HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-06-24 Regular City Commission Meeting MinutesMAYOR MIKES CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:30 P.M.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
*Reverend Margaret Smart, Dania United Methodist Church
ROLL CALL
Mayor:
Vice-Mayor:
Commissioners:
Bob Mikes
Jim Cali
John Beftino
John Etling
Bill Hyde
Frank Adler
Michael Smith
Marie Jabalee
Vice-Mayor Cali mentioned his attendance at a reception held on the aircraft
carrier, George Washington, hosted by Admiral Mullen and Captain Rutherford.
Vice-Mayor Cali presented a plaque to the City from the men and women of the
George Washington Battle Group USS Washington Carrier Vehicle #73 and
Carrier Air Wing #1.
PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA: MAYOR MIKES PULLED ITEM 1.3
,. CO'VSENT AGENDA
Resolutions:
1.1 ,A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE GENERAL
EMPLOYEES PENSION BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL THEIR TERM
EXPIRES JUNE 23, 1999; AND PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS
OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE
REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT: AND PROVIDING
FOR EFFECTIVE DATE."
1.2 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE 'MARINE
ADVISORY BOARD" TO SERVE A TWO YEAR TERM EXPIRING
MARCH 1999; AND PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS
OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE
EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE."
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MINUTES
DANIA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 24, 1997
City AtTorney:
City Manager:
City Clerk:
PRESE'VIAI'OA'S
Ordinances:
1.4 ,AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, AMENDING
SECTION 8.1 OF ARTICLE 1, CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, TO ADOPT THE1996 BROWARD EDITION OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA BUILDINGCODE; PROVIDING THAT ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF
ORDINANCES AND ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE
REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE.' (First reading of ordinance) (Staff)
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to
approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of item 1.3.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Bertino -yes
Commissioner Hyde -yes
Mayor Mikes-yes
Commissioner Bertino -yes
Commissioner Hyde -yes
Mayor Mikes-yes
Commissioner Etling -yesVice Mayor Cali-yes
Commissioner Etling -yes
Vice Mayor Cali-yes
PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
1.3 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING A
TRI-PARTY AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY,
SPORTSMAN PARK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY AND THE CITY OF
DANIA FOR THE USE OF BROWARD COUNTY ROADWAY IIUPACT
FEES FOR ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND GRANT OF DRAINAGE
EASEMENT; AND PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS
OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE
EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE." (Stafr)
Attorney Ron l\tlastriana reported that Bass Pro has changed its name to
Sportsman Park. He was confident that the Tri-Party Agreement includes all of
the major concerns expressed by all parties including an easement with Broward
County relieving some of the drainage problems along Anglers Avenue. The
agreement will allow the use of Broward County lmpact Fees as well as impact
fees required from the developer to pay for the construction ofthe roadway
needed for the Bass Pro Project. Mr. Mastriana expected the Broward County
Commission to address the agreement at their July 8 meeting.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Cali, seconded by Commissioner Hyde, to
adopt the resolution.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote
ITEM 8.10 WAS HEARD AFTER ITEM 1.3.
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2.
3.
3.1
PROCLAMATIOlVS-none
B'DS
RFP for utility rate study and possible adoption of two resolutions as
follows:
,A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE
PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY HARTMAN &ASSOCIATES, INC. TO CONDUCT
A WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES RATE STUDY FOR THE CITY OF
DANIA; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.'
.A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE
PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY HARTMAN & ASSOCIATES, INC. TO CONDUCT
A WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES IMPACT FEE STUDY FOR THE
CITY OF DANIA; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.'
Marie Jabalee, Finance Director/City Clerk, advised that the following three
proposals were received from the RFP advertised for the water and sewer utility
rate studies:
Hartman & Associates
David M. Griffith
Rachlin, Cohen & Hotz
According to Professional Negotiations, City Clerk Jabalee explained that a
Selection Committee rated the proposals and that Hartman & Associates was
rated #1. Staff then negotiated with Hartman & Associates and they agreed to
conduct the utility rate study for $20,000.00, which is a budgeted item. Hartman
& Associates was also asked to submit a proposal to conduct an impact fee
study. A proposal for $9,500.00 was submitted for the impact fee study and a
second resolution was prepared for the agenda. City Clerk Jabalee expected the
utility rate study to be ready for implementation by October 1, but she was unable
to determine a time frame on the impact fee study.
The City Commission generally agreed that a presentation is needed from
Hartman & Associates and to continue the items to a workshop meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner
Bertino, to defer item 3.1 to the next regular meeting pending a workshop
meeting in between for a presentation from Hartman & Associates.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Commissioner Bertino -yes
Commissioner Hyde -yes
Mayor Mikes-yes
Commissioner Etling -yes
Vice Mayor Cali-yes
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4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Ordinances:
4.1 RZ-12-97 - Petitioner: Mary Ann Signore -Owner: Andie's Inc., d/b/a Willow
Manor Retirement Home - Property located at SW l"tCourt and SW 1"t
Street.
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CIry OF DANIA, FLORIDA, REZONING THE
FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LANDS TO.WT: LOTS 1 THROUGH 5 AND 8OF BLOCK 27, 'TOWN OF MODELO', ACORDING TO THE PLAT
THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK "8", PAGE 49, OF THE
PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SAID LANDS
SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE CITY OF DANIA, BROWARD
COUNTY, FLORIDA FROM PRESENT ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF RD-
6000 TO A ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF C-3, UNDER THE PROVISIONS
OF ORDINANCE NO. 1OO OF THE CIry OF DANIA, FLORIDA, AS
AMENDED; 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
Reading of Ordinance) (Staff)
Archie Ryan, Esq., representing Petitioner, Mary Ann Signore, explained that the
rezoning affects property located at the corner of SW 1"tCourUSW 1"1 Street. He
advised that Mary Ann Signore owns the Willow Manner Retirement Home,
which occupies most of block 27 of Town of Modelo. The rezoning is being
requested to allow the petitioner to expand the existing facility for an Alzheimer
Unit.
Leigh Kerr, Planning Consultant, advised that the rezoning has been reviewed by
the Planning & Zoning Board and that staff recommends approval, as the request
is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Mayor Mikes opened the public hearing. Hearing no one speak in favor or
opposition, Mayor Mikes closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Vice-Mayor Cali, to
adopt the Ordinance (RZ-12-971 on second reading.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote
Commissioner Bertino -yes
Commissioner Hyde -yes
Mayor Mikes-yes
Commissioner Etling -yesVice Mayor Cali-yes
5. SITE PLANS -none
CITIZENS' COMMENTS: ooMMENTS BY DANIA oITIZENS oR ,^,TERESTED
PARTIES THAT ARE NOT A PART OF THE REGULAR AGENDA SHOULD BE GIVEN
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lN..yVRlTlNG OR COMUUNTCATED VERBALLy pRtOR TO 4:OO p.M. THE SECOND({D) AND FouRTH (4rH) MoNDAy oF EA1H M,NTH. coMMENTs oF ANy NAT:REWLL BE RESPONDED TO BY THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER, IN THE EVENTTHAT THE CONCER'V REMAINS UNRESOLVED, THE CITIZEN (S) OR PARTY WLL
BE ASKED TO ADDRESS THE CITY COMMISSION DURING THE MEETING.
7.
8.
EX P E N D I T U R E REQUES lS-none
D/SCUSS'OA/ A N D POSSIBLE ACTION
8.1 Presentation by Area Agency on Aging of Broward County.
Edith Letterburg, Executive Director of the Area Agency on Aging of Broward
County, explained that the Agency provides elderly services to persons over the
age of 60 according to a mandate of the Federal Older Americans Act and State
Community Care for the Elderly Act. Mrs. Letterburg explained the fair share
mechanism devised to collect matching funds from municipalities and noted that
last year $205,653.00 worth of services was provided to Dania seniors. The
amount represented a $25.38 return for each dollar of matching funds requested
from Dania and 3,914 elderly living in Dania are eligible for services. The two
organizations in Broward County mandated for a local match are Childcare
Connection and Area Agency on Aging.
The City Commission generally agreed that there are many organizations
deserving support and continued the issue of donations to the Budget Hearing
scheduled June 26 at 9:00 a.m.
8.2 Request by Fort Lauderdale Mustang Club and Dania Beach Grill to host
"Dania Beach Cruise Night" on Saturdays: July 12, August 9, September
13 and October 11, 1997 . (Vice Mayor Cali)
Vice-Mayor Cali mentioned that the "Dania Beach Cruise Night" was a big
success and that the Dania Beach Grill is requesting to hold additional events. A
permit was requested for the music outside, hours to be extended to 10:00 p.m.,
and city staff support for cleanup and opening restrooms.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner
Hyde, to approve the request to hold "Dania Beach Cruise Night" on Saturdays
July 12, August 9, September 13 and October 11,1997.
Commissioner Bertino -yes
Commissioner Hyde -yes
Mayor Mikes-yes
Commissioner Etling -yes
Vice Mayor Cali-yes
City Manager Smith presented drawings from Berry & Calvin Engineers on the
different options available for the waterline replacement project and asked the
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The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
8.3 Discussron of options for Melaleuca Gardens waterline replacement
project. (Staff)
City Commission to provide their direction on how they wish staff to proceed with
the project.
Bud Palm, Utilities/Public Works Director, advised that this item was brought to a
standstill until a master plan was developed by Berry & Calvin and that three
options have been presented. Mr. Palm advised that his department has
installed waterlines along NW l2th, 1Oth, and gth Avenues looping down along 7th
Street.
Mayor Mikes clarified that staff was asked to maximize the use of the alleys
wherever possible for the installation of lines and confirm a group rate and list of
plumbers for the homeowners being impacted. He clarified that it was
determined previously that it was not appropriate for City employees to be paid to
install the connections for the homeowners.
Mr. Palm expressed his opposition to the City getting involved with the
homeowners costs for connection since the City cannot guarantee the plumbing
services. Discussion followed on the possibility of financing the connection fee
through the homeowner's water bill. Mr. Palm advised that the waterline project
would be delayed until after the first of the year because the engineering work
has to be sent to the health department to get the plans approved. He also
mentioned the need to delay the work over the holidays.
Mayor Mikes expressed his dissatisfaction that the Public Works Department did
not plan the project better and that the form letter sent out to homeowners gave a
false impression that very few residents would be impacted.
Bud Palm explained that drawing A would put all of the lines out in the front
street, drawing B would utilize tlvo alleys and widen the 3 feet easements, and
drawing C leaves Lots 1, 2, and 3 in their present state with their existing lines
and all other lines would go out front. Mayor Mikes suggested installing 6" lines
in alleys wherever possible to boost system pressure. ttlr. Palm agreed that
pressure could be boosted if his crew installed 6" lines along 7th Avenue and
connected an 8" line at 8th Street. Mr. Palm agreed to have his staff continue
with the resurfacing work and bid out the waterline installations needed in the
three alleys to another contractor once the engineering is submitted and
approved by the health department.
8.4 Report on parking in yards and swales. (Staff)
ln reviewing the City Code, William Johnson, Code Enforcement Officer, advised
that Chapter 22.5 (a) states that the swale area is supposed to be primarily used
for drainage and not intended for parking vehicles. ln regards to parking in
yards, Mr. Johnson advised that Section 33-211 states that areas reserved for off
street parking should be hard surfaces and not grassy areas. The City
Commission discussed the following concerns.
. The problem that BSO writing tickets to persons parked on grassy yard areas
and swales in single family areas without specific wording in the Code
prohibiting cars from parking in swales;. Requirements on paving and drainage in swales;o Swale parking problems at Meadowbrook Condominium;
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. Signage to deter people from parking in selective swale areas;. Posting signs to allow parking in swales with the homeowners permission;. BSO's enforcement of the City's ordinances in relation to vehicles parking in
yards.
William Johnson, Code Enforcement Officer, explained that the zoning code is
enforced through the Code Enforcement Board. He recommended having Code
Enforcement Officers enforce the issue of yard parking, instead of BSO, since
the violations have to be brought before the Code Enforcement Board.
City Manager Smith suggested the idea of including the parking in the yards as
part of the Traffic Code so that it could become a ticket citation. Mr. Smith
agreed to draft an ordinance to be brought back to the City Commission.
Spence Johnson advised that the area of SW 32 Avenue and SW 33 Avenue has
been cited by Code Enforcement with over 400 violations over the past three
years. The violations relate mostly to abandoned vehicles, trash notices, and
vacant lot mowings. Mr. Johnson agreed that there is more to be done to
enforce the code in the area but crime becomes a major concern for the Code
Enforcement Officers.
Chief Frey, BSO, reported on the increased gang activity in the area of SW 33
Avenue and the number of arrests made recently. He stressed BSO's efforts to
increase enforcement and urged people to call BSO (765-4321) if they
experience any criminal activity in the area.
8.6 Report from Airport Advisory Board. (Victor Lohmann, Chairperson)
Victor Lohmann, Chairperson on the Airport Advisory Board, communicated to
the City Commission that the board's position and priority in regards to airport
issues is to sustain quality of life and preservation of the neighborhoods. The
Airport Advisory Board voted on a Position Statement, which clarifies the board's
position. Mr. Lohmann urged the City Commission to review the Position
Statement and to consider adopting it for distribution to interested parties or
agencies. Mr. Lohmann expressed concern that nothing concrete has been
received from Broward County or the Aviation Department on identifying a
Purchase Assurance Program, how the program will be implemented, or who will
be impacted.
Vice-Mayor Cali agreed that a joint meeting should be scheduled to build a
consensus for an official statement that the Mayor can use to negotiate with
Broward County. I\ilr. Lohmann advised that the Airport lnterlocal Agreement
includes a purchase assurance program but no details have been communicated
to the citizens.
Commissioner Bertino stressed the need to take a position with Broward County
that public safety is the utmost important issue regardless of the terms of the
lnterlocal Agreement. Mayor Mikes stressed his dissatisfaction that staff did not
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8.5 Report on code and law enforcement concerns forthe area of SW 32
Avenue and SW 33 Avenue. (Staff)
relay to the Regional Planning Council during a recent meeting that the real
priority of the City Commission is economic and community impact as it relates to
the airport expansion.
Commissioner Hyde recommended to have the Mayor draft a letter to Broward
County requesting clarification on the Purchase Assurance Plans and to include
the position paper from the Airport Advisory Board. Mayor lt/likes agreed that a
letter needs to be sent off before the DRI next week and that a special meeting
can be scheduled next week to take action on a consensus position of the City
Commission.
Vice-Mayor Cali requested City Attorney Adler to check into the legality of his
conversing by phone for the special meeting next Tuesday.
8.7 Report from Budget Advisory Board. (Rick Sowden, Chairman)
Judith Coatsworth, Secretary for the Budget Advisory Board, representing Rick
Sowden, presented a resolution from the board requesting that the City
Commission consider the comments presented by the auditors regarding
investments.
Commissioner Hyde questioned whether the Budget Advisory Board was going
to be making any recommendations in regards to the budget. Mrs. Coatsworth
explained that the board is meeting twice a month in order to review the budget
Marie Jabalee, City ClerUFinance Director, advised that a resolution will be
brought back at the next meeting extending the Budget Advisory Board.
8.8 Discussion of possible special assessment program for dowtown property
owners and possible direction to the Dania Economic
DevelopmenUDowntown Redevelopment Board. (Staff)
Commissioner Hyde expressed his desire to have the City Commission sit as the
Redevelopment Board in order to deal with assessment issues that may be
needed as a funding mechanism for improving the downtown area. City
Manager Smith suggested to have members of the Dania Economic
DevelopmenUDowntown Redevelopment Advisory Board define an improvement
project by receiving input from downtown merchants and property owners and to
place a 90 day time period on receiving the information. The advisory board
could then go forward with pursuing an assessment program in case the
business owners do not want to move foruvard on their own.
Mayor Mikes directed the city manager to obtain legal assistance on the matter
and provide a written memo on the legal requirements and limitations on what
can be funded and cannot be funded.
City Manager Smith stated his intention to establish a Public lmprovement
Program, instead of a Tax lncrement Financing District, that will be funded on a
formula basis of all property owners in the district. Vrce-Mayor Cali requested to
have the attorneys also review the idea of a Tax lncrement Financing District,
which is a better way to secure funding. Commissioner Be(ino also suggested
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reviewing voluntary assessments and Federal grants as a source offunding forimprovement of the downtown area. Mayor Mikes recommended including
discussion of setting up the Community Appearance Board on the next workshop
meeting and stressed the need for the Commission to review the need for more
staff to handle special projects.
8.9 Discussion of Sign Code Ordinance. (Staff)
City Manager Smith advised that staff would like to move forward with full
implementation of the Sign Code. He requested the Commission's support in
expanding the Sign Code requirements South on US '1, Dania Beach Boulevard,
Stiding Road, Griffin Road and all the major thoroughfares. He recommended to
bring back an ordinance extending the sign requirements and to send letters to
all property owners advising them of strict enforcement. Staff could also provide
evaluation of signs at the request of business owners and a courtesy time period
could be provided for gradual implementation of the strict policy by October L
Commissioner Bertino expressed concern for removing some signs that may
have historical value. Commissioner Hyde stated that there are many signs that
are not in compliance that have no historical significance and that the City
Commission must stand united in enforcing the Sign Code.
8.10 Request by Humane Society for permission to apply for vacation of right
of-way south of Griffin Road between Ravenswood Road and l-95. (Staff)
Michael Bassichis, Bassichis & Associates, representing the Broward County
Humane Society, reported on the success of the Dania Humane Society, which
has become well known nationally and internationally. Mr. Bassichis presented
the Humane Society's intentions to clean up the side and the back of the facility
and their desire to work with the Bass Pro development to complete the project.
Mr. Bassichis presented a site plan showing the existing facility and requested
permission to vacate the unimproved dirt road and lots on the street so that they
may improve the area with an animal park and increased parking.
Mayor Mikes questioned whether the parcel to the east belongs to Dania. Mr.
Bassichis advised that Broward County gave the City the three lots, which is a
mitigation area. Attorney Mastriana advised that the Humane Society would be
meeting with Craven Thomas to determine how the changes will affect the road
configuration. Attorney Mastriana explained that portions of the property are
designated to be part of a wetland mitigation and conservation easement area.
Mayor Mikes suggested continuing the issue until Mr. Mastriana and the
engineers, Craven Thompson, have reviewed the area carefully.
City Manager Smith advised that this is just the beginning of the process required
for the vacation and that staff has additional concerns regarding the zoning when
the vacation is heard before the Planning & Zoning Board. Mayor Mikes was
concerned about the recourse that could be taken if the City approves the
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City Manager Smith advised that specific recommendations on the Sign Code
would be brought back to the City Commission. Discussion followed on the
Griffin Road Bridge being pressure cleaned and repainted.
vacation and there are conflicts between the two projects. City Attorney Adler
advised that the City can only consent to the Humane Society making an
application at this time and that the Planning & Zoning Board must hold a public
hearing on the vacation. The final vacation approval must come back before the
City Commission. The City Commission generally agreed that there are further
details to be worked out in the event that the City decides to retain some of the
parcel for public purpose.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner E ing,
to approve permission for the Humane Society to apply for the vacation with the
petitioner's understanding that the City retalns the right not to vacate the property
in the future if it so chooses.
Commissioner Bertino -yes
Commissioner Hyde -yesMayor Mikes-yes
Commissioner Etling -yes
Vice Mayor Cali-yes
ITEM 3.I WAS HEARD AFTER 8.,I0
8.11 Discussion of Banyan Bay site for Dania Fire Station. (Mayor Mikes)
Mayor li/likes mentioned the City's interest in pursuing the possible purchase of
the Banyan Bay property for a public ramp facility, small boat docks facility, and a
Fire Station. [t/layor IVlikes expressed his dissatisfaction that the city manager
had not notified the City Commission when the property deal fell through and that
he had to find out through the newspapers.
City Manager Smith explained that when discussions were conducted about the
Banyan Bay property possibly being turned into a truck terminal and the City
possibly losing valuable marina property, a draft conceptual option agreement
was presented for the property. lt was clarified that funds were never
appropriated for the purchase and that an actual option agreement was never
executed for the Banyan Bay property. Mr. Smith explained that efforts were
made to contact the owners of the marina about purchasing the land for a fire
station and that he was directed to deal with a law firm handling the foreclosure
on the property. The law firm was not interested in dealing with the City because
they were dealing with private sector clients who were going to pay a higher
purchase price. Mr. Smith was glad to report that the new owners have
preserved the property as an operating marina and that there may still be a
possibility of negotiating with the owners to use some of the land for a fire station
City Manager Smith requested direction from the City Commission on whether
they wish him to continue negotiating with the current property owner for a fire
station site or whether they want him to pursue other sites. The City Commission
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The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
Mayor Mikes was concerned that there may be a conflict of interest since
Commissioner Hyde has been hired as manager of the property. He restated his
opinion that the city manager had a responsibility to bring the issue back to the
City Commission for direction and a policy decision.
expressed no further comments and Mayor Mikes requested to continue the firestation options to a future workshop meeting.
9, APPOINTMENTS
9.1 Four (4) members needed on the Airport Advisory Board.
Vice-Mayor Cali nominated David Pettis.
9.2 One (1) appointment to Code Enforcement Board to fill
Plumbing/Mechanical Subcontractor position due to declination received
from James Rogers. Vice Mayor Cali recommends the nomination of Tim
Mcleod for the vacant position.
Vice-Mayor Cali nominated Tim Mcleod. There were no other nominations
presented by the City Commission.
9.3 Four (4) members needed for the Community Affairs Advisory Board.
Vice-Mayor Cali nominated Sophie Steele
9.4 Four (4) members to the Dania Economic Development and Downtown
Redevelopment Board.
Vice-Mayor Cali nominated Dr. Edward Steinberg.
9.5 One (1) member needed on Human Relations Board.
9.6 Six (6) members on Marine Advisory Board.
Vice-Mayor Cali nominated Linda Nigro
9.7 Four (4) members on Occupational License Review Advisory Board.
9.8 Two (2) member on Planning & Zoning Board.
Vice-Mayor Cali nominated Jason Dubow.
9.9 Three (3) citizen nominations for Civil Service Board.
10, ADMINISTRATIVEREPORTS
10.1 City Manager -
City Manager Smith reminded the public and City Commission that the NW 1"t
Street Bridget will be closed for 90 days for renovations and that the Budget
Workshop will begin at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 26, 1997.
The Human Resources Department will be hosting the City's 6th Annual Health
Fair Exhibition on June 25, 1997 .
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Workshop meetings will be scheduled July 1 and July 15. l/tayor Mikes
suggested inviting community groups and members of the Downtown
Redevelopment Board to the July 15 meeting since beautification of the City will
be discussed.
1O.2 City Attorney
11, COMMISSIONCOMMENTS
11.1 CommissionerBertino
Commissioner Bertino allowed a few minutes for Bill Davidson to address the
City Commission.
Bill Davidson expressed his opposition for being required to request permission
from the City Manager to present issues under ltem #6 - Citizens' Comments.
ItI r. Davidson reported that new rims are needed for the basketball hoops at
Frost Park.
Commissioner Bertino commended Kevin Pierson, Co-President of the
Southwest Homeowners Association, along with his friend, for purchasing and
planting trees along SW l4th and SW 15rh Street at their own cost. '
11.2 CommissionerEtling
Commissioner Etling advised that he attended an FAU/FIU Joint Workshop on
the Eastward Ho Project on June l2thwith City lVlanager Smith.
Commissioner Etling wished good luck to the members of the Dania Little
Redbirds Baseball team in the tournament games taking place in the Bahamas
11.3 Commissioner Hyde
As Chaperone, Commissioner Hyde commended the behavior displayed by the
members of the Little Redbirds Baseball team during the trip over to the
Bahamas on the Sea Escape cruise line.
Commissioner Hyde encouraged support of the fund raising for the IVIagic
Children's Fund and mentioned that donations can be submitted through the
Dania Fire Department.
Commissioner Hyde expressed his apology to the Mayor, or anyone else that he
may have offended, for accepting recent employment with Banyan Bay Marina.
He was pleased to say that the management team at the marina is a credit to the
community for improving a once abandoned marina.
1'1.4 Vice Mayor Cali
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Vice-Mayor cali mentioned his prans to attend the Frorida pubric pension
Trustees Association seminar in orrando on beharf of the Generar EmproyeesPension Board being held next week.
He commended staff members for their efforts to make a success of theHomeBuyer Workshop at City Hall and the Classic Car Show at the beach.
Vice-Mayor cali explained that his position as Director of lnternal Audit for BSoand his position as a Dania commissioner has created a question on whetherthere is a Conflict of lnterest for him to participate and vote on City budgetissues. The Attorney General's Office and State of Florida, Commissioi onEthics are currently addressing the issue. Until a decision is reached, he will notbe able to attend Thursday's Budget Meeting or participate in any budget or BSOcontract discussions.
11.5 Mayor Mikes
Mayor Mikes expressed appreciation to Vice-Mayor Cali for addressing the
Conflict of lnterest issue and expressed the need for elected officials to take
necessary actions to build public trust.
This meeting adjourned at 10:35 p.m.
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CIry CLERK UDITOR
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