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DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2004 - 7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
Mayor McElyea called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Reverend Richard Thigpen, Greater Mt. Zion AME Church, gave the invocation and all
remained standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
3. Roll Call
Present:
Mayor: C.K. McElyea
Vice-Mayor Bob Mikes
Commissioners Bob Anton
Robert Chunn
• Patricia Flury
City Manager: Ivan Pato
City Attorney: Thomas Ansbro
City Clerk: Louise Stilson
4. Presentations and Special Event Approvals
4.1 Presentation of Certificates of Appreciation to Fire Department, Public Services/Utilities
Department, and Broward Sheriff s Office District 2
City Manager Pato presented Certificates of Appreciation to the departments involved in public
safety aspects during and after the storms. He complimented them for their commitment and
dedication to serving the residents of the City of Dania Beach. He presented the certificates to
Fire Chief Ken Land, Police Chief Bryan Cowart, and Public Services Administrative Assistant
Connie Falzone, on behalf of their departments.
4.2 Employee Recognition Program "General Employee of the Month" Award for August
2004
Mary McDonald, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management, on behalf of Public
Services Director Fernando Vazquez, presented the award to Don Hansen. Mr. Hansen
maintains the City Garage, heavy equipment, and all tools and equipment in the Public Services
Department.
4.3 Presentation of Plaque and Video to the City of Dania Beach City Commission from John
Carbonell, Super Boat International Productions, Inc.
Mr. Carbonell presented a video of the event held in Dania Beach on July 18, 2004. He advised
a one-hour show of the race will be aired on a Saturday afternoon at 4:30 p.m. on Outdoor Life.
He will let us know exactly which Saturday afternoon it will air. They will also provide the City
with a 30 second commercial to use for publicity purposes. They would like to return to Dania
Beach on July 15-17, 2005 for another event, and would like to come back and address the
Commission with plans for the next event. He presented the Mayor with a plaque of
appreciation to the City of Dania Beach for helping to make the event successful.
Commissioner Chunn thanked Mr. Carbonell and the Super Boat Races for coming to Dania
Beach and putting on the event. He remarked it will help designate the City of Dania Beach as a
tourist and boating destination. He advised he will work at the race in Deerfield Beach and if
any Commissioners wish to attend to let him know and he will make the arrangements.
Mayor McElyea complimented Commissioner Chunn for taking an interest in this event and
encouraged him to keep up the good work.
• 5. Proclamations
There were no proclamations at this meeting.
6. Citizen Comments
Fay and Bob Bartelmes, thanked everyone responsible for nominating them and getting their
names on the Herman Wrice Award plaque in the atrium at City Hall.
Commissioner Flury remarked that Mr. & Mrs. Bartelmes would be invited to a future meeting
to individually receive their own plaques.
Vice-Mayor Mikes remarked it would be a joint plaque. He commented that Bob and Fay
Bartelmes are two of the most outstanding volunteers in the City.
7. Consent Agenda
Vice-Mayor Mikes pulled item 7.7from the Consent Agenda for a separate roll call vote.
7.1 Minutes
• Approval of Minutes for Tentative Budget Meeting of September 13, 2004
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Approval of Minutes for Regular Meeting of September 14, 2004
Approval of Minutes for Abatement Hearings Meeting of September 16, 2004
7.2 Travel Expenditures
There were no expenditures presented at this meeting.
7.3 Bills
There were no bills presented at this meeting.
Resolutions
7.4 RESOLUTION#2004-150
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF DAVIE AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH TO PROVIDE FOR
"INSPECTION, PLAN REVIEW, BUILDING OFFICIAL AND RELATED SERVICES"; AND AUTHORIZING
THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Continued from September 14, 2004)
7.5 RESOLUTION#2004-165
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR
THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSIONERS;PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR
• AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
7.6 RESOLUTION#2004-166
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR
THE CITY MANAGER; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
7.7 RESOLUTION#2004-167
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING A TRANSFER AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR FY 2004-2005 AS PROVIDED IN
APPENDIX"A"TO FUND AN ADDITIONAL COST NOT TO EXCEED$350,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF THE PIER RESTAURANT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2004-167.
Vice-Mayor Mikes remarked he pulled this item because of a difference of opinion on the
Commission for this item. He gave the history of the development of the pier restaurant. His
objections are to the cost of the restaurant being paid by tax dollars; the length of the lease; the
type of restaurant that will not cater to the people of Dania Beach; and because we are in a
situation with Broward County as to the future of our City.
Mayor McElyea agreed with Vice-Mayor Mikes. He asked where the $350,000 was transferred
from.
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Patricia Varney, Finance Director, advised the amount is not to exceed $350,000, so it may be
lower. We will delay the Beach projects which will provide funds of $185,155. When we
borrowed the $3M, she was able to get $45,000 in Interest Earnings on the unspent funds; and
the remaining $63,742 will come from the General Fund Contingency, and we will appropriate
our Fund Balance for the remaining $56,258. She advised if we do not spend the entire
$350,000, the surplus funds will be returned to the Fund Balance at the end of the project.
Commissioner Anton commented that he does not know what happened in the past, but the City
took out a debt service to build the shell of the restaurant, and this debt service is still current and
we are still paying it with taxpayer dollars while we don't have anything on the pier. He stated a
lease has been signed, and we need to move forward with this project and we need to do it now.
If we don't do it, we still have the debt service and we will have legal issues to deal with as well.
He remarked we really do not have a lot of alternatives.
Commissioner Flury motioned to approve Item 7.7; seconded by Commissioner Chunn.
The Motion carried on the following 3-2 roll call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes No
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea No
Commissioner Flury Yes
Ordinances- (Title read by City Attorney)
7.8 ORDINANCE#2004-032
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
SECTION 22-1 OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO REQUIRE OWNERS OF BUILDINGS LOCATED
WITHIN THE CITY, WHICH BUILDINGS ABUT ALLEYS, TO PLACE STREET NUMBERS VISIBLE FROM
THE ALLEY TO ALLOW FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(FIRST READING)
7.9 ORDINANCE#2004-033
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 12-52 "SPECIFIC
STANDARDS" OF ARTICLE III "HAZARD REDUCTION" OF CHAPTER 12 "FLOOD DAMAGE
PREVENTION" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH; DELETING
REFERENCES TO THE EIGHT FOOT NGVD (NATIONAL GEODETIC VERTICAL DATUM) FLOOD
ELEVATION REQUIREMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST
READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of the Ordinances. He advised that one minor correction
would be made to Ordinance #2004-033 before the second reading. The Building Official
• recommended inserting that it would meet the flood map or has to be as high as the crown in the
road. He proposed adopting it as amended.
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Commissioner Chunn motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Item
7.7; seconded by Commissioner Flury. The motion carried on the following 5-0 roll call
vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
8. Bids and Requests for Proposals
There were no requests at this meeting.
9. Public Hearings and Site Plans
9.1 ORDINANCE #2004-026
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTIONS 13-21 AND 13-22
OF ARTICLE II ("SANITARY NUISANCES") OF CHAPTER 13 ("HEALTH AND SANITATION") OF THE
CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES; REPEALING SECTIONS 13-23, 13-25, 13-26 AND 13-28 OF ARTICLE II OF
CHAPTER 13 AND CREATING SECTION 13-34 OF ARTICLE 11 OF CHAPTER 13; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
• (SECOND READING) (Continued from September 14, 2004)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of the Ordinance.
Mayor McElyea opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, he closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Flury motion to approve Ordinance #2004-026; seconded by Commissioner
Anton. The motion carried on the following 5-0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
9.2 ORDINANCE#2004-029
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE "RAVENSWOOD ROAD
BUSINESS PARK", PLAT, SUCH PROPERTY BEING GENERALLY LOCATED AT 3013 RAVENSWOOD
ROAD, IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A", A COPY OF
WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE; ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION FOR PUBLIC USE OF
ALL STREETS, HIGHWAYS AND ALLEYS AS SHOWN ON SUCH PLAT OF THE"RAVENSWOOD ROAD
BUSINESS PARK"; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SECOND READING)
• City Attorney Ansbro advised Items 9.2 and 9.5 are quasi-judicial matters, and swore-in those
who would speak. He then read the title of Ordinance #2004-029.
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Larry Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised this is the construction of a 50,000
square foot warehouse. The applicant has met all the technical requirements, including the
dedication of an additional 10' of ROW along Ravenswood Road and Sidewalk construction
along Ravenswood Road. His recommendation is to proceed to the County Commission plat
process.
Mayor McElyea opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, he closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Chunn motioned to approve Ordinance #2004-029; seconded by
Commissioner Flury. The motion carried on the following 5-0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
9.3 ORDINANCE #2004-030
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RELATING TO STORMWATER
MANAGEMENT; PROVIDING REVISIONS TO ARTICLE VIII (ENTITLED "STORMWATER
MANAGEMENT") TO UPDATE CODE PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO THE MANAGEMENT OF
STORMWATER AND TO STORMWATER ASSESSMENTS; CREATING A NEW DEFINITION AND
• PROVIDING FOR CLARIFICATION OF CODE PROVISIONS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE;PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.(SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of the Ordinance.
Patricia Varney, Finance Director, advised a change in the requirements of the Florida Statutes
for condominium units required a change to our Ordinance.
Mayor McElyea opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, he closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Chunn motioned to approve Ordinance #2004-030; seconded by
Commissioner Anton. The motion carried on the following 5-0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
9.4 ORDINANCE#2004-031
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,APPROVING
EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT AND RELATED DOCUMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY AND
HARBOUR TOWNE ASSOCIATES, A CALIFORNIA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP PERTAINING TO
• PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY AND COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE HARBOUR TOWNE MARINA
PROPERTY;AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF THE LEASE BY THE APPROPRIATE
CITY OFFICIALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER,
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PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of the Ordinance.
Vice-Mayor Mikes remarked this is the most valuable parcel the City owns. It currently is the
Harbour Towne Marina and they are asking for a 30 year lease, over and above the 6 remaining
years. He asked the City Attorney to review the items previously requested by the Commission.
City Attorney Ansbro responded Commissioner Flury's comments were addressed in the memo.
There are still 4 items pending to be addressed. The first is the use of two Boatslips immediately
adjacent to IT Parker Center; these would be for the exclusive use of the City; and the two slips
could possibly be reconfigured to accommodate 6 small boats.
Vice-Mayor Mikes commented during the power boat races, they needed access to an area large
enough to use a crane. He is concerned with the language in the agreement, because this is a
community facility. It is important to him that language in this document is perfect. He
suggested tabling this item until the next meeting so the language could be perfected.
Mayor McElyea passed the gavel to Vice-Mayor Mikes and motioned to table Ordinance
#2004-031 until October 12, 2004 at 7:00 p.m.; seconded by Commissioner Flury for
discussion.
• Commissioner Flury remarked this Commission cannot be held liable for actions of previous
Commissions. She supports continuing this until the next meeting but hopes we can wrap this
up. She remarked this lease is an embarrassment to the City because the modest amount of
money we are receiving is a pittance. When the new lease is approved the City will receive
considerable additional funds.
Elaine Cohen, who helped negotiate the lease, remarked the City will receive the minimum rent
it would have received, or the percentage, whichever is greater. It is calculated on the base rent
of the floor. She stated the existing lease does not have a percentage.
Vice-Mayor Mikes remarked the original lease had a percentage (Exhibit B), but it is missing
from the copy of the lease; the current lease does not have a percentage. He wants the new lease
to state what improvements they will do in the next 30 years.
Commissioner Chunn remarked they need to understand everything the City needs so we can go
forward.
Vice-Mayor Mikes remarked they know what we want and he thinks they understand that we
want a definitive agreement that we get final approval on any changes. He commented that the
site plan is still missing from the lease. He suggested that we could place this on a referendum
ballot. He commented the intent of the Charter, and the long-term leases of the City, are to
encourage capital investment, so if they are not going to place a major capital investment why is
• the City considering a long lease. He is concerned with the language, which the City Attorney
has changed somewhat, but it still says they can build in the future.
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• City Attorney Ansbro advised the applicant is present with his attorney to address any questions
the Commission may have. He indicated that the property is built-out so it does not make sense
that they can't go back and tear things down and put in all new capital improvements when
things that are there, such as the dredging and the buildings, have a useful life that will probably
last another 30-40 years. He remarked they want the right ask for something to be built, and the
Commission would not unreasonably withhold approval.
Vice-Mayor Mikes remarked the original lease stated exactly what they would do, and he wants
the same language in this lease. He wants the ability to say no to any changes they request if it
is not compatible with the community use. He also wants control of 2 boat slips.
Commissioner Anton agreed that the City should have the final right of refusal to any change of
use. He also wants the 2 boat slips and the Lessee needs to ask us if they can use them.
Commissioner Chunn remarked that he understands what Vice-Mayor Mikes is saying, but
Harbour Towne has been very helpful in the community.
The motion carried on the following 5-0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
. 9.5 PL-41-04—Preliminary Plat approval request by D.C.E.S. on behalf of Stirling, LLC., for
property located at the northwest corner of Stirling Road and SW 35 Avenue.
ORDINANCE #2004-028
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, APPROVING "THE FOREST VIEW ESTATES
PLAT", SUCH PROPERTY BEING GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF STIRLING
ROAD AND SW 35T" AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT "A", A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE; ACCEPTING THE
DEDICATION FOR PUBLIC USE OF ALL STREETS, HIGHWAYS AND ALLEYS AS SHOWN ON SUCH
PLAT OF "THE FOREST VIEW ESTATES PLAT"; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of the Ordinance.
Larry Leeds, Director of Community Development, advised the developer has a contract to
purchase the property, however we do not have the proper application submitted. He requested a
deferral until October 12, 2004.
Mayor McElyea opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, he closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Anton motioned to continue Ordinance #2004-028 until October 12, 2004 at
• 7:00 p.m.; seconded by Commissioner Chunn. The motion carried on the following 5-0 roll
call vote:
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• Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
10. Commission Comments
10.1 Commissioner Anton
Commissioner Anton complimented staff on the clean-up efforts after the storms. He has
received many compliments from residents on the City's response in aiding the community. He
complimented the City Manager and the City staff.
10.2 Commissioner Chunn
Commissioner Chunn thanked God for being kind to him; Chief Cowart for the clothes and food
donations; and Mayor McElyea for his continued support of donations. He remarked the Super
Boat Race would be in Deerfield and if anyone wanted to attend they should let him know. He is
looking for volunteers to work in next year's race. He asked the City Manager to contact Mr.
Carbonell to make arrangements for next year.
• 10.3 Commissioner Flury
Commissioner Flury commented when the Hard Rock opened, several residents complained
about traffic. She remarked she is once again receiving complaints about the traffic. She asked
Chief Cowart if people who work were traveling through the neighborhood to avoid the traffic
on 441.
Police Chief Cowart reported they assessed the speed and volume and asked Broward County
Traffic Engineering to conduct a study. They concluded the traffic level did not warrant the 4-
way stop signs at the cross streets. The streets in question, (SW 54th Court, 52°6 Street, 491h
Court, 50th Street, 51St Street), did not generate the level of traffic required (500 vehicles per
hour) to install the 4-way stop signs. This threshold of traffic would be required over a 3-4 hour
period. He advised there currently are 2-way stops at the location. He advised the speed device
is in the area, but they are not seeing the volume of speeding required. He advised the BSO has
implemented directive patrols and have additional resources in the area. He advised that since
June 1st, 474 traffic citations have been written. He commented that the times we are seeing
significant volume coincides with the morning and evening rush hours. He met with the Captain
from Seminole to discuss this issue. He remarked the County has to approve every stop sign
installed.
Mayor McElyea asked if we could install No Truck signs.
• Police Chief Cowart responded we could install the No Truck signs, but he did not believe the
trucks were the problem. If the Commission wants the signs, we will move in that direction.
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• Commissioner Anton questioned if we should pass a Resolution requesting the County install the
4-way stop signs in order to preserve the quality of life in the neighborhood.
City Attorney Ansbro responded Resolutions do not generally work. He commented we could
threaten to close the streets, which the County does not want, for leverage in obtaining the 4-way
stop signs.
Commissioner Anton suggested talking to Commissioner Rodstrom to see if he could work
something out for us.
Police Chief Cowart remarked he will meet with the City Manager in the morning to work
something out.
10.4 Vice-Mayor Mikes
Vice-Mayor Mikes commented the Airport issue is coming up. He gave some background and
history of the aviation industry. He commented that 3 airlines are on the verge of bankruptcy.
He remarked at the Florida League of Cities meeting he learned that we need to watch properties
that don't pay their property taxes, because the County is trying to automatically zone them for
affordable housing if the City does not show interest in claiming the property. He commented
this may just be preliminary, but the County attitude is they notify the City once and if the City
does not show interest, they will send it in that direction.
10.5 Mayor McElyea
Mayor McElyea asked the City Manager if he received a call on the Adirondack Mobile Home
Park. He advised the man that phoned him to call Code Enforcement or the City Manager about
his neighbor who had shutters on top of the roof during the hurricane. He remarked the man's
son threatened to go to the newspapers with the story.
City Manager Pato will look into it.
11. Discussion and Possible Action
11.1 Update on Building Services Inspections (City Manager)
City Manager Pato advised the Broward County Building Division notified us in late July that
they would no longer be able to provide the same level of service offered in the past, due to
increased County-wide demand.
Larry Leeds, Director of Community Development, remarked the issue is unrelated to the
Building Official leaving his employment with the City. The County provides approximately
100 hours of outside inspection and plan review services per month. They are no longer able to
provide this on-demand service. The Building Official checked with a private inspection firm
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® and the Town of Davie, and indicated there were no other alternatives for providing consultant
construction services for Dania Beach. Mr. Leeds checked with the City of Ft. Lauderdale and
they are in similar situation, or worse. They are hiring several new employees and they would
not be able to help for at least a year. Therefore, staff recommended contracting with the Town
of Davie at this time. The problem is that Davie cannot provide the 100 hours needed, they
would not commit to more than 54 hours. He will meet with them tomorrow to discuss the
possibility of added hours. He remarked this is a problem throughout Broward County. The
purpose of the discussion is to advise the Commission that there will be a reduction in the level
of service currently provided. Next day inspections will not always be possible. He is looking
for a solution to the problem. He is concerned with a provision of the Building Code that states
that developers and builders can hire a private provider to provide building code inspection
services, and the City has to accept the results of the inspector.
Vice-Mayor Mikes asked if the manner in which parking tickets are handled were changing in
the court system.
City Manager Pato responded this was a surprise to him because we have an arrangement with
the Clerk's Office.
Vice-Mayor Mikes responded this is different. Some cities were discussing going to a system
using parking magistrates. He commented it was discussed at the Florida League of Cities Board
meeting.
City Manager Pato will check on it tomorrow.
12. Appointments
12.2 Appointment by Commission of 2 regular citizen members and one alternate citizen
member on the Civil Service Board
Commissioner Chunn submitted Gloria Fernander as a candidate. Commissioner Flury
submitted Randi Smith as a candidate. Mayor McElyea submitted JoAnn Brave as a candidate.
Commissioner Chunn motioned to appoint Gloria Fernander and Randi Smith as Regular
members of the Civil Service Board, and JoAnn Brave as an Alternate member of the Civil
Service Board; seconded by Commissioner Flury. The motion carried on the following 5-0
roll call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
12.5 Appointment by Commission of a member for the R/E Property Manager position on
® the Unsafe Structures Board
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® Mayor McElyea submitted Patty Hart as a candidate.
Commissioner Flury motioned to appoint Patty Hart to the Unsafe Structures Board;
seconded by Commissioner Chunn. The motion carried on the following 5-0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Anton Yes Vice-Mayor Mikes Yes
Commissioner Chunn Yes Mayor McElyea Yes
Commissioner Flury Yes
13. Administrative Reports
13.1 City Attorney
City Attorney Ansbro had no comments at this time.
13.2 City Manager
City Manager Palo had no comments at this time.
13.3 City Clerk—Meeting Reminder
® Tuesday, October 12, 2004— 7:00 p.m. —Regular Commission Meeting
Tuesday, October 26, 2004— 7:00 p.m. —Regular Commission Meeting
14. Adjournment
Mayor McElyea adjourned the meeting at 8:53 p.m.
CITY OF DANIA BEACH
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LOUISE STILSON
CITY CLERK'
APPROVED: October 12, 2004
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