HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-06-28 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2005 - 7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Castro called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Castro 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
City Manager Pato introduced Dominic Orlando, the new Public Services Director. Mr. Orlando
has 30 years of engineering experience and is a P.E. licensed in the states of South Carolina,
New York and Florida.
City Manager Pato commented on the article in the June 241h Sun Sentinel concerning a Supreme
Court decision on Eminent Domain and some rights that will be affected by this decision. For
the record, he clarified that he did not express joy over the ruling. He indicated he never spoke
to the people who wrote the story; he did say that the City would only use Eminent Domain as a
last resort and that he hoped the City would never have to use it. He further said that unless we
expand the City's tax base and improve our ad valorem tax base, our residents are facing rising
taxes on their property. On a personal note he commented as a citizen of this country, he could
find nothing more offensive than to have someone take his personal property for somebody
else's private gain. He thinks it is un-American and they would have to fight him all the way to
the graveyard if somebody tried to do that to his house.
4. Presentations and Special Event Approvals
4.1 July 4th Celebration—Kristen Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation
Kristen Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation, reminded everyone of the 41h of July celebration
to be held on Saturday, July 2, 2005 from noon until 9:00 p.m. She complimented her
management team, Connie Falzone, Frank Crandon, and the Commission for their support on
this event.
Shane LeMar, Event Producer, advised the Commission of the performers for the event and the
spectacular fireworks display. Speaking as a representative for the Chamber of Commerce, he
commended the Commission for celebrating Americans, as well as America, on the 4`h of July.
He noted that last year the City presented a Key to the City to former City resident Eddie
Cornelius, of Cornelius Brother and Sister Rose, which was the high point of his career. This
year we, and other cities, are supporting and honoring returning members of the Armed Forces.
Mayor Castro commended Kristen Jones and the Parks and Recreation Department for all the
work they do.
4.2 Presentation to Frank Crandon for Outstanding Contributor, 2005 —Mary McDonald,
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management
Larry Leeds, Director of Community Development, presented a plaque to Frank Crandon, Chief
Electrical Inspector, for his outstanding work for the City. Mr. Crandon has been with the City
for five years and has been an invaluable asset during hurricanes and storms. He has also helped
the Public Services Department with their electrical issues, and in maintaining the electrical
infrastructure of our public facilities.
Frank Crandon commented he handles the Electrical Department on his own, and thanked
Connie Falzone for recommending him for this award.
Commissioner McElyea commented Mr. Crandon is the best Electrical Inspector we have had in
years.
4.3 Presentation of "Blue Wave Award" by the Fire-Rescue and Marine Safety
Department
Javier Canut, Marine Safety Lieutenant, discussed the award they received from the Clean
Beaches Council and what they represent. The Blue Wave Award is America's first national
environmental beach certification program which is a voluntary annual certification program
judging two classes of applicant beaches, rural and resort. He noted all the rescues and training
they performed last year. Dania Beach has won this award every year since 1999. The award is
a concerted effort of the Public Services Department and Fire Rescue and Marine Safety.
Mayor Castro noted the article in the newspaper indicated that cities pay for this award. She
assured the residents of Dania Beach that the City of does not pay for this award.
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4.4 Special request by Keith O'Brien to remove two existing Black Olive trees located in
the front yard of 4520 SW 30th Way (private property) - Community Development
Director
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised the Zoning Code provides the
Commission with the authority to approve removal of any hardwood tree that is over eighteen
inches in caliper, regardless of species. He noted both trees are over eighteen inches in caliper,
and our Tree Consultant has no objection and recommended replacement with a Live Oak
measuring sixteen feet in height, three inches in caliper; and a second flowering tree to be
determined by her, to be planted within sixty days.
Mr. O'Brien was present and agreed to the recommendation.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to approve the request of Keith O'Brien to remove two
Black Olive 'frees; 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
5. Proclamations
5.1 Dan Marino Foundation Day
Mayor Castro read the Proclamation for Dan Marino Foundation Day. She noted the Fire
Fighter's 1Oth Annual Dolphin Derby benefits the Dan Marino Foundation. She advised the
proclamation and a Key to the City would be presented during the Derby. She thanked Christy
Blocker of the Fire Department for writing the proclamation, and Tim Quigley, Dania Beach
Firefigher, for all his help on this event.
6. Citizen Comments
Kim Lasky-Mascola, 1118 SE 5th Court, Dania Beach, commented she owns a Bassett Hound
who enjoys both indoors and outdoors. She noted she is restricted in her movement and cannot
walk him as much as he needs, and does not think she should be punished for having her dog
outside under supervision. She commented the Sheridan Ocean Club has a situation with a
thirteen foot crocodile and they have not been able to get it removed. She asked the Commission
to take these issues into consideration when voting on the Ordinance.
Mayor Castro clarified the Ordinance does not apply to dogs that are attended while they are
tied. She asked the City Manager to contact someone to remove the crocodile.
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. Rae Sandler, President of the Melaleuca Gardens Homeowners Association, spoke regarding the
Supreme Court's Eminent Domain decision. She asked the Commission what they would do to
protect the citizens from this ruling. She indicated no one in Dania is immune to redevelopment
or having their property taken. She asked the Commission to insure that this Commission, as
well as future Commissions, did not have a free hand to abuse Eminent Domain.
Lisa Young, Chairperson of the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, advised Dania Beach
raised over $30,000 during its first year. Thursday, July 301" will be the First Annual Awards
Recognition Ceremony and the 2nd Annual Relay for Life Kickoff at Three's Company
beginning at 6:30 p.m. She invited the Commission and the community to attend the celebration.
Paolo, owner of Three's Company, commented he is in favor of the Pier Restaurant. He
indicated it would be good for the City because it would attract people and other businesses.
7. Consent Agenda
Items removed from Consent Agenda: #7.4 and#7.7.
7.1 Minutes:
Approve minutes for CIP Workshop of June 9, 2005
Approve minutes for Regular Meeting of June 14, 2005
7.2 Travel Requests:
Travel request of Aaron Guest, Javier Carvajal, Monica Marzullo and Kenci Saintil, Fire
Department, to attend Advanced Life Support Team Competition in Orlando, Florida, from July
5-7, 2005. (Estimated cost $1,278)
Resolutions
7.3 RESOLUTION #2005-092
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A WORK ORDER AGREEMENT WITH
CALVIN, GIORDANO AND ASSOCIATES FOR THE CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OF STORMWATER
IMPROVEMENTS TO ADDRESS FLOODING IN SOUTHEAST DANIA BEACH WITH TIE-INS TO THE
FUTURE LINEAR PARK ON SE 5TH AVE AND FDOT PLANS ON US 1; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS,
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
7.4 RESOLUTION #2005-097
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A WORK ORDER AGREEMENT WITH GERHARDT M. WITT AND
ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR THE INSTALLATION OF MONITORING WELLS IN THE CITY'S WELLFIELD TO
MONITOR WATER QUALITY CHANGES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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. City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2005-097.
Commissioner Bertino questioned if this was put out to bid.
Fred Bloetscher advised Gerhardt Witt and Associates is a Hydro-Geo Firm the City has used in
the past for its water quality issues. We received a letter from.the Water Management District
who wanted an immediate response to some problems in the wellfield; therefore, we asked them
to perform the work.
Commissioner Bertino noted we have a well driller in the City of Dania Beach who has been
drilling wells for a long time and has done a lot of positive things for the City. His name is Bill
Brook, and he does an excellent job and is known as an expert in well drilling. He questioned
why we didn't use somebody that lives in our City and pays taxes.
Mr. Bloetscher responded the real issue is the Geologist involved in the project is in West Palm
Beach and needs to supervise it. We are not just looking at a well driller, this is a hydro-
geological company with P.G. that is going to sign and seal a set of drawings. He will ask Mr.
Witt to investigate Mr. Brook's capabilities. He indicated the type of drilling necessary is
reverse air drilling, and he is fairly certain that Mr. Brook cannot do this.
Commissioner Bertino motioned to approve Resolution #2005-097, with the understanding
that Mr. Brook will be given an opportunity to do the drilling of the wells; seconded by
Vice-Mayor Flury. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
rCommissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
7.5 RESOLUTION #2005-098
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE NEGOTIATION OF A
LOAN IN AN AGGREGATE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $6.8 MILLION FROM THE FLORIDA
MUNICIPAL LOAN COUNCIL; APPROVING THE FORM OF AND THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF
A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA MUNICIPAL LOAN COUNCIL; APPROVING THE
EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A BOND PURCHASE CONTRACT; APPROVING THE EXECUTION
AND DELIVERY OF A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT; PROVIDING CERTAIN OTHER
MATTERS IN CONNECTION WITH THE MAKING OF SUCH LOAN, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
7.6 RESOLUTION#2005-102
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPOINTING
THE LAW FIRM OF MOSKOWITZ, MANDELL, SALIM & SIMOWITZ, P.A., AS SPECIAL COUNSEL TO
THE DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO PERFORM CERTAIN SERVICES;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• 7.7 RESOLUTION#2005-103
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY
OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE BUS BENCH ADVERTISING CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND MARTIN OUTDOOR MEDIA, INC. TO PROVIDE FOR AN EXTENSION OF
THE LENGTH OF THE TERM, AN INCREASE IN THE PAYMENTS MADE TO THE CITY AND TO REVISE
THE ADVERTISING RESTRICTIONS PERTAINING TO PERMITTED ADVERTISING COLORS;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2005-103.
Commissioner Bertino asked if we had an agreement or contract for bus shelters.
City Manager Pato responded we do not. He does not believe Martin Outdoor Media does bus
shelters, and he is not close to dealing with this issue. When he is, he will review all options.
Scott Martin, Martin Outdoor Media, noted they have one contract for bus shelters in North
Miami Beach, but they generally concentrate on bus bench advertising. They are capable of
providing bus shelters, but they generally try to concentrate on bus benches.
Commissioner Bertino motioned to approve Resolution #2005-103; 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)
7.8 ORDINANCE #2005-018
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,AMENDING CHAPTER 13,"HEALTH AND
SANITATION", ARTICLE II, "SANITARY NUISANCES", DIVISION 1, "GENERALLY", SECTION 13-32,
CURRENTLY ENTITLED "RESPONSIBILITY OF OWNERS TO MAINTAIN VACANT PROPERTY", TO
CLARIFY THE RESPONSIBILITY OF OWNERS TO MAINTAIN BOTH IMPROVED AND VACANT
PROPERTY AND TO REVISE THE CHARGES IMPOSED BY THE CITY FOR CLEARING OF IMPROVED
PROPERTY AND VACANT LOTS WHEN PROPERTY OWNERS FAIL TO DO SO VOLUNTARILY;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
7.9 ORDINANCE #2005-025
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13, "HEALTH AND SANITATION", ARTICLE IV, "GARBAGE
AND TRASH", SECTION 13-74, "GARBAGE COLLECTION BY PRIVATE HAULERS, PERMITS
REQUIRED", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, TO
REQUIRE EMPTY GARBAGE CARTS AND OTHER RECEPTACLES TO BE REMOVED FROM RIGHTS-
OF-WAY AND THE FRONT YARDS OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY BY DUSK ON THE DAY OF
GARBAGE AND TRASH PICK-UP; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
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® 7.10 ORDINANCE#2005-026
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 5 OF THE CITY
CODE OF ORDINANCES ENTITLED, "ANIMALS AND FOWL", SECTION 5-15, ENTITLED "DOGS AT
LARGE PROHIBITED"; TO PROHIBIT THE OUTDOOR TETHERING, TYING OR CHAINING OF DOGS
BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM AND 6:00 PM OF ANY DAY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST
READING)
Commissioner Anton motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Item
#7.4 and Item #7.7; 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
8. Bids and Requests for Proposals
Addendum
8.1 RESOLUTION#2005-104
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY
OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COASTAL CONTRACTING AND DEVELOPMENT
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY PIER RESTAURANT AND BAIT SHOP IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $1,371,480.00, INCLUDING CHANGE ORDER NOT EXCEEDING A TOTAL OF $124,680.00 (10%);
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read title of Resolution#2005-104.
Bonnie Temchuk, Assistant to the City Manager, advised Coastal Contracting and Development
was the lowest bidder in response to the City's RFP. Staff recommends awarding the bid
because of Coastal Contracting and Development's good track record with the City and because
they are the lowest bidder.
Mayor Castro invited public comment.
Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve Resolution #2005-104; seconded by Commissioner
Anton.
Commissioner Bertino asked if we had the funds.
City Manager Pato responded it would require the City to borrow an additional $550,000.
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• Commissioner Bertino noted if we do not proceed with construction our permits will be lost and
we would never be able to build a restaurant on the pier. He is not happy with the additional
$550,000.
Commissioner Anton remarked he is not happy with the additional $550,000 either, but this is a
one shot chance because there will not be any more approvals from the State. He noted it will
take a significant revenue stream from the lessee in order to reimburse the City through the rent
for the costs.
Commissioner McElyea noted he is opposed to the nature of this restaurant, and does not think it
will be successful.
Commissioner Bertino remarked another problem the public should know is that the City entered
into a contract with the restaurant purveyor who has since sold his business, which would leave
the City open to a lawsuit if we did not move forward with the restaurant.
Vice-Mayor Flury remarked no one is happy with the increase in costs; however, costs are rising
on a monthly basis. It is important that in future budgets, we need to have a schedule where we
automatically insert a reasonable percentage of increase throughout the year.
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. Public Hearings and Site Plans
9.1 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
FEES PAYABLE TO THE CITY FOR SUCH SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-017.
Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, she closed the Public Hearing.
Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-017, on second 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
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Commissioner McElyea Yes
Item #9.3 was heard after Item #9.1 to allow Mr. Ron Book an opportunity to arrive and speak
on Item #9.2.
Item #9.2 was heard after Item #9.4.
9.2 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. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-023. He advised of and distributed a
revision which includes a new clause that identifies the recidivism repeat offense rate of people
who have been convicted of these crimes.
Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing.
Ronald Book, 10711 Hawks Vista Street, Plantation, Florida, noted that he appreciated the
. Commission waiting for him to arrive before discussing the Ordinance. He stated this Ordinance
protects the health, welfare and safety of the community, and assures the public of what the
Constitution says. He thanked the Commission for making the community safer for children.
Lauren Book, 10711 Hawks Vista Street, Plantation, Florida, thanked the Commission for the
Ordinance. She noted she was a victim, and felt it was her duty and obligation to thank the
Commission and urge them to continue to protect children in the City of Dania Beach.
Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Castro closed the Public
Hearing.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-023, with revision, on
second 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
Item #9.S was heard after Item #9.2.
Item #9.3 was heard after Item #9.1.
• 9.3 ORDINANCE #2005-021
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0 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. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance 42005-021.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised this zoning district was
requested by the Commission and is designed for areas along major roads that were previously
utilized for homes and apartments. The Ordinance has been changed since the first reading to
require a solid six foot masonry wall along the entire length of the property line that abuts the
alley.
Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing.
Jimmy Crimminger, 137-245 SW 15t' Street, Dania Beach, commented the wall would be
acceptable to those who would be living behind these businesses. He questioned if landscaping
along Sheridan Street could be continued all the way to I-95 so that it would be as beautiful as
Federal Highway to the beaches.
• Teddy Bohanan commented if we do this to Sheridan Street, please do not let it develop into a
hodgepodge of offices.
Faye Bartelmes, 214 SW 2nd Terrace, Dania Beach, told the Commission to look behind the
Family Dollar store to see what it would look like if a wall was not installed.
Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Castro closed the Public
Hearing.
Commissioner Bertino clarified the Ordinance provides for a wall. He questioned if the wall
could be waived by the Commission.
City Attorney Ansbro responded a wall could be waived by the Commission by the variance
process.
Mr. Leeds commented it is a policy decision for the Commission to decide. He pointed out there
are two homes under construction and are not required to have a wall because they are under the
current zoning and are Single Family Homes. He indicated the Commission may want the option
of granting a variance in the future and should leave the option in the Ordinance.
Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-021, on second reading; seconded
• by Commissioner McElyea. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
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• Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
9.4 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. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-024.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised he just received information
from the Public Services Director on alternative surfaces that can be used for Single Family
Homes that allows drainage. He suggested the Commission approve the Ordinance subject to the
provision that for Single Family Homes, an alternative pavement treatment could be approved by
the Public Services Director.
Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing.
® Bob Mikes suggested a variance requirement for the pervious area; otherwise developers would
try to install additional parking.
Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Castro closed the Public
Hearing.
Commissioner Anton commented he has received many complaints throughout the City about
parking problems. He noted this would be advantageous to the City and the homeowners
because it would keep their property values up. He does not have a problem with pavers as long
as it is controlled.
Mr. Leeds responded pavers would only be allowed for Single Family Homes; not apartments,
townhouses, or any commercial uses.
Commissioner Anton asked if we could limit this to existing homes versus new homes so that
developers do not have the option without going through a variance.
Mr. Leeds responded yes, and indicated he thought it was a good idea.
Commissioner Anton motioned to approve Ordinance 42005-024, with the amendment for
the allowance and the permission to use the pervious parking materials for existing Single
• Family Homes, with the approval of the Public Services Director, on second reading;
seconded by Vice-Mayor Flury. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote:
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• Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner Bertino Yes Mayor Castro Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
Item #9.2 was heard after Item #9.4.
Item #9.S was heard after Item #9.2.
9.5 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
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. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-019,
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised most current development is
• comprised of small infill parcels, and our current Zoning Code is not set up to address those
types of properties. 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, and 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 Bertino motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-019, on second reading;
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
9.6 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. (SECOND READING)
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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 this is intended to deal with the situation of
pools and pool patios that take up the entire rear yard and leave no perimeter areas for drainage.
Home Offices are currently permitted in residential areas as a Home Occupation; this adds
additional conditions so they do not involve into something more intense.
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 questioned if the homeowner right to go out ten percent on waterfront
properties with a canal would be considered part of the five foot range.
Mr. Leeds responded the Code currently only allows five feet of pavement from the bulkhead
line; the rest has to be grass or landscaping. This will inhibit the size of the pool and the pool
enclosure because this means the pool patio has to be set back five feet. If you want to create an
exception for canal lots it could be added as a provision.
Commissioner Bertino remarked pools increase property values and the tax base. He would like
to see a provision for large pools for canal homes.
Mr. Leeds responded the suggestion is appropriate; but our biggest problem with drainage is
when we have homeowners whose rear yards abut other properties.
Commissioner Bertino motioned to approve Ordinance#2005-020,with an exception for lot
lines that abut a canal or waterway, on second 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
City Attorney Ansbro advised the remainder of the Public Hearings were quasi-judicial matters
and swore in all who would speak. He asked the Commission to disclose if they had been
approached by anyone.
9.7 RESOLUTION#2005-099
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST BY LEONID
SHUTOV, OWNER OF GOLDEN KEY PLAZA, INC., FROM CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", ARTICLE 28,
"SIGNS", FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 801-833 SOUTH FEDERAL HIGHWAY, DANIA
BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2005-099.
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Corinne Church, City Planner, noted the applicant was not present and requested a continuance
until Tuesday, July 26, 2005.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to continue Resolution #2005-099 until Tuesday, July 26,
2005, at 7:00 p.m.; seconded by Vice-Mayor Flury. The motion carried on the following 4-
0 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Flury Yes
Commissioner Bertino Out of the room Mayor Castro Yes
Commissioner McElyea Yes
9.8 RESOLUTION #2005-100
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST SUBMITTED
BY THE LAW FIRM OF BILZIN, SUMBERG, BAENA, PRICE & AXELROD, LLP. ON BEHALF OF THE
PROPERTY OWNER, REGIONS FINANCIAL CORPORATION, FROM CHAPTER 28, "ZONING", ARTICLE
28, "SIGNS", FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 499 SHERIDAN STREET, DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2005-100.
Carter McDowell advised Union Planters and Region Bank merged together and need to change
the signs on the building. Currently the signs are on three sides of the building, east, west and
south. The new signs would be smaller than what is currently installed on the building. He
indicated staff recommends approval of the east and west signs only. He noted the south sign is
important because the trees along the roadway are large and the signs are not seen unless
someone stops at the light. He asked the Commission to consider approval of all three signs.
Corinne Church, City Planner, noted the building is currently zoned commercial with multiple
tenants. The request if for three signs and City Code allows two; each sign is fifty-four square
feet and City Code allows forty-four square feet on the south elevation, and twenty-three and a
half square feet on the east side; no signage is allowed on the west side. She noted the applicant
is also permitted a thirty-six square foot monument sign which will be located on Sheridan Street
and has received a Building Permit. Staff recommends approval of the east and west signs
because they would be seen by motorists; in addition, staff is requesting that the variance be
limited strictly to the business name, size, design, sign and color as proposed by the application
and that the variance is not transferable to another business.
Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, she closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Bertino commented the signs are considerably smaller than the current signs, and
a building of this nature and location is a gateway to our City and would probably be used as a
landmark for people. He does not see a problem with the three small signs.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to approve Resolution #2005-100, for all three signs;
seconded by Vice-Mayor Flury.
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Vice-Mayor Flury commented it would be nice if the monument sign were similar to the
Walgreen's sign across the street.
Mr. McDowell responded they would be willing to consider the request for the smaller
monument sign provided it has not already been manufactured and expense incurred.
Commissioner Bertino requested "City of Dania Beach" be located somewhere on the monument
sign.
Mr. McDowell would have to check with his clients.
Mr. Leeds remarked the total sign area allowed by Code is thirty-six square feet; the sign is six
feet by six feet. He indicated if different tenants are on the sign there would not be much room,
so the Dania Beach sign would have to be on the pedestal base which is probably the first two or
three feet above the ground.
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
9.9 RESOLUTION#2005-101
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN REQUEST
SUBMITTED BY BONNIE MISKEL, ESQ., WITH THE LAW FIRM OF RUDEN, MCCLOSKY, SMITH,
SCHUSTER & RUSSELL, P.A. AND ISRAEL KUSHNIR OF I. KUSHNIR INVESTMENTS, ON BEHALF OF
PROPERTY OWNER LEONARD STOLAR, TRUSTEE, FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 109
SW PARK STREET, DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2005-101.
Bonnie Miskel, representing the owner and developer, clarified the property is no longer owned
by Leonard Stolar, but is owned by R. M. Works, Inc.
Ralph Choeff, Architect, represents I. Kushnir Investments, advised this is 112 luxury apartments
on ten stories; the first three stories consist of 236 parking spaces; the building is designed in the
Mediterranean style to follow the CRA Plan Guidelines; the building also includes a pool deck,
recreational facilities, business office, valet parking and a gym. He noted he concurs with all of
staff s conditions.
Corinne Church, City Planner, advised the property is located next to City Hall and the
Commission previously granted an exception for ten stories consisting of three parking levels
and seven levels of residential units. Fire flow requirements must be met before the building can
fbe occupied or combustible materials introduced. She noted it would be a large building, 400'
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on the first three levels, and 300' on the top seven levels. Staff recommends approval subject to
conditions identified in the exhibit; and they would like to add an additional condition for a color
building elevation.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised they want color elevations for all
four building sides to insure there is no misunderstanding of what the Commission approved. He
mentioned Fred Bloetscher, the City's Consulting Civil Engineer, and the Fire Marshall have
signed off on the letter from Attorney Bonnie Miskel on the issue of providing water service to
the building. He noted the City would proceed with the construction and expansion of its water
system, so that by the time the developer wants to add combustible materials and occupy the
building, the water pressure would be available. He noted there are two conditions the applicant
has agreed to which involve the payment of Park Impact Fees of$537,600, and Student Impact
Fee to the County in excess of$200,000, which must be paid before a permit is issued.
Mr. Choeff commented they have a color elevation of the building and will submit it to the City.
Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing.
Steve Casper commented he owns the property across the street and hopefully the Commission
will approve the request.
Bob Mikes, 835 NW 13th Street, questioned the density approved on the project.
Mr. Leeds responded 60 units per acre.
Mr. Mikes commented the project has improved but he is concerned that people will approach us
and want more density on other projects. He is also concerned about developers giving us the
same quality of products they would bring to other cities. He is concerned this will not be an
owner occupied building and will not be competitive with other condominium projects in
neighboring cities that have more scenic views. He remarked Kushnir does not have track record
for projects. He asked the City Attorney to nail down that this cannot be a rental project.
Tamara Wall, downtown property owner, commented she and her family own many buildings
and have been waiting for something to happen downtown. She thinks we need people to live
downtown and shop and bring life to downtown.
Teddy Bohanan, 212 SW 151h Street, thinks we need something upscale in the community and
agrees it should not be a rental property.
Mayor Castro asked the cost of the units.
Ms. Miskel responded $400,000 starting cost.
Vice-Mayor Flury remarked it would not be rental property at that price. She thinks this is a
good project and location, and is architecturally appealing.
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. Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Castro closed the Public
Hearing.
Ms. Miskel indicated they have agreed to the language proposed by staff that the units would be
sold as condominiums, not rentals.
Mr. Leeds commented they have two restrictions: one that the property has to be deed restricted,
to voluntarily limit the use of the parcel to a condominium; and second, the applicant has to file
condominium documents that disclose how these units, if they are to be rented, shall be limited
to one tenant per year, regardless of duration or lease.
Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve Resolution #2005-101, with the conditions, as
outlined; 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
9.10 ORDINANCE #2005-028
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, WITH THE CITY COMMISSION ACTING
AS A CITY HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD, DESIGNATING THE CRUDUP-HANSEN HOUSE
• LOCATED AT 38 S.W. 5TH STREET, ART J. RYAN HOUSE, 215 SW 6 STREET, PRIVATE RESIDENCE AT
101 SE 2 STREET, C.M. PHILLIPS RESIDENCE, 802 SW 2 AVENUE OCEAN WATERWAY MOBILE HOME
PARK OFFICE BUILDING, 1500 WEST GRIFFIN ROAD,EUREKA MASONIC LODGE,269 F.A. M., 101 SE 1
AVENUE, AND THE A. E. ANDERSON HOUSE, 323 SW 1 AVENUE IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH AS
HISTORIC BUILDINGS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2005-028.
Mayor Castro disclosed she received e-mails with Ann Page regarding her property.
Laurence Leeds, Director of Community Development, noted six sites are presented by staff, and
one by the property owner. He noted staff recommends approval of all seven sites. He advised
all homeowners would be notified before the second public hearing. He noted this is a local
designation and not a national designation.
Commissioner McElyea gave the history of the properties designated for historical recognition.
Mayor Castro opened the Public Hearing.
Derrick Hankerson, 746 SW 3rd Street, Dania Beach, is concerned the local historic designation
does not include properties are from the African-American community in the western section.
He indicated two properties would be of interest: the St. Ruth Missionary Baptist Church, and a
brick home on SW 8' Street.
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• Mr. Leeds asked Mr. Hankerson to provide the addresses so he could contact Broward County
for information.
Seeing as there was no one else to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Castro closed the Public
Hearing.
Commissioner McElyea motioned to approve Ordinance #2005-028, 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
Mayor Castro asked Brenda Chalifour for an update on today's County Commission meeting.
Brenda Chalifour, City Attorney on Airport matters, updated the Commission on the FAA's
letter to the County advising the County they were going to lift the restrictions that currently
exist on both the diagonal runway (1331) and the south runway. She noted when the restriction
is lifted on the south runway, turbo jets could be placed there. She indicated this is a voluntary
program and the FAA is relying on the fact that it is voluntary, and they are saying they have the
right to lift those restrictions. The County realized if the FAA lifts these restrictions they are
violating a County Ordinance. A motion was made to enforce the Ordinance, and the County
Attorney was instructed to move forward and do everything humanly possible within the
boundaries of the Ordinance, beginning with a stay of any actions by the FAA until we resolve
these issues. She indicated we should not see turbo jets on the south runway or 1331. She noted
a press conference was held with representatives from every community surrounding the airport
saying nobody should be suffering. She commented Ft. Lauderdale was moving forward to bring
an action or intervene with this one. She stressed the importance of maintaining a cohesive
group with the affected cities.
10. Commission Comments
10.1 Commissioner Anton
Commissioner Anton thanked Brenda Chalifour for the amount of hours she spent at the County
Commission meeting. He indicated the press seems more sympathetic toward the cause than
they have in the past.
He expressed his condolences to the family of Merita Mitchell on the passing of her husband.
He thanked staff for the recent Ordinances, especially the one on overgrown property. He asked
the City Manager to check with FDOT about cleaning the storm drains on Griffin Road. He
complimented staff on the upgrades to the atrium. Getting back to the Airport issue, he asked the
City Attorney to look into run-ups of an MD80, which is the old two engine jet in the back,
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which are being done at night. He advised he would be out of town beginning tomorrow through
July 7th
10.2 Commissioner Bertino
Commissioner Bertino expressed his sympathy to the family of Merita Mitchell.
He indicated we have a problem with a crocodile in the lake on 5tn Avenue at Sheridan Ocean
Club, which is located on private property. He noted the State will not relocate it because they
cannot transfer it to a natural habitat.
He commented on the problem with the lights on Federal Highway and asked the City Manager
to contact FP&L.
10.3 Commissioner McElyea
Commissioner McElyea had no additional comments.
10.4 Vice-Mayor Flury
Vice-Mayor Flury commented the lights on Federal Highway are off more than they are on. She
wished there were employees within the City that lived here and could see what they see, so that
they would not have to continuously report the outages. She suggested Public Services get an
employee to work evenings so they could try to get the lights on in the City.
10.5 Mayor Castro
Mayor Castro passed her condolences to Merita Mitchell. She commended Rae Sandler for
working with Brenda Chalifour today at the County Commission meeting.
She commented she is impressed with the lot at Griffin Road and Ravenswood, which has been
cleaned up and looks much better. She welcomed Public Services Director Dominic Orlando to
the City, and announced the Neighborhood Advisory Board would meet July 27tn
11. Discussion and Possible Action
11.1 Discussion of vote required for height variances—Commissioner McElyea
Commissioner McElyea commented several people want to develop property in the City, and it
takes four votes to pass a height allowance. He indicated` he does not see the difference in
heights once you pass four stories. He suggested changing the Ordinance to a 3-2 requirement.
Commissioner Bertino commented he is not concerned with the extraordinary vote, but thinks
the reason we are not getting development is because developers do not know what they can get.
He indicated property owners are pricing their property too high because they think they can get
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• the best development. He suggested the City set elevations we would allow, so developers know
exactly what they are buying and can develop. He does not care about the extraordinary vote,
but we need to set a height allowance.
Mayor Castro commented the Commission has been contacted about a workshop and Mr. Leeds
would create some Codes or codify the CRA LAC areas.
Vice-Mayor Flury remarked fourteen stories is fine for Ocean Development, but is not
acceptable for all properties in the City. She does agree we should have a workshop and decide
what heights should be. She commented in talking to developers, that is not necessarily what
they are looking for. She agrees with Commissioner McElyea and would like to see it be just a
majority vote.
Mayor Castro clarified the workshop is not just for height. She agrees with Commissioner
McElyea, and thinks the current Code gives one Commissioner a lot of power over a
development project and she is very concerned about that.
Commissioner Anton agrees with Commissioner McElyea and Mayor Castro and does not have a
problem with a majority vote.
Commissioner Bertino clarified that he wants us to look at the different segments of the City and
establish some type of height and take it out of the political realm.
Vice-Mayor Flury commented Commissioner Bertino's thinking is flawed because the CRA
district calls for six to eight stories, and it is still a political mess.
City Attorney Ansbro advised his research shows the Ordinance was not passed by Referendum,
so it could be changed by a Code amendment.
Bob Mikes commented it was an initiative many years ago and he wrote the petition. The
Commission acted responsibly and passed the initiative and did not send it to referendum. He
hoped the Commission would consider that this was a response to the people of this City.
11.2 Discussion of establishing rules to control portable storage units in the City of Dania
Beach—Commissioner Bertino
Commissioner Bertino commented this is problem we need to address. He indicated portable
storage units (PODS) sit for months in a driveway and decreases the neighborhood and make it
look horrible. He thinks we need to get a handle on it.
City Attorney Ansbro commented he began to research it and will come back with information.
11.3 Discussion of City's contribution to Super Boat Race—City Manager Pato
City Manager Pato commented we are at a crossroad; every attempt we have made to solicit co-
sponsors for this event has failed, except for Commissioner McElyea who agreed to commit
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. $5,000. He indicated the only way to come up with the $50,000 is to take it from Contingency
Funds.
Commissioner Bertino commented the City made the motion they would go along with this. He
thinks we should take the funds from Contingency, if necessary, because this is good publicity
for the City.
Vice-Mayor Flury agrees with Commissioner Bertino; the Commission committed to this several
months ago. She wondered if we could make any money back from sales.
City Manager Pato responded not for this event, but possibly for future events. The $50,000 was
specifically for the production and airing of the event on television. The company is committed
to vendors and it is too far along to undo agreements that have already been made. He asked for
approval for $45,000 from the Contingency Fund. He noted people were supposed to be here
tonight to ask for support for a parade, but they did not show up. He indicated he would
continue to look for an opportunity to get co-sponsors.
Vice-Mayor Flury remarked she would be willing to vote to take the funds from Contingency,
with the understanding that future vendor opportunities belong to the City.
Commissioner Anton recommended the City Manager take up to $45,000 because he thinks we
still have an opportunity to obtain co-sponsors.
® City Manager Pato asked the Commissioners to help in obtaining the sponsorships.
Vice-Mayor Flury motioned to approve the use of Contingency Funds, up to a maximum of
$45,000 for the Super Boat Races with the understanding that in future years sponsorship
opportunities belong to the City; seconded by Commissioner Anton.
Robert Chunn, former City Commissioner, commented it was given to the City and it couldn't
get done; the whole plan was for it to be for the City of Dania Beach, and it was brought to the
City. He indicated it was brought to Vice-Mayor Flury when she chaired the Centennial
Committee. He commented the vendors would pay the City to set up their stands. He will
provide a list of vendors to the City Manager.
City Manager Pato indicated he would work with Mr. Chunn.
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
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• 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 Human Relations Board (10 Members —2 per Commissioner—2 Year Term)
Commissioner McElyea— 1 appointment
Mayor Castro— 1 appointment
12.3 I.T. Parker Community Advisory Board (5 Members — 1 per Commissioner — 2 Year
Term— 1 Alternate)
1 Alternate position
12.4 Neighborhood Improvements Advisory Board (15 Members — 3 per Commissioner —
1 Year Term)
Vice-Mayor Flury— 3 appointments
Mayor Castro—2 appointments
Vice-Mayor Flury appointed Pamela Swanson, Jimmy Crimminger, and William Walton.
Mayor Castro appointed George Jason and Joe Van Eron.
• 12.5 Nuisance Abatement Board (5 Regular and 2 Alternate Members — 1 per
Commissioner—Alternates by entire Commission—2 Year Term)
2 Alternate positions
12.6 Parks, Recreation and Community Affairs Advisory Board (10 Members — 2 per
Commissioner—2 Year Term)
Commissioner McElyea— 1 appointment
12.7 Unsafe Structures Board (9 Members)
1 Citizen with experience and background in the field of social problems
Commissioner Anton motioned to approve the Board appointments; 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
13. Administrative Reports
13.1 City Manager
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City Manager Pato had nothing further to report.
13.2 City Attorney
City Attorney Ansbro advised the Fire Union has asked that we ratify and confirm that the
insurance article, which is the Health Insurance re-opener, be ratified. He asked the Commission
for a motion to approve an amendment of the current Collective Bargaining Unit reflecting that
the Group Insurance Article is subject to a re-opener clause, and we would attach the actual re-
opener language that was executed by the City Manager and the Union.
Commissioner Anton motioned to approve the request; 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
13.3 City Clerk—Reminders
Tuesday, July 12, 2005 —Regular Commission Meeting Cancelled
Tuesday, July 19, 2005 — 7:00 p.m. —CRA Board Meeting
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
Vice-Mayor Flury and Commissioner Bertino will not attend the CRA meeting or Abatement
Hearing. These two meetings will be re-scheduled for another date.
Commissioner Anton advised he would be out of town for the Abatement Hearing because he
would be attending the N.O.I.S.E. Conference.
14. Adjournment
Mayor Castro adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m.
CITY OF DANIA BEACH
ATTEST: ANNE CASTRO
MAYOR-COMMISSIONER
LOUISE STILSON
CITY*CLERK
'Approved: July 26, 2005
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