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HomeMy WebLinkAbout30912 - MINUTES - City Commission Ili � MINUTES Regular Meeting Dania City Commission December 20, 1971 1. Invocation by Clarke Walden. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Roll Call. Present: Mayor: William E. Jackson Commissioners: Ted Kay Robert Kelly Frank Salvino City Manager: Woodward M. Hampton Building Inspector: Hubert Walker Police Chief: Gus Brugger City Clerk: E. R. Clay City Attorney: Clarke Walden Absent : Commissioner: Boisy Waiters 4. The Minutes of the City Commission Meeting of December 6, 1971 were read and a motion made by Mr. Salvino for approval. Seconded by Mr. Kay. The vote was 3-0. 5. A motion was made by Mr. Salvino for the approval of bills paid for November, 1971, seconded by Mr. Kelly. The vote was 4-0. 6. The Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Board for December 14, 1971 were read, and the following items were discussed: (a) The Planning and Zoning Board recommended that those lands lying between North Federal Highway on the East and the Florida East Coast Railway on the West, from Dania Cut-Off Canal on the South to the North City Limits be zoned B3. Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Salvino, that a Public Hearing on this zoning change be held before the City Commission January 17, 1972 at 8:15 PM. The vote was 4-0 for approval. (b) The Planning and Zoning Board recommended that Mrs. Rebecca Robinson of 701 SW 2nd Terrace be permitted to install a screen enclosure around her swimming pool at this location. The screen ` enclosure would be at, or near, the property line instead of the required setback of 5 feet. The City Commission approved this recommendation on the motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Kay. The vote was 4-0 for approval. (c) The Planning and Zoning Board recommended to the Commission that the petition of Mr. Howard Hirsch to zone lots 1 and 4 and the east portion of lots 2 and 3 in Block 13, Town of Dania, Subdivision to B2. The City Commission authorized a Public Hearing for January 17, 1972 at 8: 20 PM. Motion was made by Mr. Kay, seconded by Mr. Salvino. The vote was 4-0 for approval. ffa Page 2 (Continued) (d) The Planning and Zoning Board brought to the attention of the Commission, their discussion of modifying the setback lines for West Dania Beach Boulevard. It was determined that they should stay as they are, so no action was taken. The Commission acknowledged the receipt of this information. (e) The Planning and Zoning Board had an informal discussion on the proposed shopping center for East Dania Beach Boulevard. No action could be taken, but the City Manager reported to the Commission that the applicants have now filed for a formal hearing before the Planning and Zoning Board. (f) The Bama Corporation presented 3 proposals to the Planning and Zoning Board: 1. The Plat was approved by the Board. 2. Request for zoning changes necessary for the Development. This was approved by the Board. 3. A Site Development Plan was presented but failed on approval by a 2-2 vote. The City Commission set a Public Hearing for 8: 30 PM on January 17, 1972 on this application. Motion by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Salvino that a Public Hearing be held. The vote was 4-0 for approval. 7. The second reading for the ordinance to increase the tap-in charge for water service and the tie-in charge for sewer service to $75 each, was heard. Motion by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Salvino to have these charges raised to $75. The vote was 4-0 for approval. 8. The second reading for the ordinance on R-3 zoning was deferred to the next meeting. 9. The Employee Christmas Bonuses, totalling $1,960.00 was discussed. Motion by Mr. Salvino, seconded by Mr. Ray for this approval. Vote was 4-0 for approval. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT 1. The City Manager presented to the Commission, a problem concerning the renovating of a building known as the "Scene", which encroaches in the City right-of-way to the rear. Mr. Anselmo, Attorney, presented a letter from his client and basically agreed that the building did encroach, and that if they were permitted to renovate this part inside the building that at such time as the City might need this right-of-way, this encroachment would be removed at no cost to the City. The City Manager recommended that this be approved. Motion by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Salvino that Mr. Anselmo provide an agreement of a recordable nature setting forth this understanding. The motion passed on a 4-0 vote for approval of the permit on this basis. December 20, 1971 ems', Page 3 (Continued) "r 2 The City Manager presented to the Commission his recommendation that an unneeded 8' feet of street right-of-way on the East {; of 2nd Avenue, between SE 1st Street and Park Street, be sold to Mr. Marks , the owner of the adjacent lot. The price agreed upon was $1,224.66. Motion by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Salvino that the City Attorney was authorized to draw a resolution to accomplish this purpose. The vote was 4-0 for approval. 3. The City Manager reported to the Commission on the letter of committment from D.O.T. , that the State would provide landscaping in the amount of $25,000 for Beach Boulevard and $1,000 for the necessary Engineering. The City Manager also reported that the Dania Improvement Committee had contributed $500 to assist in this beautification. The Manager expects another $200 from the Dania Rotary Club for this project. Mr. Moninger had also indicated that the City would receive $2,000 grant to assist in this program. 4. The City Manager asked the Commission to approve a dedication of the plaque for the City Hall, to be held January 17, 1972 at 7:30 PM to cooperate with Mrs. Robert Houston. This was agreed upon. 5. The City Manager reported to the Commission on the problems with Lewis Boat Sales. These problems are generally administrative in nature, and Mr. Lewis agreed to cooperate and they will be worked out. 6. The City Commission had requested that the land between the Dania Jai-Lai and the Danian Apartments be cleared. The City Manager reported that Mr. Bailey and Mr. Warnoff had agreed to work together to clear this land. 7. The City Manager reported that Mr. Dunn, Senior Sewer Plant Operator is leaving the City to work for Margate Utilities due only to the salary offered. His letter compliments the City of Dania. 8. The question of the Georgetown Furniture Store was continued into the next meeting for further information. 10. The City Clerk's salary was established at $11,500 upon the recommendation of the City Manager. The City Commission, upon a motion by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Salvino, authorized the same percentage increase to all Department Heads that was granted to the City Clerk. The City Manager's recommendation concerning longevity pay was approved, and the Manager was authorized to implement t. December 20, 1971 Page 4 (Continued) i i this provision so as to reward all employees for their loyalty on equal basis. The above salary adjustments and longevity pay was approved on a motion by Mr. Kay, seconded by Mr. Salvino. A roll call vote was taken. VOTE: Mr. Kay: yes Mr. Kelly; yes Mr. Salvino: yes Mayor Jackson: yes CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT • 1. The City Attorney, read on first reading, an amendment to the Utility tax ordinance. This amendment provided that the Utility tax of 10% on the first $250 be levied on sewer service charges. Mr. Kelly pointed out that 4 revenue should be placed in the General Fund from this tax. The City Attorney was instructed to amend the ordinance to provide that the funds be placed in the General Fund. Motion made by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Kay to approve the amendment as amended. The vote was 4-0 for approval. • By motion of Mr. Kay, seconded by Mr. Salvino, the City Manager's salary was set at $17,000. After much discussion, it was pointed out that this had been provided for in the budget as had been the increase for the City Clerk and the City Attorney. Mr. Kay's motion on the City Manager's salary included the car expenses as also provided for in the budget. A roll call vote was taken. O VOTE: Mr. Kay: yes Mr. Kelly: yes Mr. Salvino: yes Mayor Jackson: yes A Discussion was had between the Commissioners and the audience as to this being good for the City. It was then suggested by Mr. Kelly that this be cleared with the Wage and Price Board. The City Attorney stated that in his opinion, the increase was proper, but he would look into the matter. The City Manager reported that the Finance Committee had again met with the Fiscal Agents Jones and Clark and that the Chairman, Mr. Kelly, would report on this meeting. It was then decided that this matter would be discussed at the end of the Agenda. December 20, 1971. 4 Page 5 (Continued) 2. The City Attorney presented a resolution adopting the agreement with Broome & Farina for the Engineering work to be done to sewer the remainder of the City in conjunction with the work the Fiscal Agents would be doing. Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Kay to adopt the resolution. The vote was 4-0 for approval. 3. The City Attorney presented a resolution which increased the monthly benefit by $20 to four older employees, which were retired prior to the present Pension Plan. Motion by Mr. Kay, seconded by Mr. Salvino to adopt this resolution. The vote was 4-0 for approval. 4. The City Attorney introduced the resolution adopting the recommended changes in the Civil Service Rules. He advised the Commission that the proper way to implement these changes was to instruct the City Manager to make the necessary changes. Motion by Mr. Salvino, seconded by Mr. Kay to adopt with corrections. The vote was 4-0 for approval. 5. The City Attorney introduced the resolution approving the agreement with FAA for a Navigational Aid to be placed in the right-of-way of NE 7th Avenue, south of Taylor Road. Motion by Mr. Kay, seconded by Mr. Salvino. The vote was 4-0 for approval. ------ ------------------------------------------------------- ?. Mr. Marrone appeared before the Commission on the rezoning of certain properties East of Sth Court. The ordinance was passed on third reading, including the rezoning of Lot 3 as recommended. The same motion to plat for this subdivision was approved on final reading. Motion by Mr. Salvino, seconded by Mr. Kay and approved on a 4-0 vote. 4 f COUNCILMEN'S DISCUSSION 1. Mr. Kelly requested that the Commission consider a pay raise for the Police and Firemen. After much discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Salvino that a one- step increase be granted to the Police and Firemen and that the Trainee salary remain the same. A roll call vote was taken. VOTE: Mr. Kay: yes Mr. Kelly: yes Mr. Salvino: yes Mayor Jackson: yes December 20, 1971. Amok C� Page 6 (Continued) 2. Mr. Kelly, Chairman of the Finance Committee, brought to the attention of the Commission, the proposal from R. A. Jones, to act as Fiscal Agent for the City. .c* Mr. Kelly made a motion that this proposal be turned over to the City Attorney to draw an agreement to present to the Commission at the next meeting, which will adopt this proposal as modified if necessary. The other Commissioners indicated that Mr. Jones was their s choice and complimented the Finance Committee for the extra rt' efforts made in arriving at this decision. Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Ray that the City Attorney bring this before the Commission at the next meeting for necessary action. The vote was 4-0 for approval. 3. The Meeting was adjourned. E- R. Clay Willia . Jackson City Clerk Mayor z i December 20, 1971.