HomeMy WebLinkAbout40 - MINUTES - City Commission MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2006 — 7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Flury called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Pastor Juan Cuevas, Maranatha Ministries, gave the Invocation followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the United States Flag.
3. Roll Call
Present:
Mayor: Patricia Flury
Vice-Mayor: Bob Anton
Commissioners: John Bertino
Anne Castro
C.K. McElyea
City Manager: Ivan Pato
City Attorney: Thomas Ansbro
City Clerk: Louise Stilson
4. Presentations and Special Event Approvals
Item #4.1 was heard after Item #4.2
4.1 Kathy Dibona, Principal, Dania Beach Elementary
Kathy Dibona, Principal of Dania Beach Elementary, thanked the Commission for their support
to the children. She presented awards and gifts to the Kiwanis Club, Dania Beach BSO District
2, Robert H. Chunn Jr., Commissioner McElyea, Mardie Holloway, Chip Brockman, and the
City Commission.
Chief Bryan Cowart, BSO District 2, presented a plaque to Nate Jordan for contributing 50 bikes
to the Toy Drive in December. Mr. Jordan does not live in Dania Beach, he owns a business
outside the City, but his generous contribution made the holiday season a lot brighter for a lot of
children in our community.
Item #4.3 was heard after Item #4.1
Item #4.2 was heard before Item #. 4.1
4.2 Presentation of the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life Dania Beach to be held
April 21-22, 2006 at Frost Park - Lisa Young
Lisa Young, Chairman of the Relay for Life Dania Beach, made a brief presentation on the
purpose of Relay for Life. Also present was Marie Letzer, Co-Chairman of the Relay for Life
and Tiffany Salesky, Representative from the American Cancer Society. The event will be held
at Frost Park on April 21-22, 2006. Ms. Young advised that Relay for Life has 22 teams and has
raised approximately $33,000. She thanked Commissioner Castro for introducing them to
NationsRent and Michael Blum of Michael's Kitchen for catering the dinner that will be offered
to survivors at the event. She encouraged everyone to attend the Team Captains' meeting to be
held tomorrow, March 29, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. at Frost Park. People attending will have the
opportunity to meet the teams and get involved. Anyone interested in more information can
obtain it at www.cancer.org.
Mayor Flury read the proclamation for Relay for Life Days and presented it to Lisa Young.
Item #4.1 was heard after Item #4.2
Item #4.3 was heard after Item #4.1
4.3 Special Event Request by the Dania Beach Fire Department for an Open House at
Fire Station 1, 116 W. Dania Beach Boulevard, on Saturday, April 8, 2006 from
10:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Tim Quigley, Fire Department, advised Fire Departments throughout the country have an Open
House for the community once a year. He further noted that Fire Station #1 is the oldest Fire
House in Broward County. He invited everyone to come and participate in this family event.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to approve the Open House at Fire Station 1, on
Saturday April 8, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.; seconded by Commissioner Bertino.
The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
Commissioner Bertino thought it would be very educational for our children to attend the Open
House and suggested the Fire Department contact Kathy DiBona to arrange a visit for some of
their classes.
5. Proclamations
5.1 Relay for Life Days Presented under Item #4.2
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Mayor Flury read the proclamation for Relay for Life Days and presented it to Lisa Young,
Chairman of the Relay for Life Dania Beach.
6. Citizen Comments Heard after Item #4.3
Joe Dorsey, Executive Vice-President of Community Bank of Broward, noted that one of the
requirements on the RFP for Banking Services is that banks must be members of the Federal
Reserve System. Community Bank is not a member of the Federal Reserve. They are a locally
owned independent community bank and state chartered by FDIC. He asked for an amendment
to the RFP to drop or waive the requirement of belonging to the Federal Reserve System. He
stated there is no need to be a member of the Federal Reserve unless you want to go across state
lines.
Commissioner McElyea asked City Attorney Ansbro for clarification.
City Attorney Ansbro explained he is aware of the request. He added this is not an RFP, it is a
sealed bid process. He further mentioned that two members of the Commission have an interest
in the bank, Commissioner Bertino and Mayor Flury. The two members involved will not vote
on the bid. He suggested moving forward with the current bid, to be opened April 7th, and if the
Commission so wishes, all bids could be rejected and re-bid at a future date and perhaps widen
the qualifications on the package to include other specifications.
Commissioner McElyea commented they know they are not wanted by certain people in the
City.
Commissioner Castro indicated the RFP package was reviewed by City Attorney Ansbro,
Director Varney and herself as directed by the Commission. If the City re-bids, she suggested
getting an opinion from an outside auditor on whether a bank should be a member of the Federal
Reserve System. The RFP she reviewed was a template obtained from other cities.
Commissioner Castro further noted she would have been happy if the rest of the Commission
had reviewed it. She is only looking for the best deal for the City while protecting its assets.
City Manager Pato clarified he is not on the Review Committee. He noted that Mayor Flury
requested that someone from the Finance Department sit on every Bid Review Committee. He
does not sit on any.Review Committee because he needs to remain neutral. He further explained
that we worked from a standard bid document used by 25 different cities in Broward County.
Each city had the same requirements in the RFP. We did not know that Community Bank was
not a member of the Federal Reserve System.
Vice-Mayor Anton mentioned the Commission got advice from the City Attorney to move
forward with the bid process, which was done. Once the Review Committee examines the bids,
they will make their recommendation and bring it back to the Commission for a decision; at that
time, all five members of the Commission will look at the bids and decide whether to award the
bid or reject all bids.
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• City Attorney Ansbro stated for the record that two elected officials who have interest in this
bank are not allowed to talk about it. The remaining three Commissioners will. He advised to
let the bid go through the process, then make a decision.
Commissioner Castro recommended Community Bank submit a bid anyway and let it go through
the process.
Vice-Mayor Anton asked City Attorney Ansbro what would happen if the process was changed
now.
City Attorney Ansbro indicated it was not a good idea. It will send the wrong message to the
banks who are already preparing a bid package to be submitted and it could result in a bid
protest.
George Jason, 4549 SW 371h Avenue, noted he has no interest in Community Bank personally.
He knows the people at the bank and thinks we should do business with a Dania Beach bank
because they support the City.
Bo Donly, 209 SE 3`d Terrace, asked the Commission to ask if the money was safe and insured.
He asked the Commission to look at what bid would save the taxpayers the most money.
Mimi Donly, 209 SE 3`d Terrace, spoke as a realtor. She stated people want to come to Dania
Beach because of the small town spirit. Community Bank has put Dania Beach on the map
Rose Lizana, 214 SE 2nd Street, noted she gets to know different groups as Publisher of the
Dania Press and President of the Kiwanis Club, but everybody knows that Community Bank will
open their pockets to help the community.
Sandra Polick, 177 Phippen-Waiters Road, owner of Dania Beach Scrap Metals and Recycling,
asked the Commission to deny the request by Kevin Herring Jr. They have been in the City for
over 30 years and have been trying to acquire the property next to their building to build a
parking lot. She added the vacant lot is zoned Commercial, not Residential. She requested
denial of the case.
Pat Tyra, 2912 SW 54th Street, Estates of Ft. Lauderdale, spoke on Item #7.9. She commended
the City for taking a stand on storage units for single family homes, however she regrets that it
does not address owners of mobile homes. She suggested the City think about them as well.
7. Consent Agenda
Items added to Consent Agenda:Revised Resolutions for Items #7.2 and#7.3
Items removed from Consent Agenda: #7.3, #7.6, and#7.9
7.1 Minutes:
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Approve minutes of Regular City Commission meeting of March 14, 2006
Approve minutes of Abatement Hearing of March 16, 2006
Resolutions
7.2 RESOLUTION 42006-063 Revised Resolution
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING
AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH SECTION 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
7.3 RESOLUTION#2006-062 Revised Resolution
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY
OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN DEANNA ENTERPRISES, d/b/a AIA
EMPLOYMENT OF MIAMI AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH TO PROVIDE SUMMER RECREATION
PROGRAM STAFFING SERVICES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ADVERTISING,
INTERVIEWING, PROVIDING REQUIRED SCREENING AND TESTING SERVICES, AND REPLACEMENT
OF CANDIDATES, UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH PARKS AND
RECREATION MANAGEMENT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $39,000.00; CONFIRMING THAT
SPECIAL CONDITIONS EXIST IN ORDER TO SECURE SUCH SERVICES WITH DEANNA ENTERPRISES,
WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND WITHOUT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2006-062.
Commissioner Castro wanted to know why we narrowed down the list to one agency, when there
were three mentioned in the backup material.
Mary McDonald, Human Resources/Risk Management Director, advised the City used this
company two years ago and they were amazing. They are able to replace people immediately if
needed. They specialize in summer programs and we have had good experience with them.
Commissioner Castro motioned to adopt Resolution #2006-062; seconded by Commissioner
Bertino for discussion.
Commissioner Bertino commented that in the past the Summer Program used to provide
employment for City residents who were preparing for college. He asked if it would be possible
to request this company to give preference to the young people from Dania Beach, during the
screening process..
Director McDonald responded this is what we did two years ago.
Commissioner Bertino would like to make. sure this company does the necessary screening for
child predators and in-depth background check for those who will be working with our children
in the Summer Program.
Director McDonald emphasized that particular screenings are required for people working with
children.
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The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
Ordinances (Titles read by City Attorney)
7.4 ORDINANCE #2006-012
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA GRANTING TO PEOPLES GAS SYSTEM, A
DIVISION OF TAMPA ELECTRIC COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A NON-EXCLUSIVE
NATURAL GAS FRANCHISE AGREEMENT TO USE THE PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY OF THE CITY OF
DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AND PRESCRIBING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH SUCH
FRANCHISE MAY BE EXERCISED; MAKING FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
7.5 ORDINANCE #2006-009
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO ZONING; AMENDING
CHAPTER 28, "ZONING" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA
TO CREATE SECTION 10-15 OF CHAPTER 28, SUCH SECTION TO BE ENTITLED "ADMINISTRATIVE
VARIANCE PROCEDURES; PROVIDING A PROCEDURE FOR THE GRANTING OF MINIMAL
VARIANCES FOR ZONING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES EXISTING
• COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL OR OFFICE BUILDINGS CONTAINING 50,000 SQUARE FEET OR LESS;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
7.6 ORDINANCE #2006-008
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO ZONING; AMENDING
SECTION 2.10, ENTITLED "DEFINITIONS", ARTICLE 5, ENTITLED "SUPPLEMENTARY LOT
REGULATIONS" AND AMENDING ARTICLE 6, ENTITLED "SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULATIONS",
OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN UPDATED DEFINITIONS OF
ZONING CODE TERMS, CLARIFYING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
PROPOSED TO BE CONSTRUCTED ON LOTS AT LEAST 50 FEET IN WIDTH; ADJUSTING SETBACK
(YARD) REQUIREMENTS FOR VARIOUS RESIDENTIAL IMPROVEMENTS, AND REPEALING
PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO GUEST HOUSES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2006-008.
Commissioner Bertino is concerned that these amendments relating to minimum lot size may
encourage developers to come back requesting variances or simply sell their second lot to an
LLC or a corporation. He asked Director Leeds if there was any protection for the City if this
was the case.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised the Code currently has a
contradiction. He understands Commissioner Bertino's concern, but the City has many 50' lots
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of record. We have had requests for variances to build on 50' wide lots and most of these
variances have been granted. He does not see a problem with this.
Commissioner Bertino questioned if the side yard setback would be the same for a two story
home.
Director Leeds and City Attorney Ansbro will look into this before the second reading of this
Ordinance.
Commissioner Bertino also questioned the multiplier increase mentioned on Section 1 of the
Ordinance. He asked if it would increase the number of units on an acre of land.
Director Leeds responded it would decrease the number of units on an acre. He does not think it
would make it more difficult for development and clarified these are housekeeping changes.
Vice-Mayor Anton noted these amendments only apply to single family City Zoning Districts
east of I-95, those west of I-95 are under County Codes. He remarked this is another reason why
we should all be operating under the same rules.
Commissioner Bertino motioned to adopt Ordinance #2006-008, on first reading; seconded
by Vice-Mayor Anton. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
• Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
7.7 ORDINANCE #2006-010
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING THE REZONING OF
PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SW 25TH TERRACE AND SW 45
STREET, DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A", A COPY OF WHICH
IS ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE; CHANGING THE CURRENT ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THE
PROPERTY FROM RI-C (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL), TO RS-6000 (SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL); SUBJECT TO CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
7.8 ORDINANCE 42006-011
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE REQUEST MADE BY
GARY BLOOM, P.E. REPRESENTING BRAUSER MAIMONIDES ACADEMY, FOR THE "MAIMONIDES
DAY SCHOOL CAMPUS TWO" PLAT, SUCH PROPERTY BEING LOCATED AT 5300 SW 40TH AVENUE,
IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A", A COPY OF WHICH IS
ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE; ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION FOR PUBLIC USE OF ALL
STREETS, HIGHWAYS AND ALLEYS AS SHOWN ON SUCH PLAT OF THE "MAIMONIDES DAY
SCHOOL CAMPUS TWO" PLAT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
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7.9 ORDINANCE #2006-013
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO ZONING;
ESTABLISHING RESTRICTIONS PERTAINING TO THE USE OF OUTDOOR TEMPORARY PORTABLE
STORAGE CONTAINERS IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS;PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY;FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2006-013.
Commissioner Bertino explained he requested this ordinance after last year's hurricanes. He
would like to incorporate some verbiage that would include mobile homes. He noted that
portable storage containers (also known as POD) are not allowed in backyards and thought they
would look more attractive in some neighborhoods that have alleys.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, noted he would like to go forward with
this ordinance. He added we could allow them in the rear yard, and it is the Commission's
discretion to waive the 5' setback. Director Leeds further indicated he does not have a problem
with mobile homes, but because the yards are much smaller these portable storage containers
would be on public property.
It was the consensus of the Commission to have staff get some input from mobile home park
associations to see what problems they have faced in the past. The information obtained would
not affect this ordinance but would help with the preparation of a separate ordinance to address
• mobile home issues.
Commissioner Bertino motioned to adopt Ordinance #2006-013, on first reading; seconded
by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
7.10 ORDINANCE #2006-014
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA AMENDING
CHAPTER 2.5, "ADULT ENTERTAINMENT CODE," OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, TO REVISE
AND UPDATE THE OPERATIONAL AND LICENSING REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO ADULT
ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS; AMENDING CHAPTER 4, "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES,"
ARTICLE II "OPERATION REGULATIONS," SECTION 4-37 "NUDITY ON PREMISES WHERE
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE OFFERED FOR SALE," TO DELETE INCONSISTENT PROVISIONS
RELATING TO ALCOHOL AND NUDITY; AMENDING CHAPTER 17, "OFFENSES," ARTICLE 1, "IN
GENERAL", TO DELETE INCONSISTENT SECTIONS RELATING TO INDECENT ENTERTAINMENTS
AND MATERIALS AND TO NUDITY; AMENDING CHAPTER 28, "ZONING," ARTICLE 31, "ADULT
ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS," SECTION 31.10, "DEFINITIONS" TO REVISE THE DEFINITION
OF "ADULT MATERIAL"; FURTHER, AMENDING ARTICLE 31, SECTION 31.40, "LIMITATIONS" TO
REVISE THE SPACING REQUIREMENTS FOR REGULATED USES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST
READING)
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Vice-Mayor Anton motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, with the addition of the
Addenda revising the Resolutions in Item #7.2 and Item #7.3, and the exception of Items
#7.3, #7.6, and #7.9; seconded by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the
following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
8. Bids and Requests for Proposals
There were no proposals for this meeting.
9. Public Hearings and Site Plans
9.1 ORDINANCE #2006-007
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE CITY
CODE OF ORDINANCES, WHICH CHAPTER IS ENTITLED "PENSIONS AND RETIREMENT," TO
PROVIDE FOR CHANGES IN REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION OF GENERAL EMPLOYEES IN
THE DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PLAN ("DROP"); AND FOR ELIGIBILITY FOR PARTICIPATION
IN THE RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE SUBSIDY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2006-007.
Mayor Flury opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, she closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Bertino asked City Attorney Ansbro if the General Employees Union agreed to
these changes.
City Attorney Ansbro responded in the affirmative.
Commissioner Bertino motioned to adopt Ordinance #2006-007, on second reading;
seconded by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
City Attorney Ansbro advised the remaining items were quasi-judicial matters and swore-in all
who would speak. He asked the Commission to disclose any communication they may have had
on these matters.
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9.2 ORDINANCE #2006-004
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING THE REZONING REQUEST
SUBMITTED FOR THE AQUA ISLES PROJECT BY CARR RESIDENTIAL, LLC., FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 3901 GRIFFIN ROAD, DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT "A", A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE; CHANGING THE CURRENT
ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THE PROPERTY FROM T-1 (TRAILER PARK)TO PRD-I (PLANNED UNIT
RESIDENTIAL); SUBJECT TO CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2006-004 and Resolution #2006-060 because
they refer to the same property.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised this is currently the site of the
Aqua Isles mobile home park. The applicant proposes to build 127 townhouses and is requesting
to change the zoning on the property from T-1 to PRD-1 to allow townhouses to be constructed
on the site. He is also requesting the assignment of 17 reserve units. The Site Plan is not being
discussed tonight because it still needs some revisions.
Bonnie Miskel, Attorney for the applicant, advised the relocation of the tenants was difficult.
She is pleased to report they have all been relocated and signed consents and that these families
were compensated in accordance with State Law. She explained how they embarked on the
mobile home relocation process. She was available to answer any questions the Commission
may have.
• Mayor Flury opened the Public Hearings. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, she closed the Public Hearings.
Vice-Mayor Anton asked Director Leeds if the approval of the flex units would interfere with the
site plan and the driveway relocation issue. He thought this was a good project but wanted to
make sure that the access was safe for the residents in the area.
Director Leeds responded in the negative. The applicant would still need to deal with the site
plan and the relocation of the entrance driveway opposite SW 401h Avenue.
City Attorney Ansbro stated for the record that the Commission is satisfied that the residents
have been relocated under State Law.
Commissioner Castro motioned to adopt Ordinance #2006-004, on second reading;
seconded by Commissioner McElyea. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call
vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
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9.3 RESOLUTION#2006-060
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING 17 RESERVE UNITS TO
THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 3901 GRIFFIN ROAD, DANIA BEACH, LEGALLY
DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A", A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THIS RESOLUTION; SUBJECT TO
CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Commissioner Castro motioned to adopt Resolution #2006-060; seconded by Commissioner
Bertino. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
9.4 RESOLUTION#2006-059
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST SUBMITTED
BY PATRICK VACCARO, FROM CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT
2982 SW 45TH STREET, IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2006-059.
• Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised the property is across the street
from the Cape Fear Project. It is part of the Marshall Everglades System, and is unplatted
property. The applicant wants to build a second single family home on the east 50 feet of the lot
within the next few years. The City Attorney has indicated that a variance is required to grant a
Certificate of Occupancy for the home currently under construction on the west 50 foot parcel,
and that a variance is also required to grant a building permit on the east 50 foot parcel. The
applicant requested a third variance to extend approval for the east lot until 2010. The Planning
and Zoning Board recommended approval of all three variances.
Patrick Vaccaro, property owner, clarified the house may be a one story house on the east lot.
Mayor Flury opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, she closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Castro motioned to adopt Resolution #2006-059; seconded by Commissioner
McElyea. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
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9.5 RESOLUTION#2006-061
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST
SUBMITTED BY KEVIN HERRING, FROM CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY
LOCATED NORTH OF STIRLING ROAD ON SW 5T" COURT (LOT 8, BLOCK 1, PARADISE MANOR), IN
THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2006-061.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised the property is located to the east
of Dania Scrap Metal and zoned commercial. The applicant is requesting one flex unit to build a
house which would require several variances. The lot is approximately the size of a mobile
home lot. Staff does not support the allocation of a flex unit because it is not appropriate near a
heavy industrial use. The property could be used as a parking lot, but not for additional scrap
metal use.
The applicant, Kevin Herring, Jr., would like to construct a home similar to those in the
neighborhood.
Mayor Flury opened the Public Hearing.
Sandra Polick, 177 Phippen-Waiters Road, owner of Dania Beach Scrap Metals, clarified the
cars in the parking lot do not belong to her business. They have been trying to purchase the
property for $27,500 to install a paved, lighted, fenced parking lot. She is worried about the
noise from the scrap metal business and questioned if the businesses could construct single
family homes where their businesses are currently located. She is concerned about drainage and
runoff from this property.
Patty Hart, 517 NE 2nd Place, noted she had the property listed for a year and could not sell it
because of the way it looked. She would like to see a house built on the property so that we
could get rid of the scrap metal business.
Kevin Herring noted he has contingencies on the property. He had an offer made by Dania
Beach Scrap Metals and he refused it. He noted the vehicles were placed on the vacant property
on purpose because the owner was cited for a dump.
Commissioner McElyea commented those cars have been there for 20 years.
Commissioner Bertino noted this is an extremely small lot for a single family home.
Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, she closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to deny Resolution #2006-061; seconded by
Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
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Commissioner Castro. Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner MMcElyea Yes
9.6 RESOLUTION#2006-064
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, GRANTING A
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS TO DANIA BEACH HOTEL, LLP, THE OWNER OF THE DANIA
BEACH HOTEL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 180 EAST DANIA BEACH BLVD. IN THE CITY TO ALLOW
FOR DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURES ON THE PROPERTY PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF
THE CITY HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE, ARTICLE XI, CHAPTER 8 OF THE CITY CODE OF
ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2006-064.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised this property was designated as a
local historic site in the year 2000. The applicant, Dania Beach Hotel, LLP, would like to
demolish the building to replace it with a multi use unit. The applicant has provided backup to
justify why it is appropriate to remove the historic designation. If the Commission approves the
request, the applicant could apply for a demolition permit at any time, however, they have not
indicated when this might be done.
Bonnie Miskel, Attorney for the applicant, distributed photographs of the property. She noted
time and nature have not been kind to the property. The historic status was tied to the architect
in the community. They looked at preserving a portion of the building so that the historic
designation would be maintained. Two years ago a structural engineer said it might be feasible,
but not practical, to keep the center core of the property. Since the hurricanes in 2005 they have
not had the property reevaluated, but in conversations with the engineer he indicated it would not
be feasible to keep any part of the building. She read the requirements for considering
demolition of the building and removing the historic designation. She indicated the property was
too small to attract hotel companies to develop it. They are in the process of working with staff
on the plans for the property. Attorney Miskel thought this would be a better economic use of
the property than the current one, and asked for favorable consideration of the request.
Mayor Flury opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, she closed the Public Hearing.
Mayor Flury commented it would be a sad day for many people in the City to see the Dania
Beach Hotel destroyed because of its historical significance, but everyone knows it will never be
developed the way it is.
Commissioner Castro questioned if there was any pending action for unsafe structure.
Attorney Miskel advised they looked at renovating the entire structure, but it was not worth it.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development indicated they had several unsafe
structure actions, but they are glad the hotel is closed.
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Commissioner McElyea commented it is sad to see the Dania Beach Hotel go, but we need
something to put us on the map
Commissioner Bertino asked City Manager Pato if we had an agreement with the owner to
develop the property, and if a deposit was made. He questioned if we would be preventing them
from redeveloping the site by not approving the removal of the historic designation.
City Manager Pato confirmed the above statement was correct.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to adopt Resolution #2006-064; seconded by
Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
10. Commission Comments
Item #10 was heard after Item #11.1
10.1 Commissioner Bertino
Commissioner Bertino noted he heard a rumor that the City was firing all the Code Inspectors
because we are going to hire BSO to take care of the code violations for the City.
City Manager Pato responded was not true.
Commissioner Bertino mentioned that the Parks and Recreation Board changed their mind and
may not want to have a cover for Frost Park. Commissioner Bertino requested an item on the
next agenda relating to this issue.
Commissioner Bertino commented some time ago we talked about installing Lightning Detectors
in the parks. Most of the parks in Broward County have them. It is in the budget and he would
like to see us move forward and protect our children.
Commissioner Bertino noted he is concerned with the City's bid process and the fact that we
only get one bid on construction projects. He wondered what the problem might be and
questioned if we should re-bid our projects.
Commissioner Bertino said he received a phone call from someone in the annexed area
complaining that we are charging too much money for water in that area. He clarified that we do
not provide water in that area and they should check with Broward County.
10.2 Commissioner Castro
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Commissioner Castro thanked the Men and Women's Club and commented she swore-in their
new officers. She also mentioned she was invited to be the key note speaker at Bethel Baptist
Church at their 51h Annual Women's Conference last Friday.
Commissioner Castro noted that she was appointed to the Broward County Planning Council and
wanted the rest of the Commission and City Manager to be aware of this in case they would like
any matter brought to their attention.
Commissioner Castro invited everyone to attend the Budget Strategic Planning Session on
Thursday, March 30`h at 9:00 a.m.
Commissioner Castro mentioned she attended the FDOT Public Hearing on the Dania Beach-
AIA construction and asked them to send a packet of their construction plans to the City. While
at the meeting, the 5`h Avenue light issue came up. Apparently FDOT is telling residents that the
City is holding up the 5ch Avenue light. Residents in the area have safety concerns and she
would like a light placed there, even if it needs to be changed at a later date. She asked City
Manager Pato for an update.
Commissioner Castro congratulated Melaleuca Gardens Homeowners' Association for their
success with their two-day garage sale to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.
10.3 Commissioner McElyea
Commissioner McElyea noticed Florida Power & Light had pole inspectors in the neighborhood.
He noted the light situation is better.
Commissioner McElyea commented the Old Griffin Road speed limit of 45 mph is ridiculous.
Commissioner McElyea thought it was time to do something about the traffic light at 51h Avenue
because it has been discussed for a long time and we need to help the residents in the area.
10.4 Vice-Mayor Anton
Vice-Mayor Anton received word tonight relating to eminent domain. It seems that the County
Commission discussed the fact that they are lobbying for, and expect to receive an exemption to
the laws for eminent domain for properties surrounding airports and seaports. He wants us to
reach out to our lobbyists in Tallahassee and let them know how we feel about these issues. Also
tonight, the County Commission discussed a new CRA for Pompano Beach that involves a TIF.
It bothers him that for years Dania Beach tried to get the CRA with a TIF and now Pompano
Beach got one. He asked the City Manager to look into this.
Vice-Mayor Anton noted the City of Pompano Beach is being charged an exorbitant amount of
money from Florida Power & Light for street lights they do not have. He asked if we were
checking our poles to make sure that FPL is charging the City what they should and not more.
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Vice-Mayor Anton brought up the issue of having generators installed at gas stations to make the
public aware that we are looking into the matter.
City Attorney Ansbro advised that City Manager Pato is supposed to be looking at generators for
gas stations. We need to wait to see what the state does.
Vice-Mayor Anton asked City Attorney Ansbro for a straw vote on the eminent domain issue.
City Attorney Ansbro thought the request for the City Manager to have lobbyists monitor the
situation should suffice at this time.
The Commission unanimously voted to give the City Manager the authorization to have the
lobbyists move in that direction.
10.5 Mayor Flury
Mayor Flury requested an update at a future meeting for the improvements on Dania Beach
Boulevard to be presented by staff or FDOT.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised FDOT offered to have a
presentation at the second meeting in May.
Mayor Flury would like the status of the traffic signal on SE 5th Avenue.
Dominic Orlando, Director of Public Services, advised we awarded a contract to Kimley-Horn to
design a three way signal. The light has to be installed before the first quarter of next year, and
FDOT will need to approve the design.
Mayor Flury referred to Commissioner Bertino's comments on the City Hall bid and assured
everyone that it was a very thorough bid process. She added that seven companies attended the
Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference, but only one submitted a bid.
Mayor Flury thanked Director Orlando for preparing the Residential Solid Waste Collection
Service Rules and Procedures booklet and recommended mailing it to the residents since it
contains valuable information.
City Manager Pato indicated this was Commissioner McElyea's suggestion and we are currently
determining the cost and obtaining the mailing list.
Mayor Flury would like the permitting brochure that was issued years ago, to be revised and
made available to the residents.
Mayor Flury thanked Director Orlando for the lights on Federal Highway which have been
working for more than five weeks.
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Mayor Flury asked City Clerk Stilson to bring a recommendation at the next Commission
meeting, as to which meeting should be cancelled in July or August.
Mayor Flury reiterated that the Budget Strategic Planning Meeting would be held in the
Conference Room at City Hall, on Thursday, March 301h, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and that
public input is always welcome.
Mayor Flury asked Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development if a sample of the
Code Violation form could be made available to the public on the City's website.
Director Leeds advised staff is looking into it and they will notify the Commission when
completed.
Mayor Flury noted there was a comment in the BSO Monthly Report that the City is storing a
great number of grocery carts in one of our facilities. She is concerned that we have not been
able to find a solution to this problem and suggested City Attorney Ansbro look at what the City
of Hallandale is doing.
City Attorney Ansbro commented he would not use what Hallandale does since we already used
this years ago and it did not work. He suggested following the rules adopted by Kissimmee.
City Attorney Ansbro has already discussed the plan with BSO Chief Bryan Cowart. He hopes
to be able to bring forward an ordinance to the Commission within the next few weeks.
Mayor Flury was concerned on the proliferation of newspaper stands on public sidewalks. She
thought we needed to address this problem, and help the residents in the SW area who are
working hard to clean up their neighborhood.
City Attorney Ansbro indicated he would like to discuss the matter at the Strategic Planning
Session next Thursday, March 301h, since some funds would have to be allocated in order to
solve the problem.
Commissioner Castro commented the Police & Fire Pension Board does not have a secure room
to store their records. She suggested they contact the City Manager or City Clerk in order to find
a place for them.
Mayor Flury noted the General Employees Pension Board records are at stored at City Hall.
Mayor Flury reported she attended the League of Cities Mayors' Conference last week on
hurricane preparedness. The talk centered on dealing with FEMA and they suggested people get
ready for hurricane season and take care of themselves, instead of waiting for State of Federal
assistance. She wondered if we could add a checklist to the City's Website which would help
residents. She wants staff to talk about hurricane preparedness at every civic and homeowners
association meeting they attend and get the message out to the community.
Item #11.2 was heard after Item #10.5
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11. Discussion and Possible Action
Item #1 L I was heard after Item #9.6
11.1 Request by Rilea Group, Inc., for approval of Local Park Impact Fees in lieu of land
dedication — Community Development — Continued from February 28, 2006, and
March 14, 2006
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, explained the City Code requires
dedication of 1.72 acres of public park land as a condition to the issuance of a building permit for
this project. The Commission has the discretion to accept a fee in lieu of the land dedication.
Applicant contends that because nearly 15 acres of his 19 acre site is deed restricted as
"conservation use", he exceeds the 1.72 acre dedication requirement and he would not be
required to pay any park impact fees. If the Commission does not agree with the applicant's
position, he is required to pay $403,000.00 in park impact fees. The plans are currently being
reviewed by staff.
Alan Ojeda, owner of the property, advised he received the permit from the Army Corps of
Engineers. They are beginning the development of the property which should take a few months.
He thanked the Commission for all the help they provided in obtaining-the permit from the
Corps. He provided his interpretation of the City's requirement for park land dedication. He
noted he is giving 15 acres, as opposed to the 1.7 required by Code. He is prepared to offer to
pay for active parks, but does not know how much. He asked the Commission for advice.
Director Leeds advised Mr. Ojeda owns the property and placed the easement on the property as
requested by the South Florida Water Management District, and by the County, to prevent
development of the property.
Vice-Mayor Anton mentioned he appreciates that the property was dedicated, but asked the City
Attorney if park impact fees could only be used for new spaces.
City Attorney Ansbro clarified it can be used for growth and expansion, not to replace outdated
equipment.
Vice-Mayor Anton asked if it would be a violation of the Code requirements to accept the
applicant's offer to do something with existing parks.
Commissioner Castro indicated we don't know if he could have built on the wet property. Also,
he could have been able to trade the property. On the Impact Fees issue, she agrees with the rest
of the Commission that it is important to look at pocket parks when we have so many small lots
in the City. Commissioner Castro would like to see this project develop, they are luxury type
homes and the applicant has spent a lot of money, working hard, and she knows that because she
is one of the people who helped him with the Army Corps of Engineers. She would like to
provide some type of relief to the applicant.
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Mayor Flury explained the site is about 19 acres and approximately 5 acres will be developed.
She thought 14 acres of green space was the greatest gift the City could receive. We have money
in park fees. The issue here is not money, but what is right. Mayor Flury would be willing to
grant some relief to Mr. Ojeda as well.
Bonnie Miskel, Attorney representing the Rilea Group, Inc.,. noted they technically meet the
requirements of the Code. Mr. Ojeda's offer to the City is $100,000 and it would be for the
Commission to decide how the money is spent.
City Attorney Ansbro indicated Mr. Ojeda transferred his development right and condensed it
,into one corner. He thinks he has complied with the law.
Director Leeds mentioned that the site plan approval provided that the park space was already
dedicated. The 15 acres has an environmental benefit to the City of Dania Beach. Mr. Ojeda
still owns the property and cannot use it for anything because of the conservation easement.
Commissioner Castro motioned to accept the dedication of$100,000 to Park Impact Fees;
seconded by Commissioner Bertino. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call
vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
Item #10 was heard after Item #11.1
Item #11.2 was heard after Item #10.S
11.2 Discussion of Health Insurance Benefits for Beneficiaries — Human Resources -
Continued from March 14, 2006
Mary McDonald, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management, noted that the General
Employees Pension administrator asked about the City's pension plan for retirees' survivors,
because the current ordinance does not address the issue. She pointed out that the Fire Union
does address the issue but the General Employees does not. Staff surveyed other cities and
found that they do not provide survivors' benefits, and most do not provide retiree benefits. We
currently have one person for whom we are paying benefits because we are waiting for the
Commission to make a decision.
Mayor Flury thought the health benefits offered to retirees was extremely generous and not many
large companies provide benefits for retirees. She thinks that paying survivors' benefits would
be too much.
Vice-Mayor Anton understands it could be a serious issue, but if the retiree dies the family is left
without insurance. He would suggest giving them the opportunity to still participate in the plan
10 at a reduced benefit rate. He would not like to arbitrarily cut off the benefits.
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Director McDonald indicated we could offer Cobra benefits, to which they would be eligible,
and we could work out a deal where the City makes partial payments for a certain period of time.
Other cities offer continued participation in the group plan as long as the survivors pay 100% of
the premium, but in our case that would be too high.
Commissioner Bertino commented many of our employees are low paid and if a sudden death
happens at a young age, the survivor is left without insurance. He would not be in favor of
leaving the retiree's family without insurance.
Commissioner Castro asked if we were self-insured.
Director McDonald responded we are self-insured up to $60,000, and the reinsurance kicks in
after that amount.
Commissioner Castro commented our workforce is not lower paid than other companies. Group
policies afford insurance. She agreed we need to provide a transition period for adjustment and
changing, but we can't cover them indefinitely. We need to be concerned about our employees,
but we need to be concerned about the taxpayers. She is very sympathetic when it comes to
people's healthcare, however, she would not like to give City employees a better quality of life
than the taxpayers who are supporting it. Commissioner Castro recommended that staff
investigate the possibility of a transition period of about 6-9 months and bring back suggestions.
Mayor Flury asked Director McDonald to compile the necessary information and bring it back
for Commission review.
12. Appointments
Mayor Flury mentioned that when the Commission approved the funding for the Tourism
Development Council, we agreed to have one of the Commissioners serve on that Council.
Commissioner Castro has been doing it and if it is okay with her, she would like Commissioner
Castro to continue to serve. Mayor Flury thought having a staff person serve on the Council
was not required.
Commissioner Bertino motioned for Commissioner Castro to remain on the Tourism
Development Council; seconded by Vice-Mayor Anton. The motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Flury appointed Lori Anne Brave to the Human Relations Board.
Commissioner Castro motioned to approve the Board appointment; seconded by Vice-
Mayor Anton. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Mayor Anton Yes
Commissioner Castro Yes Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
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13. Administrative Reports
13.1 City Manager
City Manager Pato received a call from Representative Tim Ryan who reported that the request
made by the City for $500,000.00 for the water looping project and $100,000.00 for lighting-
relating issues made the first cut in Tallahassee. He thanked Public Services Director Orlando
for providing the necessary backup for our consultants to put into play.
City Manager Pato advised Kurt Ely, Chairman for the Parks & Recreation Board, is here to
make a recommendation to the Commission on behalf of the Board.
Kurt Ely referred to Commissioner Bertino's comment on the canopy for Frost Park. The reason
the Board is recommending no canopy at the park is because they think it is not a safe place to be
when it is lightning, and they have been assured by Parks and Recreation Director Jones that all
parks allow all the children into the buildings during the rain. There is no need to have a canopy
installed, other than for aesthetic purposes. The Parks & Recreation Board also recommends the
money that is in the budget be spent on Lightning Detectors for all three parks.
Further discussion followed between the Commission and Mr. Ely regarding the type of canopy
that would be more appropriate and the fact that the parks are closed on Sunday, so children
cannot move inside the building. It was the consensus of the Commission to discuss the matter
further at the Strategic Planning Meeting to be held on Thursday, March 301h at 9:00 a.m.
13.2 City Attorney
City Attorney Ansbro had no additional comments.
13.3 City Clerk—Reminders
City Clerk Stilson asked the Commission to reschedule the CRA Board meeting scheduled for
Wednesday, April 12, 2006. She will contact them with an alternative date.
Thursday, March 30, 2006- 9:00 a.m. —FY 2006/2007 Budget Strategic Planning Session
Tuesday, April 11, 2006 —7:00 p.m. —Regular City Commission Meeting
Wednesday, April 12, 2006- 5:30 p.m. —Regular CRA Board Meeting-
Tuesday, April 25, 2006—7:00 p.m. —Regular City Commission Meeting
14. Adjournment
Mayor Flury adjourned the meeting at 10:02 p.m.
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ATTEST: PATRICIA FLURY
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LOUISE. STILSON, CMC
CITY CLERK
Approved: April 11, 2006
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