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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-06-14 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2005 - 7:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order Mayor Castro called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Pat Tyra gave the invocation and all remained standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag. 3. Roll Call Present: Mayor: Anne Castro Vice-Mayor: Patricia Flury Commissioners: Bob Anton • John Bertino C.K. McElyea City Manager: Ivan Pato City Attorney: Thomas Ansbro City Clerk: Louise Stilson 4. Presentations and Special Event Approvals There were no presentations at this meeting. 5. Proclamations There were no proclamations at this meeting. 6. Citizen Comments Brian Barrett, 108 SE 3`d Avenue, Dania Beach, spoke about a nuisance property at 120 SE 3rd Avenue which has not been maintained for seven months. He provided the Commission with photos of the property. He indicated Commissioner Bertino addressed the issue at the May 1 Otn meeting. The property owner is deceased and there is a foreclosure action filed in the Circuit ® Court. He and his neighbors have been calling the City for months, but feel like they are getting • nowhere. He commented he called the Code Office and was told the owner was cited, however the owner is deceased. He left a message for Mr. Dubisky but never received a reply. He indicated the neighborhood is now experiencing crime, and they have noticed homeless people in the alleyway. He asked how long it would take for the City to do something. Commissioner Anton remarked he had the same problem in his neighborhood and he talked to the City Attorney and Community Development Director to see if we could move quicker because there are certain rules we need to abide by. He is confident it will be brought forward as soon as possible. He would like the City Attorney to research the matter and find a solution. City Attorney Ansbro responded the current Ordinance addresses abandoned vacant property, meaning there is no building on the property. He noted an amendment is needed to the Code. Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, commented the Ordinance is structured for vacant lots. The property owners of both properties discussed were cited; the attorney representing the mortgage company that is foreclosing on the home received the letter and if the property is not cleaned we will send Public Services out there with BSO to cut the lawn and lien the property. Commissioner Bertino commented citizens should have their phone calls returned by staff within 24 hours because we work for the taxpayers. Loretta Murray, 214 SE Park Street, Dania Beach, asked the Commission to enact an Ordinance • limiting the tethering of dogs. She indicated the Cities of Hollywood and Palm Beach recently passed similar Ordinances. The Ordinance is needed for the safety of children and dogs. She noted Tethering Ordinances are endorsed and encouraged by the Humane Society of the United States, Broward County Humane Society, the American Veterinary Association, the USDA, and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Vice-Mayor Flury commented she does not think we can go another summer without enacting an Ordinance that prohibits the tethering of dogs. She will ask for support during her comments. Jimmy Crimminger, 237-243 SW 15" Street, Dania Beach, representing Joe Van Eton of Triangle Village Association, thanked City officials and staff for the surplus tree planting in City swales, and the CPTED Workshop. Derrick Hankerson, 746 SW 3`d Street, Dania Beach, President of College Gardens Neighborhood Association, praised and thanked the BSO and Fire Department for their response and assistance to the community regarding an incident that happened last week. Faye Bartelmes, 214 SW 2nd Terrace, Dania Beach, spoke about tethered dogs; she indicated Animal Control has not been responsive when she calls them. Item #11, Discussion and Possible Action, was heard after Citizen Comments. • Minutes of Regular Meeting 2 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • 7. Consent Agenda Items added to Consent Agenda:Item #7.8 and Item #7.9 Items removed from Consent Agenda: #7.3,#7.4,#7.5,and#7.7 7.1 Minutes: Approve minutes for Abatement Hearing of May 19, 2005 Approve minutes for Regular Commission Meeting of May 24, 2005 Approve minutes for Impact Fee Workshop of May 25, 2005 7.2 Travel Requests: Travel request of Mayor Anne Castro to attend the 2005 Florida League of Cities Conference in Orlando, Florida, from August 18-20, 2005. (Estimated cost $959) Resolutions 7.3 RESOLUTION #2005-093 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO CONTRACT FOR ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,000.00 WITH SHANE LE MAR ENTERTAINMENT, 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#2005-093. Commissioner Bertino questioned what events the company was hired for in the past. Kristen Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation, responded the Centennial Event, dedication of Frost Park, the Volunteer Party, and all the Centennial Events last year. City Attorney Ansbro explained when it approaches $15,000 total; it needs Commission approval to continue. Commissioner Bertino remarked we should use them for July 4th, but we need to go out to bid for an entertainment group for the City. Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve Resolution #2005-093; seconded by Commissioner Anton. Commissioner Bertino clarified that the motion was to use the company for July 41h but we would go out to bid. Vice-Mayor Flury responded we would go out to bid, but we should pre-select the companies we want to bid. Minutes of Regular Meeting 3 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • Commissioner Bertino remarked we should let anybody bid, and we could make the determination. City Manager Pato remarked he has given staff direction that any future entertainment will have at least three quotes presented with credentials. He commented we need flexibility to shop and bring forward information that we have done our job well. These engagements are relatively small in number, they are short events, and they do not carry the same themes. Vice-Mayor Flury agrees with the City Manager and wants him to solicit quotes for each event. Commissioner Anton remarked he does not have a problem with the three quotes or going out to bid. Mayor Castro commented she will take it event by event, and if it happens to be the same company that wins and we develop a relationship that they will be the best quote on each event. She noted there are a lot of entertainment companies so she does not think we should sign a year- long contract with one company. She thinks we should look for the best quality entertainment each time. Commissioner Bertino commented you have your direction to not go to bid. City Manager Pato remarked we will definitely bring quotes. The motion carried on the following 4-1 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino No Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 7.4 RESOLUTION 42005-089 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR ENTRY INTO THE PATRICK J. MELI AQUATIC COMPLEX AND, WHEN PARK IMPROVEMENTS ARE COMPLETED FOR THE C.W. THOMAS POOL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2005-089. Commissioner Bertino commented we have a lot of people that live near the Meli Complex who have a lot of children and do not have a large amount of discretionary income. He thinks to put a fee that may preclude a child from going to a swimming pool to learn swimming is not a good practice on our part. He would like to see a way for a person to petition the City in a private manner, for exclusion from paying for children if they really don't have the money. Commissioner McElyea commented the large pool is not a child-type pool and the people who use it should pay. He does not think a child should have to pay to use the small pool, regardless of how many children are in the family. Minutes of Regular Meeting 4 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. Kristen Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation, commented it would be a good idea to charge for the Olympic Pool, and not charge for the small pool. However, we do charge for swim lessons; she could bring to the Commission waivers for those who cannot afford to pay for lessons. Commissioner Bertino questioned if we could develop a policy for persons claiming economic hardship. He would like a procedure set up in the fee structure to take care of this. Commissioner Bertino motioned to approve Resolution #2005-089, on the basis that exceptions would be made as needed; seconded by Commissioner Anton. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 7.5 RESOLUTION #2005-094 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A FIRST AMENDMENT TO EASEMENT AGREEMENT AND A FIRST AMENDMENT TO A SERVICE AGREEMENT, WHICH AGREEMENTS EXIST BETWEEN THE CITY AND AES OCEAN EXPRESS, LLC; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN . EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2005-094. Commissioner Bertino commented he understood these contracts were legally forced upon us. City Attorney Ansbro commented it has been approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. He noted the amendment is to make the pipe two inches bigger in diameter. He indicated we are compensated for some inspection services on a periodic basis. Commissioner Bertino motioned to approve Resolution 92005-094; seconded by Commissioner McElyea. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes Ordinances (Titles read by City Attorney) 7.6 ORDINANCE #2005-017 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 23, "TAXATION", ARTICLE VI, "SERVICE CHARGES FOR PROCESSING LIEN INFORMATION", SECTION 23-67, • "CHARGES FOR PREPARING AND RECORDING LIENS AND LIEN SATISFACTIONS" TO REVISE THE Minutes of Regular Meeting 5 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. FEES PAYABLE TO THE CITY FOR SUCH SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) 7.7 ORDINANCE #2005-023 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 17 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, ENTITLED "OFFENSES - MISCELLANEOUS", TO ESTABLISH ARTICLE VIII ENTITLED "SEXUAL VIOLATOR"; ESTABLISHING SECTION 17-128, ENTITLED "SEXUAL VIOLATOR RESIDENCY PROHIBITION," TO PROHIBIT CONVICTED SEXUAL VIOLATORS FROM RESIDING WITHIN 2,500 FEET OF SPECIFIED LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-023. Commissioner Anton commended everyone who worked on this Ordinance. He asked Chief Cowart for an explanation of the BSO policies and procedures. Chief Cowart advised there are currently twenty-two offenders and one sexual predator residing in Dania Beach. Offenders have been convicted by a Court for lewd and lascivious offenses against children, sexual performance against children, or attempting to procure children or persons under the age of sixteen for prostitution. Predator pertains to repeat sexual offenders, sexual offenders who use physical violence, and sexual offenders who prey upon children. Currently FDLE notifies the BSO if an offender moves into the City; BSO Detectives then • contacts the offender within 24-48 hours. Within 24-48 hours of moving to a location, offenders are required to update their Driver's License because it indicates the person is a sexual predator; and secondly, the offender is required to check-in and register with the Sheriff's Office as a convicted felon that is moving back into the County. Following the initial contact with the predator, no less than every 30 days, Deputies make physical contact with the person to make sure the offender has not had any warrants issued for their arrest and to let the offender know that they are continuously watching and making sure they are not getting involved in activity that they shouldn't within the City of Dania Beach. The Sexual Predator Law began to change in 1995 when the State amended the State Statutes and issued the 1,000 foot buffer around schools, daycare centers or parks. He noted BSO attempts to notify the community in the most timely fashion possible when they get the information on a predator within one and a half miles of where that predator is taking up residence. They provide the offender's information to all Parks, Schools, and Daycare Centers so they can post the information in a conspicuous location for parents. Additionally, upon arrival, they work with a corporation known as A Child is Missing, which is an automated voice system that calls everyone in the one and a half mile buffer of where the predator moves in. Once a year, they also conduct a Sexual Predator Notification Meeting, and use the services of A Child is Missing to notify the community and post fliers at the schools and send home with every child. The day prior to the meeting, School Resource Officers are in the school parking lot making contact with parents and handing out fliers. Commissioner Anton advised the City Website, as well as the BSO Website, has a direct link to FDLE. He stated it is very important that we pass this so that we do not become a dumping • ground, because we have a lot of rental property and affordable housing in the City and this is where these people end up. Minutes of Regular Meeting 6 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 14, 2005—7:00 p.m. • City Attorney Ansbro asked if we could get notification that offenders are moving to Dania Beach before they arrive. He does not want someone to move here and then we have to tell them they have to leave. He noted there is a provision in the Ordinance that no landlord shall knowingly rent to an offender. Chief Cowart responded there are times when they are notified at the last minute. City Attorney Ansbro advised our Ordinance is different from other cities because he used the phrase Sexual Violator, which means anybody in America who has been convicted of this as a felony, whether or not adjudication was withheld. Vice-Mayor Flury questioned why the term "Reside" does not include any temporary stay not exceeding 15 days. City Attorney Ansbro responded he borrowed that provision from other cities and it could be discarded if the Commission chooses. Chief Cowart remarked he thinks that is there because we get visitors, and this would cover the hotels who rent to travelers. This would exempt them from having to check on every guest moving in and out of their establishment. Mayor Castro indicated they usually have to advise the Court or their Probation Officer if they are leaving their area. Ron Book and his daughter Lauren, 10711 Hawks Vista Street, Plantation, addressed the Commission because he wants to put a face on the Ordinance. He is the parent of a child who has been sexually assaulted by a pedophile, who is currently serving twenty-five years in the State Penitentiary. He thinks it is important that everybody in the community understand that these Ordinances are about protecting children from horrible individuals. He thanked the Commission and City Attorney for crafting an Ordinance that would meet a Constitutional challenge in Court. He noted he spoke at every city that adopted an Ordinance. He thanked the BSO and State Attorney's office for doing a thorough job in his daughter's case and those of others. He indicated the Elected Officials are to protect the public's health, safety and welfare; and this Ordinance is about protecting children from horrible individuals. He commented he has been dealing with this issue for four and a half years, and probably has studied and read more than any expert. He remarked these people do not get rehabilitated in our State Prisons; they don't get rehabilitated anywhere they go; and by and large they are going to commit a crime again against another young person. He indicated our Ordinance does not take into account all sexual offenses, but it does take into account the most horrible sexual offenses. He suggested the State has missed it by saying one thousand feet; in our community you have to be twenty five hundred feet from schools, daycare centers, and parks to put an Adult Book Store or Adult Entertainment establishment. He questioned why it would be okay to let sexual offenders live within that twenty five hundred feet; the answer is it is not acceptable and shouldn't be acceptable to the people in the community, and obviously it is not acceptable to the City Commission either. He stated they would come back for the final passage of the Ordinance Minutes of Regular Meeting 7 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. because they care and have been through a tragic nightmare. They are here because their family has suffered like nobody ought to suffer, and because his daughter is no longer a victim, she is a survivor, and that is what makes a difference. He noted they are going to every community and encouraging them to do what is right which is to protect the health, safety and welfare of all the citizens of the community, and not the creeping crud of society. He suggested the most important thing the Commission can do is to protect our most valuable asset, our children, and that is what this Ordinance is about. He thanked the Commission for doing this for all the people even though some may never know how their life is safer because of the action taken on this Ordinance. Commissioner McElyea commented Ron Book is one of the most super attorneys he knows and he thinks he should help us write this Ordinance. He noted our attorney is very good, but could always use help. City Attorney Ansbro commented he would like Mr. Book's assistance to do this at the State level, because he is extremely effective at it. He also thanked Lauren for her courage to be the face. Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-023, on first reading; seconded by Commissioner Anton. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes . Commissioner McElyea Yes Addendum 7.8 RESOLUTION #2005-095 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE MICROSOFT LICENSES FOR CITY COMPUTERS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $21,800.00,UNDER THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT NO. 255-001-01-1, WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND WITHOUT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 7.9 RESOLUTION #2005-096 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE A 2005 FORD FULL-SIZE FOUR-DOOR SEDAN FROM MAROONE FORD IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,000.00, WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND WITHOUT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS;PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Commissioner Anton motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Item #7.3, Item #7.4, Item #7.5 and Item #7.7, and the addition of Item #7.8 and Item #7.9; seconded by Vice-Mayor Flury. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: • Commissioner Anton . Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Minutes of Regular Meeting 8 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • Commissioner McElyea Yes 8. Bids and Requests for Proposals There were no proposals at this meeting. 9. Public Hearings and Site Plans 9.1 ORDINANCE 42005-015 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE "DANIA BEACH FIRE STATION NO. 93 PLAT", SUCH PROPERTY BEING LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SW 45TH STREET AND SW 30TH AVENUE, DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, 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; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-015. Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or opposition, she closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner McElyea motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-015, on second reading; seconded by Commissioner Bertino. Commissioner Anton remarked he has a couple of problems with this. He is not certain this is the right location for the Fire Station. Commissioner McElyea commented he thinks we are in the right location in the City of Hollywood, and that is where we should stay. He thinks the property is too valuable for a Fire Station. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 9.2 ORDINANCE #2005-019 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO ZONING; AMENDING CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING ARTICLE 20, "PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (PRD-1)", AMENDING ARTICLE 3, "ESTABLISHMENT AND DEFINITIONS OF DISTRICTS," SECTION 3.10, "ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRICTS," TO REVISE THE • SCHEDULE OF DISTRICTS TO INCLUDE THE PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (PRD-1) DISTRICT; AMENDING ARTICLE 4. "DISTRICT REGULATIONS," SECTION 4.20, "APPLICATION OF Minutes of Regular Meeting 9 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • REGULATIONS" TO REVISE THE "SCHEDULE OF USE REGULATIONS" TO INCLUDE THE PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (PRD-1) DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-019. Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised this creates a new zoning district, it does not rezone any property; applicants would need to request a change before the Planning and Zoning Board and the City Commission. The current Code is very difficult to use; has requirements that have little applicability to the City of Dania Beach, and were developed for other cities in other counties. This Ordinance does not change or lower any of our standards; it gives the Commission the flexibility to modify the standards based on the uniqueness of the site and its location. It is designed for small parcels of one to five acres. Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or opposition, she closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Anton motioned to approve Ordinance 92005-019, on first reading; seconded by Commissioner McElyea. Commissioner Bertino questioned Article 20.50, he questioned if we intended for the Planning and Zoning Board to approve it along with the Commission. • Mr. Leeds responded he would modify the Ordinance to read without the approval of a site development plan reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Board and approved by the City Commission. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 9.3 ORDINANCE#2005-020 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO ZONING; AMENDING CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING ARTICLE 6, "SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULATIONS", SECTION 6.12, "SWIMMING POOLS," TO CLARIFY REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO SWIMMING POOLS AND TO ADD NEW REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO POOL DECKS; AMENDING SECTION 6.16, "HOME OCCUPATIONS TO REVISE REGULATIONS RELATING TO "HOME OFFICES"; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-020. Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised these two Ordinances clarify existing provisions in the Zoning Code. He indicated we are seeing a tendency for people to • install pools in their backyards and pave over the entire yard with a concrete deck. We are Minutes of Regular Meeting 10 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • concerned this will cause drainage problems; the five foot setback is a pretty standard requirement in other cities. Home Offices are allowed in the City, but we needed to clarify that it excludes medical, counseling, and dental offices, and provides that no transactions or meetings are made in person on the premises. Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Derrick Hankerson, 746 SW 3rd Street, questioned if graphic artists would be allowed because there are times when someone from a firm would come to their home and review something on their computer screen. Mr. Leeds responded there is a section in the Code for artists, and he does not have an objection to someone going to a home to view art. We are trying to prevent medicine, psychology, or homeopathic counseling out of homes. Loretta Murray, 214 SE Park Street, commented on the pools. She indicated her neighbor installed a pool and the entire back yard is concrete, and her property floods every time it rains. Pat Tyra, Estates of Ft. Lauderdale, spoke in favor of both. She asked for clarification on landscaping and gardening businesses that work out of their homes. Mr. Leeds responded they are not allowed; it is a business where employees are coming to the residence and using it as a commercial enterprise. • Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Castro closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Bertino remarked pools increase the value of homes and our tax base. He questioned the distance requirements because he does not have a problem with waterfront homes constructing their pools all the way to the seawall because we do not have a drainage problem on canals and there is some very expensive real estate on canals. This setback would prohibit a lot of people from being able to install pools. Mayor Castro commented if the space is that tight she would be concerned about the safety issue of having the pool that close to the seawall. If there is enough space for a wide deck, she thinks five feet of it should be vegetation or setback. She would be concerned about somebody falling into the canal, as opposed to falling into the pool. Vice-Mayor Flury and Commissioner Anton agreed with Mayor Castro. Mr. Leeds noted this Ordinance was designed to prevent patios and pool patios from going from side yard to side yard. Commissioner Flury motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-020, on first reading; seconded by Commissioner Anton. The motion carried on the following 4-1 Roll Call vote: • Minutes of Regular Meeting 11 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino No Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner MVIcElyea Yes 9.4 ORDINANCE 92005-021 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, BY CREATING ARTICLE 19, "RESIDENTIAL OFFICE (RO) DISTRICT"; AMENDING ARTICLE 3, "ESTABLISHMENT AND DEFINITIONS OF DISTRICTS," SECTION 3.10 "ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRICTS," TO REVISE THE SCHEDULE OF DISTRICTS TO INCLUDE THE RESIDENTIAL OFFICE (RO)DISTRICT; AMENDING ARTICLE 4. "DISTRICT REGULATIONS," SECTION 4.20, "APPLICATION OF REGULATIONS" TO REVISE THE "SCHEDULE OF USE REGULATIONS" TO INCLUDE THE RESIDENTIAL OFFICE (RO) DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-021. Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised Residential Office is being used in other cities with some success where people have converted existing homes into small offices. We have a situation on Sheridan Street where the zoning allows single family homes; this provides an option to demolish or convert an existing home into an office. It creates lesser pervious area and setback requirements because these properties are very small and this would provide an incentive. He indicated there could be an issue because we normally require a wall or fence to be installed along the rear property line next to the alley; this would prevent people from entering off Sheridan Street and exiting in the alley. He suggested this because we have worked to establish CPTED standards in this community and if we start making it easy for people to get into the community by cutting through an office building parking lot we are not serving the goal. Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Jimmy Crimminger, owns property at 237 and 243 SW 15th Street and his property abuts the alleys along the thoroughfare. He does not object to the kind of businesses the City is looking for, but is concerned about the access to the businesses. Derrick Hankerson is concerned because the City partnered with FAU's Cantonese Center to help establish an urban infill redevelopment plan that was accepted by the Commission on April 8, 2004. This area is within that district and this did not come before the Dania Beach Heights Association or Triangle Village. He suggested the Commission should include citizens in this decision, because it is as if the suggestions by citizens are not listened to, and is a waste of their time. Faye Bartelmes, 214 SW 2°d Terrace, likes the idea of a wall or fence behind the property so they cannot go into the alley. Mr. Leeds clarified there is only a five foot landscape buffer required next to the alley because there is also a significant front yard setback requirement because Sheridan Street is designated as a two hundred foot wide traffic way. He read the Ordinance for clarification. He noted while the Commission has the discretion to waive the wall requirement; if BSO does not think it is a good Minutes of Regular Meeting 12 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. idea, it will not happen. He indicated that FDOT would have difficulty denying property owners a curb cut on Sheridan Street. City Attorney Ansbro commented you cannot deny somebody access to their property. Commissioner Bertino is concerned this zoning classification will promulgate strip general office buildings. He also has a problem with curb cuts, because this zoning classification could also be used on Griffin Road and other areas besides Sheridan Street. He indicated historically, those homes have had ingress and egress by the alley for at least 50 years. He would like the fence to be there to protect the neighborhood. Mr. Leeds responded we could make the fence a requirement, but it would still come before the Commission for a variance if someone wanted to remove it. He will check with FDOT to see if they would allow curb cuts. Commissioner Anton remarked the fence is critical; otherwise, it defeats the purpose of CPTED. He does not want a waiver for the fence; he wants it to be a variance procedure that people have to pay for. Mr. Leeds responded he will revise the Ordinance to require a six foot masonry wall. Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Castro closed the Public Hearing. ® Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve Ordinance 92005-021, with the addition of a requirement for a six foot masonry wall, on first reading; seconded by Commissioner Anton. The motion carried on the following 4-1 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea No 9.5 ORDINANCE #2005-022 Withdrawn AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 4, "DISTRICT REGULATIONS," SECTION 4.20, "APPLICATION OF REGULATIONS,"TO REVISE THE"SCHEDULE OF USE REGULATIONS"TO PERMIT THE OPERATION OF SLOT MACHINES AND ANY CONSTRUCTION OR EXPANSION OF ANY PARI- MUTUEL FACILITY AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES IN C-2 DISTRICTS; AMENDING ARTICLE 2, "DEFINITIONS," SECTION 2.10, "DEFINITIONS", TO ADD DEFINITIONS OF THE TERMS "SLOT MACHINE" AND "PARI-MUTUEL FACILITY"; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-022. Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or opposition, she closed the Public Hearing. Minutes of Regular Meeting 13 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to withdraw Ordinance #2005-022; seconded by Commissioner Bertino. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 9.6 ORDINANCE #2005-004 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO CREATE NEW POLICIES APPLICABLE TO THE USE OF LOCAL OPTION FUEL TAX REVENUE IN CONNECTION WITH AN OBJECTIVE OF THE PLAN WHICH ADDRESSES CONSTRUCTION OF CAPITAL FACILITIES; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3184, FLORIDA STATUTES; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING—ADOPTION STAGE) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-004. Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, reported this allows us to use the Gas Tax money for capacity related roadway improvements on local roads; driveway relocation modification, traffic control devices, intersection improvements, traffic calming, improved lighting, or construction of new sidewalks or bike paths. It does not allow for maintenance of roads. Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or opposition, she closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Anton motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-004, on second reading for adoption; seconded by Vice-Mayor Flury. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 9.7 ORDINANCE #2005-024 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO ZONING; AMENDING CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING ARTICLE 6, "SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULATIONS", AMENDING SECTION 6.21, "OFF-STREET PARKING," TO REVISE THE PARKING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL HOUSING, INCLUDING SINGLE-FAMILY AND TWO-FAMILY (DUPLEX) UNITS, MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING (INCLUDING LOFTS, EFFICIENCIES AND STUDIO APARTMENTS),TOWNHOUSES AND ROW HOUSES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-024. Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised this gives the development Minutes of Regular Meeting 14 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. community options; it does not lower any of our current standards. This Ordinance gives the developer an option for a shared parking area for use within the condominium. Single Family Homes would be required to have a greater amount of parking space than currently allowed. The new Ordinance would not allow people to enclose their garages and carports if it reduces their parking spaces to two or less, without getting a variance from the Commission. An option would be to build the addition to the rear of the home and preserve the parking space. He noted we have a lot of small lots in the community and parking is becoming a problem. He noted that pervious area would need to be addressed when expansion is requested. Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or opposition, she closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner McElyea motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-024, on first reading; seconded by Commissioner Bertino. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 10. Commission Comments 10.1 Commissioner Anton Commissioner Anton noted he attended the County Commission meeting today and several items addressed Airport issues. He advised the FAA recently put the County on notice to lift restrictions on the crosswind and south runway. The County Commission voted not to lift the restrictions on the crosswind, but voted to lift the restrictions on the south runway. He noted we have a substantial amount of people who live to the north side of the canal and they currently have a lot of air traffic. He remarked Commissioner Rodstrom fought to limit the number of gates going in, and remarked it is time to cap the amount of gates allowed until they decide what they are going to do. He intends to discuss this with the City Attorney and our Airport Special Counsel to see what our options are and what we can do. 10.2 Commissioner Bertino Commissioner Bertino indicated we are not getting the development we would like to see in the downtown area because of the way we structured our Zoning Ordinances and conducted business; it provides uncertainty for developers. He remarked high-end developers will not spend their money unless they have certainty about what they are buying. He stated the Commission needs to set a definitive height and number of units they will allow so developers know how they can develop properties. Mayor Castro responded this has come up before and is on Community Development's "To Do" list. We spoke about creating a CRA zoning area that would encompass height of buildings, Minutes of Regular Meeting 15 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. impervious areas, green space, and making it more amenable to central urban development. She noted it is a comprehensive undertaking and the department does not have many resources. Commissioner Bertino acknowledged that Community Development would need help, but we are not getting anything done. He indicated interest rates will go up and developers will be pulling away from projects and we will miss a window of opportunity. We have to bite the bullet and give Community Development the resources needed to do the job. Mr. Leeds responded he would bring a proposal for a consultant in the upcoming Budget. He thinks we should be clear on what standards we will impose so everyone understands what will happen downtown. City Manager Pato commented it would not take any money to eliminate the political uncertainty that developers have to confront. He indicated a super majority requirement on height issues creates uncertainty. 10.3 Commissioner McElyea Commissioner McElyea agreed with what Commissioner Bertino said about developers walking away. He remarked who cares how high up they go as long as there is adequate parking. 10.4 Vice-Mayor Flury Vice-Mayor Flury commented Commissioner Bertino made an excellent suggestion, but it is not what discouraged developers. She indicated the project would have moved forward had the developer known he would have four votes on the Commission. She asked the Commission for consensus to develop an Ordinance to prohibit the tethering of dogs. She suggested the City Attorney survey other cities and get their Ordinances so we can move forward. The Commission gave consensus to move forward on the Ordinance. Loretta Murray noted she has information on all Tethering Ordinances in the United States, and she will provide copies to the City Attorney. City Attorney Ansbro remarked it is very simple to write the Ordinance, but what does the Commission want in it. The Commission gave consensus for a twenty four hour ban on tethering. Vice-Mayor Flury commented residents in the Dania Heights Association obtained a $10,000 grant to develop a Community Park. She noted they would like to name it the Dania Beach Star Centennial Park. Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to name the park the Dania Beach Star Centennial Park; seconded by Commissioner Bertino. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Minutes of Regular Meeting 16 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes 10.5 Mayor Castro Mayor Castro thanked Commissioner Anton for his leadership on the Airport issue. She advised the City received notice that we received the Clean Beaches Council 2005-2006 Blue Wave Destination Certificate for our Beach. She indicated the City Manager suggested creating a second century time capsule, and asked the City Manager and staff to look into it. She noted we received notice from FDOT of a railroad track closure at Stirling Road and SW 2nd Street on Saturday, June 18th through Tuesday, June 21 st. She commented she wants to be involved in the Neighborhood Improvements Advisory Board from the start up, and she hopes a meeting will be scheduled after the appointments are made. This Board does have a time deadline and will be a working Board, and not just meeting once a month at City Hall. She indicated we were looking into having the appropriate staff liaison and support needed from City and staff. 11. Discussion and Possible Action Discussed after Citizen Comments Item #11.1 was discussed after Item #11.3. 11.1 Bus Bench Agreement and Bus Shelter Proposal—City Attorney ® City Attorney Ansbro advised the current vendor of bus benches, Martin Outdoor Media, has requested removing the condition for green and white benches, which was requested by former Commissioner Mikes, because it is hurting his business. He is also asking for a five year extension to the contract, which expires in the fall. The company proposes to pay $1,200 for the first year, and then a CPI adjustment or 5%max, whichever is less. Commissioners Bertino and Anton were agreeable to eliminating the color restriction, and wanted the City Manager to get the best deal possible for the City for the next five years. Vice-Mayor Flury commented the bench and the advertisement should be green, but the logo can be whatever the color structure is for the company. Mayor Castro commented she likes color, she agrees the bench should be a standard color, but bench advertising should be in color. She probably would not favor the five year contract without going out to bid. She does not have a problem extending the contract because of the fact that they had to operate with green and white and deserve the opportunity to try again. City Manager Pato stated he has the direction he needs. City Attorney Ansbro commented years ago, Eller Media contracted with the City to install 30 Bus Shelters throughout the City. He indicated Clear Channel, who succeeded Eller Media, and • Street Furniture, have approached the City Manager to place shelters throughout the City. He Minutes of Regular Meeting 17 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • suggested seeking letters of interest from both companies and bringing the proposals to the Commission. Vice-Mayor Flury wants to know where the shelters would be located; she does not want them to be housing for the homeless. City Manager Pato commented he would solicit input from BSO for locations and safety concerns they may have. Commissioner Bertino commented the shelters should have armrests in individual seats to discourage homeless people from using them as shelters. 11.2 Clarification of City Commission Intent: Provision of Health Insurance to Survivors of Deceased Employees —City Attorney City Attorney Ansbro remarked this pertains to General Employees. He questioned what the City's intent was for providing health benefits to the surviving spouse or dependents of deceased retirees. He noted there is also the question of whether they would receive the subsidy that is built into the General Employees Plan. He advised the provision is clearly addressed in the Firefighter's Pension Plan, but not in the General Employees Plan. He indicated State Law says if you give health insurance opportunities to employees you have to afford the same to retirees; however, it does not say the City has to pay for it. • Commissioner Anton thinks we have an obligation, but does not want to interfere with Collective Bargaining issues or Pension Plans. He indicated if they get a Pension Benefit, they should get a Health Insurance subsidy. Vice-Mayor Flury remarked very few companies include health insurance as an option. She clarified that benefits generally go until age 65 when Medicare kicks in. Chuck Cook, General Employees Pension Board Representative, advised insurance is primary until age 65, then the premium goes down and the City's health insurance becomes secondary to Medicare. The employee pays a reduced amount (1/3); and the City pays 2/3 of the cost at a reduced amount for the employee and dependents. He noted their attorney indicated State Law requires the City to offer the insurance to retirees and their dependents each year, but it does not address who should pay the premiums. Today's question is who pays for the benefit; the Pension Ordinance is clear about retirees but does not address survivors. City Attorney Ansbro remarked he has no idea what the financial impact would be, and it should be studied before making a decision. However, we do have a situation that needs to be addressed. Vice-Mayor Flury would be very hesitant to make any suggestions until we have some idea of what we are talking about. • Minutes of Regular Meeting 18 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • Mary McDonald, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management, commented the City's contribution toward the employee premium is not negotiated in the Union Ccontract or City Ordinance. Commissioner Bertino thinks the City should take care of the people who retired and their families. He would like to look at the economic impact. He questioned if we could legally pay this while we study it. City Attorney Ansbro commented we could allow this particular person to participate, but warn them that it may be taken away and they may have to pay it back. Vice-Mayor Flury remarked Commissioner Bertino is a twenty seven year member of the Retirement Plan and should recuse himself from this discussion. She would like a better idea of what we are talking about. Commissioner Anton motioned to pay the person for 30-60 days until we decide what to do; seconded by Commissioner McElyea. Commissioner Bertino asked the City Attorney to make a determination on whether any Commissioner that is in the Pension Plan has to recuse himself from voting on this. City Manager Pato remarked we understand the direction given by the Commission, however this is not an HR issue; this is a Pension issue. Commissioner Anton amended his motion to have the City Attorney approach the Pension Board and get this satisfied through the Pension Board, and come back with some data that will explain the costs, and that the City Manager have the Duman Resource Director work with the City Attorney and the Pension Board to see what they can come up with and bring that data back to the Commission; seconded by Commissioner McElyea. Mayor Castro clarified that the survivor would not have to repay the City if we change direction. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes Item #7, Consent Agenda, was discussed after Item #11.2. Addendum Item #11.3 was discussed after Citizen Comments 11.3 T.I.M.E. 4 KIDS Funding Commissioner Anton remarked a five year $1.5M Grant was awarded by the State to help • children with educational and recreational programs. Our problem is the City is fronting the Minutes of Regular Meeting 19 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • money for the grant and is being reimbursed by the State with a time lapse of 6-8 weeks. He noted sometimes the cost is substantial. He indicated the City Manager and Finance Director have been working with the program, but the City Attorney advised Commission approval was needed to front the money. He asked the Commission to authorize City staff to continue to pay the bills knowing we would eventually receive the money. Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve fronting the payment of the T.I.M.E. 4 KIDS program; seconded by Commissioner Bertino. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes Commissioner McElyea Yes Item #11.1 was discussed after Item #11.3. 12. Appointments 12.1 Airport Advisory Board (15 Members—3 per Commissioner—2 Year Term) Commissioner Bertino—2 appointments Commissioner McElyea— 1 appointment . 12.2 General Employees Pension Board Pat Rafacz' term expires on June 22, 2005 Vice-Mayor Flury reappointed Pat Rafacz to the General Employees Pension Board. 12.3 Human Relations Board (10 Members —2 per Commissioner—2 Year Term) Commissioner McElyea— 1 appointment Mayor Castro— 1 appointment 12.4 I.T. Parker Community Advisory Board (5 Members — 1 per Commissioner— 2 Year Term— 1 Alternate) 1 Alternate position 12.5 Neijzhborhood Improvements Advisory Board (15 Members — 3 per Commissioner — 1 Year Term) Commissioner Anton— 3 appointments Commissioner Bertino—3 appointments Commissioner McElyea— 3 appointments Vice-Mayor Flury—3 appointments Mayor Castro— 3 appointments Commissioner Anton appointed: Bonnie Mills, Pat Tyra, and Brenda Blackmon. • Minutes of Regular Meeting 20 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • Commissioner Bertino appointed: Chris Burrell, Myrtle Corbin, and Jay Field. Commissioner McElyea appointed: Kurt Ely, Derrick Hankerson, and Cari Kresa. Mayor Castro appointed: Keith Capone. 12.6 Nuisance Abatement Board (5 Regular and 2 Alternate Members — I per Commissioner—Alternates by entire Commission—2 Year Term) 2 Alternate positions 12.7 Parks, Recreation and Community Affairs Advisory Board (10 Members — 2 per Commissioner—2 Year Term) Commissioner McElyea— 1 appointment 12.8 Unsafe Structures Board (9 Members) I Citizen with experience and background in the field of social problems Commissioner Bertino motioned to approve the Board appointments; seconded by Commissioner Anton. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes • Commissioner McElyea Yes 13. Administrative Reports 13.1 City Manager City Manager Pato advised the tentatively scheduled Shade Meeting was not needed because the Fire Union agreed to a re-opener on the Health Insurance Plan and not make it subject to Binding Arbitration if they did not like it. He complimented the Fire Union Representatives for signaling their desire to move forward to resolve the remaining issues. Fire Chief Ken Land requested clarification on the Fire Station Plat. He sensed there was reluctance by the Commission because they did not think it was the right location. He does not want to continue spending time and money if the Commission does not want to move forward. He indicated the citizens are resigned to the fact that this is the area where the station will be located. Vice-Mayor Flury remarked we have her support. We spent $35,000 for an extensive study that indicated there may be one better location only one block away. She is supportive of moving forward on the designated site. Commissioner Anton remarked the voters have approved the referendum and we need to move ® forward with building a Fire Station. He has concerns about the specific site, but the Station is Minutes of Regular Meeting 21 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m. • long overdue. He supports the idea of putting a Fire Station out west, but needs more convincing this is the right site. City Manager Pato indicated we would continue to move forward; if a better site comes along we will bring it forward. 13.2 City Attorney City Attorney Ansbro had no additional comments. 13.3 City Clerk—Reminders City Clerk Stilson reported it is getting difficult to get someone to attend the Commission meetings to perform the invocation. She asked if the Commission would consider a moment of silence as opposed to an invocation at the Commission meetings. Commission consensus was for the Clerk to continue to try to find someone to perform the invocation. If no one is available, the Mayor will find someone to perform the invocation or she will do it herself. Thursday, June 16, 2005 — 7:00 p.m. — Town Hall Meeting with Senator Steve Geller and Representative Tim Ryan—Commission Chamber at City Hall Tuesday, June 28, 2005 —7:00 p.m. —Regular Commission Meeting • Tuesday, July 12, 2005 —Regular Commission Meeting Cancelled Thursday, July 21, 2005 —6:00 p.m. —Abatement Hearing Tuesday, July 26, 2005 — 7:00 p.m. —Regular Commission Meeting Wednesday, July 27, 2005 and Thursday, July 28, 2005 —Budget Workshop Dates 14. Adjournment Mayor Castro adjourned the meeting at 10:14 p.m. CITY OF DA/N�IA' BEACH \' AT—EST: ANNE CASTRO MAYOR-COMMISSIONER LOUISE STILSON CITY CLERK Approved: June 28, 2005 • Minutes of Regular Meeting 22 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,June 14,2005—7:00 p.m.