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HomeMy WebLinkAbout21266 - MINUTES - CRA MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING CITY OF DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TUESDAY, JUNE 6, 2007 - 6:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order Chairman Anton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Present: Chairman: Robert Anton Commissioners: Anne Castro Patricia Flury City Manager: Ivan Pato City Attorney: Tom Ansbro City Clerk: Louise Stilson CRA Consultant: William Salim Absent: Vice-Chairman: Albert Jones Commissioner: John Bertino Commissioner Castro motioned to excuse the absence of Commissioner Bertino and Vice- Mayor Jones; seconded by Commissioner Flury. The motion carried unanimously. 2. Approval of Minutes of April 4, 2007 Commissioner Flury motioned to approve the Minutes of April 4, 2007; seconded by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried unanimously. 3. Library Master Plan: Discussion and Identification of Recommended Alternative(s) Laurence Leeds, AICP, Director of Community Development, advised the architect met with representatives from the Broward County Library to get their input on their location requirements. The architect's recommendations were then reviewed by City staff and five alternatives are now being presented to the Commission. Ian Nestler, Principal Planner and Architect, PGAL, noted they are looking for input so they may narrow down the options. He noted that from the five alternatives presented, three proposals focus on the City Hall site; the other two focus on the City Hall site and property to the north. Mr. Nestler made a presentation of the Master Plan Alternatives and outlined the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Scheme "A" Advantages: Interesting architecture at corner; City Hall visible from US 1 approach; clean compact design; 280 parking spaces Scheme "A" Disadvantages: Hidden drive-thru/entry plaza; limited parking; navigation of circular ramp Scheme "B" Advantages: Most parking provided on City Hall site with least disturbance to exits; pedestrian plaza opportunities on site; pedestrian connection to SW 151 Avenue; 425 parking spaces Scheme "B" Disadvantages: Limited on-grade parking; SW Park Street would need to be closed (vacated); must circulate entire site to garage after drop-off Scheme "C" Advantages: Drive-thru book drop; dedicated vehicular entry approach; 350 parking spaces Scheme "C" Disadvantages: Office windows 16' from Library; garage overhangs S.W. Park Street Scheme "D" Advantages: All buildings facing new pedestrian municipal plaza; simple parking garage design; new Commission Chamber and entry as focal point to City Hall; separate perimeter on grade parking for different municipal functions; 470 parking spaces Scheme"D" Disadvantages: Complex phasing plan; garage overhangs SW Park Street Scheme "D" would turn the existing Fire Station into a Public Safety Complex by incorporating an addition to the building for BSO. To the rear of the building would be a new secured on- grade parking lot for Fire and BSO; above the parking lot would be offices for BSO or the Fire Department. Scheme "E" Advantages: Pedestrian connection from garage over Dania Beach Boulevard; most on-grade parking; direct access from garage to plaza; all buildings facing new plaza; 300 parking spaces Scheme "E" Disadvantages: Irregularly shaped garage; relocation of FPL transformer and services; construction phasing required; would also require a phasing plan, but not as complex as Scheme "D" The Commission noted the Library is the main focus, with additional parking. They were also looking for a pedestrian-friendly environment. Chairman Anton preferred Scheme `B", in spite of having to close SW Park Street. Minutes of Regular Meeting 2 City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Tuesday,June 6,2007—6:00 p.m. Commissioner Castro preferred Scheme "B". She would like to hear the comments from the residents about this option. Commissioner Flury preferred Scheme "B". She was concerned with the cost of the four-story parking garage and suggested looking at a two or three level garage. Chairman Anton noted parking garages can be constructed solid enough to have more levels added if needed. Mr. Nestler confirmed this can be done and commented they are currently adding two stories at a municipal garage in downtown West Palm Beach. Clair Satin, a member of the County Library Advisory Council, commended the Commission for moving forward with the construction of a Library. She agreed the Library is the main interest. Ms. Satin questioned if the Library could be constructed to possibly expand to a second story. She also requested to be kept involved in the meetings for the design of the interior structure. Connie Weckerr, 203 NE 3`d Avenue, was very pleased to see this project move forward. She would like the proposed design of the Library and parking garage to accommodate the needs of residents who ride the Community Bus, as well as children riding their bikes. Felipe Barrajona, Broward County Bonding Team for Libraries, commented they look for a single story Library, and a pedestrian friendly design. They would prefer a north facing light building. He noted that water/sewer/Bellsouth and infrastructure in general, should be considered because they impact the cost of the building. Mr. Barrajona noted the Director of Broward County Library would like some time to be able to look at each of the five schemes and come back with his comments. Commissioner Flury thought it would be helpful to have the architect review Scheme "B", as our first choice, with the Director of the Broward County Library. She would also like them to look at Schemes "A" and "C" so they can see the difference. Commissioner Flury would not want Alternatives "D" and "E" to be taken to the County for consideration, since they would be too expensive. Commissioner Castro suggested the Public Services Director review Scheme "B" to make sure the utilities are in a good location. Chairman Anton suggested holding a public meeting for citizen input, after receiving the comments from Broward County. He pointed out that we should move forward with this project without further delay. 4. Adioumment Chairman Anton adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m. Minutes of Regular Meeting 3 City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Tuesday;June 6,2007—6:00 p.m. ATTEST: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOUISE STILSON, CMC BOB ANTON CITY CLERK CHAIRMAN—CRA Approved: August 1, 2007 Minutes of Regular Meeting 4 City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Tuesday,June 6, 2007—6:00 p.m.