on this project. FDOT requested l2 items; l0 are currently completed. He indicated that afier meeting with Mayor Anton, City Manager Pato and Director Orlando, a target date was set for Friday, March 30'h to submit the hnal permit application. FDOT advised there would be a two week tumaround for permit approval. Mr. Mesarian further pointed out that construction should begin July l, 2007. City Manager Pato responded for Commissioner Castro that the temporary barricades will not be re-installed. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 2'7,2007 -7:00 p.m t2 1 1. Discussion and Possible Action Commissioner Bertino suggested contacting the current Board to see what they want to do. Mayor Anton emphasized that the Commission consensus was that this matter be treated as a priority. He asked all parties involved to move forward with this project at the earliest possible time. City Attomey Ansbro advised that in accordance with Florida Statutes, the spouse of a City Commissioner cannot be appointed to the Police and Fire Pension Board. He further noted that Vice-Mayor Jones' wife, Carolyn Jones, would have to be removed from this Board. City Clerk Stilson advised that Pat Tyra does not want to be reappointed to the Human Relations Board, and lhal Zachary Adams has been removed from the Airport Advisory Board due to unexcused absences. Vice-Mayor Jones noted he would like to make his appointments at the next Commission meeting. 12. I Airport Advisorv Board (15 Members - 3 per Commissioner - 2 Year Term) Mayor Anton reappointed Billy Phipps, Thomas P. Allen and Irvin Witz. Commissioner Flury reappointed Loretta Murray and Beulah Lair. Commissioner Castro reappointed Rae Sandler, Dick Sokol and Betty Sokol Commissioner Bertino reappointed Jay Field, Don Hill and Clive Taylor. 12.3 General Employees Pension Board (5 Members - 2 Commission appointed residents, 1 Commission Representative - 2 elected City employees - 2 Year Term) I Commission Representative Mayor Anton reappointed Myrtle Corbin and Pat Rafacz as Commission appointed residents, and Commissioner Pat Flury as the Commission Representative on this Board. 12.4 Human Relations Board ( l0 Members - 2 per Commissioner - 2 Year Term) Mayor Anton reappointed Judy Usifer. It was the consensus of the Commission to reappoint Cracetta Wilkins, Pat Rafacz, Marie Letzer, Mimi Donly, Boisy N. Waiters, Jr. and Lori Anne Brave. 12.5 !.T. Parker Communitv Center Advisory Board (5 Regular Members and 1 Alternate Member - I per Commissioner - 2 Year Term) Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 - 7:00 p.m l3 12. Anpointments It was the consensus of the Commission to reappoint Lee Lavery, Judy Usifer, Terrell McCombs and Irvin Witz. Vice-Mayor Jones reappointed Kurt Ely. Commissioner Castro appointed George Jason. 12.6 Marine Advisory Board (15 Members - 3 per Commissioner - 2 Year Term) Mayor Anton reappointed Mike Grady, Gary Rowe and Carol Stokrocki. Commissioner Bertino reappointed Craig McAdams, Captain John Z. Kafouros and Louis (Jeep) Webb. Commissioner Flury reappointed Debby Bradford, Raymond Lair and Clive Taylor 12.7 Nuisance Abatement Board (5 Regular and 2 Altemate Members Commissioner - Altemates by entire Commission - 2 Year Term) I per Mayor Anton reappointed Mike Talotta. Commissioner Bertino reappointed Robe( G. Adams Commissioner Castro reappointed Rae Sandler. '12.8 Parks. Recreation and Communitv Affairs Advisorv Board ( l0 Members 2 per Commissioner - 2 Year Term) Mayor Anton reappointed Chip Brockman and Lisa Drake. Commissioner Bertino reappointed Judy Jensen and Julie Brockman. Commissioner Castro reappointed Beulah Lair and Jimmy Peterman. Commissioner Flury reappointed Sharon Neam and Kurt Ely. 12.10 Police & Fire Pension Board (9 Members - 4 Commission appointed residents, one of whom shall be a member of the Commission; 2 elected Firefighters; 2 elected Police Offrcers; 1 member chosen by previous 8 members and confirmed by Commission - 2 Year Term) It was the consensus of the Commission to reappoint Wardell Lee and Beulah Lair. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 - 7:00 p.m 14 Commissioner Castro reappointed Billy Phipps, William Wosenitz and Captain Robert C. Schmid IIL Yes Yes Yes Commissioner Castro requested her name be removed from this Board. Commissioner Flury commented she should no longer be a representative on the General Employees Pension Board. The Commission generally agreed to appoint Commissioner John Bertino as the Commission Representative on this Board. Commissioner Castro appointed Roger Handevidt, to replace Carolyn Jones. l2.l I Unsafe Structures Board (9 Members - 3 Year Term) It was the consensus of the Commission to reappoint William Sargent, Jack Mitchell and Frank Hill. Commissioner Bertino motioned to approve the Board appointments; seconded b-v Commissioner Castro, The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Mayor Anton advised that Glenda Clark, a member of the Dania Beach Housing Authority Board had resigned. He appointed Paloma Miguel to complete the term that began on November I , 2005 and will end on October 31.2009. Commissioner Castro motioned to approve the appointment of Paloma Miguel to the Dania Beach Housing Authority Board; seconded by Vice-Mayor Jones. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Castro Commissioner Flury Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Vice-Mayor Jones Mayor Anton Vice-Mavor Jones Mayor Anton I 3. Administrative Reports 13. I City Manager City Manager Pato reported that unless the Commission decides to the contrary, City Hall will be painted the same color as before. City Manager Pato advised that he would be attending the sessions in Tallahassee on April 30- May 3,2007, which is the last week of the session. He asked the members of the Commission to let Kathy Herman know if they are planning to go. City Manager Pato further noted that after Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 7:00 p.m l5 Yes Yes the Legislative sessions, he will be driving to Lake Mary to research future IS technologies available through HTE. City Manager Pato reminded everyone to pay attention to the discussions of Property Tax reform and how it could impact our cities. 13.2 City Attomey City Attomey Ansbro advised that the City prevailed in the lawsuit with the proposed development of a condominium at the Pirate's Inn. He added that the current property owner might come back to seek extension ofthe permit approvals. 13.3 City Clerk - Reminders Wednesday, Aprll 4,2007 - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Aprll 4,2007 - 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2007 - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2007 - 7:00 p.m Tuesday, April 24, 2007 - 7 :00 p.m. 14. Adiournment Mayor Anton adjoumed the meeting at 9:57 p.m. A'|TEST: LOUISE STILSON, CMC CITY CLERK Approved: April 10, 2007 Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, March 27,2007 - 7:00 p.m. CRA Board Meeting City Commission Special Meeting for the I't Public Hearing on the TODiTOC Zoning Districts Regular City Commission Meeting City Commission Workshop SE Traftlc Calming Regular City Commission Meeting CI F ANIA BEACI-I MAYOR-OMMISSIONER l6 )) CITY OF'DANIA BT.ACH suMruARY oF FY 2006 FINAI\ICTALS Wt ----- wJt-t-a .-_1?.-J--+----..,.-..\-- .-. -\=l-+< *\-\ s ) ))) a a a a a GASB 34 Accrual Method of Accounting Depreciation of City Fixed Assets Elimination of lnternal Service Fund Long term debt is part of net assets Govern ment-wide Statement - Governmental Activities - Business-type activities ))) a GASB 40 & 44 Deposits & Investment Risk (page 34 - 36 of the report) [Veasures lnterest rate risk, credit risk, concentration risk and uncertainties. New Statistical Section (page 61-81)a a FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS GOVT ACTIVITIES & BUSINESS-TYPE Total Net Assets: $75,156,845 (increase $6,338,225) $20,984,561 (27 .89%)are unrestricted net assets $37,599 ,644 (50.03%) capital assets net of debt $16,554 ,241 (22.08Yo) restricted net assets ))) ))) FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS GOVT ACTIVITIES lncrease of the net assets is partly due to: > $t.2 million from health insurance plan > Additional interest earnings $500,000 > Additional franchise/utility taxes due to rate increase in telecommunication and FPL: $500,000 ) Increase in City's capital assets net of debt $594,000 D 3 cents gas tax$220,000 D Citywide expenditures surplus: $1 million F Higher taxes and special assessment collection: $385,000 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS BUSINESS ACTIVITIES ))) lncrease of the net assets is partly due to: >$S82,253 for future SRF debt service in water fund >$041,856, in sewer fund. This is derived from the settlement with City of Hollywood due to overcharge of sewer costs. )l ) O a a GENERAL FUND Total Revenue: $38 ,145,630 Total Expenditures: ($g 1 ,348,533) Transfers ln/Out: ($ 1 ,802,401) Net lncrease in Fund Balance: $4 ,994,696a FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS ))) o FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS GENERAL FUND CON'TD Revenue variance when compared to FY 05 : +23o/o ($2.4 million) in Property Tax +29o/o ($+tOK) in building permits +29% ($t t 6K) in Fines & Forfeitures +17o/o ($gSOf) in Franchise Fees +87o/o ($+S+f) in Interests earnings +340%($2.3 million) FEMA reimbursements ))) a GENERAL FUND CON'TD All Departments generate surplus Expenditures variance when compared to FY 05 : + 51o/" ($g.Z million) in General Government partly due to hurricane expenses of 2.6 million + 9o/o ($1 .Z million) in Public Safety: BSO contractual increase, 1 additional patrol zone and Fire personnel costs + 11% ($ZO6K) in Recreation Frost Park operations, grounds operations - 16Yo ($75,581) in debt service o FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS ))) a FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS GENERAL FUND CONT'D Net lncrease in Fund Balance: $+.9m Ending Fund Balance: $20,636 ,448 Unreserved Fund Balance: $13,504 ,461 Reserved Fund Balance: $7 ,131 ,9BT (includes encumbrances, impact fees, airport related expenses, insurance reserves, hurricane reserves etc) (page 19) a a O ))) FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS OTHER GOVT. FUNDS Fund Balance for the followings: Donations Fund: $7 ,749 Perpetua! Fund: $680,766 I.T. Parker Fund. $t S,653 Tree Preservation Fund: $522, 1Bg Law Enforcement Trust Fund: $21,810 [Vlarina Fund: ($S ,517) ))) FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS BUSI N ESS-TYPE ACTIVITI ES o Water Fund. * $388,253 . Sewer Fund: + $681,856 . Stormwater Fund: +$124,056 ))) F!NANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS BUS I N ESS-TYPE ACTIVITI ES Unrestricted Retained Earnings: Water: $ 1,967 ,307 Sewer: $1,913 ,267 Stormwater: $676,916 Restricted Retained Earnings: Water: $ 1,578,146 Sewer: $1,781,904 ))) FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS FIDUCIARY FUND Net Assets for: General Employee Retirement System: $t +,888,063; increase of $ 1 ,554,567 Police and Firefighters Retirement System: $Z+,946,640; decrease of $1,027,121 . This is due to prior year adjustments of ($t ,730,673). ))) a a a d FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS CAPITAL ASSETS Fixed Assets: such as equipment, vehicles, machinery etc. Over $1,000 and over 1 year of life lnfrastructure: such as parks, streets, water mains, storm drains, sewer systems etc. Over $t 0,000 and at Ieast 5 years of life Lan ))) FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS CAPITAL ASSETS . Governmental Activities: Land: $ 13,479,754 Buildings: $ 5,516,001 Equipment: $ 1 ,614,800 I nfrastructu re. $ 1 4,854,209 Construction in Progress: $340,862 TOTAL: $eS,B05 ,626 (net of depreciation) ))) a FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS CAPITAL ASSETS Busi ness-Type Activities Land: $ 220,976 Utility: $t +,438 ,228 Buildings: $ 346,500 Equipment $ 474,052 Construction in Progress . $727,616 TOTAL: $t O ,207 ,372 (net of depreciation) ))) a 19 Criteria, measures fund balance, cash, current liability, debt service. Favorable: 10 (56%) Unfavorable: 2 (11%) lnconclusive: 6 (33%) Not applicable: 1 Overall: Inconclusive a Financial Condition )) Unreserved Fund Balance + Unrestricted Net Assets $20,000,000 $15,000,000 $10,000,000 $5,000,000 $- 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Year Trend lnformation Benchmark Comparison I nformation +<@zlLg ETl'sq68E Y1 to Y5 Diff Y2 to Y5 Diff Y3 to Y5 Diff 177 o/o 160io 40% Y5 Entity $ '15,255,026 Y5 Bench $ 22,411,374 Y5 Entity to Bench Diff -32Yo lnconclusiveComnson: BenchmarkFavorableT rend: Overall Rating: Favorable ) )) Unreserved Fund Bal/Total Revenue 40.OOo/o 30.00% 20.OOo/o 10.OOo/o 0.00% 2002 2003 2004 Year 2005 2006 Trend lnformation Benchmark Comparison I nformation Y1 to Y5 Diff Y2 to Y5 Diff Y3 to Y5 Diff 1690/0 1260/0 17% Y5 Entity Y5 Bench Y5 Entity to Bench Diff 34.05o/o 45.11o/o -25Yo lnconclusiveComnson BenchmarkFavorableTrend: Overall Rating: Favorable ) E oF o o3, x, z $r E l ) Debt Service/Total Expenditures E o \! E5'satr!a EUJ lloo 8.00% 6.00% 4.OOo/o 2.OO"/o 0.00% Trend lnformation 2005 2006 Benchmark Comparison lnformation Y5 Entity Y5 Bench Y5 Entity to Bench Diff 4.94o/o 2.97o/o 660/o UnfavorableComnson: BenchmarkUnfavorableTrend: Overall Rating: Unfavorable )) Y1 to Y5 Diff 55o/o Y2 to Y5 Diff 6o/o Y3 to Y5 Diff 2o/o 2002 2003 2004 Year Long Term Debt/Population c .9g CLoo- IlooFJ $600 $400 $200 $- Unfavorable = Trend lnformation 2004 Year 2005 2006 Favorable = Benchmark Comparison lnformation Y5 Entity $ Y5 Bench $ Y5 Entity to Bench Diff 2002 2003 50o/o 68"/" 600/o 447 418 17 o/o lnconclusiveenc Com arrson: malnconclusiveTrend: Overall Rating: lnconclusive ))) \ Y1 to Y5 Diff Y2 to Y5 Diff Y3 to Y5 Diff z o rn rnz-loo rnz -{a a fofo