HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-10-28 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 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 City Clerk Elora Riera 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 City Fiscal Year End Investment Portfolio Update - Public Trust Advisors - Finance
Chief Financial Officer Yeimy Guzman introduced the item. John Grady with Public Trust Advisors provided an economic and investment update on the City.
3.2 Request for Proclamation Approval – Friends of Libraries Week, October 19-25, 2025 – Sponsored by Commissioner Lewellen There was consensus to approve the proclamation.
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4. PROCLAMATIONS 4.1 Friends of Libraries Week – October 19-25, 2025 – Sponsored by Commissioner Lewellen
Commissioner Lewellen read the proclamation into the record and presented the proclamation to the Friends of the Library. 5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
5.1 City Manager City Manager Garcia provided her administrative report and touched on the following:
- Trip to Tallahassee and talks with Rana Brown
- Dania After Dark Light up Dania Beach - CORE Conversation Meeting at C.W. Thomas Park - I.T. Parker facility rentals - Partnerships with Le Meridien and DCOTA to host State of the City Address
- Veteran’s Park Phase 2
- Mission of the City - Landscape Master Plan 5.2 City Attorney
City Attorney Boutsis had nothing to report. 5.3 City Clerk - Reminders
City Clerk Riera reminded the Commission of the following upcoming meetings:
- November 18, 2025 - CRA Board Meeting - 6 p.m. - November 18, 2025 - Commission Meeting - 7 p.m. - December 9, 2025 - CRA Board Meeting - 6 p.m.
- December 9, 2025 - Commission Meeting - 7 p.m.
Mayor Davis requested all veterans to stand and be recognized as there will not be another meeting before Veterans Day. She shared that she is looking forward to having a special ceremony in front of City Hall.
Item 13.2 was taken at this time. 6. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS
Recess ended at 9:45 p.m.
Captain Tarala reported that deputies continue proactive patrols along the South Federal Highway corridor, leading to multiple arrests for drug and prostitution activity. A recent traffic stop near Happy Family Market resulted in the seizure of 145 grams of cannabis and MDMA.
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Following community complaints at last month’s CORE meeting, four arrests were made on SW 8th Avenue, including a felon with a firearm and two felony drug cases. Both Night Out with Law Enforcement and Coffee with a Cop were successful events. The Argentina and Puerto Rico national soccer teams were staying in two hotels within the City, and the sheriff’s office worked
together with their private security teams and the hotels to ensure there were no security related
issues. Fire Chief Pellecer reported that in the month of September, the fire department responded to 683 calls, including 102 fire-related and 581 medical calls. Crews participated in live burn
exercises and large-scale search simulations, including rapid intervention training to prepare for
rescuing fellow firefighters. Community engagement included participation in the Fall Festival and upcoming involvement at Collins Elementary’s “Trunk or Treat.” Additionally, AED training was conducted at the Dania Beach Casino, with further tabletop exercises planned to evaluate safety and crisis response.
7. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS This item was taken after item 13.2.
The following spoke under public comments:
- Vickie Frazier-Williams of the South Broward Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Item 12.1 and item 10.1 were taken after this item together.
8. CONSENT AGENDA Vice Mayor Salvino made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
8.1 Minutes: October 14, 2025 City Commission Meeting Approved under consent agenda.
8.2 Travel Requests: None.
8.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 2025-007 AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN UPDATED ACCESS AND USE AGREEMENT WITH BROWARD COUNTY FOR THE SHORE PROTECTION PROJECT, SEGMENT III; PROVIDING FOR NO FISCAL IMPACT TO THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services)
Approved under consent agenda. 8.4 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT UNDER THE CITY OF DEERFIELD BEACH CONTRACT ITB NO. 25-016,
THROUGH THE SOUTHEAST FLORIDA GOVERNMENTAL PURCHASING
COOPERATIVE PURCHASING GROUP, FOR SULFURIC ACID FROM INTERACID GROUP, VALID THROUGH JULY 16, 2028, AND TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL VENDOR TOTAL AMOUNT OF FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($50,000.00); 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.
8.5 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL VENDOR TOTAL AMOUNT OF FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS
($50,000.00) FOR EACH YEAR THE CONTRACT IS IN PLACE FOR CALIBRATIONS
AND REPAIRS OF FLOW METERS AND RELATED DEVICES WITH ROCHA CONTROLS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services)
Approved under consent agenda.
8.6 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTON OF THE STORMWATER MASTER PLAN,
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) Approved under consent.
8.7 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AND THE BROWARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S
OFFICE FOR POLICE SERVICES DATED OCTOBER 1, 2025; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT FOR SUCH SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance)
Approved under consent. 8.8 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING A SPONSORSHIP APPLICATION FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT BAD SPACE DANIA, INC. (“MAD ARTS”); IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SPENDING POLICY AND PROCEDURE FOR BUDGETED EVENTS OUTSIDE OF COMMUNITY GRANTS OR
DISCRETIONARY FUNDS POLICIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance) Approved under consent.
8.9 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR SERVER MONITORING AND SUPPORT SERVICES, INCLUDING ADDITIONAL CONTRACTED
SUPPORT FROM LAN INFOTECH, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26, THAT EXCEED AN
ANNUAL VENDOR TOTAL AMOUNT OF FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($50,000.00); PROCEEDING WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND AUTHORIZING PURCHASES FROM THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND APPROVED ANNUAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (Information Technology)
Approved under consent. 8.10 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE JANITORIAL SERVICES AGREEMENT AWARDED VIA INVITATION TO BID (“ITB”) NO. 21-027, ENTITLED “JANITORIAL SERVICES” WITH CLEAN SPACE, INC. TO ADD CLEANING SERVICES
FOR I.T. PARKER COMMUNITY CENTER AND TO EXTEND THE UNDERLYING
AGREEMENT FOR THE SECOND AND FINAL TWO YEAR TERM; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Parks & Recreation) Approved under consent.
8.11 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A
RECIPROCAL USE AGREEMENT WITH THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD
COUNTY, FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE MUTUAL AND RECIPROCAL USE BY THE PARTIES OF CITY AND SCHOOL BOARD FACILITIES FOR A FIVE YEAR TERM, WITH ONE FIVE YEAR RENEWAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Parks and Recreation)
Approved under consent. 8.12 Request for Use of Discretionary Funds - Art & Somm - November 6, 2025 - Sponsored by Mayor Davis
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Approved under consent. 8.13 Request for Use of Discretionary Funds — "Serving Joy" (Dania Beach Gives
Back) - November 3, 2025 - Sponsored by Commissioner Rimoli
Approved under consent. 9. BIDS AND REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS
9.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR
THE ITB NO. 25-021 TO HAWKINS INC FOR BULK CHEMICAL PURCHASES FOR THE
WATER TREATMENT PLANT. AUTHORIZING FROM THE DATE THE AGREEMENT IS EXECUTED, AND TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL VENDOR TOTAL AMOUNT OF FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($50,000.00); TO BE VALID EACH YEAR THE CONTRACT IS IN PLACE, AND FURTHER PROVIDING THAT SUCH PURCHASES ARE TO BE MADE
WITHIN THE WATER DIVISION’S APPROVED BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS
ACCOUNT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record.
Deputy Director of Public Services Sean Schutten introduced the item. Vice Mayor Salvino made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
9.2 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 MERRICK INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT CORPORATION FOR
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (“RFP”) NO. 25-023, ENTITLED “FROST PARK SPORTS COURT CONVERSION PROJECT”; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Parks & Recreation)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record.
Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation Franky Lazo introduced the item. Commissioner Ryan made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Vice
Mayor Salvino which carried unanimously on voice vote.
10. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS 10.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 655-40, OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE (LDC) APPROVING THE WAIVER OF REPLAT REQUEST (OT-
019-25) SUBMITTED BY THE PROPERTY OWNER, TAMMIE AND ELLIS JAMES, FOR
THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF 255 NW 12TH AVENUE IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development)
This item was taken after item 7 and was heard with item 12.1. Motion was taken after item 12.1.
Commissioner Rimoli made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Salvino which 4-1 with Mayor Davis voting no.
A 10-minute recess was taken at this time. Recess ended at 9:45 p.m. and item 6 was taken after
this item. 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, PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 655-40 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE (LDC) APPROVING THE RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION
REQUEST (VC-018-25) SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICANTS/ADJACENT PROPERTY
OWNERS, TAMMIE AND ELLIS JAMES, FOR THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN NW 2 PLACE AND NW 12 AVENUE, RESPECTIVELY, WHICH CONSISTS OF APPROXIMATELY 100 BY 70 FEET OF NW 12TH AVENUE, LYING EAST OF THE APPLICANTS’ PROPERTY LOCATED AT 255 NW 12TH AVENUE WHICH RIGHT OF
WAY IS GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS “NORTHWEST 12TH AVENUE,” AND IS
LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development)
This item was taken after item 7 and was heard with item 10.1. Motion of 12.1 was taken before
item 10.1. City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Tamara James provided a presentation on behalf of the applicants who are her parents.
Mayor Davis opened the floor to public comments and the following spoke: - Tucker Gibbs – 3835 Utopia Court, Coconut Grove, FL
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Vice Mayor Salvino asked for clarification on the platting requirement and Deputy Director of Community Development Corinne Lajoie responded that the code does say vacation of right-of-way requires re-platting of the property but also has a provision that allows the city commission to waive the requirement, and the applicant has applied for the waiver.
City Attorney Boutsis explained the first item is 12.1, which is to allow for the second reading of the ordinance to vacate the right-of-way. Once the property is vacated it goes to the adjacent property, 255 Northwest 12th Avenue owned by Tammie and Ellis James. Broward County requires platting to officially designate property boundaries. The second item which is 10.1 is the waiver of plat. The platting process is very expensive as it is more than one street, the waiver
of plat means it is insignificant enough that it doesn’t have to go through the formal process and that application was filed for. Mr. Gibbs is arguing that he does not believe the proper platting process was followed therefore both applications should be denied. The City Commission can make the decision and move forward.
- Daphne Henry – 1201 NW 2nd Street - Shouneqa James – 150 S. Bryan Road - Pastor Michael Anderson – 2254 Douglas Street, Hollywood, FL - Pastor Rickie Young – 225 NW 7th Avenue
- Angeline Flowers – 6193 Osprey Terrace, Coconut Creek, FL
- Michelle Wilcox – 5201 SW 18th Street, Plantation, FL - Cedric Reynolds – 2624 NE 22nd Avenue, Lighthouse Point, FL Commissioner Rimoli asked Deputy Director Lajoie if at any time can that access point be used
and Deputy Director Lajoie responded if the pavement were to be extended, it straddles two
property lines to the north; you would have to have a taking or through redevelopment have those properties dedicate that land in order to establish a road, but it is not on any traffic plan for that extension. There is no plan for the expansion of that roadway. So even through redevelopment of those parcels she does not see that roadway expanding. The access points that
they currently have are within the code.
Commissioner Lewellen asked about Live Local and City Attorney Boutsis responded that there have been a lot of new changes that are going into effect in January, but they have not yet been interpreted.
Mayor Davis asked Captain Tarala if the applicant has reached out to him for a safety plan regarding the neighborhood and what BSO could do to increase patrol presence to deter illegal activity in the neighborhood. Captain Tarala responded affirmatively indicating that they spoke last week and could do roll calls, place the Eye in the Sky, and saturated directed patrols in the
area. However, they cannot be there 24/7.
Mayor Davis thanked everyone for coming out and emphasized that the matter involves public safety, fairness, and community planning. She acknowledged Ms. James’ safety concerns but said that vacating the right-of-way should be a last resort. She said the foundation of the whole
issue is public safety, which Captain Tarala has said they are in talks. She noted that the City has
invested over 20 million to increase public safety and concluded that public safety must guide decisions, and the right-of-way should only be vacated if all other measures fail.
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Commissioner Rimoli made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ryan which carried 4-1 with Mayor Davis voting no. 13. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
13.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-______ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY COMMISSION TO ENTER INTO AN EXTENSION
OF THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY MANAGER, ANA M. GARCIA
THROUGH MAY 16, 2026; PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Commissioner Lewellen)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution.
Mayor Davis asked for anyone wishing to speak on the item and there was none. Commissioner Lewellen introduced the item.
City Manager Garcia addressed the Commission and expressed her gratitude. Mayor Davis addressed City Manager Garcia and said the City would not be where it is today without her leadership and she appreciates all that she has done and continues to do for the City.
Commissioner Lewellen made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Salvino which carried unanimously on voice vote. 13.2 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, TO DISCUSS THE CITY’S POSITION RELATING TO BROWARD COUNTY APPLICATION FILED BY PORT 1850 LLC, 2025-285 (PCNRM 24-3) FOR SITE 97, LOCATED AT 1850 NE 7TH AVENUE, DANIA BEACH, FL, RELATING TO
MODIFICATION/UPDATE TO THE COUNTY’S ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE
LANDS MAP THROUGH THE FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 163.3184 PROCESS; AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING EVEN THOUGH A PUBLIC HEARING IS NOT REQUIRED; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Mayor Davis)
This item was taken after item 5.3.
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the resolution.
Mayor Davis introduced the item.
Director of Community Development Eleanor Norena spoke on the item and noted that Community Development staff does recommend the City Commission to approve the resolution to not support the Land Use Plan Amendment.
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Mayor Davis opened the floor to public comments and the following spoke: - Edwin J. Stacker – 201 E Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL
- John Jorgensen – 4400 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, FL
- Deborah “Missy” Williams – 2150 NE 7th Ave. - Jeanne Kacprzak – 6879 NW 113 Ave. - Craig Leonard – 345 NE 3rd Ave. - Rae Lair – 5650 SW 32 Terr. - Christopher Calvano – 1239 NW 125 Terr., Sunrise FL
- Shawn DeRosa – 408 SE 5th St. - Phillip Singleton – 12291 75th Pl., West Palm Beach, FL - Kim Heise – 6749 NW 62nd Terr., Parkland, FL - Sergei Kelley – 8026 Ibis Reserve Circle, West Palm Beach, FL - Tyler Chappell – 714 E McNab Road, Pompano Beach, FL
- Thomas Angelos – 1160 SW 2nd Ave. - Dan Dawson – 1549 SW 20th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL - Brenda Lee Chalifour – 814 NW 10th Ave. Vice Mayor Salvino noted that the property was purchased with good intentions and is zoned for
industrial use. He expressed concern about fairness to the property owner and potential liability if the owner is prevented from building. He noted the Commission should be guided by legal counsel regarding liability and stated that the public comments accusing officials of not knowing what they are doing were inappropriate.
City Attorney Boutsis clarified that the matter is under the jurisdiction of the County. The City can provide input but does not make the final decision. Any legal action would likely come against the County, not the city and if approved by the County, a site plan would later come before the City for a quasi-judicial proceeding.
Commissioner Rimoli asked regardless of what is decided tonight, it still has to go before the County and City Attorney Boutsis responded, yes. Commissioner Ryan highlighted the property’s environmental significance, historical zoning and location between Port Everglades and the airport. He suggested obtaining an independent
environmental report and emphasized that the Commission’s comments are advisory only. Commissioner Lewellen noted that the similar nearby tiny homes proposal failed and clarified that additional County public hearings are expected and tonight’s hearing is informational only. Commissioner Rimoli made a motion to approve the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lewellen which carried 4-1 with Vice Mayor Salvino voting no. 13.3 Amending Rules of Procedure – City Commission Meeting Start Time – Sponsored by Vice Mayor Salvino
Vice Mayor Salvino introduced the item.
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Commissioner Lewellen commented that she has never had complaints about meetings going late, however she has had complaints on meetings starting too early. She explained the meeting times were set to accommodate residents who work and noted that there have been no significant complaints from staff about the current start time. She stated that long meetings are due to
agenda content and not the start time. She said changing the meeting time could cause confusion
and reduce participation from residents. She suggested better agenda management as a solution instead of changing the start time. Vice Mayor Salvino pointed out that other cities start their meetings in the afternoon and
mentioned that some residents would prefer earlier meetings. He said he is willing to go along
with whatever the group decides. Commissioner Ryan said he supports keeping the start time at 7:00 p.m. and commented that it allows the Commissioners time after work to review materials and ask staff questions before the
meetings. The earlier starting time would reduce the preparation time that the Commission has.
The City of Hollywood and Broward County tend to have heavier agendas than ours, but he sees where Vice Mayor Salvino is coming from. Mayor Davis agreed that consistency is important and the residents are used to the meetings
starting at 7:00 p.m. She recognized that tonight’s meeting was extraordinary and was not the
norm, for larger meetings, the agenda could be moved around to allow public comments earlier if needed. There was no action taken on the item.
14. APPOINTMENTS 14.1 - Education Advisory Board - 1 vacancy - Commissioner Ryan - Marine Advisory Board - 1 vacancy - Commissioner Ryan
There was Commission consensus to appoint Chris Rabil to the Marine Advisory Board and Abby Martinez to the Education Advisory Board. - Dania Beach Housing Authority Board - 1 vacancy - Mayor Davis
- Public Art Advisory Board - 1 vacancy - Commission
The appointments to the Dania Beach Housing Authority and Public Art Advisory Board were deferred to the next meeting.
15. COMMISSION COMMENTS
15.1 Commissioner Lewellen Commissioner Lewellen thanked everyone who reached out to express condolences for her
husband’s uncle who passed. She congratulated Commissioner Ryan on his new baby boy.
15.2 Commissioner Rimoli
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Commissioner Rimoli congratulated Commissioner Ryan on his new baby and provided an update on Mr. Hankerson who has completed his last chemo and radiation treatment. He said he seems to be doing well and encouraged others to reach out to him and wish him well. Commissioner Rimoli addressed City Manager Garcia and recalled when he first met her at
Starbucks, he said he knew she was the right person for the role. He thanked everyone who was
responsible for bringing her to the City and expressed his heartfelt gratitude for her leadership and support. 15.3 Commissioner Ryan
Commissioner Ryan thanked everyone for the well wishes on the birth of his son. He wished everyone a happy and safe Halloween, reminded everyone to set their clocks back on November 2nd and said he looks forward to an honorable Veteran’s Day. 15.4 Vice-Mayor Salvino
Vice Mayor Salvino congratulated Commissioner Ryan and reiterated for everyone to be careful on Halloween night and watch for cars. He reminded everyone to check their candy and noted there will be deputies out patrolling the City.
15.5 Mayor Davis Mayor Davis commented on how fun the Fall Festival was and highlighted some of the evenings events. She expressed what a great job the Parks and Recreation Team did. She noted it was also the Boots on the Ground event with Gracefully Aging on the same night and commended the
team for doing what they do at such a high level, thanking them for keeping the community bonded when they execute these events. She expressed appreciation for Commissioner Ryan’s son’s name and wished everyone a happy Veterans Day and a safe and happy Halloween. 16. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Davis adjourned the meeting at 10:31 p.m. ATTEST: CITY OF DANIA BEACH
ELORA RIERA, MMC JOYCE L. DAVIS
CITY CLERK MAYOR
Approved:
November 18, 2025