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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-03-25 Regular City Commission Meeting MinutesMINUTES DANIA CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 7:30 P.M. MAYOR MIKES CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:30 P.M. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE * Reverend Bob Sands - Griffin Road Baptist Church ROLL CALL Present: Mayor: Vice Mayor: Commissioners Bob Mikes Jim Cali John Bertino John Etling Bill Hyde Mike Smith Frank Adler Marie Jabalee PRESENTATIONS -BSO - Deputy of the Month - no presentation ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: 1 .2, ,I .3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7 , 1.8, 1.9, 1.1O, and 1.12. ,. COAISE'VT AGENDA Minutes: 1.1 Regular Meeting of January 28, 1997. Ordinances: 1.11 .AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA AMENDING SUB PARAGRAPH (a) OF SECTION 19-52, ARTICLE lV OF CHAPTER 19 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ELIMINATE THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE CITY COMMISSIONER AS A MEMBER OF THE DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (First Reading of Ordinance) A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde, to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of items 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, and 1.12. City Manager: City Attorney: City Clerk: The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice [\/ayor Cali - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - yes Resolufions.' 1.2 .A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, DECLARING CERTAIN PERSONAL PROPERTY TO BE OBSOLETE SURPLUS AND OF NO INTRINSIC VALUE AND DECLARING THE INTENT OF THE CITY TO DISPOSE OF SAME AS JUNK; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Vice-Mayor Cali requested information on the original date of purchase of all the assets being written off, the original cost ofthe assets, and the method of disposal being used for the assets. Marie Jabalee, Finance Director/City Clerk, advised that the items are mainly pieces of computer equipment that have no value to the City. Staff has recommended donating the equipment to the Dillard High School grant program for use in teaching students about computers. Finance Director Jabalee agreed to bring back additional information on the value of each item. Commissioner Hyde made a motion to approve the resolution with the stipulation that any excess and obsolete computer parts be donated to a high school program and bring the issue back to the City Commission if the donation does not work out. Vern Johnson, lnformation Services Manager, advised that the original value of each item is recorded in the fixed asset system and that the equipment is over five years old and holds no intrinsic value to the City. Most of the items are old dot matrix printers or cannibalized systems whose parts have been used to fix other equipment. Commissioner Bertino expressed his desire to hold a sale on any functional equipment with Dania citizens before turning the items over to a school program Commissioner Hyde withdrew his motion. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to continue the resolution to next meeting. The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes 2MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: 1.3 ,A RESOLUTION OF THE CIry OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVINGTHE LOAN REQUEST TO THE FAMILY BANK FOR A LOAN OF $119,388.50 FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN ELGIN WHIRLWND-DUAL STREET SWEEPER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Vice Mayor Cali questioned the possibility of using the $125,000.00 budgeted under capital outlay in the Stormwater Fund for the purchase of the street sweeper. Marie Jabalee, Finance Director/City Clerk, clarified that the funding on the revenue side represents loan proceeds. Vice Mayor Cali requested staff to supply information on the fund balance and expected revenues for the Stormwater Fund before the City incurs additional debt. Finance Director Jabalee explained that this is the first year for funding the Stormwater Fund and lhat 79o/o of the anticipated revenue is expected by the end of March. City Attorney Adler clarified that the Stormwater Assessment fund is restricted to maintenance of the system and that funds cannot be used for capital improvements. City Manager Smith advised that a certain amount of funds have been allocated for capital outlay but most of the funds will be used for extraordinary maintenance and debt service to cover the purchase of the vacuum sweeper truck needed to meet Clean Water Act requirements. The City will need to continue to collect money to meet the debt service in the future, which has a five-year projection for payback. Finance Director Jabalee explained that loan quotes were received from several banks last month when the City financed the purchase of a fire truck and Family Bank's proposal was the best. She stated that Family Bank is a qualified public depository and that the City of Dania has utilized their loan services for several years. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to adopt the resolution. The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor l\ilikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - no 1,4 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING MICHAEL W. SMITH AS CITY MANAGER; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; 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.' Mayor Mikes suggested continuing items 1.4 through 1.9 to the next regular meeting and scheduling an organizational workshop meeting in between to 3MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 review the budget, overtime, and the City's organizational structure. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Efling, to continue items 1 .4 through 1.9 to the next regular meeting and schedule an organizational meeting in between to discuss the appointment resolutions before the next regular meeting. The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- no Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - no ITEMS 1.4 THROUGH 1.9 WERE CONTINUED TO 418197 REGULAR MEETING. 't.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING FRANK C. ADLER AS CITY ATTORNEY; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE Clry OF DANIA, FLORIDA; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWTH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.' .A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING MARIE JABALEE AS FINANCE DIRECTOR/CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; 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." ,A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING ROBERT PALM AS UTILITIES/PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; 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-' "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING MONICA GRIFFITH AS PERSONNEL DIRECTOR; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; 4MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.' 1.9 .A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING KENNETH LAND AS ACTING FIRE CHIEF; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION FOR SUCH APPOINTEE; PROVIDING THAT SUCH APPOINTEE SHALL SERVE AT THE PLEASURE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE Clry OF DANIA, FLORIDA; 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.' ITEMS I.4 THROUGH I.9 WERE CONTINUED TO 418197 REGULAR MEETING. {.10 ,A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTTON 2 (2) OF RESOLUTTON NO. 78-84 AS PASSED AND ADOPTED ON MAY 10, ,1994, TO ELIIVIINATE A CIry COMMISSIONER AS A MEMBER OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Vice Mayor Cali urged the Commission to consider the importance of having a City Commissioner appointed to serve on the Economic Development Advisory Board. He volunteered to serve in the appointment. Commissioner Hyde mentioned the previous Commission's decision to maintain resident appointees on boards that do not require a Commission appointee in an effort to reduce Commission influence and create a more objective atmosphere. Commissioner Bertino pointed out that boards without a Commission appointee have not been meeting regularly. He urged the City Commission to consider the need to review each board's mission statement and to setup procedures for proper staff support on these boards. It/ayor Mikes stressed the need for boards to function in an advisory capacity with residents only and to eliminate Commission dominated boards that act without commission consensus. lt was agreed that Commissioners have the right to attend all board meetings. Commissioner Etling stressed the importance of listening to the recommendations presented from advisory board members so as not to discourage citizen input. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to adopt the resolution. The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - no 5MINUTES.REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 1,12 'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 28, BY CREATING ARTICLEVIII, 'TELECOMMUNICATION TOWERS AND ANTENNAS"; PROVIDING INTENT AND DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING MINIMUMSTANDARDS FOR LOCATION AND APPROVAL OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWERSi PROVIDING MINIMUMSTANDARDS FOR LOCATION AND APPROVAL OF COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNAS, PROVIDING ADDITIONAL USES; PROVIDING FOR SHARED USE OF COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNAS; PROVIDING FOR INSPECTIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (First Reading of Ordinance) City Manager Smith mentioned that there have been a number of ordinances developed by the Consortium made up of 28 agencies in Broward County and that this ordinance is a redraft of the Coral Springs Ordinance. Commissioner Etling stressed the need for the newly elected Commissioners to have more time to review the ordinance and that there are minor wording changes to be addressed to avoid potential conflicts or loop holes. Vice-Mayor Cali stated his readiness to continue with the item. City Attorney Adler reported that the moratorium is good through the end of May. A motion was made by Commissioner Etling, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to continue flrst reading of the ordinance to the next regular meeting The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor lvlikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - no 2. PROCLAMATIONS 2.1 Declaring the week of March 24 - 30, 1997, as 'National Community Development Week." City Manager Smith read the proclamation in its entirety. 3. A,DS 3.1 Selection of Engineers lor 22nd Year CDBG grant projects for Southwest and Northwest lmprovements Phase Il and possible adoption of resolution approving agreement for said engineering services. City Manager Smith advised that three proposals were received and they have been ranked as follows: 6MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 (1)Berry & Calvin /Susan Holland Engineering (Joint Partnership) (2)Craven Thompson & Assoc. (3)Cartaya & Associates (not recommended) City Manager Smith recommended Berry & Calvin for the project since they have been the engineering firm for Southwest lmprovements phase I and have done an excellent job for the City over the years. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to approve staff recommendation to select Berry & Calvin for the engineering services for the 22no Year Community Development Block Grant Programs. The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissroner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - yes 3.2 Recommendation on awarding bid for Southwest Sidewalk and Landscape lmprovements Phase I under the CDBG Program and possible adoption of resolution approving agreement for project. City Manager Smith explained that Broward County did not accept the first low bidder selected for the project due to their inability to meet certain requirements under the Community Development Block Grant Program. The City was required to rebid the project and staff is now recommending awarding the bid to L& B Trucking & Construction. Vice-Mayor Cali questioned whether all trades are covered under the prevailing wage rates in Section I in the contract. City Manager Smith explained that prevailing wage documentation is provided in the specifications and that the City provides the scope of work to be completed and the Atlanta office of HUD determines which classifications are covered and the actual rates. A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to approve staff recommendation and adopt the resolution approving the agreement with L& B Trucking. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA AMENDING sEcTroN 33.40(8), ARTTCLE I OF CHAPTER 33 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA TO REQUIRE THAT OWNERS 7MINUTES.REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 OF BOATS SHALL COMPLY W|TH BROWARD COUNTY'S REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BOATS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (Second Reading of Ordinance) Commissioner Hyde clarified that this ordinance will provide BSO the opportunity to verify the registration of boats floating in City wateMays, especially Dania Cut- off canal. He was confident that the ordinance will deter old boats from being abandoned and allow law enforcement to tag boats the way that abandoned cars are tagged in Code Enforcement. Commissioner Hyde presented the following amendment to the ordinance: "Section 33-4 Regulation and use of waterways and facilities related thereto: (8) Recognition of the State of Florida, U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers rules and regulations. All water craft in or on the wateMays of the City of Dania are hereby charged with knowledge of and compliance to all registration requirements rules and regulations of the State of Florida, Broward County and the U.S. Coast Guard as applied to documented vessels and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers governing boats, docks and waterways, all of which are incorporated herein and made a part hereof by reference. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to amend the ordinance as stated by Commissioner Hyde. The motion on the amendment passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino -yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - yes Mayor Mikes opened the public hearing. Bill Wosenitz, Marine Advisory Board, suggested including regulations governing house barges and houseboats into the ordinance. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Mikes closed the public hearing. Commissioner Hyde stated that sanitary conditions are included under the State of Florida requirements, which means that DNRP (Department of Natural Protection) will be able to inspect boats. He did not believe that state registration of barges was covered, as the City has no jurisdiction. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to adopt the ordinance on second reading as amended. The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino -yes Commissioner Etling - yes 8MINUTES.REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Vice Mayor Cali - yes 4.2 VA-06-97 - Bill Bonilla, Petitioner - BW Institutional lnvestments, Owner 400 E. Sheridan Street (Publix Shopping Center) Request for a variance from the Sign Code, Section 3-33 (m) for the construction of a double sided illuminated pole sign containing 150 total square feet. Leigh Kerr, Planning Consultant for the City, advised that BVT lnstitutional lnvestments is requesting a variance for a 1S0-foot sign where a s0-foot sign is permitted. The property is located in the Sand Plper Bay Shopping Center at the northwest corner of SE Sth Avenue and Sheridan Street. Bill Bonilla, BVT lnstitutional lnvestments, stated the need for the sign variance to attract more business into the shopping center. He explained his difficulty in coping with the many violations from the previous owner of the property and expressed his desire to work with the City to resolve the problems. Mayor Mikes opened public heanng Richard Shodrick, 410 SE 14 Street, Sandpiper Bay Townhomes, explained the ongoing disturbance problems with trucks parking in the back of the shopping center and running their refrigeration units all night. Mr. Shodrick explained his efforts to contact BSO, City staff and the owners of BVT in Tampa trying to stop the private truck owners from parking and attempts to obtain "Tow Away" signs. Discussion followed on the ineffectiveness of citing the vehicles with tickets when the owner is not around. Commissioner Bertino was confident that the problem would stop once the "Tow Away" signs get posted and authorization is received from the petitioner to tow the vehicles. John Bruckner, Meadowbrook Lakes Condominium, mentioned that he has experienced similar truck parking problems in his neighborhood and that there is a need to address the provisions in the noise ordinance to rectify the problem. Vito Mancino pointed out that it is the responsibility of the property owner to stop trespassers from parking on their property. Hearing no further comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing Commissioner Etling suggested including a condition to the variance that the petitioner provide authorization for the towing. Commissioner Bertino questioned the petitioner on whether he would consider completang the sidewalks for citizens to walk to the shopping center. Mr. Bonilla agreed to install sidewalks and 10 royal palms around the perimeter of the shopping center in the middle of the swale for better appearance. After discussion on the drainage problems where the sidewalks will need to be installed, City Manager Smith suggested to have the Public Works Department work with the property owner to come up with a joint resolution on the standing 9MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 1997 water problem Vice Mayor Cali asked for a commitment from the petitioner to have "No Parking" signs erected by Friday to assist the residents of Sandpiper Bay. Mr. Bonilla agreed to the request. Victor Lohmann, Planning & Zoning Board, advised that one ofthe issues that arose with the Planning & Zoning Board was to include into the variance that the petitioner forego any additional pole signs that would meet the 50 square foot sign limitation on the property. Mr. Bonilla accepted the additional condition. Commissioner Bertino and Commissioner Hyde agreed to include the condition as stated by Mr. Lohmann to the motion. The motion passed on the following roll call vote Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Bertino- no Commissioner Hyde - yes Mayor Mikes - yes Commissioner Etling - yes Vice Mayor Cali - yes Commissioner Etling - no Vice Mayor Cali - yes 4.3 Reconsideration of VA-32-96 - Frank A. Jose, Owner - 129 NW 4 Avenue. (Variance denied 2125197 regular meeting) A request to reconsider variance from the provisions of the Dania Zoning Code to allow a 12' x27.5O' or 330 sq. ft. addition to commercial building d.b.a./ Frank's Custom Paint and Auto Body. Attorney Kenneth M. Meyer explained that [VIr. Jose has been in business in Dania for 21 yeas and that a variance has been requested from the setback requirements to allow a storage addition for car parts and equipment. Attorney Meyer assured the Commission that the addition will not be a working area or be used for electrical equipment. The motion passed on the following roll call vote City Attorney Adler advised that the variance has to be readvertised and that the MINUTES.REGULAR MEETING 10 MARCH 25, 1997 A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde, to grant the variance (VA-06-97) contingent upon. "Tow Away" signs being erected by Friday, the City being given permission to tow any vehicles in violation of the "Tow Away" signs, sidewalks being constructed in compliance with city staff recommendations, proper landscaping being added to the sign and at least ten royal palms being added to the swale area in a radius around the shopping center. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice-Mayor Cali, to reconsider VA-32-96. petitioner should pay all costs involved. Mr. Adler confirmed that the request does not have to go back before the Planning & Zoning Board. Mayor Mikes suggested setting the public hearing for the second meeting in April since there is an Unsafe Structures Order to demolish the addition. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Vice-Mayor Cali, to readvertise the variance for the second meeting in April at the petitioner's expense. The motion passed unanimously. 5. S'IE PLA'VS 5.1 SP-03-97- Stephen Celere, Petitioner/Owner - Cesco Holdings lnc. 2300 State Road 84 Request for Site Plan approval for a garage addition to the existing office building. (Subject property generally located on the south side of State Road 84 between Ravenswood Road and SW 23 Terrace.) Leigh Kerr, City Consultant, explained that the property is currently a boat sales facility located on State Road 84 and that they have requested to add a garage in the rear. Additional landscaping has been included and the petitioner meets all code requirements. The property is zoned M-1 and the Planning & Zoning Board recommended approval at their February 19, 1997, meeting. Charles Buckalou, Engineenng Services, explained his involvement with preparing the site plan and mentioned that the owner is installing additional landscaping to meet code. Mayor Mikes asked if 12 foot Oak Trees could be used instead of 8 foot Green Buttonwood Trees. Mr. Buckalou agreed to change the four trees to Oak Trees. Commissioner Hyde commented on the possible need to install signs directing people to park in the parking lot and Mr. Buckalou did not think there was a problem with parking. Mayor Mikes allowed public comment. Hearing no comments, Mayor Mikes directed discussion to the Commission for possible action. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to approve SP-03-97 with the condition that 4- 12-foot Oak Trees replaces the 4- 8-foot Green Buttonwoods on the site plan. 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 5.2 SP-04-97 - Dennis DesJardin, Petitioner - Victory Living Programs, Owner - 851 W. Dania Beach Boulevard Request for Site Plan approval for an addition to existing 12-unit apartment building. (Subject property located on the south side of Dania Beach Boulevard MINUTES.REGULAR MEETING MARCH 25, 199711 CITIZENS' COMMENTS: coMMENrs By DANta ctnzENs oR INTEREITED pARnEs rHArARE NOT A PART OF THE REGULAR AGENDA SHOIJLD BE GIVEN IN WRMNG OR COMMUNICATEDyERBALLy pRtOR TO 4:00 p.M. THE SECOND 1/o1 aNO rOUAtn Fr') MONDAY OF EACH MONTH.COMMEN|S OF ANY NATURE WLL BE RESPONDED TO BY THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER. INTHE EVENT THAT THE CO'VCER/V REMAINS U'VRESOLVED, THE CMZEN(S) OR PARTY WLL BE ASKED TO ADDRESS THE CITY COMMISS'O'V DURI'VG THE MEENNG. 6.1 Craig McAdams, Marine Advisory Board - Discussion of utilization of advisory boards' recommendation for items that pertain to their domain. Craig McAdams directed attention to the fact that there has been a lack of communication between the City Commission and the Marine Advisory Board over the past few years. He reminded the City Commission of his 25 years of experience as a Merchant Marine Officer and the expertise of other members on the board that should be taken into consideration when marine issues are being presented. Mr. McAdams urged the City Commission to address improvements at Frost park and the Danaa Pier. Mayor Mikes expressed the need for advisory board members to attend workshop meetings to present their board input and to be encouraged to participate actively on City Boards. EXPEN DITU RE REQUESIS- A'OA'E D'SCUSS'O'V A N D POS SI B LE ACT I O N 7 I 12 MARCH 25, 1997 between SW 11 Avenue and SWgAvenue.) Dennis DesJardin, Executive Director for Victory Living programs, requestedapproval of the site plan that will provide training space for the individuals at thefacility. Mr DesJardin explained that a variance was granted some time agoallowing them to use a temporary office trairer in the parking rot and that it iastaken five years to acquire the.funds to complete a permanent structure. JeffreyGross, Architect, has prepared the plans and drawings for the addition and thePlanning & Zoning Board recommended approval. A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Cali, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, toapprove the site plan (SP-04-97). Mr. DesJardin agreed to plant 12 foot Oak Trees instead ofthe g-foot Oak Treeson the site plan at the request of Mayor Mikes. Vice-Mayor Cali and Commissioner Berlino agreed to include the 12-foot Oak Trees as a condition to the motion. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Efling - yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice Mayor Cali - yes Mayor Mikes - yes 6. MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING 8.1 Update on Dania Pier Restaurant and Bait Shop. (Commissioner Hyde) Commissioner Hyde expressed his dissatisfaction with the slow progress with constructing permanent bathrooms at the pier. City Manager Smith presented an architectural rendering/conceptual drawing in the backup relating to the installation of ADA accessible restrooms and a bait shop at the pier. Attorney Karl Adler is developing the legal language for an RFP to recruit a new tenant for the restaurant facility. Mr. Smith mentioned that there is a different approach at the Pier now that the City has decided to build the structure. He stressed the importance for the future tenant to be involved in the design before the restaurant is actually built. The language being developed is for a built-to-suit lease that will secure the City with a tenant before the structure is built. City Manager Smith suggested financing the cost of the capital project or paying for it out right from surplus funds. The private sector tenant would have to be responsible for the inside d6cor and equipment costs. Discussion followed on the need for a dumb waiter for the restaurant and whether an elevator would be a good idea since the pier is ADA accessible right now. Mr. McAdams mentioned that members of the Marine Advisory Board have actually visited the Pier and have provided their suggestions for access to the pier, shade on the pier, and the bathrooms location. Mr. McAdams mentioned that the board did not recommend an expensive restaurant operation comparable to Martha's at the beach. The consensus of the board was that a minimal shell for a small size hot dog/hamburger business would be more feasible. At Commissioner Hyde's urging, Mr. McAdams agreed to present the board's recommendations in writing. The Commission generally agreed to schedule a workshop meeting with the members of the Marine Advisory Board to discuss the pier issues further. 8.2 Discussion of options for vacation of right-of-way on SE 5 Avenue (Commissioner Bertino) Commissioner Bertino recommended taking action to vacate certain portions of property on SE 5rh Avenue due to possible expansion of the road by the County even though the road has been removed from the Broward County Trafficways Plan. His recommendation was to vacate land from Dania Beach Boulevard north between the Danians and Dania Jai Alai and land south down SE 5 Avenue to the end of Meadowbrook Condominiums. Mayor Mikes was confident that the transfer of property back to owners would slow up any expansion plans by Broward County and provide additional tax base with the land being brought back on the tax rolls. Mayor Mikes directed the city attorney to conduct title searches. City lvlanager Smith was directed to schedule a workshop meeting to hear citizen input from the SE 5rh Avenue area and to ensure that the deeds are conditional upon drainage and utility improvements and possible linear park. MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING 13 MARGH 25,'1997 9.1 Fifteen (15) members needed on the Airport Advisory Board. (All appointments expired 3/97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Beulah Lair and Victor Lohmann Commissioner Bertino nominated Alex Buchsbaum Mayor Mikes nominated Ann Castro and Cathy David A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanimously. 9.2 Five (5) members needed on the Budget Advisory Committee. (All appointments expired 3/97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Myrtle Corbin John Etling nominated Richard Sowden Commissioner Bertino nominated Eugene Jewell Mayor Mikes nominated Al spies A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanimously. 9.3 Civil Service Board - One (1) citizen appointment and one (1) alternate by City Commission needed. Also, three (3) citizen nominations from City Commission needed for employees to vote on to fill fifth member position and alternate for fifth member position. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to reappoint Kurt Ely as the member and move Raymond Lair from his Alternate posiiion to fill the vacant 5th member position. ThL motion passed unanimously. (The appointment of Raymond Lair to the 5th member position was not legal based on the Civil Service rules requiring three citizen nominations from the City Commission and an election being conducted for employees to vote on the 5th member position.) 9.4 Three (3) regular members plus two (2) alternate members needed for Code Enforcement Board. Commissioner Hyde nominated Peggy Breeschoten Mayor Mikes nominated Merita Mitchell Vice Mayor Cali understood that the board is setup to require certain trade occupations for each position and that the City Commission should attempt to fill the positions with the right people. Mr. Cali recommended continuance to allow him an opportunity to search the community for appointees with the appropriate building trades. MINUTES.REGULAR MEETING 14 MARCH 25, 1997 APPOINTMENTS A motion was made by Vice Mayor Cali, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to continue the appointments to the next meeting. After further discussion, a motion was made by Gommissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to appoint Peggy Breechoten to the businessmanposition and continue all other appointments to the next regular meeting. The motion passed unanimously. 9.5 Ten (10) members needed for the Community Affairs Advisory Board. (All appointments expired 3/97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Mary Barrett and Peggy Breeschoten Mayor Mikes nominated Beulah Lair and Vito Mancino A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Etling to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanimously. 9.6 Ten (10) members to the Dania Economic Development and Downtown Redevelopment Board. (All appointments expired 3/97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Joel Azrikan. Commissioner Bertino nominated Maryann Signore A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanimously. 9.7 One Commissioner needed for appointment to the General Employees Pension Board. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to appoint Vice Mayor Cali to the General Employees Pension Board. The motion passed unanimously. 9.8 Ten (10) members on Human Relations Board. (All appointments expired 3t97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Bob Adams Commissioner Etling nominated Merita Mitchell Commissioner Bertino nominated Helen Udell and Alex Buchsbaum Mayor Mikes a nominated Mildred Jones A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde, to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanimously. 9.9 Ten (10) members on Marine Advisory Board. (All appointments expired 3t97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Debbie Helminger Commissioner Etling nominated Charlie Mckenna MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING 15 MARCH 25, 1997 Commissioner Bertino nominated Craig McAdams Vice Mayor Cali nominated Cathy Petowsky and Larry Weisner I\Iayor Mikes nominated Bill Wosenitz A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde, to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanimously. 9.10 Ten (1 0) members on Parks & Recreation Advisory Board. appointments expired 3/97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Craig Redesel and Diane Curry Commissioner Bertino nominated Patty Fucille and Cynthia Wilkins Mayor [\/ikes nominated Marco Salvino A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanrmously. (4il 9.1'l Five (5) members on Planning & Zoning Board. (All appointments expired 3/97.) Commissioner Hyde nominated Pat Janowski Commissioner Etling nominated Robert Dresser Commissioner Bertino nominated June Silvernale Mayor Mikes nominated Victor Lowman A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde, to approve the nominations. The motion passed unanimously. 9.12. Four (4) legal residents appointed by the City Commission to the Police & Fire Pension Board. (Appointments expired 3/97.) A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to nominate the existing 4 members (Cathy David, Robert Donly, Beulah Lair and Wardell Lee) to the Police & Fire Pension Board. The motion passed unanimously. Ll3 Three (3) members needed on the Unsafe Structures Board. A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner Hyde, to nominate the existing 3 members (Richard Bettor, Harry Hipler and Sam Jolly) to the Unsafe Structures board. The motion passed unanimously. 9.14 Five (5) members needed on the Occupational License Review Committee. (All appointments expired 3/97.) Commissioner Hyde understood that the Occupational License Review Board was established by Florida Statutes last year to make changes to the Occupational License sections and that no further changes can be made at this time. City Attorney Adler advised that Flodda Statutes govern the time in which rates for occupational licenses can be increased and that a board needs to be appointed at that time. MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING 16 MARCH 25,1997 Vice Mayor Cali questioned whether the existing Occupational License Review Board could review the current fee structure and make recommendations on reducing rates in an effort to be consistent with other cities. Mr. Adler advised that this board was created as a single purpose board; the City Commission can review the rates, without a board, to determine whether they need to be lowered Vice Mayor Cali recommended creating an advisory board made up of business people to see how the Cily competes with other businesses in neighboring cities A motion was made by Vice Mayor Cali, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to establish the Occupational License Advisory Board and bring a mission statement forthe board back before the City Commission at the next meeting. 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 9.15 One appointment by Mayor needed on Dania Housing Authority due to resignation of Judy Usifer. Mayor Mikes expressed his reluctance in accepting the resignation of Judy Usifer from the Dania Housing Authority and appointed Bill Winkelholtz to replace her on the board. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to approve the appointment of Bill Winkelholtz. The motion passed unanimously. 10, ADMINISTRATIVEREPORTS 10.{ City Manager - Schedule interviews with finalists for Growth Management Director City Manager Smith advised that there are three excellent candidates for the Growth Management Director position. The City Commission generally agreed to schedule a workshop meeting in three weeks. City Manager Smith reported that FAU will be conducting a workshop to discuss the legal requirements for board members at City Hall the end of May and that free tax return services are available at City Hall. 10.2 City Attorney - no comments 11. COMMTSSTONCOMMENTS 11.1 CommissionerBertino Commissioner Bertino mentioned the need to include discussion of rezoning parts of Sheridan Street on the next workshop meeting. MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING 17 MARCH 25, 1997 He requested to include the recommendations of Charter Review Board on the next workshop meeting and encouraged citizens to contact him on board appointees. 11.4 Vice Mayor Cali Vice-Mayor Cali commended the Public Works Department for the Wateruvays Cleanup Project and the City Clerk Department for the reception that was held after the recent election. City Clerk Jabalee assured Vice-Mayor Cali that the financial statements would be submitted on time. City Attorney Adler advised that a court hearing is being held tomorrow on the substation on SE sth Avenue and that an appeal will be filed if necessary. A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Cali, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to appoint the Mayor and Vice Mayor to serve as City Representatives to the Broward County, State and National League of Cities. The motion passed unanimously. 11.5 Mayor Mikes City Manager Smith advised that two spaces for exhibits have been provided for the City at the Marine Flea Market. Discussion followed a possible asbestos problem at Bethune School Mayor Mikes thanked the voters and volunteers for lheir support in his being re- elected to the Dania City Commission. This meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m I <,2 ,?-Z-- CITY CLERK DITOR MAYOR SIONER MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING 18 MtV MARCH 25,1997 11.2 CommissionerEtling Commissioner Etling thanked the voters for their support in the recent election. He mentioned the success of the recent Watenivays Cleanup Project and the dinner hosled last week by the Broward League of Cities. 11.3 Commissioner Hyde Commissioner Hyde thanked everyone who was involved in the Waterway Cleanup Project. Mayor Mikes requested staff to provide overtime reports and budget information.