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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-08-26 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION TUESDAY, AUGUST, 26, 2025 - 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Present: Mayor Joyce L. Davis Vice-Mayor Marco A. Salvino, Sr. Commissioner Lori Lewellen Commissioner Luis Rimoli Commissioner A. J. Ryan IV City Manager Ana M. Garcia, ICMA-CM City Attorney Eve Boutsis Deputy City Erin McClendon 2. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Davis called for a moment of silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag. City Attorney Boutsis read the Statement of Decorum. 3. PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL EVENT APPROVALS 3.1 Junior Achievement of South Florida - Sponsored by Mayor Davis Laurie Sallarulo of Junior Achievement of South Florida spoke about the program and what it offers for students. She invited the Commission to the ribbon cutting ceremony for Career Discovery Park on October 16, 2025. 3.2 Advisory Board Report: - Green Advisory Board Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 2 Board member Laura Lombardo provided an update on the ongoings of the board. She commented that they are struggling to meet quorum, and she reviewed initiatives that are being established such as the Community Wildlife Habitat Certification and a Citywide Composting Program. Vice Mayor Salvino renewed his request for an attendance report for the advisory boards every 90 days. Commissioner Ryan asked if they have met with Dustin DuBois regarding the composting and Ms. Lombardo responded that one of the board members has met with someone, but they have not presented it to the board due to scheduling conflicts. 3.3 Presentation from Calvin, Giordano & Associates Regarding the Arts & Entertainment District (SW/NW 1st Ave) Vision Plan Gianno Feoli provided a PowerPoint presentation on the new vision for the Arts and Entertainment District. He shared a recap of the project, feedback received and approvals from Broward Sheriff’s Office. Commissioner Rimoli expressed his concern about the flooding on 1st Avenue and City Manager Garcia responded that they have been looking at the challenges that the city is facing and are working to avoid repeating past mistakes. Mr. Feoli said they strongly believe the infrastructure needs to work, and these are things they have been reviewing since the inception of the project. 3.4 Presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 – Finance Chief Financial Officer Yeimy Guzman introduced Marc Grace of Citrin Cooperman. He reviewed the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and noted it was a clean opinion and there were no findings. 3.5 Presentation of the Stormwater Master Plan - Public Services Director of Public Services Fernando Rodriguez introduced Jennifer Smith with Chen Moore and Associates; she provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Stormwater Master Plan. 3.6 Discussion on how to Proceed with the Restoration of 400 S. Federal Highway - Public Services Deputy Director of Public Services Sean Schutten spoke about the process of restoration and asked for consensus to move forward. Vice Mayor Salvino expressed concern with the cost of the restoration and Deputy Director Schutten explained that he will be presenting every step of the way of what the intent is for the facility and that currently they are not making any decisions just exploring the type of restoration. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 3 Discussion ensued amongst the Commission regarding the cost, types of restoration and historic designation. There was Commission consensus to move forward with the request for qualifications for restoration. 3.7 Request for Proclamation Approval: - Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15-October 15, 2025 - Sponsored by Commissioner Lewellen - Greater Trinity Missionary Baptist Church - 75th Anniversary - November 2025 - Sponsored by Vice Mayor Salvino - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - September 2025 - Sponsored by Mayor Davis - Hunger Action Month - September 2025 - Sponsored by Commissioner Rimoli - National Diaper Need Awareness Week - September 15-21, 2025 - Sponsored by Mayor Davis There was Commission consensus for all proclamation requests. 4. PROCLAMATIONS 4.1 International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31, 2025 - Sponsored by Mayor Davis Mayor Davis read the proclamation into the record. 4.2 Hunger Action Month - September 2025 - Sponsored by Commissioner Rimoli Commission Rimoli read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Devika Ramkissoon of Feeding South Florida. 5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 5.1 City Manager City Manager Garcia provided her administrative report and touched on the following: - Acknowledgment of Fernando Rodriguez as Acting City Manager and Eleanor Norena as Acting Deputy City Manager - Citywide Audit and Citywide Stormwater Master Plan - Article in Business in Focus Magazine - Public art sculpture by Artist Wyland - 1 million appropriation for City Wastewater Project Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 4 - City Hall restroom renovation - Mayor on the Move - Marketing, Communications and Tourism - CORE meetings - Broward Sheriff’s Office contract - SMART Meter project - Frost Park Pickle Ball Sports Court - 34th Court Drainage Project 5.2 City Attorney City Attorney Boutsis discussed recent bills, proposed code amendments, and a meeting with the school board and county on mitigation fees. 5.3 City Clerk - Reminders Deputy City Clerk McClendon reminded the Commission of the following upcoming meetings: - September 15, 2025 CRA Board Meeting – 6:00 p.m. - September 15, 2025 City Commission Meeting – 7:00 p.m. - September 25, 2025 City Commission Meeting – 7:00 p.m. 6. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS Captain Tarala announced a new program being introduced in collaboration with Chief Pellecer and the Broward Sheriff’s Office Executive Director of Community Programs. He said Dania Beach will be the first city in Broward County to implement the program, and he will provide a brief presentation after the safety reports. He provided updates on criminal activity in the city over the summer break to include 320 arrests: 256 by patrol, 23 by the crime suppression team, and 42 by investigations. Over the past 9 weeks 800 traffic citations were issued, a 47% increase from last year, largely due to the addition of a traffic deputy. Fire Chief Pellecer spoke about Safety Saturdays and the number of citizens they have trained in CPR. He reminded everyone of the 4th annual September 11th Commemoration beginning promptly at 8:46 a.m. Captain Tarala explained that the program will allow citizens to be assessed on scene for mental illness. The individuals in need will be given a tablet that will allow instant access to a clinician for assessment. Director Sharpe of BSO Department of Community Programs explained that the program is a Comprehensive Behavioral Health Plan that encompasses police, fire rescue and clinicians. The first initiative is a remote co-responder program modeled after Cook County in Chicago; providing tablets to officers on the street who use their discretion so to when a clinician may be required. He reported that Dania Beach had the 5th highest number of overdoses in 2024. The 2nd initiative is Mobile Integrated Health, where community paramedics are providing follow-up to Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 5 those in the throes of addiction or to those who have been discharged from the hospital after overdose, in an attempt to reduce the number of overdoses. Commissioner Lewellen commented that the two largest issues with homelessness are substance abuse and mental health and questioned whether no other cities are using these services and Director Sharpe responded that no one else is using the tri-pod approach. He explained the programs other cities are using and provided statistics for their results. Chief Pellecer said he is grateful to have this partnership, and he is looking forward to this program. 7. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following spoke under citizens’ comments: - Cherie Sheley - 1305 NW 10th Street - Cody McCall – 33 SE 12th Street 8. CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Lewellen made a motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Salvino which carried unanimously on voice vote. 8.1 Minutes: July 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting Mayor Davis requested to amend page 13 of the July 8, 2025 minutes to read “3 presentations or 30 minutes”. 8.2 Travel Requests: None. 8.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH KONE INC. TO UTILIZE THE OMNIA PARTNERS COOPERATIVE GROUP CONTRACT NO. 2019.01564, FOR PROVIDING ELEVATOR SYSTEM REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES VALID THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2029, AND TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL VENDOR TOTAL AMOUNT OF FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($50,000.00) EACH FISCAL YEAR THE CONTRACT IS IN PLACE; AUTHORIZING SUCH PURCHASES TO BE MADE WITHIN THE RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS’ APPROVED ANNUAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) Approved under consent agenda. 8.4 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 6 FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH RITA CROCKETT BEACH SPORTS ACADEMY (RCBSA) TO MODIFY THE PHYSICAL BOUNDARIES FOR “THE PIT” LOCATED AT FROST PARK, 300 NE 2ND STREET, DANIA BEACH, FL 33004; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Parks and Recreation) Approved under consent agenda. 8.5 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR A CHANGE ORDER RELATED TO THE SOUTHEAST DRAINAGE PROJECT – PHASE I WITH WSP INC. FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED FORTY-NINE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINETY- SEVEN DOLLARS AND SEVENTY CENTS ($49,797.70); PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) 8.6 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A STATE HIGHWAY LIGHTING MAINTENANCE AND COMPENSATION AGREEMENT (ASM19) WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT); PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) 8.7 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CHEN MOORE AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CREATION OF A RESILIENCY PLAN, RELATED TO REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (“RFQ”) NO. 25- 004; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) Approved under consent agenda. 8.8 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ISSUER’S PREVIOUSLY ISSUED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT REVENUE NOTE, SERIES 2025 (THE "NOTE"), FOR $3,100,000.00, PURSUANT TO THE LOAN AGREEMENT DATED JULY 14, 2025, BY AND AMONG THE ISSUER, THE FLORIDA MUNICIPAL LOAN COUNCIL, AND TD PUBLIC FINANCE LLC (THE "LENDER") TO NOW INCLUDE A TERM REQUIRED BY THE APPROVED TERM SHEET BUT NOT INCLUDED IN ORIGINAL LOAN AGREEMENT; APPROVING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF SUCH AMENDMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance) Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 7 Approved under consent agenda. 8.9 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS’ APPROVAL TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR VARIOUS RESILIENCE FLORIDA GRANTS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) Approved under consent agenda. 8.10 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT A BEAUTIFICATION GRANT AND ENTER INTO A MAINTENANCE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR STIRLING ROAD MEDIAN LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) Approved under consent agenda. 8.11 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT OF THE CITY’S UTILITY EASEMENT ON SW 42nd STREET, IN FAVOR OF BROWARD COUNTY DUE TO THE DEVELOPMENT BY FRANMAR PROPERTIES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, LLC., A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AT THE PROPERTY KNOWN AS 2180 SW 42ND STREET, DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (City Attorney) Approved under consent agenda. 8.12 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDERS NO. 14, 15 AND 16 FOR S3S CONSTRUCTION, INC., IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF SIXTY-EIGHT THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED FOURTEEN DOLLARS AND THIRTY-SEVEN CENTS ($68,114.37) FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE RENOVATION PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE REMAINING PROJECT CONTINGENCY BALANCE Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 8 AND APPROVING ADDITIONAL CONTINGENCY FUNDING; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) Approved under consent agenda. 8.13 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ Request for Use of Discretionary Funds to Support the Florida League of Mayors Board of Directors Meeting in Dania Beach on September 19, 2025 – Sponsored by Mayor Davis This item pulled by Mayor Davis as it is no longer necessary. 8.14 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE APPROVED LICENSE AGREEMENT AUTHORIZED DURING THE JULY 8TH, 2025 CITY COMMISSION MEETING IN ORDER TO ADDRESS CERTAIN CONCERNS RAISED BY LICENSEE; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE REPLACEMENT LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH SOUTH BROWARD HOSPITAL DISTRICT TO USE PARKING SPACES LOCATED IN THE CITY PARKING GARAGE UPON PAYMENT OF APPLICABLE FEES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) Approved under consent agenda. 9. BIDS AND REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS 9.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING DESIGN ENGINEERING SERVICES AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FROM KIMLEY HORN AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR DESIGN AND PERMITTING WORK FOR THE BSO SALLY PORT IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED NINETY-NINE THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED EIGHT DOLLARS; PROVDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution. Deputy Director of Public Services Sean Schutten introduced the item. Commissioner Lewellen made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ryan which carried unanimously on voice vote. Vice Mayor Salvino was absent for the vote. 9.2 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 9 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF INVITATION TO BID NO. 2025-015 “DANIA BEACH WOMAN’S CLUB RESTORATION” TO EMENCO CORP. FOR HISTORIC RESTORATION AND REPAIRS; PROVDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Public Services) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution. Deputy Director of Public Services Sean Schutten introduced the item. Commissioner Lewellen made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rimoli which carried unanimously on voice vote. Vice Mayor Salvino was absent for the vote. 9.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-______ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF INVITATION TO BID (“ITB”) NO. 2025-019, ENTITLED “DIRECTIONAL BORING AND ELECTRICAL UTILITY INSTALLATION, PHASE 3, TO BORE TECH UTILITIES & MAINTENANCE, INC., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ONE HUNDRED TEN THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR DOLLARS AND SEVENTY FIVE CENTS ($110,624.75); PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution. Director of Public Services Fernando Rodriguez introduced the item. Commissioner Ryan made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote. 9.4 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY COMMISSION TO RANK THE FOUR FIRMS THAT RESPONDED TO THE CITY’S REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (“RFQ”), NO. 25-014 ENTITLED “DESIGN SERVICES FOR CHESTER BYRD PARK IMPROVEMENT”, FOR DESIGN SERVICES RELATED TO CONSTRUCTION AT CHESTER BYRD PARK, AND TO AUTHORIZE CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS TO BEGIN WITH THE TOP- RANKED CONSULTANT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Parks and Recreation) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution. Director of Parks and Recreation Cassi Waren introduced the item. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 10 Commissioner Lewellen made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rimoli which carried unanimously on voice vote. 10. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS 10.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-______ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY DANIA LIVE 1748II, LLC AND COOPER’S HAWK, INC., FOR AN EXTENDED HOURS ALCOHOL SALES LICENSE FOR THE RESTAURANT KNOWN AS COOPER’S HAWK, LOCATED AT 1822 POINTE BLVD, DANIA POINTE, DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record and swore in anyone wishing to speak on the items 10.1 – 10.4. She asked for any disclosures from the Commission and there were none. Planning and Zoning Manager Viviana Batista introduced the item. Vice Mayor Salvino opened the floor to public comments and there were none. Commissioner Ryan made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote. Mayor Davis was absent for the vote. 10.2 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN MODIFICATION (SP-073-18MOD) SUBMITTED BY APPLICANT, R. ROMA HOLDINGS, LLC, FOR the PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 4432-4440 SW 52ND STREET IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA TO ALLOW A SECOND STORY TO THREE (3) OF THE FOUR (4) SINGLE FAMILY HOMES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record. She asked for any disclosures from the Commission and there were none. Planning and Zoning Manager Viviana Batista introduced the item. Mayor Davis opened the floor to public comments, the following spoke: - Rod Feiner of Coker and Feiner on behalf of the applicant. Vice Mayor Salvino made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rimoli which carried unanimously on voice vote. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 11 10.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN MODIFICATION (SP-042-20MOD) AND DESIGN VARIATION (OT-017-25) SUBMITTED BY THE OWNER, AMOPT, LLC, FOR THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 25 W. DIXIE HIGHWAY, IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record. She asked for any disclosures from the Commission and there were none. Planning and Zoning Manager Viviana Batista introduced the item. Mayor Davis opened the floor to public comments, seeing none, public hearing was closed. Commissioner Ryan made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rimoli which carried unanimously on voice vote. 10.4 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-______ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN (SP-043-24) AND DESIGN VARIATION (OT- 027-25) SUBMITTED BY THE OWNER, BRAHA DANIA, LLC, FOR THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 225-255 E. DANIA BEACH BLVD., IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS; CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record. She asked for any disclosures from the Commission and Mayor Davis, Vice Mayor Salvino and Commissioner Ryan all said they spoke to the developer and could remain impartial. Planning and Zoning Manager Viviana Batista introduced the item. Mayor Davis opened the floor to public comments, the following spoke: - Cindy Pascale – 235 NE 1st Terr Ed Stacker with Shutts & Bowen on behalf of the architect spoke about the project. Vice Mayor Salvino questioned Mr. Stacker about the one-way street that is presently there and asked if it is going to be a two-way street and Mr. Stacker responded no. Vice Mayor Salvino asked why it would not be turned into a two-way street and expressed his concern with congestion, traffic and drainage. Mr. Stacker said they would work with City and staff and address it as necessary. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 12 Architect Hector Hocsman spoke about the street and said it would be up to the city to expand the street. Vice Mayor Salvino responded that the applicant should work with staff and put in a two-way street. Commissioner Rimoli requested clarification on how people are getting in and out of the buildings. Mr. Stacker responded that there are two entrances on Dania Beach Blvd. Discussion continued amongst the Commission and staff regarding square footage, noise ordinance, parking violations and property management. Vice Mayor Salvino made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote. 11. FIRST READING ORDINANCES None. 12. SECOND READING ORDINANCES 12.1 ORDINANCE NO. 2025-______ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 28, ENTITLED “LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE”, AT PART 2, ENTITLED “SITE DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS”, ARTICLE 265 ENTITLED “OFF STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS AT SECTION 265-50 ENTITLED “OFF- STREET PARKING REQUIRED; ON-STREET PARKING CREDIT” IN ORDER TO REDUCE THE REQUIRED PARKING FOR HOTELS IN THE CRA FORM-BASED ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; CODIFICATION; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance. Mayor Davis asked for anyone wishing to speak on the item and there was none. Vice Mayor Salvino made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rimoli which carried unanimously. 12.2 ORDINANCE NO. 2025-______ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 28, ENTITLED “LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE”; AT PART 3, ENTITLED “SPECIAL ZONING DISTRICTS”, SUBPART 1 ENTITLED “COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA (CRA) FORM-BASED ZONING DISTRICTS” TO CREATE THE BEACH GATEWAY MIXED USE II DISTRICT (GTWY-MU-II) AT SECTION 303-75, ENTITLED “GTWY-MU-II, BEACH GATEWAY MIXED-USE II DISTRICT”; ALSO TO PROVIDE FOR THE FOLLOWING REVISIONS: AMENDING ARTICLE 300 ENTITLED “HOW TO USE”, SECTION 300-70, ENTITLED “COMMONLY Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 13 USED ABBREVIATIONS”; AMENDING ARTICLE 302 ENTITLED “DETAILED USE REGULATIONS”, SECTION 302-10, ENTITLED “PERMITTED, SPECIAL EXCEPTION AND PROHIBITED USES”; AT SECTION 302-40, ENTITLED “MIXING OF USES”; AMENDING ARTICLE 304 ENTITLED “BUILDING HEIGHT AND TRANSITION REGULATIONS”, AT “SECTION 304-10, ENTITLED “GENERALLY”; AMENDING ARTICLE 307 ENTITLED “LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS”, AT SECTION 307-10, ENTITLED “ON-SITE LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS”; AMENDING PART 1 “USE REGULATIONS”, ARTICLE 100 ENTITLED “GENERAL USE REGULATIONS APPLYING TO ALL ZONING DISTRICTS”, AT SECTION 100-60 ENTITLED “ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONING DISTRICTS; AMENDING ARTICLE 105 ENTITLED “USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND OPEN SPACE ZONING DISTRICTS”, AT SECTION 105-170 ENTITLED “COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL HOMES AND RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITIES”; AMENDING ARTICLE 110 ENTITLED “USE REGULATIONS FOR COMMERCIAL AND MIXED-USE DISTRICTS “, AT SECTION 110-20 ENTITLED “LIST OF PERMITTED, SPECIAL EXCEPTION AND PROHIBITED USES”; AMENDING AT PART 2, “SITE DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS”, ARTICLE 200 ENTITLED “USER GUIDE FOR PART 2 OF THE CODE”, AT SECTION 200-40 ENTITLED “HOW PART 2 OF THIS CODE RELATES TO THE CRA FORM-BASED AND PMUD REGULATIONS”; AMENDING ARTICLE 265 ENTITLED “OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS”, AT SECTION 265-91 ENTITLED “PARKING REDUCTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION WITHIN THE CRA FORM- BASED DISTRICTS”; AMENDING ARTICLE 275 ENTITLED “LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS”, AT SECTION 275-170 ENTITLED “LANDSCAPE REQUIREMENTS FOR SCREENING”; AMENDING PART 5 “SIGNAGE AND DESIGN REGULATIONS”, ARTICLE 505 ENTITLED “SIGN REGULATIONS”, AT SECTION 505-20 ENTITLED “DEFINITIONS”; AMENDING SECTION 505-90 ENTITLED “SIGNAGE REGULATIONS FOR MIXED USE CRA FORM BASED ZONING DISTRICTS; AMENDING SECTION 505- 210 ENTITLED “COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA DESIGN INCENTIVES”; AND AMENDING PART 7, ENTITLED “ CODE ADMINISTRATION”, ARTICLE 700 ENTITLED “CODE ADMINISTRATION AND LEGAL PROVISIONS”, SECTION 725-30 ENTITLED “TERMS DEFINED”; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance. Commissioner Ryan execused himself as there is a conflict due to his father and uncles being owners of the property. Deputy Director of Community Development Corrine Lajoie introduced the item. Dennis Mele of Greenspoon Marder LLP provided a PowerPoint presentation on behalf of the applicant. Mayor Davis asked for anyone wishing to speak on the item and there was none. Vice Mayor Salvino made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rimoli. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 14 Mayor Davis stated that this ordinance may be legally permissible but that it raises serious ethical concerns. The creation of a newly designed district that benefits a city commissioner’s family requires that he recuses himself from voting. As elected officials, they must ensure that their actions reflect the best interest of the community rather than a select few. Last year, this commission unanimously voted to reduce the building height and density across the city by 50%. A commitment that increases the height and density for limited benefit. Their responsibility is to uphold both the spirit and the letter of commitment to protect Dania Beach and the fairness, transparency and accountability in all decisions. She questioned what the Planning and Zoning vote was for this item and Mr. Mele responded 3- 1. Mayor Davis clarified that that was in favor to deny the application and the person who voted in favor of the application was appointed by the Commissioner who is unable to vote. Commissioner Rimoli commented that they are talking about 1 floor and an area surrounded by 14 buildings. They must keep an open mind about putting out quality and need to do what is best for our city and its residents. He believes it is worth the risk. Mayor Davis commented that she spoke to the Planning & Zoning Board, and they expressed public trust issues. Vice Mayor Salvino said we have come a long way since the building has been coming up. If it was on Federal Highway he would be against it, but it is on Dania Beach Blvd. and that height is already there. Commissioner Lewellen said that since we recently changed design they must anticipate that there will be some overlap with outstanding projects. She does appreciate the applicant reducing the density. The motion carried 3-1 with Commissioner Lewellen, Commissioner Rimoli and Vice Mayor Salvino voting yes, and Mayor Davis voting no. (Commissioner Ryan abstained from voting due to conflict of interest). 13. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION 13.1 Discretionary Funds Use Policy - Sponsored by Mayor Davis Mayor Davis commented that this is no longer a concern after speaking with staff. 13.2 Lanyards of Support for Dania Beach Students – Sponsored by Mayor Davis Mayor Davis explained that she previously purchased 400 lanyards for the Back-to-School Beach Cleanup that were distributed to participating students. She inquired whether the Commission would be willing to sponsor the remaining 1,400 lanyards for Dania Beach students using funds from their individual contingency accounts. The remaining balance is $2,837.62. There was Commission consensus to split the cost evenly between the four Commissioners and City Manager Garcia, with each contributing $567.52. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 15 14. APPOINTMENTS None. 15. COMMISSION COMMENTS 15.1 Commissioner Lewellen Commissioner Lewellen spoke about the installation of the turtle sculpture by Artist Wyland and said it is an amazing piece and a big draw for the city. She wanted everyone to be aware of an ethics opinion regarding the Florida League of Cities and said their council is working on a formal opinion to be distributed. She spoke about Olsen Middle School being back on the closure list again and said she does not understand how it keeps happening considering all the money that the city has been putting into the property. She advised that the Florida League of Cities had an informative discussion panel on property taxes and said that the city needs to get ahead of this and ensure that they are notifying the public. She advised that DOGE is looking closely at city budgets and reminded everyone to be cautious with their spending; areas being targeted include climate change and resiliency efforts, so it’s important for the city to keep these concerns in mind during budget discussions. 15.2 Commissioner Rimoli Commissioner Rimoli thanked city staff for being responsive and working together during the absence of City Manager Garcia and Deputy City Manager Sosa-Cruz. He said the staff were amazing and it is a reflection of management and training. He thanked Mayor Davis and the Commission and said even though they sometimes disagree, in the end they are all one team, and they all respect one another to the utmost degree. 15.3 Commissioner Ryan Commissioner Ryan spoke about earning a community partnership award from Broward County Public Schools and mentioned how the city gave the school board ideas on how to keep the schools open. He said it is unfortunate to see the schools put back on closure list, but they are ready to step up again, work with the school board, and continue advocating for the community. He brought up an idea that he discussed with City Manager Garcia about updating the city's parking decals to better represent and promote Dana Beach. City Manager Garcia commented that she will bring back 3 designs for the Commission to vote on. 15.4 Vice-Mayor Salvino Vice Mayor Salvino had no comments. 15.5 Mayor Davis Mayor Davis welcomed everyone back and commented on how well the Commission works together, even when they don’t always agree. She mentioned how traveling offers fresh perspectives and new ideas, which she plans to share over time. She said she is honored to be on Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. 16 the Florida League of Cities Board, the Florida League of Mayors Board and now the executive committee and she is ensuring that Dania Beach is represented at all levels. She wished everyone a happy Labor Day weekend and expressed her gratitude for all city workers. 16. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Davis adjourned the meeting at 10:33 p.m. ATTEST: CITY OF DANIA BEACH ELORA RIERA, MMC JOYCE L. DAVIS CITY CLERK MAYOR Approved: September 15, 2025 LAST NAME_FIRST NAME_MIDDLE NAME Ryan lV, ArchibaldJ NAME OF AOARD, COUNCIL. COMMISSION, AUTHORITY, OR COMMITTEE City Commission Dania Beach kS9PvPt-tr".THE BOARO, CoUNCIL, COMMISSION, AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE ON WHICH ISEFIE IS AUNIT OF: gcITY OC,UNTY tr oTHER LoCALAGENCYCITYCOUNTY Dania Beach Broward NAME OF POUTICAL SUBDIVISION: City of Dania Beach DATE ON WHICH VOTE OCCURREO 8t26125 MY POSITION IS J ELECTIVE U APPOINTIVE WHO MUST FILE FORM 88 This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board, council, commission, authority, or mmmittee. lt applies 10 members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112-3143, Florida Statutes. Your responsibilities under the law when faced wilh voting on a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form before completing and Iiling the form. INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 1'12,3'143, FLORIDA STATUTES A person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which would inure to his or her special private gain or loss. Each elected or appointed localofficer also MUSTABSTAIN from knowingly voting on a measure which would inure to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retaaned (including the parenl, subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained); to the special private gain or loss of a relative; or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate. Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies (CRAS) under Sec. '163.356 or 163.357, F.S., and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one-acre, one-vote basis are not prohibited from voting in that capacity. For purposes of this law, a "relative' includes only the offlc,er's father, mother, son, daughte( husband, wile, brother, siste( father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. A "business associale" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business enterprise with the officer as a partner, joint venturer, coowner of property, or corporate shareholder (where the shares of the corporation are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange). ELECTED OFFICERS: ln addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above, you must disclose the conflict PRIoR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are abstaining from voting; and WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and flling this fom with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting, who should incorporale the form in the minutes. APPOINTED OFFIGERS: Although you must abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are nol prohibiled by Section 112.3143 from otherwise participating in these matters. However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any anempt to influence the decision, whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction. IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN; . You must complete and file this form (before making any attempt to influenc€ the decision) with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting, who will incorporate the form in the minutes. (Continued on page 2) PAGE 1 FORM 8B MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS CE FORM 88 - EFF. 1I/2013 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f), FA.C. DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST l,Archibald Ryan lV , hereby disclose that on 8t26t 20 25 _ inured to my special private gain or loss; _ inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate, ___X inured to the special gain or loss of my relative Father, UncleJ _ inured to the special gain or loss of whom I am retained; or _ inured to the special gain or loss of , which is the parent subsidiary or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me. (b) The measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as follows: Item 12.2, on 8./26 agenda, private application of father and Uncle to rezone property to Gateway Mixed Use ll District for the property located at 700 East Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania Beach, FL 33004 lf disclosure of specific information would violate crnfidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public office( who is also an attomey, may comply with the disclosure requirements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way P L{ by Date Filed Signature NOTICE: UNDER PRoVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES S112.317, A FAILURE TO MAKE ANY REOUIRED DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: IMPEACHMENT, REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN SALARY REPRIMAND, OR A CIVIL PENALry NOT TO EXCEED $1O,OOO. CE FORM 89 . EFF. 11/2013 Adopled by relerence in Rule 34-7.010(1)(0, F.A.C. PAGE 2 APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued) . A copy of lhe torm must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency. . The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING: . You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating. . You must complete the form and file it within l5 days afler the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting, who must incorporate the for.m in the minutes. A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency, and the form must be read publicly at the next meetinq afler the form is filed. (a) A measure c€me or will come before my agency which (check one or more) as to provide the public with notice of the conflict. c