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HomeMy WebLinkAbout34804 - MINUTES - City Commission 9S MINUTES . �. DANIA CITY COMMISSION F REGULAR MEETING Ht, MAY 26, 1992 ;®q, INVOCATION BY WANDA MULLIKIN PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :, •` ROLL CALL: } j Present: Mayor: Bill Hyde Vice Mayor: Bob Mikes j Comminsioners: John Bertino t! Bobbie Grace Robert Donly City Attorney : Frank Adler City Manager: Robert Flatley City Clerk: Wanda Mullikin PRESENTATIONS ADeputy of the Month, Broward Sheriff ' s Office Captain Carney, District IX, presented Deputy Carlos Carrillo with the Deputy of the Month Award for April . lie commented on his professional efforts in felony and drug related arrests. Captain Carney advised that Mr. Carrillo will also receive dinner for two at the Drydock Restaurant from the Optimist Club. Captain Carney reported on progress from the DUI Task Force Drive that resulted in the arrests of 15 persons in Dania . He also advised the public that information was available on Hurricane Preparedness. At. the request of Commissioner Grace, Captain Carney reminded the public again that- District. IX deputies were chosen again for the third year to receive the "Deputy of. the Year" and "Detective of the Year" awards from j the Broward Sheriff ' s Office. PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA 1 Commissioner Grace pulled item 1 . 3 from the Consent Agenda. 1 . CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner . Grace to approve Consent Agenda items 1 . 1 , 1 .2, and 1.4 with the ` exception of item 1 . 3. I The motion passed on the following roll call vote: fff commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Grace-yes I' commissioner Donly-yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes Mayor Hyde-yes ITEM PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA 1 . 3 Commissioner Grace reported that a workshop was conducted to ' discuss the changes to the Collective Bargaining Agreement with Local 3080 that involves increases for five employees at a cost to the city of $3 , 200 for the balance of the fiscal year. Cit.} `tanager Flatley advised that next month the City will continue negotiations with the union for the following fiscal year contract . Vice Mayor `likes stated ghat these changes were not part of the original contract but that the union exercised a wage reopener clause and requested additional demands on the City. REGULAR MEETING 1 MAY 26, 1992 6 . A motion was made by Commissioner Grace, seconded by Commissioner 4 Bertino to adopt the resolution approving changes to the Collective Bargaining Agreement with Metro-Broward Professional Fire Fighters Local 1080 . The motion passed on the following roll call vote: { Commissioner Bertino- yes Commissioner Grace-yes k , Commissioner Donly-yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes Mayor Hyde-yes 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS Iljf 2. 1 City Attorney Adler read the title of the resolution vacating a street right-of-way as requested by Andre and Karen Jacques for property located on SW 27 Terrace abutting Lot 24 , Block 5, Avon Heights . Will Allen, Growth Management Director, mentioned that this vacation has ])(!en continued several times and that the request involves vacation of a ?.°i ' right -of -way abutting the Dania Cut-off Canal . Mr . Allen reminded the Commission that the property is not feasible for park or public use and that the Planning & Zoning Board recommended approval . Russell Hazen , Esq . , representing the petitioners , advised that the original purpose of the platted road right-of-way was for placing a bridge across the Dania Cut-off Canal allowing access to the northern portion of property . Mr . Hazen advised that staff at Broward County confirmed that the bridge purpose was removed based on a bridge located to the west . He distributed letters from neighbors requesting approval of the request based on the present problems with vandalism, noise and littering that could be resolved with the vacation . At. Mayor Hyde ' s request , Mr . Hazen agreed that Mr . & Mrs . Jacques would be responsible for repair of the seawall at the end of the canal . Mayor- Hyde opened the public hearing . Hearing no one speak in favor or opposition , the Mayor closed the public hearing . A motion was made by Commissioner Donly , seconded by Commissioner Grace to adopt the resolution approving VC-50-91 as requested by Andre & Karen Jacques . 'I'he motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Grace-yes i Commissioner Donly-yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes f Mayor Hyde-yes I 2. 2 Will Allen, Growth Management Director, presented the variance j request by James Tylock to enclose a carport with a front yard setback ot. 19.96 feet at 1428 NW 8th Street . Mr. Allen advised that the Planning_ & Zoning Board recommended approval as the criteria for the request has been met in accordance with Code. James Tylock advised that his neighbors do not appear to have any objections to this request . Mayor Hyde opened the public hearing. Neighbors Beulah Lair and Ernest Maritz expressed approval . Hearing no further comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing . ` A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner ; Donly to approve VA-09-92 to enclose a carport at 1428 NW 8th Street as r. requested by James Tylock. t„ The motion passed on the following roll call vote: 6` Commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Grace-yes }" Commissioner Donly-yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes Mayor Ilyde-yes REGULAR MEETING 2 MAY 26, 1992 ... Mtn -.- r• y 'ti � K 'yi •- •Vp, d,�,: �;,1�'r,�; K Iu.JM_Dr^�iMf�NI�iS _ f the pecial irec 2. 3 Will Allen, Growth ManageneCheDSchoolrBoard oftBrowardSCounty for Exception (SE-06-92) request by enlargement of Dania Elementary School located at 300 SF. 2nd Avenue. He mentioned that the proposal involves 3.6 improvements amounting to SE million dollars on a 7 . 43 acre site at the northwest corner of SE 3rd Terrace and SE 2nd. Avenue. Mr. Allen stated that the Planning & Zoning Board recommended approval as along as a plan is prepared by the school board and approved by the City Commission which: 1 route for truck traffic to avoid truck traffic through Establishes a r residential neighborhoods ; i - l.) Provides a dust control plan ; i l . ) Provides for repairs and/or replacement of streets at the conclusion of construction and minor repair , such as filling potholes muting construction, and; d ) Indi ,.ateal agreement to conform to hours of construction stipulated ('ity Code . .lose Rodriguez , representing Construction Management for the School Board , advised that this enlargement will provide better conditions for 676 students frcim the existing count of 450 . 1 Vire Mayor Mikes recommended Mr . Rodriguez review the storm drainage needs bared on the drainage problem in the area. i trees be planted where Melaleuca Commissioner Bertino requested more troes have been removed on the site plan and t R driguezmagreedewithathisg E. Melaleuca trees along the property. request . 1 Mayor Hyde opened the public hearing . {`f COfl:-:tdi12a Johnson , candidat e fo r the School Board , came forward to express her support Oil this project . I pegq} Brci+sch ten expressed approval . 1 R„4,lnilo Knight mentioned that this school construction is possible from to>nd 1oliey and that the principal is taking every effort to save and/or un,vc all trees . ania f Mil(lred loner expressed ttietier Schoolapproval Board ' shlacknofrstudentaenrrollment at F,lt mentary but opposed olltn:; Elemerltarv . C • K , McFlyea expressed his approval and recommended removal of all Melaleuca trees . Rearing no further comments , the Mayor closed the public hearing . Commissioner Donly stressed the need to conserve on paper by eliminating full sets of plans being provided to the Commission to aide in environmental protection of trees and to save money. t S 5 11lotion was made by Commissioner Donlv, seconded b} Commissioner Grace n. the conditions as mentioned by Mr. All to approve 5E-06-92 with en and +' that all Melaleuca trees be removed on the site and replaced with other trees . The motion passed on the following roll call vote: I Commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Grace-yes x; l Commissioner Donly-yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes Mayor Hyde-yes 3 MAY 26 , 1992 REGULAR MBETING E .+.i,. :'y`-.�..a -. �s..f-e•..."�>. ::c'� , c,:Aw.s`�-arc',tY3AP�Ta'•T}d' �. 3. SI'PE PLANS 3 . 1 Will Allen, Growth Management Director, presented the Site Plan g request by the School Board as presented in item 2. 3 with his recommendation that drainage be approved thru the Broward County Office of Natural Resource Protection. Mr . Rodriguezagreed to amend the site plan to show the removal of all Melaleuca trees and to include 12 ' replacement trees . ssioner Grace , seconded by A mn[ inn was made by v Commissioner Donl}' Commi nded with the removal of all Melaleuca trees In approve spade as ame and showing 12 ' replacement trees . Commissioner Bertino and Mr . Rodriguez discussed the problem with young east thrittflir„slncllate into tile ethel night rand lona d Saturdays at eand rStundayscorner of The motion passed on the following roll call vote: j Commissioner Grace-yes IJ Commissioner Bertino-yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes Commissioner Donly-yes Mayor Hyde-yes 3 .2 Will Allen, Growth Management Director, advised that the Site Plan (SP-10-9?.) for a duplex at the southwest corner of NW 12 Avenue and NW 2 1 , Street by Ruby Reynolds meets minimum requirements for lot arking frontage andand lot area . The site plan also conforms with all setback, p f landscaping requirements. I " %, ice Mayor ?likes requested the inclusion of one more Live Oak tree and the petitioner agreed . ( A motion wan made. b} Commissioner Grace, seconded by Vice Mayor Mikes to r• approve sP- 10-92 for a duplex at the southwest corner of NW 12 Avenue and NW 2 Street by Ruby Reynolds with the inclusion of one more Live Oak tree . The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino yes Commissioner Grace-yes Commissioner Donly--yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes Mayor Hyde-yes iwill :Men advised that the the ordinance changing the text in the code I to require single family homes on undersized lots should be ready by ,Icily , Commuissioner Bertino requested ni also Mr. Allenaadvised that ange to the comprehensive Plan to change duple zoning . lan will take more time. to change the comprehensive P i 4 . EXPENDITURE REQUESTS - NONE Pi. DISCUSSION 5. 1 City Manager Flatley requested that the Commission hreview Dani the plans and specifications prepared by Coastal Technology reconstruction so that advertisement for bids can be accoomplished8onopes June loth. He recommended to hold a pre bid conference ` •.- bids on July 2 and schedule a Special Meeting on July 7 to approve the P' best proposal . Mr. Flatley stressed the need to begin construction before bad weather hits and advised that construction on the 55 new gust 1st and completed in September. piles should begin by Au a � < stated that the Department of Natural Harvey Sasso, Coastal Technology, r. ,x Resources Division of State Lands Lease and the Army Corp of Engineers i, r5 permit approvals are completed. On Friday, he expects staff from the tal Regulation and Broward County ONRP to Department of Environmen conduct a site inspection of the pier. His target date to receive ales permits is June 17 , 1992 , which is the scheduled pre-construction site fc meeting date with all bidders . term... . . REGULAR MEETING 4 MAY 26 , 1992 r st ) � u 1 Mr . Sasso reported that the only change to the crutch bent system plan was moving the channels up on the side of the pile cap rather then _ nipport. ing the channels below the pile cap to allot: future tap in to the tyk pile:; for Letter salvage value . ' Mr . Sanno .tdvised that meetings have been conducted with local marine contrac:tor:; to retine the repair procedures and to determine repair cost:; associated with their design. Plans have been prepared to include ,t pt <,jected base bid and a Lid alternate one 8 two. i . The base bid is estimated at $495, 000 which includes structural repairs to the foundation with project: mobilization , new prestressed concrete f 1 failings , steel support beams , miscellaneous concrete repairs and minor t j itnpr,,vement;a to water and electric utilities. Bid alternate one includes rehabilitation of the superstructure and Itiliti,s including new plastic wood mailers , new water lines , bait and new electric lighting designed in accordance with Department 1 of rt:ural Resources (DNH) and the Sea Turtle Protection Program (STPP) for summer/winter conditions . This cost is estimated at S70, 000. Bid alternate tw,, will be included in the contract in order to obtain pricos relative to a new wood deck for the entire pier and new shade sholter which is estimated at $115 , 000 . Kevin M . McCabe, Coastal Technology, expressed his need to confer with tho City Attorney on the City ' s legal obligations for selection of the bid in accordance with the contract requirements . 11. was determined that the Commission would review and define the bid { 1 contract over the next two weeks so their input can be obtained and changes made at the next regular meeting of June 9, 1992 . 5.2 Sheri Coale, Chairman for the Airport Advisory Board, reported on let.tern sent to William Berry, Flight Standards Division, FAA in Georgia and James Reynolds, Broward County Aviation Division, requesting safety information relating to the unsafe landing of a Lockheed L-100-30 aircraft on May 10, 1992. Mn . t'oale expressed her dissatisfaction with the lack of pertinent infrnurrtion that is given out from Mr . Reynold ' s office in regards to r pas:n•nger ccnmt on aircraft and aircraft tail or craft registration numbers . `it; . Coale requested the Commission allocate $25. 00 for her to obtain a tape recording of the tower operations during the Lockheed landing . The board feels they can obtain information that FAA was aware that the I aircraft exceeded the weight restriction , they can determine what ro!ajionse was made , and if there was a declared emergency at the time of the landing . The tape would also provide a means to document the misuse + of the runway . She expressed concern that the overall attitude from the f FAA is that. it the landing left the passengers safe; there is nothing to discuss . Her feelings are that the community is continually and increasingly being placed at risk by the unsafe operation of Runway 9R27L. 'ice Mayor *likes suggested a letter be drafted and sent to Senator Graham requesting a response thru his office on this public safety issue due to lack of response from FAA. Commissioner Bertino recommended to include Clay Shaw on this letter and if no response to contact the Miami Herald and Ft . Lauderdale News . 6. APPOINTMENTS 6. 1 Appointment of one alternate member to the Civil Service Board and two nominees for employees' election was continued to June 9, 1992. 6 . 2 Appointment of one alternate member to the Airport Advisory Board due to resignation of Jay Fields was continued to June 9, 1992. 6. 3 A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by commissioner Donly to reappoint William Sargent as electrical contractor member on the Unsafe Structures Board . - t REGULAR MEETING 5 MAY 26, 1992 ..:, -...M1,� ...r+.""": ww.�t:v .:r «:,a:r,.Jy .�, 7n.-�,wa+. rx;c'�'st•.+�.e-s'cavac•wr<.—rt-�sm. _.-... _ - , tii 4 •IM Y;T� �C Y, h V The. motion passed on the following roll call vote: � 9yxF;� " Commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Grace-yes pew' Commissioner Donly- yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yea 'i4 Mayor Hyde-yea I �� ` • Appointment of one member to replace Robert 'Zeller on this board was continued to June 9, 1992. „ f+ 6 .4 A motion was made by Commissioner Bertino, seconded by Commissioner f Donly to reappoint Peggy Breeschoten as member in lieu of sub-contractor on the Code Enforcement Board. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Grace-yes Commissioner Donly-yes Vice Mayor Mikes-yes 1 Mayor Hyde-yes 7 . CITIZENS ' COMMENTS- NONE i U . ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS CITY MANAGER City Manager Flatley thanked those citizens who participated in the planting of the cloverleaf at the beach . C ITY A'P'I'ORNP.Y City Attorney Adler reported that the cost for food for the planting s - project amounted to $103.00. 9 . COMMISSION COMMENTS 9 . 1 COMMISSIONER BERTINO !{ For betLer agenda reference, Commissioner Bertino suggested to number Lhe backup pages for each individual agenda item consecutively at the i upper right corner. ( - Commissioner Bertino mentioned that the Broward County Nude Dancer I Ordinance was upheld in the Broward Circuit Court. He recommended that fI Dania draft an ordinance along these same guidelines. C 1 9.2 COMMISSIONER DONLY - NO COMMENTS 9 . '5 COMMISSIONER GRACE , I j Commissioner Grace reported on her attendance at a ceremony for the Merchant Marines and that President Bush has acknowledge May 22 as Merchant Marine Day. She mentioned the need to honor the Merchant Marines who died in the Korean War and all those who have served and idied for our country. She expressed appreciation to all those who attended the Chester Byrd Day activities and commented on improvements at Modello Park. Commissioner Grace mentioned the need to encourage single family construction over duplex as a means to improve the City. 9 .4 VICE MAYOR MIKES 4:. Vice Mayor Mikes mentioned damage that has been done to a light at the ` beach. Mr. Flatley advised that the damage to the light was caused when the bungee jump crane left the beach and that Bungee Jump, Inc. .; insurance will cover repairs. sJ Vice Mayor Mikes requested fence repair at Northside Park and to contact FDOT to see if they changed the timing on the traffic light at Griffin x.., '< Road. Mr. Flatley was also asked to check with BSO about the traffic ;. REGULAR MEETING 6 MAY 26, 1992 I ' i 1 i . ,.,-.- rT w.x._,.�.o•` r S t ',..-.v-..... +. -:1-..0. .�.-- --_x�rCc.�.�'Z"rK'Ps,•?- R° l�'e4�h°' � •,'�F',r(' - w.. •t , ' Lei t s' 77 .y "'t4' jam going into John Loyd Park that causes an access problem for persons r ter.,, ki AM in Co Dania Beach . a ' 9 . 5 MAYOR HYDE: It f 5 Mayor Hyde requested an update on the City' s taking over the bridge at ; � Ry S .W. 30th Avenue. :4 City Manager Flatley advised that he has not received formal ; 4t notification from the County on turnover of the bridge. z .: � C .F. fii71 advised the Commission of the problem with street people ` sleeping and loitering around the Texaco gas station. Mr. Hill commented on the method used in constructing the original pier opposed to the methods presently proposed. This regular meeting was then adjourned. i MAYOR COMMIONER ( s jff1 . CITY CLERK-AUDITOR (4 4r i f 1 I - I 1 I ; 1 ' I y F F _ j REGULAR MEETING 7 MAY 26 , 1997. 1 r" � 'hfD�C,'c^°?W.s-ap�'vi'a""'�,r �y��k[F '�1=;� ��l�n� v�"✓•=�•F.n�. � W _•� .h� '� 1 .. +ma+.eya,c, •. T l � � AGENDA DANIA CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MAY 26, 1992 8:00 P.M. ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY T@9 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 IS TESTIMO TIANDREVOIDENCEFUPONEWflICHETEfSNGS APPEALMISETOAD HBE@BASHD� INCLUDES THE I j INVOCATION ROLL CALL PRESENTATIONS • Deputy of the Month, Broward Sheriff ' s Office. 1 . CONSENT AGENDA Resolutions 1 . 1 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE EARTH SUMMIT IN ITS ATTEMPT TO FIND AND AFFECT SOLUTIONS TO OUR GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECONOMIC PROBLEMS AT THE MEETING IN RIO DE JANIERO TO HE HELD THIS SUMMER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE" HE j 1 . 2 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OFANDANIA, FINGIFOR ANCEFECTIVETDATE. " i IMPORTANCE OF SEA TURTLES; NG NGES 1 1 . 3 IA, FLO COLLECTIVE IBARGAINING ON OF THE CAGREEMENT ITY OF NBETWEENR THE, CITYROFIDANIAAAND TO I METRO-BROWARD PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL 3080; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. " 1 .4 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA APPROVING SOVEREIGNTY SUBMERGED LANDS LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF DANIA AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT TRUST FUND OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE DANIA FISHING PIER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. " j 2 . PUBLIC HEARINGS 2 . 1 Petitioner/Owner - Andre and Karen Jacques; property located on SW 27 Terrace abutting lot 24 , block 5, Avon Heights i Public Hearing - VC-50-91 - Adoption of resolution vacating street right-of-way. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA,ESCR VACATING THAT CERTAIN OF SW ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY LEGALLY RECORDEDIINDPLAT BOOKAS: A0RT 38IOPAGE 38,20FTTHE RACE, AVON HEIGHTS, AS PUBLIC RECORDS OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PORTION 0 5 OFE ESAID AVONTHEIGHTS,LLYINGEBETWEENAST OF ATHEAEASTERLYJACENT TO 1 { PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) EXTENSION OF THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 24 AND THE EASTERLY EXTEN- SION OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 24 ; SAID LANDS SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. " (Continued from 5/12/92 city commission meeting. ) 2 .2 Petitioner/Owner - James Tylock; property located at 1428 N.W. 8th Street. Public Hearing - VA-09-92 - a variance is requested to enclose a carport with a front yard setback of 19.96 feet (minimum 25 feet required) . roward 2. 3 Petitione Alocated at0300rS.E.The 2ndSchool AvenueBoard(DaniafElementary County; property School ) . Public Hearing - SE-06-92 - request for special exception for enlargement of Dania Elementary School . SITE PLANS 3. 1 SP-07-92 - a site plan approval is requested for enlargement of Dania Elementary School, 300 S.E. 2nd Avenue. 3.2 Sp-10-92 - a site plan approval is requested for a duplex at the southwest corner of N.W. 12th Avenue and N.W. 2nd Street. 4 . EXPENDITURE REQUESTS J 5 . DISCUSSION 5. 1 Final review of plans and specifications for the Dania Pier ; reconstruction prior to going to bid. i 5.2 Airport Advisory Board report by Sheri Coale. 6. APPOINTMENTS 8. 1 Appointment of one alternate member to the Civil Service Board. .. i Also two nominees are needed for the employees ' election. to the Airport Advisory Board due to the 8. 2 Appointment of one member { resignation of Jay Field. 8.3 Appointment of one member to the Unsafe Structures Board due to the death of Robert Zeller. (Must be a citizen experienced in social problems. ) Also, one appointment is needed for William Sargent whose term expires May, 1992 . His position was for the electrical contractor member. 8.4 One appointment is needed to replace Peggy Breeschoten whose term expired May 22, 1992 . Her position on this board was in lieu of a I sub-contractor. 2 fp oti�y 9 . CITIZENS' COMMENTS - Comments by Dania citizens or interested parties that are not a part of the regular agenda should be given in writing or I econd (2nd) and fourth communicated verbally prior to 4 :00 p.m. the s (4th) Monday of each month. Comments of any nature will be responded to by the office of the City Manager. In the event that the concern remains unresolved, the citizen(s) or party will be asked to address the City Commission during the meeting. 10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS M City Manager City Attorney 11 . COMMISSION COMMENTS i 11 . 1 Commissioner Bertino 11 .2 Commissioner Donly 11 . 3 Commissioner Grace 11 .4 Vice-Mayor Mikes 11 . 5 Mayor Hyde i r. N 1 3 `.ry rrt i�•a � F..6a MINUTES DANIA CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING MAY 26, 1992 a ROLL CALL: j Present: Ma or. Bill Hyde Vice Mayor: Robert Mikes Commissioners: John Bobbie Grace Robert Donly City Attorney: Frank Adler j City Manager: Robert Flatley i City Clerk: Wanda Mullikin i 1. Discussion on Dania Beach Grill Steve Snyder, President of Aragon Group, Inc., requested direction from the Commission on the type of activity and operation they want for the Beach Grill area. Mr. Snyder suggested the possibility of allowing a family business enterprise to operate a beach concession and read letters of reference from large beach facilities expressing the positive performance of the Boucher Family operations. Commission comments were expressed on the need to bring activities to Dania Beach in an effort to ` increase parking revenue to the City and providing cabana rental and motorized water sports. + Further concerns were brought up on the safety factor of these vehicles and Jim Boucher advised that his operation has not incurred any accidents in four years. He reported that his major profit I comes from cabana rentals and food concessions and not from the water vehicles. 1 Vice Mayor Mikes requested Mr. Snyder clarify his plans for construction of the hotel at Seafair as a 1 means to determine beach needs. Mr. Snyder advised that he has been unable to retain domestic hotel financing for the project based on the present economy. i Mayor Hyde suggested to address the Seafair issue at a separate workshop and deal with the issue of the Beach Grill tonight. Commissioner Donly expressed the need to protect the natural resource at the beach and to be cautious about turning the beach into a carnival style operation. Further discussion followed with Mr. Boucher on his business operations. The Commission for generally revie w b reed to have y the commission.Mr. Snyder bring back a proposal for the Beach Grill property P This workshop meeting adjourned. i i I MAYOR-COMMISSIONER t eITY CLERK- UDITOR k I MAY 26, 1992 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 I Owl. 12, AGENDA � = DANIA CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING { MAY 26, 1992 7 :00 P.M. � 1 . 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