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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-02-08 Regular City Commission Meeting MinuteslNvocATloN BY crY CLERK, WANDA MULLIKTN PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: Present: MINUTES DAI{IA ClrY COIUMISSION REGUTAR MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 Bobbie Grace Bob Mikes John Bertino Bill Hyde Albert Jones Robert Flatley Frank Adler Wanda Mullikin Mayor: Vice Mayor: Commissioners: City Manager: City Attorney: City Clerk: PRESENTATION *Mayor Grace presented Baer's Furniture with a plaque for their outstanding design and building renovations at 1025 South Federal Highway. *Fire Administrative Report Fire Chief Grammer preserted a breakdown of the 349 fire rescue responses for the month of January. Jean'$0entworth was presented the Fire Depanment Quarterly Fire Rescue Award and was commended for her effons in heading up the food and toy drive with the Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Grace took a few moments to express her appreciation to Ms. Wentworth for her outstanding performance on behalf of the community and Fire Department. Commissioner Hyde requested Chief Grammer to provide a collection report on the Fire Department's transports for the next regular meeting. ,.REGULAR MEEIING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 *BSO Administrative Repon Chief Farley mentioned that the Mobile Resource Center v/as at the Dixieland Concert on the beach on Sunday and will be available ^t the J^zz Concen at Modello Park and the One-Ton Tug that is scheduled at the beach. Chief Farley advised that Lisa Goldberg is being awarded the "Deputy of the Month Award" for January based on her alertness that prevented a recent burglary in progress. Mayor Grace requested Chief Farley to add additional enforcement near the corner of NW' 8th Avenue and suggested the idea of installinga- rotary system in the phones to prohibit beeper calls. Chief Farley mentioned some positions that are currently being filled in the District and Commissioner Jones inquired into the number of minorities being considered. Chief Fariey stated that a special recruiting drive is conducted for minority candidates. Mayor Grace expressed appreciation to Chief Farley for the program information that he provided for the recent National League of Cities Convention. ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: City Attorney Adler requested items 1.2, 7.3., and 1.4, Vice Mayor Mikes requested item 1.6 and Commissioner Jones requested item 1.5 to be pulled from the Consent Agenda. 1. CONSENTAGENDA A motion was made by Commissioner Jones, seconded by Commissioner Bertino to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of items 7.2,7.3,7.4,1.5 and 1.6. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Mayor Grace - yes 1.2 City Attorney Adler recommended to change the amount of the bonds to $3,255,000 in the ordinance providing the issuance of long term revenue bonds. Marie Jabalee, Finance Director, mentioned that it is not necessary to amend the ordinance to $3,255,000 as the resolutions regarding the bonds will have the actual amount in them and the ordinance can remain with rhe amount not to exceed $3,300,000. The Commission decided to show the exact amount in all the documents. 2REGULAR IIIEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to amend the ordinance to $3,255,000 and to adopt it on first reading. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: 1.3 A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to amend the resolution to show $3,255,000 which provides for the acquisition, construction and erection of a municipal fishing pier and the refunding of certain outstanding debt. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner llyde - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Mayor Grace - yes Marie Jabalee, Finance Director, submitted the schedule of uses covering the bond amount and at the request of the Commission, Chris Youman, \[.R. Hough Company, explained Section 8.03 in the resolution. Marie Jabalee presented the following language changes to page 10 and 38 in the Resolution: *Page 10 "Variable Rate Bonds" to continue the last sentence with "provided, however, such Bonds will not be issued without the written consent of any Insurers and Credit Banks" *Page 38 in Section 5.02 "Issuance of Additional Bonds" @) sentence 2 "setting forth the amount of Sales Tax Revenues for the immediately preceding Fiscal Year or any twelve (12) consecutive months selected by the Issurer from the eighteen (t8) months (changed from 24 months) immediately.preceding the issuance of such Additional Bonds". Marie Jabalee confirmed for Commissioner Jones that the City received expert financial advisement from the Florida League of Cities to ensure that the best programs and professional assistance were obtained on this bond issue. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to change pages 10 and 38 in the resolution as submitted and read by Marie Jabalee. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Mayor Grace - no Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Mayor Grace - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes 3REGUTAR MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 1..4 A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to amend the resolution to $3,255,000. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Mayor Grace - yes A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to adopt the resolution authorizing the issuance by the City of $3,255,000 in aggregate principal amount of sales tax revenue bonds, series 1994. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Mayor Grace - no Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes City Manager Flatley advised that the City is refinancing some existing debt which is presently costing around $118,000 a year and that the bond refinancing will lower the amount to $63,000 a year. He felt that the new Pier and Restaurant should generate enough revenues to cover the debt service. Mr. Youmans explained that the City will receive interest rates ranging from 3.3olo in the first year of maturity in 1996 to a high in the year 2025 at [iro.l maturity of 5.42o/o and that the effective rate is 5.5olowhen you factor in the yield curb plus all costs. 1.5 Marie Jabalee, Finance Director, recommended to appoint First Union Capital Management as successor trustee for the Sewer Revenue Bond trust accounts since Citibank has resigned. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Hyde to adopt the resolution approving the resignation of trustee, release of resigning trustee and designation of successor trustee, and acceptance of successor trustee relating to tnrst agreement for Sewer Bonds. 4 FEBRUARY 8, 1994 A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to adopt the resolution as amended. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Mayor Grace - no REGULAR MEETING The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - no Commissioner Jones - yes Mayor Grace - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes 7.6 A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Jones to adopt the resolution approving agreement between the City of Dania and Bob-Ray, Inc. relating to public benches. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: 2. PROCLAMATIONS 2.1 Mayor Grace proclaimed March 7994, as "Women's History Month" 2.2 Mayor Grace proclaimed February 14 - 18, 1994, as "Volunteer Appreciation Week". Mayor Grace requested City Attorney Adler to prepare a proclamation for the next meeting for Black History Month. 3. BIDS - none 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS. 4.1, \(ill Allen, Growth Management Director, requested to continue the variance request byJon and Ana Ardel.ian for property located at 510 SE 4 Court to the next regular meeting of February 22 since the petitioners are not present. A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to continue Y A-42-93 to February 22, 1994. The motion passed unanimously. 4.2 Vill Allen, Growth Management Director, presented the proposed text change for property at 2500 SW 36 Street (Collins Road) by South Florida Sports Committee, Inc. to allow motocross parks as a special exception use in a Light Industrial M-1 zoning district. Mr. Allen presented information on the additional items to be addressed at the next regular meeting if the ordinance passes on first reading and advised that the Planning & ZoningBoard recommended approval. He did mention that some opposition was expressed regarding noise impact. REGULAR MEETING Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Jones - no Mayor Grace - yes 5 FEBRUARY 8, 1994 Mayor Grace opened the public hearing Katie Worley felt that the activity would be beneficial to Dania since there are no tracks in rhe area. She also felt that Dania was a Bood location because of the easy access to I-95 and 595. Many Chew requested approval ofthe proposal based on the positive affect that this spon has on the young people and the need for a track to practice racing. Urmando Bravo spoke in favor of the track based on the fact that there is no facility like this in the area and the benefit that will be provided to wholesale spons apparel companies. Rick Green, Director of Spons Development Broward Economic Development Council, advised that the Development Council is in favor ofthe proposal based on their feelings that the operation will generate dollars and jobs for the community. Bryan Rosencrantz, Honda Spons - Pompano Beach, felt that the track will provide opportunities for the young people in South Florida and generate revenues to Dania and the area. Robert Elkins opposed the project based on the noise that will be imposed on the neighborhood and reminded the Commission that the area is already impacted by airpon noise. He disagreed with the comments made earlier that the track will increase tax base for the City since there will not be any permanent stmctures on the site and the argument that no business would want to locate next to this type of oPeration. Buleah Lair opposed the track based on the City's current litigation against the noise impact from the airport expansion. She expressed concern on where the funds will come from to provide Police and EMS services if persons are injured at the facility. Bob Metz encouraged approval ofthe track based on the need to think about the youth instead of tax base and provide a place for them as an alternative to the streets. Richard Clase advised that noise is not a factor as the motocycles are equipped with mufflers and silencers and would not be excessively loud. Jamie Hyde confirmed his experience as a police officer that the young people of today need a recreational place to go. He mentioned that the track will be sanctioned by the AMA (American Motocross Association) and that the track will be a positive benefit to the community. Rosemary Evans expressed opposition to the motocross track being built in this location since the area is already impacted by the airpon noise. John Salitas opposed the track based on the noise impact that already exists from I-95 and the airpon. 6REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 John Bruckner spoke in opposition as he felt that since the area is zoned M-1 (Light Industrial) that some other type of business would be better for the area. Jamie Barone mentioned that those people speaking against the track seem to be more concerned with airpon noise than people. Hugo Renda advised that the land in question is worth $200,000 an acre and that the property borders on the Alandco property. He presented a funher description of the adjoining propenies and commended the petitioners for cleaning up the site. Mr. Renda opposed the track based on the property being too valuable to use it for this type of business. Levan Bykajin mentioned his 11 years of experience in motocross racing and felt that the track would be a positive impact to the spon. Kenneth King mentioned that people have to ride their din bikes in the street in order to enjoy them and that the track is needed. Randy McGalpin mentioned that motocross racing is a family sport and that the bikes are provided with mufflers and baffles to deter noise. The propeny was covered with tires, fences and seagulls a year ago and has now been cleared by the petitioner. He suggested to allow the track for a trial period to see how it works out. Steve Sinclair, Owner of Competition Cycles, felt that the track could be supervised and safer for young people to use opposed to them having to drag race in the streets. Mr. Sinclair encouraged the Commission to allow the operation for a trial period. Jean Fister stated that the motocross racing is a hmily oriented sport and that all ages of people enjoy watching the sport. She encouraged the Commission to try it out for a period of time. Jay Field, Chairperson on the Airport Advisory Committee and voting member of the Noise Committee at the Broward County Aviation Department, stressed the need to weigh the economic benefits against the environmental impacts of this project. He encouraged the Commission to consider the long term prospects for the area ifthey allow the track and questioned safety concerns when people are congregating at the end of Runway 9R. He requested the Commission to consider the money that has been spent to install permanent noise monitors to detect airport traffic impact that may now be confused with the bike noise and the money being spent on litigation against the airpon. Todd DePetrillo, Paramedic/Firefighter, encouraged the Commission to give the track a try based on his interest in the sport and the increased revenues to the community. He said that his Father and Uncle are also Paramedics and that they would be willing to make their services available at the track. 7REGULAR f,IEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 Dave Ryke asked the City to consider repairing the road on 26th Terrace as traffic will increase if the track is allowed. Dan Forton mentioned that the property was covered with tire debris and encouraged approval of the track based on his involvement in the sport. Eric Clase mentioned that the propeny has been used for dumping in the past and that the track will be a positive impact. Dan Forton Sr. asked citizens to at least try the sport out for a period of time before deciding against it Alex Buchsbaum expressed concern for the additional traffic and the crowds that will occur if the track is approved. Tom Laubenthal, Landscape Architect representing South Florida Spons Committee, Inc., informed the public that the site was considered for a dump site previous to their purchase and that South Florida Spons Committee has spent in excess of $100,000 to clean the propeny. South Florida Spons Committee searched extensively in the tri-county area for another location and there is no other site to consider for this sport. Mr. Laubenthal presented a proposed site plan for the facility and expressed desire to conform to Dania's code criteria to provide a safe and professional operation. He advised that the track will be sand composition with barriers for safety and sound deadening purposes. This track is expected to be one of the premier tracks in the nation and will be called Air-Dania Motocross Park. Further literature was distributed relating to the positive impact that the project will have on local industry. A Dania resident came forward to encourage the Commission to consider the concerns expressed by the people who will be impacted by this track and who live in Dania and not from people outside Dania. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Grace closed the public hearing. Commissioner Bertino questioned why South Florida Spons Committee, Inc. spent the money to cleanup the propeny prior to obtaining the governmental approvals required for the project. Mr. Laubenthal advised that the property was purchased nMay 1993 and bank financing was not possible until the tires were removed from the site. They went through extensive research on their proposal to conclude that this y/as the right site for this track and that the environmental concerns had to be addressed right away. He stated that they are not sorry they cleaned up the site and that if the track is not approved they still have a cleaned up site that is approved for development in an M-l zoning district. Brian Penick, President of South Florida Spons Committee, Inc., advised that they have been working on the site for over three years and that possession ofthe property took place in May. The State tire grant allocated through the Solid ltr(i aste Division came through two years ago. The feasibility study was completed two years ago and the tires had to be removed before anything could be considered. Will Allen, Growth Management Director, advised that there are two public hearings required for a text change and the second public hearing is scheduled February 22to rllow a motocross park as a special exception use in a M-l district. The Commission can place conditions on special exceptions and he felt that the track could be limited to one year and that requirements could be added on noise monitoring and compliance with the Noise Ordinance of the City. 8REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 Vice Mayor Mikes commented on the need for Dania to consider how they will look in the airport litigation which is against noise impact if they approve a project in the same area that is generating noise from the airport. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino to table the ordinance allowing motocross parks as a special exception use in a Light Industrial M-1 zoning district to a workshop meeting on February 15 to allow dme to review the documentation that has been submitted and so that a noise study can be conducted. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Mayor Grace - yes 5. CITIZENS'GOMMENTS-none 6. SITE PLANS - none 7. EXPENDIURE REQUESTS 7.7 Commissioner Jones questioned the legal action being accomplished by Cunis & Cunis on behalf of the City in the litigation against the airport expansion. City Attorney Adler advised that the recent invoice from Cunis & Curtis is for work that was accomplished prior to the granting of the Motion to Dismiss and less than $1,000 was for work after the Motion to Dismiss was granted. Commissioner Jones agreed with the costs for work prior to the dismissal but felt that costs submimed for work to refile the dismissal should be held for funher explanation. Vice Mayor Mikes mentioned that Ed Curtis is paid $135 an hour and Earl Gallop is paid $175 an hour plus travel. He stated his feelings that they are two ofthe best attorneys that the City could be using in this litigation. He felt that progress has been made in regard to the Interlocal Agreement negotiations and that the City has not had allot of court expenses. Commissioner Hyde felt that the City owes the money and that discussion on the City's strategy should not be discussed at the time invoices are being approved. Ciry Attorney Adler stated that the City hired these two law firms and the charges appear to be legitimate as submitted. He said that lawsuits are a continuous battle to build a case and that it takes time and is very costly. Mayor Grace suggested to discuss Commissioner Jones' concerns at a workshop meeting. 9REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 1994 Commissioner Bertino clarified that a recent nev/spaper article was wrong when they reported thar rhe Ciry has spent $400,000 on legal expenses and that the amount is more like $9O,OOO so far. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to approve the invoice in the amount of $7,135.13 from Curtis Ec Cunis for airport related services. Vice Mayor Mikes stressed the need to continue to spend money for legal action to protecr valuable rax base propenies. He mentioned that the Hilton was going to be condemned in the beginning and that the City receives over $100,000 ayear rt revenue from this property. The attorney fees are not unreasonable when you figure the possible loss in tax base if the City doesn't pursue litigation. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Mayor Grace - yes 7.2 A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to approve the invoice in the amount of $1,447 .95 from Bailey, Ilunt, Jones & Busto for airport related services. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Benino - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Mayor Grace - yes 7 .3 A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to approve the invoice in the amount of $1,583.54 from David Dubbink Associates for airport related services. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Commissioner Jones - yes Vice Mayor Mikes - yes Mayor Grace - yes 8.1 City Manager Flatley mentioned that there may be meetings held with the County towards the end ofthe week and that there is nothing funher to report at this time on the proposed annexation /deannexation bill. Vice Mayor Mikes clarified that the bill is suppose to be killed by Senator Jenne and Representative MacKenzie unless there is some form of acceptable mitigation program provided for the residents of Dania that are impacted by the airport expansion. Vice Mayor Mikes commended the attorneys for their technical REGULAR MEETING 10 8. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION FEBRUARY 8, 1994 8.3 \flill Allen, Growth Management Director, advised that the Broward County Historical Commission did approve Dania for the host City for Pioneer Days for November 5 arld 6, 1994. He mentioned that this event could be coordinated with Dania's 90th Binhday Celebration. City Manager Flatley expressed appreciation to Mr. Allen for being able to accomplish having Pioneer Days in Dania. 8.4 Tim Tapp, Recreation Director, reponed that the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) is going to fund the $5O,OOO grant for improvements to Dania Beach. He felt confident that a grant will be received from the Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) for the W'hisky Creek Docks and that an endorsement is expected in about a month. Once all of the contractual documentation is processed on the grants, the City will be proceeding with both pro.jects. As pan of the Capital Improvement Program, Mr. Tapp mentioned that there are plans for a fishing dock and walkway improvements for the park on 14th Terrace. Discussion followed on items that could be paid for by the City and Brants that should be requested for big improvements. Mr. Tapp mentioned that a better improvement plan would be provided with a cost analysis so that the Commission can decide on funding. 8.5 Chief Grammer requested permission to send the letter of notification to the County advising that the City is canceling the Interlocal Agreement for fire services in the annexed area. He advised that there is a need for 10 additional personnel to handle the services and that some County personnel who have already been working in the area can be chosen as long as they meet Dania's requirements. Chief Grammer advised that Hollfwood is also going to cancel their Interlocal Agreement with the County. Commissioner Hyde mentioned that the western section of the City has always been called the annexed area and should be referred to as the Griffin area. Chief Grammer agreed that all documentation should reflect the proper pan of the City. A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Jones to send the letter notifying the County of canceling the Interlocal Agreement. The motion passed unanimously. 8.6 Chief Farley, BSO, requested to convert one of the existing marked vehicles to a 'flat-top" strobe light configuration. Lt. Bill Gammond advised that the vehicle would be used for DUI, traffic homicide investigations and radar operations. He advised that quotes have been received and that the lowest is REGULAR MEETING 11 FEBRUARY 8, 1994 suPPort that went into the letter from the City that was sent to Senator Jenne and Representative MacKenzie and copies to the Counry and local newspapers. 8.2 \(ill Allen, Growth Management Director, mentioned his review of the Consultants Competitive Negotiations Ao and recommended to obtain three quotes for architectural services for the confeience room for City Hall (two quotes from the list of SBDE and one from Jeff Gross' firm). He recommended for BSO to advenise for an RFP for their building addition as they have more extensive architectural requiremenrs. Mr. Allen said that he has received ts/o quores and is expecting the third shortly. Commissioner Bertino questioned the legality of the item referenced in \(ill Allen's memo dated February 4 relating to the sentence where two black architects would be contacted first. The Commission agreed that the memo should be corrected as the City is trying to reach all minorities. Broward Fire Apparatus for $1,310.40 which includes the labor to install the strobe lights strategically in the vehicle. The cost to be paid from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund. A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde to approve the request to conveft one police vehicle to a "flat-top" vehicle for traffic enforcemenr for BSO. The motion passeJ unanimously. Addendum 8.7 I(ill Allen, Growth Management Director, presented a request by Broward Police Benevolent Association to allow two office trailers at the old Banana Boat Restaurant for a maximum of three months while their offices are being built. A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde to granr the request for two construcion and office trailers at the old Banana Boat Restaurant located at State Road 84 and Tram Road for a three month period. The morion passed unanimously. 8.8 Ann Smith and Horace Greely III, General Offshore Corporation, were present to requesr ro test a lightweight subsea trenching vehicle at Dania Beach on February 15 subject to the approval ofthe Broward DNRP. Ms. Smith mentioned that the first test was conducted at NSWC in March and that they need another test in order to make a decision to purchase the underwater trenching vehicle. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Hyde to allow General Offshore Corporation to test a lightweight subsea trenching vehicle at Dania Beach on February 15 subject to Broward DNRP with the condition that the City Manager ensures that there is sufficient liability insurance provided. The motion passed unanimously. 9. APPOINTMENTS 9.1 Vice Mayor Mikes continued his appointment to the Memorials Committee to the February 22, 1994, regular meeting. 9.2 Mayor Grace, Commissioner Benino and Hyde continued their appointmenrs ro rhe February 22, 1994, rcgular meeting. 9.3 Commissioner Benino continued his appointment to the Code Enforcement Board to the February 22, 1994, regular meeting. 9.4 Commissioner Bercino continued his appointment to the Parks & Recreation Board to the February 22, 1994, regular meeting. 9.5 Vice Mayor Mikes appointed Shane Gunderson for a period of one year to the Human Relations Board. REGULAR MEEIING t2 FEBRUARY 8, 1994 A motion was made by commissioner Hyde, seconded by commissioner Benino ro approve rhe appointment. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Grace requested City Clerk Mullikin to provide her with an attendance list on her one year appointments for the next regular meeting. 9.6 City Manager Flatley advised that Sterling Collins has been a voting member and represenrative to the Broward County Committee for Community Development and is willing to serve for 1994. A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde to adopt the resolution appointing Sterling Collins to the Broward County Committee for Community Development and providing that such appointee shall serve at the pleasure of the City Commission. The motion passed unanimously. 10. ADMINISTRATIVEREPORTS CITYMANAGER 10.1 City Manager Flatley encouraged the City to attend Broward Days on March 9 and 10, 7994. He ielt this would be a good opponunity to lobby on current important issues relating to the airpon and Port Authority. The Commission agreed that Commissioner Hyde, Commissioner Jones and Vice Mayor Mikes would attend Broward Days on behal{ of the City. City Manager Flatley advised that the viewing of the monkey film has been changed to March 29 at7:OO p.m. at City Hall and that flyers will be sent out. 10.2 City Manager Flatley commented on some of the items to be addressed at the workshop meeting on February 15. Mayor Grace advised that she would not be able to attend the workshop. 10.3 City Manager Flatley advised that FAU and Steve Snyder are hosting a brunch at the Sheraton Hotel on February 19,1994, in coordination with the One-Ton Tug event that will folloq/ at Dania Beach. City Manager Flatley reminded the Commission of the Patrick J. Meli Park rededication on Saturday, February 12, 1994, at 2:00 p.m. at Griffin Park. CITY ATTORNEY - no comments 11. COMMISSIONGOMMENTS 1 1. 1 Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Benino commended the Cultural Affairs Committee for the success of the Dixieland Concert that took place at the beach. REGULAR MEETING 13 FEBRUARY 8, 1994 ll.2 Commissioner Hyde expressed comments regarding the Chamber Installation Dinner. 11.3 Commissioner Jones commended staff for the progress that has been made at the Public r0(orks facility. He requested City Manager Flatley to look into the possible need for a, fence atthe cemetery and repairs to a pot hole on Phippen Road. 11..4 Vice Mayor Mikes Vice Mayor Mikes mentioned the success of the Cultural Affairs event and mentioned his regret in not being able to attend the Chamber dinner. He felt that there is a need to address permit fee changes and asked what the status is on surveying surrounding cities in this regard. City Manager Flatley advised that the Building Depanment and Fire Department are garhering information. Vice Mayor Mikes commented on the Bood interest rate that the City has obtained in refinancing previous City debt with the pier financing. City Manager Flatley advised that the restaurant RFP has been sent our and that calls are already coming in. He mentioned that the RFP was advertised in the u(estside Gazette and Miami Hispanic section along with the regular sections of the paper. 11.5 Mayor Grace Mayor Grace advised that the sign problem at Byrd Point brought up by Commissioner Jones will have to be addressed by the Broward County Traffic Engineering Division. Mayor Grace asked that this be handled as soon as possible. Mayor Grace asked why the Commission is not receiving purchase orders over $500. City Manager Flatley mentioned that this was only being distributed to Vice Mayor Mikes but will be furnished to all Commissioners in the future. He advised that the ovenime report will be distributed shortly. Mayor Grace advised that Michael Kennedy tr Company, a modern )azz band, will be at Modello Park on Sunday, February 13,1994, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. She advised that she would be attending a meeting with the Broward County School Superintendent on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. and asked City Manager Flatley to provide grant information for that meeting. She mentioned that the Camp Blanding Child Care Center will be holding the Black History program at the I.T. Parker Community Center on February 18, 1994, and encouraged the Commission to attend. Mayor Grace reported that she has been appointed Vice Chairperson on the Broward County Planning Council and a board member for the Blockbuster Entenainment Committee. REGULAR MEETING L4 Mayor Grace mentioned that the Modello Park Homeowners Association has asked that a centerline be added to 2nd Street and commended Chairperson Vito Mancino for his effons on the Cultural Affairs Committee events. FEBRUARY 8, 1994 Mayor Grace expressed her apologies for not being able ro attend the Chamber of Commerce Dinner due to personal reasons and expressed appreciation for the suppon received during her daughter's illness. 0 MayorGommissionet City Glerk Auditor REGULAR MEETING 15 FEBRUARY 8, 1994 Thls reclular meeting aqioumed. ,0-<+-,