HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-02-10 CRA Board Regular Meeting Minutes DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
Chair Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Present:
Chair: Joyce L. Davis
Vice-Chair: Marco A. Salvino, Sr.
Board Members: Lori Lewellen
Luis Rimoli
A. J. Ryan, IC
Executive Director: Candido Sosa-Cruz
City Attorney: Eve Boutsis
CRA Secretary: Elora Riera, MMC
2. Citizen Comments
None.
3. Administrative Reports
3.1 Administrative Report
Executive Director Sosa-Cruz presented his administrative report that was provided to the Board
in their packets. He touched on the following topics:
- Introduction of Yavocka Young-Smith as the new Redevelopment Real Estate Manager
- Update on Rebuilding Together and Safe at Home Program
- Economic Development Grants
- Updates on The PATCH
- United Way of Broward County
There was consensus from the Board to sponsor a table at the United Way of Broward County
event.
Executive Director Sosa-Cruz provided information on sponsorship levels for the Port
Everglades Association (PEA) Engine Performance Report event and the difference tiers of
sponsorship options. There was consensus for the second sponsorship tier at $3,000.
Minutes of Regular Meeting
Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
There was consensus from the Board to hold a workshop on March 12th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
4. Presentations
4.1 Rebuilding Together Safe at Home Presentation
Robin from Rebuilding Together presented on the Safe at Home program and commented that
Rebuilding Together has been partnering with the city for about seven years, helping fix up
hundreds of homes across Broward County, especially in Dania Beach. Through their Safe at
Home program, they focus on seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities, making safety
upgrades like grab bars, better lighting, new outlets, smoke detectors, and other small but
important repairs so people can safely age in place. Even though the program had a slow start,
they’ve already worked on nearly 40 homes in Dania Beach and kept costs under control.
Countywide, they’ve helped over 400 households this year with the support of hundreds of
volunteers. Their goal isn’t just quick fixes; it’s making lasting changes that truly improve
people’s lives and help them stay in their homes safely for years to come.
5. Consent Agenda
5.1 Minutes: January 13, 2026 CRA Board Meeting Minutes
5.2 Travel Requests: None.
5.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-CRA-_____
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE DANIA BEACH
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“CRA”), OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CRA OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN
EXTENSION TO THE AGREEMENT WITH REBUILDING TOGETHER BROWARD
COUNTY, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION, RELATING TO
PROVIDING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE “AT HOME DANIA BEACH SAFE
AT HOME PROGRAM” IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED FIFTY THOUSAND
DOLLARS ($50,000.00); PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
Board member Lewellen made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was
seconded by Vice Chair Salvino which carried unanimously on voice vote.
6. Proposals and Bids
None.
7. Discussion and Possible Action
None.
8. Information Items
Minutes of Regular Meeting
Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
8.1 Patch Flyer
Executive Director Sosa-Cruz informed the board of the informational flyer.
8.2 Economic Engine Performance Report Flyer
Executive Director Sosa-Cruz informed the board of the informational flyer.
The flyer was provided for informational purposes.
9. Board Member Comments
The board had no comments.
10. Adjournment
Chair Davis adjourned the meeting at 6:39 p.m.
ATTEST: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
ELORA RIERA, MMC JOYCE L. DAVIS
CRA SECRETARY CHAIR – CRA
Approved: March 10, 2026