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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2000-123 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-123 • A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FLORIDA, APPROVING THE ZONING APPEAL REQUEST SUBMITTED BY ATTORNEY ALAN KOSLOW REPRESENTING BUKKEHAVE INTERNATIONAL CORP, FOR A 15 ACRE PARCEL LOCATED BETWEEN DANIA BEACH BLVD. AND STIRLING RD., WEST OF UNIMPROVED SOUTHWEST 12TH AVE., DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, Article 10.30 of Chapter 28 Zoning of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Dania Beach, Florida, states that the City Commission shall hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of this chapter; and WHEREAS, Attorney Alan Koslow, representing Bukkehave International Corp, for a 15 acre parcel located between Dania Beach Blvd. and Stirling Rd., west of unimproved southwest 12th Ave., has requested a zoning appeal from the decision of Growth Management Director on July 7, 2000, where it was determined that a "Vehicle Staging Component" of the proposed office /warehouse use is not permitted as either an "accessory use" or a "special exception use" in the IG zoning district. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA: Section 1. That that certain application letter dated July 7, 2000 (ZA-008-00) for a zoning appeal request, a copy of which is attached and made a part of this Resolution as Exhibit "A", is approved with the following conditions: a) Uses shall be limited to office, warehouse, research, repair, assembly, fabrication and marina and/or enclosed dry stack buildings with no overhead doors on Dania Beach Boulevard side and buildings on north wall will be architecturally acceptable for abutting residential neighborhoods; b) Sales, Leasing, rental, service, repair, or storage of automobiles, aircraft, trucks, boats, motorcycle, tractor-trailers, recreational vehicles, construction r-za-008-00 bukkehave.doc 1 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-123 equipment or mobile homes shall be specifically prohibited; c) No loading area or parking lot shall be permitted within the 30 foot setback area from Dania Beach Boulevard; d) Vehicular access to Dania Beach Boulevard (including access via SW 12'h Avenue to Dania Beach Boulevard) shall be prohibited; e) Recording of deed restrictions prior to the issuance of building permit. Section 2. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this resolution are repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 3. That this resolution shall be in force and take effect immediately upon its passage and adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 8th DAY OF AUGUST, 2000. C MCELYEA _ MAYOR - COMMISSIONER ATTEST: ROLL CALL: MAYOR MCELYEA - YES VICE-MAYOR BERTINO- YES SHERYL CHAPMAN COMMISSIONER CALI - YES ACTING CITY CLERK COMMISSIONER ETLING - YES COMMISSIONER MIKES- YES APPROVED AS TO OnRM AND CORRECTNESS: BY: �) I \ - THOMAS J. ANSBRO CITY ATTORNEY r-za-008-00 bukkehave.doc 2 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-123 AGENDA REQUEST FORM CITY OF DANIA BEACH AGENDA ITEM NO. 1. DATE OF COMMISSION MEETING: 08/08100 2. DESCRIPTION OF AGENDA ITEM: PUBLIC HEARING ZONING APPEAL ZA-008-00 3. COMMISSION ACTION BEING REQUESTED: ADOPT RESOLUTION 4. SUMMARY EXPLANATION & BACKGROUND: APPEAL BY ALAN B. KOSLOW, REPRESENTING BUKKEHAVE INTERNATIONAL CORP. ("BUKKEHAVE") FOR A 15 ACRE PARCEL LOCATED BETWEEN DANIA BEACH BLVD. AND STIRLING RD., WEST OF UNIMPROVED SOUTHWEST 12TH AVE., IN DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, FROM THE DECISION MADE BY THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR ON JULY 7, 2000, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT A "VEHICLE STAGING COMPONENT" OF THE PROPOSED OFFICE / WAREHOUSE USE IS NOT PERMITTED AS EITHER AN "ACCESSORY USE" OR A "SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE" IN THE IG ZONING DISTRICT. 5. ATTACHED EXHIBITS AND ADDITIONAL BACKUP MATERIALS (PLEASE LIST): Staff Memorandum Resolution Letter from Attorney Alan Koslow, Becker& Poliakoff, P.A. Color Rendering Preliminary Site Plan - Scheme 2A Location Map Public Hearing Notice Mailing List 6. FOR PURCHASING REQUESTS ONLY: Dept: Amount: $ 7. REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR ADDITION ON AGENDA: Staff review July 7, 2000 Submitted by: Laurence G. Leeds, AICP, Director Date 07/31/2000 Growth Management Department City Manager Date STAFF REPORT • GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT TO: Michael Smith, City Manager FROM: Laurence Leeds, AICP, Director Growth Management RE: Appeal From the Decision of the Growth Management Director that the Outdoor Automotive Storage is not a permitted use under the Industrial General (IG) Zoning District Date: August 8, 2000 City Commission Meeting Applicant: Alan B. Koslow, representing Bukkehave International Corp. The subject parcel is located in the southwest corner of a vacant, unplatted 15 acre parcel bound by Dania Beach Boulevard on the north, SW 12'h Avenue (unimproved) on the east, the Stirling Industrial Park on the south, and the C-10 Canal on the west. The proposed use consists of: 1) Vehicle customization for overseas and out-of-country use, 2) Vehicle parts supply, and 3) Outdoor vehicle storage. The property is zoned General Industrial ("IG"). While IG zoning allows medium-to- heavy industrial uses, IG zoning does not allow "service and storage of automobiles and trucks". Auto and truck service and storage is listed as a special exception use in the Industrial Restricted ("IR") District (see attached). Applicant indicates the outdoor vehicle storage is short-term staging of vehicles awaiting modification. Nevertheless, the site plan is typical of uses devoted primarily to automotive service due to the following: 1) The "vehicle staging area" is larger than the combined office/warehouse. As such, the vehicle-staging component cannot be "accessory" to the office/warehouse use. 2) Office/warehouse buildings generally occupy between 30% and 35% of a site. In this case, the office/warehouse building occupies less than 14% of the site. Specialty automotive uses often construct a much smaller building (generating less tax revenue) than conventional office/warehouse use. • 8ukkehave Appeal 080800.doc • Planning issues include: 1) Noise impact (from auto/truck transport tractor trailers) upon the adjacent residential community to the north, and 2) Lack of adequate vehicular access (Staff recommends against any access from Dania Beach Boulevard, limiting Bukkehave and the remainder of the larger parcel to Stirling Road via SW 12th Avenue). Applicant has proposed that the remainder of the larger 15-acre parcel be developed for office/warehouse use. The City cannot require the property to be developed as proposed. However, if the City Attorney agrees, it is our understanding the applicant can voluntarily deed restrict the property in accordance with the proposed master plan. RECOMMENDATION Alternative 1: Deny the appeal. Alternative 2: Approve the- appeal for the Phase I Bukkehave Parcel, with the understanding that the applicant will voluntarily deed restrict the remainder of the 15 acre parcel (with the concurrence of the City Attorney) in accordance with the following ® criteria: All buildings shall be set back at least 50 feet from the property line abutting Dania Beach Boulevard. b) Uses shall be limited to office, warehouse, "research, repair, assembly and fabrication. All uses shall be conducted within an enclosed building. c) Sales, leasing, rental, service, repair or storage of automobiles, aircraft, trucks,., boats, motorcycle, tractor-trailers, recreational vehicles, construction equipment or mobile homes shall be specifically prohibited. d) No loadingarea or parking lot shall be permitted within the etback area from p 9 Dania Beach Boulevard back areaqb . All -b-e-Jimited—ta emerge-n S rPq Ared-by-the-F-ir-e-Depaf-t-i-e ):' A minimum 25-foot landscaped buffer shall be provided adjacent to Dania Beach Boulevard. f) Vehicular access to Dania Beach Boulevard (including access via SW 121h • a Avenue to Dania Beafh Boulevard) shall be prohibit J to native`2 willrov e greate�pct in fo adjoining residential property to the north and require the remainder of the property to be developed for office, warehouse, or industrial use. "2of2 � . LAW (OFFICES IM ECKER & POLIAKOFF9 P.A. Administrative Office: Mailing Address: 3111 Stirling Road P.O. Box 9057 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33312-6525 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33310-9057 Phone: (954)987-7550 Fax: (954) 985-4176 Toll Free: (800) 432-7712 Internet: www.becker-poliakoff.com Email: by@becker-poliakoff.com Florida Offices Reply To: Boca Raton' Alan B. Koslow,Esq. (954)9854169 Clearwater akoslow@becker-poliakoff.com Ft.Myers Ft.Walton Beach July 7, 2000 Hollywood Via Hand-Delivery Melbourne' Miami Naples Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners Orlando City of Dania Beach City Commission 100 W. Dania Beach Boulevard Port Charlotte' Dania Beach, FL 33004 St. Petersburg Sarasota Re: Appeal of an Administrative Decision by the City's Planning & Tallahassee Zoning Department with respect to the Denial of an "Accessory Tampa p Use" and/or "Special Exception"Determination in an IG Zoning West Palm Beach District auodable for convukaion by appoinimenu only Dear Mayor and City Commissioners: International Offices Our office has been retained as special counsel by Bukkehave International People's Republic Corp. (`Bukkehave") with regard to its plan to acquire, master plan and develop an of China approximate 15 acre parcel in Dania Beach zoned industrial "IG" and which will Prague, serve, in part, as the United States Headquarters of Bukkehave. Czech Republic Bern,Switzerland' By way of background, Bukkehave is a 50 year old company initially headquartered in Denmark and serves as a global distributor of export vehicles for a many of the worlds leading manufacturers: Ford, Daimler Chrysler, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Yamaha and Honda. Bukkehave is also a global distributor of export vehicles for use in humanitarian aid, relief and development projects implemented by U.S. and foreign government departments (including an armored vehicle for the Pope), non-government organizations, United National agencies, Red Cross and multi-national companies operating projects in developing countries. The company maintains relationships with international agencies operating programs worldwide, ® supplying vehicles to over 150 countries. Bukkehave's services include vehicle o customization, spare parts supply, shipping and logistics and full-scale fleet management. Since incorporating in the United States in 1996, Bukkehave has °• expanded its global presence with locations on all continents, maintaining headquarter offices in Denmark and Florida. as Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners City of Dania Beach City Commission July 7, 2000 Page 2 Bukkehave's proposed Master Plan for the 15 acre site in Dania Beach located generally between West Dania Beach Boulevard and Stirling Road, along unimproved Southwest 12`h Avenue envisions a 4 Phase build-out (see attached site plan) that will exceed over$9.5 million in construction costs that will include the Bukkehave U.S. Headquarters site, as well as additional office and warehouse developments that will serve a total of an estimated 230 new employees for the City of Dania Beach at build-out. Phase 1 of the proposed Master Plan will serve as the Bukkehave headquarters on 4.5 acres with a 26,000 plus approximately 30 full time sq. ft. building and will house Bukkehave employees. Phases 2, 3 and 4 would each be developed with office warehouse components ranging in size from approximately 36,006 to 50,000 s .ft.Phase and each Phase would accommodate between 55 to 75 new employees. q p When Bukkehave's engineering and architectural consultants first approached the City's Zoning Department with the proposed project, it did not include the 4 Phase Master Plan, but was only presented as with respect to Phase 1, i meeting with the C .e., the Bukkehave headquarters development. After ity Zoning Director, Mr. Leeds, he was of the opinion Bukkehavethat since the headquarters also required a vehicle staging component for its worldwide vehicle distribution operations that such a staging area would be considered "vehicle storage" and therefore did not constitute an "accessory use and/or special exception" to the current IG zoning classification for the property. Bukkehave respectfully disagrees with that decision by the CityZoning Department and is therefore filing this appeal to the City Commission. However, in an effort to bring to the City of Dania Beach a project that will have more of a positive economic impact to the City, while at the same time allowing the Bukkehave vehicle staging component fit more readily into the "accessory use and/or special exception" category. Bukkehave has now master planned the entire 15 acre parcel, as described above and more particularly set forth on the site plan exhibit hereto. We believe that with the proposed Master Plan, the City Commission will recognize the uniqueness of the Bukkehave project and its potential value to the City and grant the required "accessory use and/or special exception" status to a relatively small, but critical component to the overall project. Due to the uniqueness of the proposed Bukkehave headquarters'facility contemplated in Phase 1, with its vehicle staging component adjacent to its headquarters building, it is our opinion that the City zoning Code does not specially and/or special exception"but thusfar, City staff has categorized he componentstaging com onent as "vehicle use an storage". Accordingly, we respectfully request that the City Commission grant the Bukkehave appeal to permit the vehicle staging component as either "accessory use and/or special exception" in an IG zoning category. Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners City of Dania Beach City Commission July 7, 2000 Page 3 We would be pleased to provide you with any additional information you may request prior to the City Commission meeting on this matter which we understand will be scheduled for your consideration on August 9, 2000. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (954) 985-4169. Sincerely, Alan B. Koslow For the Firm ABK/cl cc: Mike Smith, City Manager, City of Dania Beach Larry Leeds, Growth Management Director, City of Dania Beach Sheryl Chapman, Acting City Clerk, City of Dania Beach Thomas.Ansbro, City Attorney, City of Dania Beach ® Christian Haar,Principal, Bukkehave International Corp. Bill Scott, Miller Construction Lawrence A. Martineau, III, Jeff Falkanger& Associates Jennifer Bales Drake, Esq., Becker & Poliakoff,P.A. 584626_L.DOC ra — III � ' ANZELM— j ( _ Q ,6 fi b n.Masoa bw AK C n{ SAKE ' 1 I 1 6 • OES T_q L,,VE L 09914 P l' u PARCEL"A" Q _ 75 vattt>- i IR® �. !! ,o 1 OFFICE PARK �V N (130- 29) e 7 am ST®(TIGERTALE 4maLVD.) oss 7 8 1 44 11 64. 1 ; /S 03-OI ®G 03-01I fN YD.J DANIA EACH BLVD. 27 -373; T-- MIZELL'S SURVI IRU 5U8 na-sy o� HOAR PLAT {{ 'LAKE (142- 18) _AKE STIRLJhG \` M a STIRLIN6 MAR COMMERCIAL MART FIRST w v ADD (98-50) r oN I z THE GADOIS M-1 G PLAT, I H R 2 4J.GT • NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION REGARDING THE FOLLOWING ZA-008-00 - ZONING APPEAL Notice is hereby given of an appeal requested by Alan B. Koslow, representing Bukkehave International Corp. ("Bukkehave") for a 15 acre parcel located between Dania Beach Blvd. and Stirling Rd., west of unimproved Southwest 121h Ave., in Dania Beach, Florida, from the decision made by the Growth Management Director on July 7, 2000, where it was determined that a "vehicle staging component" of the proposed office / warehouse use is not permitted as either an "accessory use" or a "special exception use" in the IG zoning district. The Dania Beach City Commission will hear this appeal on Tuesday, August 8, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter, in the City Commission Meeting Room of the Dania Beach City Hall, 100 West Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach Florida. .All interested parties may appear at said meeting and be heard with respect to the proposed petition(s). Copies of the proposed petition are available for viewing in the Growth Management Department, 100 West Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach, Florida between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.. Monday - Friday. Interested parties may appear at the public hearing and be heard with respect to the proposed petition. ® In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact Sheryl Chapman, Administrative Services Director, 100 W. Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach, FL 33004, (954) 924-3630, at least 72 hours prior to meeting. Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission with regard to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to based. Publish: July 29. 2000 • Bukkehave Inc Tel. 1 5 3370 BUK �� — 1800 Eller De 954 5,Suite 4Z0 Tel. +I 954 25 9788 r ` Mailing Address: P.O. Box 13143 Fax +I 954 525 9785 Global Vehicle&Parts Supply since 1925 Fort Lauderdale,Florida 333I6 usa@a bukkehave.com USA www.bukkeliave.com Bukkehave International Corporation was founded in 1925 in Denmark as a Ford dealer and that year exported their first vehicle to Argentina. Since incorporating in the United States in 1996, the company has expanded their global presence with locations on all continents, maintaining headquarter offices in Denmark and Florida. Bukkehave has been appointed authorized distributor for some of the world's leading vehicle manufacturers: Ford, Daimler Chrysler, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Yamaha and Honda. • Bukkehave is a global distributor of export vehicles for use in humanitarian aid, relief and development projects implemented by U.S. and foreign government departments (including an armored vehicle for the Pope), non-government organizations, United Nations agencies, Red Cross and multi-national companies operating projects in developing countries. The company maintains relationships with international agencies operating programs worldwide, supplying vehicles to over 150 countries. Bukkehave's services include vehicle customization, spare parts supply, shipping and logistics and full-scale fleet management. Miller Construction Company BUKKEHAVE SITE FACTS 1. Site Size— 14 acres 2. Site location — North Boundary, Dania Beach Blvd.; West Boundary, C-10 Canal; South Boundary, approximately 500' north of Stirlin Road; East Boundary — Extension of west right-of-way undeveloped SW 12t Ave. 3. Proposed Site Development—4 parcels containing office/warehouse tilt-wall constructed buildings. • Phase One site (The Bukkehave US Headquarters site) containing 4.5 acres and a 26,400 SF building, housing approximately 30 employees. ® Phase Two site containing +/- 3.97 acres and a 49,500 SF building housing approximately 75 employees, assuming 10% office area and 0 using Dania Beach Zoning criteria. o Phase Three site containing +/- 3.31 acres and a 35,750 SF building housing approximately 55 employees, assuming 10% office area and using Dania Beach Zoning criteria. ® Phase Four site containing +/- 3.25 acres and a 47,200 SF building housing approximately 70 employees, assuming 10% office area and using Dania Beach Zoning criteria. 4. Approximate Construction Costs, including tenant improvement— (Based on SF price) ® Bukkehave Site (Phase One) — 1.5 Million • Phase Two — 3 Million © Phase Three — 2.2 Million o Phase Four— 2.8 Million 5. Visitors —The Bukkehave 4.5 acre site alone generates approximately 200 International and 40 U.S. visitors to its site for approximately 4 nights/visitor yearly. 6. Yearly Advertising — Bukkehave spends approximately $225,000/yr in advertising which would have their US Headquarters listed as Dania Beach, ® Florida. Uprecon\p-joWcommer\10088buk\promo2.doc 08/08/2000, 10:52 AM 614 South Federal Highway • Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301 • Phone )954) 764-6550 FAX(954)764-5418 e-mail: info@millercc.com CGC 001348 www.millercc.com Page Two 6. This could be a possible location for Foreign Trade Zone. 7. Approximate Property & Sales Taxes that can be realized over a six year period — $1,351,000 8. Approximate Dollars realized in room nights and vacation expenditures of over half a million dollars, and added indirect income generated in the city of$7,593,000, in a six year period. Uprecon\p-joWcommer\10088buk\promo2.doc 08/08/2000, 1:43 PM ® DaimlerChrysler, Mitsubishi, Isuzu and Yamaha, The main regional destinations for the Parent's exports are countries in Africa, the Far mast, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America and Eastern Europe. The Net Revenue o;F the Parent has grown by more than 500% since 1993. Its operating profits were $5.5MM FYE 1999. Management believes that the strategy of globalization has been key to its growth, Company Performance Company Sales continue to grow reaching $22.5MM FYE 1999, which represents a 145% increase over FYE 1998. The Company does Dave debt and a significant portion of its assets is tied to intangibles due from' Bukkehave A/S. The Company continues to improve its cost structure and significantly increased operating profit FYE 1999. Management Since 1925, Bukkehave A/S has operated as a private company, and Bukkehave Jnc. was incorporated in 1996 to serve customers in the Americas, As a group, Bukkehave International Corporation boasts a 75-year history in the automotive distribution business to developing countries. ® If you have any additional questions regarding the 1rinancial position of this company, then you can contact Ms. Deborah Petrell, Vide President of Finance, at (954) 524-3113 ext. 218. Sincerely, Vincent L. Johnson Vice President, Business & Industry Services Cc; F, Michael Langley, President/CEO, The Browai*d Alliance Deborah Petrell, Vice President, Finance, The'Broward Alliance CJ 2 • • Totals represent what Broward County, would potentially gain over a projected six year period If the business expands in Broward County, Employment Direct Employment 230 Indirect Employment 115 Total Employment Gain 345 Income from Wages Direct Employment $3D,372,196 Indirect Employment $7,693.049 Total Income Gain $37,965,245 Revenue to Broward County Total Property Taxes $124,543 Total Local Sales Taxes $641,176 Total Tax Revenue Gain $765,719 Net Revenue Benefit ' $765,7191 Bukkehave Inc. 1800 Eller Dr., Suite 420 Mailing Address: P.O. Box I3I43 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 333I6 USA • May 2000 Tel. 1800 8I5 3370 Tel. +I 954 525 9788 Fax +I 954 525 9785 usa@bukkehave.com www.bukkehave.com BUKKEHAVE Global Vehicle & Parts Supply since 19z5 Bukkehave Inc, honored by World Trade Center Fort Lauderdale The World Trade Center Board of Advisors recently nominated the Florida office of Bukkehave International Corporation for outstanding achievement in international distribution. Bukkehave Inc. was among a select group of businesses located in the South Florida area to be recognized in connection with the 6th Annual World Trade Week. The nation-wide celebration highlighted the importance of world trade and international business on the global economy. We work hard to bridge the gap between two very different worlds and supply the right vehicles and related services to developing countries around the globe. Many thanks to the distinguished World Trade • DAIMLERCHRYSLER August 16,1999 RE: BUKKEHAVE, INC. Dear Friends, DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fleet Operations DaimlerChrysler Corporation is pleased to advise you that Bukkehave, Inc. is our authorized distributor of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles and spare parts to organizations and companies involved in humanitarian, aid, relief and development projects. As a DaimlerChrysler distributor, they are able to offer the full range of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge products we manufacture for export to the various markets around the world. Along with this they offer you a 70-year history of being an industry leader in servicing the needs of organizations of this type throughout the developing world. Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, they maintain an inventory of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles available for immediate shipment, all backed by our comprehensive factory warranty and quality assurance initiatives. Their customer focus is the United Nations agencies, the U.S. government and non -government organizations as well as U.S. funded projects and companies operating global humanitarian, aid, relief and development projects. If.you have any questions regarding up-to-date product availability or would like to make sure your organization is included on their mailing list, they can be reached as follows: Bukkehave, Inc. 1800 Eller Drive, Suite 420 P.O. Box 13143, Port Everglades Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316 USA Telephone: (954) 525-9788 (800) 815-3370 Fax: (954) 525-9785 E-mail: usa@bukkehave.com We are confident that, with Bukkehave as our authorized distributor of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge products along with their history of excellent service, we have created the best possible combination to serve Beds and we look forward to doing business with you through Bukkehave. ® W Alvin Jackson Senior Manager, Global Fleet Sales DaimlerChrysler Corporation 27777 Franklin Road CIMS 460-01-00 19th Floor Sni thfield MI USA 48034 Export Operations 1555 Fairlane Drive Ford Automotive Operations Allen Park, Michigan 48101 Ford Motor Company October 10, 1998 To: Companies and Organizations involved in Humanitarian, Aid, Relief & Development Projects Subject: Appointment of Bukkehave, Inc. as Authorized Distributor Ford Worldwide Direct Market Operations Ford announces the appointment of Bukkehave, Inc. as authorized distributor of Ford Motor Company vehicles to aid, relief, humanitarian and development organizations operating programs in developing countries. As the authorized distributor in this market, Bukkehave offers a full range of export products manufactured by Ford for the implementation of projects in the developing world. Bukkehave and Ford established an export relationship over 73 years ago and today Bukkehave maintains an industry -leading ability to service the United Nations and its agencies, US government offices, embassies and funded projects, international and local government and non -government organizations, and humanitarian aid; relief and development projects operating throughout the Developing Countries. Bukkehave has an inventory of Ford vehicles built with the necessary export specifications, backed by our factory warranty and supported by Ford's network of distributors and dealers in local markets. Look for details about the range of Ford products available from Bukkehave for immediate shipment from their strategically -located facility in South Florida. Please contact Bukkehave directly with your inquiries at: Bukkehave, Inc. P.O. Box 13143, Port Everglades Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316 USA Telephone: +1(954) 525-9788 Fax: +1(954) 525-9785 email: usa@bukkehave.com home page: www.bukkehave.com We chose Bukkehave as our distributor based on their many years of expertise and their position as one of the world's foremost providers of vehicles, spare parts and logistic support in this market. We feel certain that they can provide the Ford vehicles and service you require to meet your present and upcoming vehicle needs. Sincerely, ® Brion Gopigian Multinational Direct Sales Manager Ford Worldwide Direct Market Operations TI-fE VICE PRESIDENT {(�1• WASIIINGT0N January 8, 1997 Mr. Warren Meddof-f U.S. Area Export Manager Lukkchavc, Inc. 1800 I,llci: Drivc, Suite 420 I'ort Lauderdale, Florida 33316 Dcar Mr. Meddoff: I want L-o Lake this opportunity to congratulate you and all Lhc cmployccs of L'ukkchavc, Inc., as you celebrate the opening of: you,i: nc:w North American headquarters in );coward County. While 1 I 'aI11 llil lblc to join you for this important event, 1: clo wauL Lo extend my bcsL wishes for a successful and producLivc cc l.cbrat;:i.on . You and the Lalcntcd employees of Dukkehavc demonstrate cvcry d,ly how a bu:�iness can have a positive impact on iscolwiluniti(::.; in distress. By providing vehicles and their spare paa:t:.:; t.o human:i.Larian aid and relief organizations --and at Lower co:sL:-�--your Company allows these organizations to perform their C.A nlcl:cy much more effectively. Your record of aid to :i.:.; con: iderable, and I know the people of 131.oward Cc�uuLy ll:u 1>>:ot.Id LhaL your company chose: to locate your hc�aciclttarLl��::c Lhc:rc. Once again, please accept my congratulations on your grand opcn:i.n�j I -An 1 my bcsL wishes for your continued success in the I uI: ur.c . Ac;/cco Sincerely, 4, //�) /XY Al Gore PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER '1"HL- G0vi-RCN0R Of THE S'1'ATP (')P FUORIDA Jamary 8, 1997 Mr. Christian Haar Chief Executive Officer Bukkchave, hic. Suite 420 1600 Eller. Drive Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316 Dear Christian: It is a pleasure to extend greetings to I.11 who have gathxred for the commemorative reception liostcd by the Broward Economic Development Courncil u-i honor of the opening of Bukkehave's North American IIcadquamrs in Froward County. Thus milestone riia� ks the opening of a facility which will be very beneficial to developing third world nations III tiimS of huimaitariaii Crises when -varieties of transportation are nrCCCssary to Iricct the nc;c:ds of Roving food, water, providing workshops or vehicles for medical Inissioz)h. Bukkehave is to tx applauded for its efficient and quality service in assisting organizations including tine Catholic Relief Services, CARE America, USAID, UNICEF and others. I regret I cannot be with you today but send best wishes for a memorable event and for continued Success. With kind rcgards I ',uni LC/hss 0 Sincerely, eWTON CHILES A I117(.Y17UD FAvCx 1'Fnv'7C r 1'K'N'-rU wm' "—V Ixx cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn cn 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 I I A A A A A A Ai A A A A A A NJ A A A A. 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