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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNULL (481) Y 1 a I i i i THE BEGINNING OF SEPTEMBER 2 , 1997 SPECIAL MEETING i i i I I i - 1 Y MINUTES DANIA CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 2, 1997 I MAYOR MIKES CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7.30 P.M. I ROLL CALL: Present: Mayor: Bob Mikes Vice Mayor: Jim Cali Commissioners: John Bertino I John Etling Bill Hyde Asst. City Attorney: Tim Ryan City Manager: Mike Smith City Clerk: Marie Jabalee ! 1. Discussion of dredge and fill project at Tigertail Lake. i City Manager Smith mentioned that staff needs additional direction from the City Commission on selling the fill that is expected from the Tigertail Lake dredging project. Don Windham, Calvin & Giordano Associates, reported that Broward County expressed interest in purchasing approximately 700,000 yards of fill from the Tigertail project for the beginning of the year. His office sent all soil contamination tests clearing the soil, but no further word has been received from Broward County. The bid opening is scheduled September 9, 1997. Mr. Windham suggested that the City might want to consider going forward with the original plan of paying all costs up front and allowing the awarded contractor to provide a credit back on the remaining part of the fill. City Manager Smith stressed the importance of completing the access road for the Bass Pro Project and mentioned staffs efforts to contact Broward County's Engineering staff to confirm the purchase of the fill to no avail. The bid documents must be restructured to encourage interest from contractors on submitting a bid for the project. I i Mr. Windham clarified that the City is responsible for Part A of the bid documents which is estimated at$556,000 to clear the site, dredge the fill for the road and Tri-rail site, and dredge 4,000 cubic yards to widen Anglers Avenue. This would leave an estimated 500,000 cubic yards of fill at the bottom of the lake that the City should be able to sell at a $1.00 a yard to offset the up front costs. Mr. Windham was confident that contractors would be interested in the project and MINUTES-SPECIAL MEETING 1 SEPTEMBER 2, 1997 n that the bid opening should go as scheduled. If there is no interest, the project could then be readvertised. Mayor Mikes questioned the City's obligation on supplying the fill for the Tri-Rail Station. City Manager Smith confirmed that the Bass Pro Agreement covers the City's obligation. The City Commission decided to go forward with the bid opening on September 9, 1997. 2. Public Hearing on Resolution adopting the revised Evaluation and Appraisal Report. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE REVISED EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT FOR THE CITY OF DANIA'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT AND PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE." City Manager Smith mentioned that the EAR process was started in 1995 and that this resolution was continued for additional language revisions. Leigh Kerr, City Planning Consultant, and the City Commission discussed the language adjustments to the EAR. (See attached letter to Florida Department of Community Affairs from Leigh Kerr.) A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Cali, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to amend the resolution with the revisions as presented. Matt Wakenight, Equity Residential Properties— Paradise Point Apartments, expressed his displeasure with being delayed since July 1996 on obtaining the Comprehensive Plan amendments affecting his 60 unit apartment complex. Mayor Mikes stressed the importance of the City reviewing the document carefully before submitting it to the State Department of Community Affairs so as not to incur additional delay. Mr. Kerr agreed to communicate with the State on the City's need for EAR approval to expedite the Paradise Point project. The motion to amend the resolution passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Etling -yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice-Mayor Cali-yes Mayor Mikes- yes Mayor Mikes opened the public hearing. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Mikes closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Commissioner Hyde, seconded by Commissioner Bertino, to adopt the resolution as amended approving the revised Evaluation J and Appraisal Report for the City of Dania's Comprehensive Plan. MINUTES-SPECIAL MEETING 2 SEPTEMBER 2, 1997 :Y -..� The motion to adopt the resolution as amended passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Bertino-yes Commissioner Etling -yes Commissioner Hyde - yes Vice-Mayor Cali-yes Mayor Mikes - yes 3. Discussion of design guidelines for gas stations and other commercial structures and moratorium options. I City Manager Smith presented correspondence from Earl Gallop on establishing a moratorium and recommended including the design guidelines for service stations and commercial buildings on all new development. Terry Virta, Growth Management Director, commented on the standards covered in the Dania Code under variances and special exceptions. City Attorney Ryan mentioned that the variance process would have to be followed on the design guidelines even though the wording states exception. Mr. Virta recommended a minimum 500-foot distance between gas stations based on the high volume of traffic generated from service stations and to maximize the use of existing structures in the downtown area before creating new structures. Mayor Mikes mentioned that a review process is currently in place according to the Dania Code under"Downtown Dania Redevelopment District' and that staff should receive the most updated "Mainstreet Renovation Design Guidelines." i Vice-Mayor Cali mentioned that the survey that was prepared by the State Department of Historic Resources clearly defines the boundaries and all the significant historical properties in the downtown area. Mayor Mikes allowed public comment at this time. Gloria Daly mentioned that traffic is currently very heavy near the two existing gas stations on Federal Highway. She opposed the idea of allowing another gas station development as proposed by Racetrac Petroleum for the Broward Linen property. An unidentified citizen presented his comments on the dangers of allowing another gas station to be built on the proposed Racetrac Petroleum site. Barbara Hall, Attorney for Racetrac Petroleum, opposed the City's efforts to adopt any regulations that would prevent her client's gas station from being developed. Mayor Mikes suggested that Racetrac Petroleum may want to e better fit for a historic community. consider a project that might b Y Vice-Mayor Cali suggested the idea of building a service station storefront along the sidewalk to fit into configuration with all of the traditional buildings on mainstreet. The modern equipment like the fuel pumps and car wash could be placed in the parking area behind the building. Attorney Hall mentioned that her client disagrees with this design concept or that there is additional liability associated with the location due to traffic concerns. Attorney Hall stressed desire MINUTES-SPECIAL MEETING 3 SEPTEMBER 2, 1997 to design the gas station to be compatible with the downtown district and that 1 timing is a consideration since Racetract Petroleum is paying a high charge to i carry the property until site plan approval. Attorney Hall suggested the idea of placing an agreement on the next agenda that would represent each party's legal i position for further negotiation on the matter. The City Commission expressed its desire to work with Racetrac Petroleum to ensure safety and compatibility with the gas station project. Gloria Daly was concerned with the ingress and egress on Federal Highway and Griffin Road with the size of the projected gas station. IVito Mancino questioned the actual boundaries of the downtown area and mentioned the need to impose regulations for the entire Federal Highway corridor. 4. Discussion of creating a Historic Preservation District. City Manager Smith mentioned that there are a lot of historic structures from Old Griffin Road south to Sheridan Street that need to be preserved. The historic district has to be created and the process has to be started to get it officially recognized by Broward County. Vice-Mayor Cali mentioned that the survey for the downtown area was completed by students from FAU and certified with the State of Florida. It is important for l the City to adopt the designated Historic District to preserve assets and obtain grant opportunities from the State of Florida, Historic Preservation Trust fund. City Manager Smith agreed to present a draft ordinance on the next agenda. 5. Discussion of Districting. (Vice-Mayor Cali) Vice-Mayor Cali recommended to prepare the legal documentation to place a referendum on the November School Board Election in order to change the Charter by electing the Mayor at Large and commissioners to represent four geographic districts. He presented the following benefits: *Increasing accountability on commissioners serving each district; *Strengthening neighborhood associations; *Lowering barriers on raising campaign funds for entry commission candidates; *Ending the expensive Primary Election system; *Accomplishing more citizen input and equal representation. Attorney Ryan mentioned that the first step would be to draft an ordinance that would include the specific language for the referendum. Once the ordinance is adopted, the issue would be placed on the referendum for a vote of the citizens. Vice-Mayor Cali did not believe that the term limits would be affected by the Charter change and that there would be a higher turnover of commissioners and individuals in the civic associations willing to run for positions. J MINUTES-SPECIAL MEETING 4 SEPTEMBER 2, 1997 Commissioner Bertino agreed that there are positives and negatives to the change but was concerned that the Mayor election might provide more power over the commission seats. City Clerk Jabalee advised that as of this afternoon the Broward County School Board had not come to a decision on whether they were going to allow municipal issues to be added to their ballot. The Broward County Supervisor of Elections has no authority on the timing or input on the ballot and a decision was expected from the School Board tomorrow. Mayor Mikes suggested the idea of having an expert speak on the districting issue. Vice-Mayor Cali mentioned that Dr. Ronald Schwartz, FAU, is an expert on the matter. Discussion followed on the benefit of having the mayor rotated every year so that different areas of the city have an opportunity as mayor. City Clerk Jabalee agreed to report back on the school board's decision. The City Commission generally agreed that a number of different alternatives should be included on the ballot and that the matter needs further discussion with an expert. Attorney Ryan reported on the rehabilitation progress of Attorney Frank Adler. THIS MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. AYOR-C MMISSIONER CIT CLERIf UDI OR MINUTES-SPECIAL MEETING 5 SEPTEMBER 2, 1997 y AGENDA DANIA CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING SEPTEMBER Z 1997 7:30 P.M. 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 BE BASED. LOBBYIST REGISTRATION REQUIRED - REGISTRATION AS A LOBBYIST IN THE CITY OF DANIA IS REQUIRED IF ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION IS BEING PAID TO LOBBY THE COMMISSION ON ANY PETITION OR ISSUE PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 01.93. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE IN THE ADMINISTRATION CENTER. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, PERSONS NEEDING ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF THESE PROCEEDINGS SHOULD CONTACT MARIE JABALEE, CITY CLERK, 100 W. DANIA BEACH BLVD, DANIA, FL 33004, (954) 921-8700 EXT. 202, AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO MEETING. I I DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: 1. Discussion of dredge and fill project at Tigertail Lake. 2. Public Hearing on Resolution adopting the revised Evaluation and Appraisal Report. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE REVISED EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT FOR THE CITY OF DANIA'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT AND PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE." 3. Discussion of design guidelines for gas stations and other commercial structures and moratorium options. 4. Discussion of creating a Historic Preservation District. 5. Discussion of Districting. (Vice-Mayor Cali) I ,y ILsAgh M5&nw h1 KerT Associates, Inc. 1 Member,American Institute of certified Planners 1 i ! September 4, 1997 i i Kenneth Metcalf Community Programs Administrator j Florida Department of Community Affairs I 2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard ! Tallahassee,Florida 32399-2100 RE: CITY OF DANIA EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT I Dear Ken: I Attached please find the revisions to the Evaluation and Appraisal Report approved by Resolution by the City Commission at its September 2, 1997 meeting. These revisions incorporate the changes outlined in my June 10, 1997 letter, (copy attached), as well as some additions/corrections the Commission made at its September 2, 1997. The following will provide an outline of the Commission's revisions: i j Title Pa e: Change: Traffic Circulation I Corrected McIntosh to read Eller Drive Traffic Circulation 5 Corrected Street to read Avenue I ! I - 3 p N ° Planning • Zoning a Land Use 0 Expert Testimony • i 808 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 104, Ft Lauderdale, Florida 33301 j Phone: (954) 467-6308 Fax: (954)467-6309 Leigh Robinson Kerr and Associates, Inc. September 4, 1997 .Page 2 of 3 Coast Management Element 5 Corrected two (2) and three(3) lane to read only two (2) lane. Also indicated that this is a roadway with expanded right-of-way which is anticipated to be used by the City for drainage. Adopted Objectives, 1 Additional bullet that further demonstrates Comparisons/Results compliance with Objective H. Adopted Objectives, 10 The second bullet under Object III has been revised to Comparisons/Results indicate accurately that the implementation of the project has been initiated. Adopted Objectives, 10 Objective VI: the first bullet has been revised to Comparisons/Results reflect that the wellfields will not be abandoned and this is consistent with other text changes previously included in the EAR as found under Potable Water - II. Existing Conditions(page 10.). :However, the bullet is still consistent as it does reduce the threat of salt water intrusion because there is reduced demand on the existing wells. i Adopted Objectives, 21 An additional bullet has been added to further enhance Comparisons/Results the meeting of this Objective VI. Problems of Development 2 The Commission reviewed in some detail this previously provided review of some problems of development in the annexed area. It is their belief that they intend to preserve the residential areas via the compatibility analysis. It is not likely that significant conflicts will occur. This would relate to items a. and b. As it relates to item c., Fire Service has already been developed in the area via the construction of a fire station to serve the western community. Unforeseen/Unanticipated 1-2 Item B. has been reworded. Problems and Opportunities . J a j 59 � Leigh Robinson Kerr and Associates,Inc. September 4, 1997 Page 3 of 3 I trust the above and the attached are consistent with our ongoing discussions regarding jfinding the City of Dania's EAR sufficient. This would enable us to move forward with the plan amendments needed to update our plan in conformance with 9J-5 and Florida Statute 163. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future regarding the sufficiency of the _ Dania EAR. i Sin er y II i Leig R. Kerr, AICP President LRK/ker cc: Michael Slnith, City Manager i i i i I I i I y \ 08/25/97 13:56 $'954 9218807 Calvin, Giordano fd1001/002 { C2k*% wnmp 1i A'1'Sociates, fim d 1 „A &Wheerz ArM1ayor3 Pbn rs JOakwoodBwkvud l - 20 Hnibwood,Fiodda 3302D Two Oakwood Boulevard, Suite 120 HORYwood, FL 33020 (964)921-7781 • Fax (954)921-8807 I I FACSIMILE TO: Michael W. Smith DATE: 8/25/97 i City of Dania FAX: 921-2604 FROM: Russell M.Howell,PE No.Pg's: 2(mcl.cover) 1 E Tigertail Lake Dredge&Fill CITY OF DANIA CC: File PROJ.#: 95-1449 The following page is Addendum#4 for the above referers ed project i If you attended the mandatory P a-Bid Meeting,it is VERY IMPORTANT that you notify me via return fax your acknowledgment of receipt of this addendum by signing or initialing below. This j signaauefioi6al is Qt�}'t0 9CItT,o�W fdrpr IYCejpt oft_ j��S f Thank you. I Calvin,Giordano&AwOciaha,Ina Fxx No-954-921-8807 I x . Aclmowled gmext of Receipt ff there is a problem concerning this transmission, please call 954-921-7781. I RW-25-19W 13:45 954 921BW7 p,01 i I v 08/25/97 13:56 %Y954 9218807 Calr1n, Giordano Q 002/002 DOCUMENT 00900 ADDENDUM NO. 4 CITY OF DANIA TIGF-RTAIL LAKE DREDGE & FILL PROJECT NO. 95-1449 DATE: August 25, 1997 iiff}};!}i}}}#tfilk#f;ttlti4#t4}!}#}}ii}#}}}f!f#}yliff}}!}kfif The following Items are issued to add to, modify and clarify Documents and Specifications. These items shall have full force ad the ontract as the Contract Forms, and cost involved shall be included in the Bid prices, A. IN THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS: 1. In Section 00020, page 00020-1, second paragraph, CHANGE the bid acceptance and opening date from July 22, 1997 to September 9, 1997, therefore The paragraph shall read as follows; Bids will be accepted until 3:30 pm, on Tuesday, September 9 1997 in the office of the City Clerk at Dania City Hall, 100 West Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania, Florida, 33004, to be opened at a public meeting at 3:45 pm on Tuesday, September 9 1997 in the Dania City Hall Conference room located at 100 West Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania, Florida. Envelopes must be sealed and plainly marked "TIGERTAIL LAKE DREDGE & FILL", CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, PROJECT NO. 95-1449. I END OF DOCUMENT 95 1449 00900-3 Addendum a4 ALr�25-1997 13:45 gsq 9218667 P.02 i y \ 1 I Calvin, Giordano fi Associates, Inc. Engineers Surveyors Planners I I July 14, 1997 I Mr. Michael Smith City Manager City of Dania 100 West Dania Beach Boulevard Dania, Florida 33004 i i Re: Tigertail Lake Dredge& Fill B & C Project No.: 95-1449 i Dear Mr. Smith: I Calvin, Giordano & Associates had asked for your permission to postpone the bid opening for the Tigertail Dredge & Fill project from July 22 until August 5, 1997. This time extension will allow us to discuss with the commission the project specifications and concerns that contractors have about the bidding process. We received several comments from contractors pertaining to the desire of the City to not have any direct cost associated with the project. It has always been the wishes of the City for the contractor to dredge the lake and place the required fill without j receiving payment for this work. The current project specifications and bidding documents are set up this way. It was hoped there would be enough incentive for the contractor to receive all money obtained from the sell of the additional fill. However, i during the pre-bid meeting, several contractors indicated that they could not finance the project until they were able to sell enough fill to cover their costs. One option that we believe to be in the best interest of the City is to devise a plan whereby it would pay the o`- contractor for portions of the cost to dredge and.place the required fill. A plan could ° z dw 120 require the contractor to reimburse the City Y Y Bwlean wm s 1m then be established that would re b a certain Hdl,w ,Florida 33020 time. Because a contractor may not have a market for selling the volume of excess fill (954)92I-7781 very quickly, we propose that the length of time to complete the contract be extended to (954)921-8807 fm approximately two years. This may help entice the contractor and reduce any costs that ° 6401 S.W.87thAwnw the City experience. SuiW l I l Miami,Hunch 33173 (305)279-6210 (305)279-6323 fax ° 400 Smnh Aumalian A,,n e Stub SS5 Wa Palm&-rh,Florida 33401 (561)835-0052 j (561)835-0076 faa I i i i I Mr. Michael Smith City Manager July 14, 1997 Page 2 i The contractors have stated that they may not make this project come out to a break even for the City of Dania. We will be glad to attend the commission meeting on July 22, 1997 to discuss with the commission any options and answer any questions they may have. If you have any questions or require additional information, please advise. I Sincerely, Calvin Giordano & Associates, Inc. i Russell M. Howell, PE i Project Manager RMH;tw cc: John Calvin 95-1449�mrtespondence\I RMHO714.doc i i I i j i 1 1 i I 1 I y 99 AGENDA REQUEST FORM CITY OF DANIA Date: 08-19-97 Agenda Item#: { Title: I RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE REVISED EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT { Requested Action: { PUBLIC HEARING/COMMISSION APPROVAL I t I Summary Explanation & Background: t REVISIONS TO THE CITY OF DANIA'S EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT AS RECOMMENDED BY FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS. i I Exhibits (List): RESOLUTION j LETTER FROM LEIGH R. KERR, PLANNING CONSULTANT CHANGES TO THE EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT CORRESPONDENCE FROM DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORTS (8/13/96) Purchasing Approval: 1 i I Prepared By: LEIGH R. KERR, PLANNING CONSULTANT I Source of Additional Information: (Name & Phone) Recommended for Approval By: TERRY VIRTA,AICP, GROWTH MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR Y t Commission Action: 1 Passed ❑ Failed ❑ Continued ❑ Other ❑ Comment: I � a _ I City Manager City Clerk I t I ]i i RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE REVISED EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT FOR THE CITY OF DANIA'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE AND THE SAME ARE HEREBY REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, The City of Dania is reviewing the status of the City's Comprehensive Plan through the State of Florida's mandated Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) process; and WHEREAS, The purpose of the EAR is to evaluate and assess the Comprehensive Plan in accomplishing its adopted objectives and to suggest changes i or amendments needed to update the plan or its elements, including reformulated objectives, policies and standards; and i WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Board, sitting as the City's Local Planning Agency (LPA) held a meeting on December 7, 1995 and recommended to the City Commission transmittal of the proposed Evaluation and Appraisal Report; and a WHEREAS, The City Commission held a public hearing meeting on December 12, 1995 authorizing transmission to the State of Florida Department of Community Affairs, by Resolution No. 176-95, the proposed Evaluation and Appraisal Report; and WHEREAS, The Department of Community Affairs reviewed the Evaluation and Appraisal Report by conducting a sufficiency review pursuant to Florida Statute Section i163.3191(g) and provided comments to assist in the preparation of the EAR; and WHEREAS, The City of Dania held public hearings on August 13, 1996, and i i August 26, 1997 incorporating the responses to the sufficiency issues raised by the Department of Community Affairs into the Evaluation and Appraisal Report and adopting it by Resolution No. 76-96; and i WHEREAS, pursuant to Rule 9J-5.0053(3)(g), F.A.C. the local governing body i must adopt, or adopt with changes, the proposed EAR. Resolution No. I a NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE + CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA: Section 1. The Department of Community Affairs has found the proposed changes to the City of Dania's Evaluation and Appraisal Report, as heard on August 13, 1996 and August 26, 1997 acceptable; and + Section 2. Pursuant to Florida Statutes 163.3191, the City of Dania adopts the Revised Evaluation and Appraisal Report after public hearing, on August 26, 1997 by the Dania City Commission; and Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby authorized to send copies of the adopted Revised Evaluation and Appraisal Report of the City of Dania's Comprehensive Plan, to the Department of Community Affairs for their review and finding of sufficiency, immediately following the Commission's public hearing; and Section 4. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 5. That this resolution shall be in force and take effect immediately upon its passage and adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED on this day of 1997. ATTEST: CITY CLERK -AUDITOR MAYOR - COMMISSIONER APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: CITY ATTORNEY 4 9 I 9 Resolution No. i 7 t ,q LsAgh Rc&nw 11 Kerr & Associates, Inc. • d Member,American Institute of Certified Planners _ August 19, 1997 I 1 Mr. Michael Smith, City Manager t City of Dania 100 W. Dania Blvd. Dania, FI 33004 t Re: Evaluation & Appraisal Report Dear Michael; Please schedule the revisions to the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) for the August 26, 1997 City Commission meeting. The item will be advertised in the newspaper as a public hearing. t As you are aware, we have had extensive discussions with the Florida Department of Community Affairs staff regarding revisions to the EAR that were brought up subsequent to the adoption a year ago. We have come to a resolution as evidence by the letter of July 24, 1997 (attached) by Kenneth Metcalf, Community Program Administrator, Florida Department of Community Affairs. In that letter he references previous correspondence by my office of March 21 and June 10, 1997. Copies of those correspondence are attached for your information. The import of this is that Mr. Metcalf has indicated that provided we adopt the revisions to the EAR outlined in my June 10, 1997 letter he will find it "sufficient" and will issue that finding in the immediate future. If you should have any question or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me. i Sincere , E Lei h R. Kerr, AICP i President i cc: Terry Virta _ t • Planning • Zoning • land Use • Expert Testimony • 808 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 104, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301 t Phone: (954) 467-6308 Fax: (954) 467-6309 r i �nre sy,A STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS Po LAWTON CHILES "Helping Floridians create safe, vibrant, sustainable communities" Governor i 9 IAMES F.MURLEY Secretary ® 'Se July 24, 1997 /( e, f��� key, 2 9 69/KI Mr. Leigh Kerr � r t.. Olas 104 1SgpC Ft Lauderdale, Fl. 33301 1016 I Dear Mr. Kerr: Thank you for your letters, dated March 21, 1997 and June 10, 1997, regarding ' proposed changes to the Dania adopted EAR. The Department finds the proposed changes acceptable, as outlined in your June IOth letter, and recommends that the City 1 proceed to adopt the changes to finalize the EAR. The Department will issue a finding of "sufficient" upon receipt of the resolution adopting the revised EAR. Thank you for your cooperation in working with the Department to address our concerns. I apologize for the confusion regarding some of the EAR findings and the delay in working through these issues. If you have any questions, please contact me at (904) 487-4545. Sincerely, t Kenneth Metcalf, A.I.C.P. I Community Program Administrator cc: Michael W. Smith, City Manager 1 l 1 FLORIDA RFYS Area of Oi6nl Sate cmnm ,j Field Office 27960vtnez Highway,Suite 212 f kntm,Florida 33050-2227 GAILEN SWAMP AM0I0i 9S1&Cmttm { Hdd Office ISS EaaSummer in r Brbw,Fbdda 778304WI I SOUTH FLORIDA 9 RLCOVIRYOFFIC7 2555 SHUMARD OAK BOULEVARD • TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA 32399.2100 P.O.36th SOM 1072 8600 NW.76th Phone: 904.488.8466/Suncom 278.8466 FAX: 904.921.0781/Suncom 291.0781 homy Fladda 331594022 Internet address: http://www.state.fl.us/comaff/dca.html i 4 I --- -- -......-. Ls4h lZabmwn KerT t � & Associates, Inc. Member,American Institute of Cerdried Planners j 1 I ' 1 VIA FACSIMILE f j June 10, 1997 t I Mr, Kenneth Metcalf, Community Program Administrator t State of Florida Department of Community Affairs 2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard Tallahassee, FL 32399-2100 RE: Dania Evaluation And Appraisal Report t r Dear Mr. Metcalf: i i Following our most recent conversation, we conducted additional research and analysis related to the issues raised in the Department's letter dated October 31, 1996 concerning the Dania EAR. We are proposing several modifications to the adopted EAR based on the data that is readily available. Further analysis and revisions to the EAR required to address the Department's-comments would require a substantial amount of effort and would further delay the EAR process. 0 The revisions that we are proposing are attached hereto. I will be contacting you latter this week to discuss these revision. i I a I • Planning • Zoning • Land Use • Expert Testimony • 808 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 104, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301 t Phone: (954) 467-6308 Fax: (954) 467-6309 a � Y 1 1 1 Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter. 6 Sincer y, Leig . Lerr, AICP Pres ent d LRK/ker d attachments t i a i i 9 i A I j { t I I i ��, ' a l L Text to be added to the PLANAMENDMENTS Section of he adopted EAR r D. UPDATE DATA/ANALYSIS 9 To be added to this section: The five (5) and ten (10) year population projections that will be used in the plan update are 15,019 (year 2000) and r 16,214 (year 2005). These projects will be utilize to determine level of service standards and infrastructure needs for the community. F. ICE AND TRANSPORTATION UPDATE The City recognizes that the new requirements for the transportation i element focus on linking land use and transportation planning processes as well as placing a strong emphasis on transit facilities. Broward County is responsible for regional roads in the area as well as the provision of transit F;4 facilities. At this time the County is considering the establishment of a regional transit authority along with Dade and Palm Beach Counties. During the plan update, the City will coordinate with Broward County in order to develop a local transportation element that is consistent with the County's efforts. Coordination mechanisms such as the MPO and TCC are \� currently in place and will be utilized during the plan update process. The City will also incorporate any Eastward Ho related land use plan �1 Ya amendments that are determined to be appropriate for the City. The City's land use element currently incorporates several provisions that promote mixed land uses. Plan amendments are anticipated to enhance these provisions and encourage developments that can support transit service. �G. COASTAL MANAGMENT Revisions to Rule 9J-5 modified the definition of coastal high hazard area to include those areas located in the evacuation zone for a Category I L Hurricane. There is no distinction between the category I and 2 hurricane evacuation zones within the City of Dania. In Dania, the newly defined Coastal High Hazard Area includes all of the land area located east of SE 5 Avenue/14 Avenue. The coastal high hazard area as identified in the 1 current plan is limited to the land located east of AIA. As a result of this y change in definition, plan amendments will be required to add approximately 407 acres to the coastal high hazard area. Of the 173 acres b of vacant land added to the coastal high hazard area only 26 acres (15%) V ( are developable. The remaining acreage has been purchased by the public for preservation, preserved via conservation easements, or will be restricted for development based on Broward County Department of Natural ' Resource Protection regulations due to the existence of wetlands. Public investment in the newly defined coastal high hazard area is limited to i 1 roadways, bridges and utility lines. There are no public utility plants, public service buildings or hospitals located within the coastal high hazard area. • The City has not met its objective to prepare a post disaster redevelopment plan by 1991. This objective will be reestablished during the plan amendment process. Broward County is embarking on a county-wide post disaster redevelopment plan and the City anticipates coordinating its post disaster redevelopment planning efforts with that of the County. Existing intergovernmental coordination mechanisms such as the League of Cities Technical Advisory Committee will be used to facilitate coordination of these planning efforts. Due to the limited public facilities in the coastal high hazard area it is not anticipated that major policy changes will be required as a result of the post-disaster redevelopment planning efforts. However, following a complete analysis of the existing improvements in the area and any damage due to previous storms, the City will evaluate the need to additional policies to protect the coastal high hazard area. H. NEW DEFINITIONS Several new or revised definitions have been incorporated in Rule 9J-5. The need for amendments to the plan related to the new definition of coastal high hazard area is discussed above. The term urban sprawl is anticipated to have a significant impact on many communities. However, Dania is located in the eastern, developed portion of Broward County. The corporate limits for the city do not extend west of SR 7. In addition, all of the land area in the City is located within the Broward County Urban Infill Transportation Concurency Exception Area. Therefore, the new definition for urban sprawl will not impact the City of Dania. I. HOUSING ELEMENT Amendments to Rule 9J-5 require that local governments address the housing needs of very low income households. Of the vacant land in the City approximately 207 acres is designated residential on the land use plan. Over 40 % of this residential, vacant land is designated for densities of 10 dwelling units per acre or greater. Therefore, additional land area exists to accommodate residential units for very low income households. In addition, approximately one-half of the existing dwelling units are comprised of multi-family units and mobile homes. 1990 Census data also indicates that approximately 25% of the housing stock in the City of Dania is valued below $60,000 as compared to 13% countywide. Finally the median value of dwelling units in the City is $84,600 which is almost $7,000 less than the countywide median. 9 y I Further analysis is required in order to determine if plan amendments are required to meet the housing needs of very low income households. However, readily available data indicates that the City of Dania currently i provides a substantial amount of affordable housing. I II Text to be added to paragraph LA. on page 6 of SANITARY SEWER SUBELEMENT CONDITIONS SECTION The only area served by septic tanks in the City of Dania service area is known as Melaleuca Isles which encompasses approximately 102 acres and 367 dwelling units which translates to a density of less than (4) four dwelling units per acre. This density does not exceed the maximum density for septic tanks as specified by State regulations. In addition, the area is fully developed at this time and no additional septic tanks are anticipated. The Broward County Health Unit is responsible for permitting septic tanks. At this time, representatives of the Broward County Health Unit are not aware of any problems related to the existence of septic tanks in the City. Specifically, no ground water problems linked to the existence of septic tanks are known to exist. Ground water quality data is not collected by the 1 City or the Broward County Health Unit. i III. Text to be added to paragraph II., on page 9 of DRAINAGNE AND NATURAL GROUND RECHARGE SUBELEMENT CONDITIONS SECTION The City retained a consulting engineering firm to complete a City-wide assessment of the existing drainage system. The report identified recommended improvements for the City's system. In addition, the City recently had a city-wide special assessment for maintenance and i improvements. f 1 t { i 1 LsIlgh Rebd1wim Derr & Associates, Inc. Member,American Institute of certified Planners - i ' I March 21, 1997 I � I Mr. Kenneth Metcalf Community Program Administrator Florida Department of Community Affairs f 2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2100 i RE: CITY OF DANIA -EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT t Dear Mr. Metcalf t We have had some discussions over time regarding the status of the Dania EAR. I know we had once talked about having a conference call. After reviewing the documents, I felt I it might be easier for me to spend time to provide a response document to the Department's October 31, 1996 letter. We have spent a considerable amount of time preparing this response document, which I believe addresses the points and clarifies the issues of the October 31, 1996 letter. We feel confident we have addressed in the existing I EAR document all of the Department's concerns. As you may know, we have a very small Comprehensive Plan amendment which is being held up for adoption because of the EAR status for the City of Dania. As you are aware, Dania is an infill City in eastern Broward County and the type of Comprehensive Plan amendment that we are currently reviewing is an Eastward Ho type amendment, and we would greatly appreciate your assistance in resolving the EAR status of the City at your j earliest convenience. j 1 J • Planning • Zoning • Land Use • Expert Testimony • 808 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 104, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301 1 Phone: (954) 467-6308 Fax: (954) 467-6309 r ee. i City of Dania March 21, 1996 i page 2 of 2 i I I 1 To expedite matters, we are faxing you a copy of this report, but will also send one by U.S. Mail to your attention. t As an aside, I understand you will be handling a conference at the Broward County Government Center on Monday morning. I look forward to meeting you at that time and learning of the upcoming issues as they relate to the transportation element. Again, I appreciate your assistance and interest in this matter, and hope we can come to a quick resolution in the immediate future. 1 After you have had a chance to review, please contact me so we can discuss this matter in more detail. Sincerel , i i Leig . Kerr, AICP Planning Consultant cc: Michael W. Smith, City Manager 4 j 1 i + f 1 I 1 i i { DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version 1 Response Document General Recommendation 1. The City should provide detailed evaluation of how the plan has been affected by changes to Chapter 163, Rule 9J-5, Chapter 187 and SRPP regarding: a., New rule definitions Please refer to Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 1. b. Requirements for affordable housing for very low income households. Please refer to Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page J. C. Septic tanks Please refer to Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, t Page 7. d. Policies regarding groundwater and surface water quality standards Please refer to Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rude 9J-5 Chart, Pages 9 and 10. i e. Newly defined coastal high hazard area Please refer to Adopted Objectives - Comparisons/Results Section, Page 16, and Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Pages 9 and 9. f. Post-disaster redevelopment plans ' Please refer to Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, i I Page 8. I i' Z 1+� DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 2 of 13 i g. New transportation requirements d Please refer to Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Pages 11 & 3. ` a h. Mixed uses i Please refer to Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 4. d Recommendation 2. a. The City should provide detailed information to demonstrate the level of objective achievement: Future Land Use Element Objective 8: As stated in the analysis, land development regulations were enacted on February 27, 1990 which include the requirement for services being available and meeting the level of service standards of the Comprehensive Plan. The City is an urbanized eastern Broward County city. All development permits issued by the City of Dania following adoption of the land development regulations were in t conformance with the adopted land development regulations. Objective 10: The analysis provided indicates that the land development regulations were adopted on Febntary 27, 1990. The adoption date was within one year of the adoption of the Comprehensive Plait. i 1 Housing Element i Objective 4: This objective requires the identification of two (2) low and i moderate income housing sites. The analysis indicates that six (6) sites were identified and a total of 171 units were constructed Sufficient data was provided to measure achievement. Objective 6: i The analysis provides sufficient data to indicate that the City is i i . 9 DANIA EAR 1 October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 3 of 13 continuing to conserve and rehabilitate historical housing as s identified by the rehabilitation and relocation of the Niberg- Swanson House. As indicated in the objective, new sites for demolition will be identified during the plan amendment process. Objective 7: The data provided indicates that the objective was met through the completion of a City of Dania historical survey. The survey was completed by 1992. Objective 11: This objective does not exist in the City of Dania Comprehensive Plan. i Infrastructure Element i SanitaryS ewer Objective 1: Sufficient data has been provided within the analysis to measure this objective. No additional data is needed. However, for further information, please refer to Conditions Adoption/Current Section, Sanitary Sewer Element, Analysis of Existing System, Page 7. Objective 2: The City has provided sufficient data in the analysis to measure the objective. a Solid Waste Objective 1: Sufficient data has been provided in the analysis to measure this objective. Objective 2: Sufficient data has been provided in the analysis to measure this objective. t r Y DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 4 of 13 j Objective 3: t As stated in the analysis, land development regulations were enacted which required all developments to comply with the solid waste standards. All developments since 1989 have been required to a comply with the level of service standards of the,land development regulations. Srrffrcient data has been provided to measure this i objective. i Drainage Objective 1: As indicated in the analysis, the City of Dania is a member of National Flood Insurance Program. The minimum floor elevations adopted by city ordinance exceed the National Flood Insurance Program. These measures have been adopted to provide adequate flood protection, therefore adequate data has been provided to measure the objective. Objective 5: As stated in the analysis, land development regulations were enacted which require developments to comply with all applicable Water Management rules thereby discouraging urban sprawl Sufficient data has been provided to measure this objective. i Objective 6: The City has subscribed to the Broward County Regional System and once in effect, it will abandon its existing wells, thereby reducing the threat of saltwater intrusion. These measures discourage the spread of saltwater intrusion and demonstrate compliance with the objective. Potable Water s Objective 2: The City renovated the water treatment plant which demonstrates the objective has been satisfied a i N vI y DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 5 of 13 Traffic Circulation Element Objective 4: The objective requires that the City take reasonable precautions to prevent regional roadway facilities from falling below los D. The City's land development code requires compliance with the adopted level of service D. In addition, Broward County is responsible for implementing regional roadway concurrency requirements. Mass transit fees are collected by Broward County for all developments within the Urban Inflll TCEA. These actions represent reasonable precautions. Coastal Element Objective 1: The analysis indicates that a 122 acre salt marsh was recently acquired by the public. This acquisition demonstrates compliance with the objective. I I � - Objective 2: 1 All properties in the City of Dania adjacent to the shoreline are within public ownership. All existing and proposed uses are water dependent. i Objective 3: The analysis states that no development has occurred to reduce the amount or negatively innpact existing dunes. Therefore, this objective has been measured and met. i Objective 5: 1 The City has coordinated with Broward County to improve evacuation times. In addition. City Staff has embarked upon a i training program to enhance the City's response to emergencies. a This objective has been measured and met. r y � DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 6 of 13 s Objective 7: r The City has improved estuarine environmental quality through the acquisition of a 122 acre Dania Salt Marsh. This area has been designated for residential development. This objective has been i measured and met. Objective 11: The objective requires that the City continue to maintain historic resources within the coastal zone. The analysis states that historic resources have been maintained at the 1989 levels. Therefore, this objective has been measured and met. Conservation Element Objective 2: The analysis identifies three regulations/programs that are implemented to maintain or improve the quantity/quality of water resources. This objective has been measured and met. t Objective 6: The objective requires that waters(owing into estuarine or ocean waters receive pretreatment. The City requires that all drainage meet the standard of Broward County and South Florida Water Management District regarding pretreatment. This documentation demonstrates compliance with the objective. i Capital Improvements Element f Objective 2: The City aclauowledges that some required improvements in the Capital Improvements Element have not been completed and the objective has only partially been met. The Plan Amendment Section, Item C states that this objective will be modified to specify i measurable targets. - i i 0 I DANIA EAR a October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 7 of 13 a Objective 3: i As stated, the City requires that new development pay fees to mitigate the impacts of development. By Irv, these fees are based on the proportional share of the cost of facility improvements required to serve the development. In addition, 'land development regulations were adopted on April 22, 1990 following adoption of the Comprehensive Plan, requiring all new developments to comply with the adopted level of service standards. Objective 5: New developments are required to participate in the provision of public facility requirements to support these developments. This participation ensures that the City is not required to construct improvements beyond its financial capacity. This objective has been measured and met. Recommendation 3. The City should: a. Specify a five (5) or ten (10) year period and target dates to which the planning time frames and population projections will be extended. t Please refer to Needed Actions Section, Item A. Also refer to Conditions Adoption/Current Section, Land Use Elements, Page 7 for 1995 population projections. b. Revise the capital improv�aients schedule for at least a five (5) year period Please refer to Needed Actions Section, Item C. Land Use i i Recommendation 1. The City should: a. Evaluate and assess how much of the approved and committed development has actually developed. 9 b. Describe what has been developed and discuss land use needs of current and future population. C. Revise its future land use allocation based on the assessment. I DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version j RESPONSE Page 8 of 13 i Please refer to Conditions Adoptiott/Clurrent Section, Futnure Land Use, Pages 6, 9 and 10. Any required land use plan amendments will be i processed with the EAR-based amendments. Recommendation 2. A full assessment of vacant land should be provided including: a. Soil suitability Please refer to Conditions Adoption/Current Section, Future Land Use Element, Pages 3 and 9. As indicated, the soil conditions have not changed and are appropriate for development activity. b. Land use data and allocation should be revised regarding airport and indicate land use designation of all vacant land. Please refer to Conditions'Adoption/Current Section, Future Land use Element, Table III which provides the requested it formation Also see Unforeseen/Unanticipated Problems and Opportunities, I.A, Page 1. C. FLUM revised to depict current land use designations of all lands. The City does not believe that this is a required component of the Evaluation and Appraisal Report. The FLUM will be updated as part of i t the EAR based amendments. Concurrence Management i + Recommendation 1. , a. Provide an assessment and evaluation of Ordinances 12-90 and 13-90 to determine maintenance of Level of Service standards and concurrency. Please refer to Problems of Development Physical Deterioration Location of Land Uses and Social/Economic Effects Section, Pages 2, 2a and 3. f I i I j 4 DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 9 of 13 + Level of Service Recommendation 1. a. The City should assess how the sanitary sewer contract with Hollywood, proportional capacity and Level of Service have been affected by population increase. Please see Conditions Adoption/Current Section, Sanitary Sewer Solid Waste Drainage Element, Page 7. Recommendation 2. Provide a full assessment of septic tanks including: i a. Location, soil suitability, number, identification of unsuitable areas and future actions. • The Sanitary Sewer Sub Element of the Comprehensive Plan discussed soils and elevations in the City. These conditions have not changed The EAR Conditions/Adoption Current Section Sanitary Sewer Sub t Element, Page 6 indicates that the standards adopted by the permitting agencies for septic tanks has not changed since 1989. Also see Problems of Development Section, Page 4 i Recommendation 3. Provide assessment and evaluation of effect that saltwater intrusion has on: a. Wellfields b. Potable water Level of Service C. Facility capacities to meet needs of current and future populations Please refer to the Conditions Adoption/Current Section, Future Land I Use, Page 3, Item A.6; Item B.4; Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste Drainage j Element Section, Page 5, Section B; Page 9, III; Page 10, 11 & III; j Conservation Element Section, Page 4, Item I; Page 6, Item L i I I Y DANIA EAR d October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 10 of 13 New Transportation Element Recommendation 1. a i Provide assessment and evaluation of Traffic Circulation Element: a. To determine whether objectives and policies are consistent with new rule requirement. Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 11 indicates that the City will prepare a "Transportation Element" required by 9J- 5.0002 (6). See also Plan Amendment Section, Item F. b. Traffic circulation map should be consistent with MOT function class. Please refer to Conditions Adoption/Current Section, Transportation, Page 5, IF and Table I The traffic circulation map was updated to indicate TDOT functional classifications. i Capital Improvements Recommendation 1. i a. Evaluate and assess existing CIE objectives and policies to determine consistency with new rule requirement. Please refer to Comprehensive Platt Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 11. Recommendation 2. i i a. Specify future improvement necessary for Melaluca Isles wellfield and roads which operate below adopted LOS: There is no welltield in Melahrca Isles. See Plan Amendment Section, Item F regarding proposed amendments. i i a � DANIA EAR October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 1 I of 13 Recommendation 3. a. Assess and evaluate future capital improvements to serve t future planning time frame. population o Please refer to Needed Actions Sections, Item D. b. Identify revenue sources and funding mechanisms. Please refer to Conditions Ado lior/Curre p nt Section, Capital Improvement Element pages 2 and 6. p ti I Affordable Housin Recommendation 1. Provide: i at Discussion regarding provision of affordable housing for very low income families. Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 1, acknowledges that new definitions will be included in the plan amendments. b. Data regarding overcrowding. The City does not agree that this is a required element of the Evaluation r and Appraisal Report. t C. Assessment and evaluation of Housing Implementation Program. Please refer 10 Adopted Objectives Comparisons/Results Section, Page 7, d for an evaluation of the Housing Implementation Program. 1 i i r 1 DANIA EAR "I October31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 12 of 13 j Coastal Mannyernenr a i " i 1 Recommendation 1. I + a. Address need for post-disaster redevelopment policies Please refer to Adopted Objectives - Comparrsons/Restdts Section, Page 16, and Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 8. i r + Natural Resources i I Recommendation 1. a. Assess, evaluate, or discuss protective policies and measures regarding maintenance of water quality standards of canals. + Please refer to Adopted Objectives Comparisons/Results,pages 20 and 21 t for discussion of measures that the City has taken to maintain or improve the quality of water resources. b. Discussion of condition of canals and water quality at time of plan adoption and EAR r Please refer to Conditions Adoption/Current Section; Future Land Use, i Page 2, A.4; Page 3. A.6; Page 9, A.6; Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste Drainage Element, Page III.A. i Recommendation 2. j 1 Discussion of saltwater intrusion including: a. Policies which protect groundwater Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section Rude 9J-S Chart, Page 4, indicates f � y DANIA EAR y October 31, 1996 Version RESPONSE Page 13 of 13 that a policy will be added to the plan to designate appropriate uses r within wellfield protection areas. b. Conservation measures Please refer to Conditions Adoption/Current, Sanitary Sewer/Solid Waste Drainage Section, Page 3, IILA; Page 9, III. C. Maintenance of adequate ground water quality standards See Adopted Objectives Comparison/Results Section, page 20, Objective 11. r d. Corrective actions Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 9 indicates r that the City will amend the plan in order to comply with 9J-5.002 (8) which requires the City to identt&and analyze groundwater quality. r i Recommendation 3. a Discussion of wetlands including; 3� i { a. Assess and evaluate condition of wetlands at plan adoption and EAR date. t Please refer to Conditions Adoption/Current Section, Future Land Use, Page 3, B.3; Coastal, Page 1 and 2, LA; Coastal, Page G, ILA and B; Conservation, Page 2, II.C, Conservation, Page 5. 11 C. b. Are existing policies adequate to protect wetlands consistent with new rule requirement Comprehensive Plan Impacts Section, Rule 9J-5 Chart, Page 10 addresses a the adequacy of existing policies related to new rule requirements in Section 9J-5013 (3)(a) and(b). 9539/Dania Gar-10.96 Vm RESPONSE i I Y' a NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF DANIA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT (EAR) A Public Hearing will be conducted by the City Commission of the City of Dania to adopt by Resolution the Revised Evaluation an Appraisal Report (EAR) of the City of Dania's Comprehensive Plan. DATE: August 26, 1997 TIME: 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the same may be heard PLACE: City Commission Chambers Dania Administrative Center 100 West Dania Beach Blvd. Dania, FL 33004 The EAR is a report evaluating conditions city-wide at the time of the Comprehensive Plan's adoption and at the time of the preparation of the EAR. All Plan Objectives and Policies are reviewed, and an assessment is made to determine the extent that the Objectives and Policies have been achieved in the report. Changes or amendments are suggested as needed to update the Plan or its Elements, including reformatting Plan Objectives, Policies and Standards. The purpose of the EAR Public Hearing is to adopt the EAR and afford the public an opportunity for comments in accordance with State Statutes and Rule 9J-5, Florida Administrative Code. For information about the EAR, contact the City's Growth Management Department at (954) 921-8700 x255. Interested persons are invited to attend the Public Hearing and/or provide written or verbal comments on the proposed EAR. FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THE EAR, THE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES OR ANY ASPECT OF THE EAR PROCESS, CONTACT THE OFFICE OF THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, CITY HALL, 100 WEST DANIA BEACH BLVD., DANIA, FLORIDA. A COPY OF THE PROPOSED EAR MAY BE INSPECTED BY THE PUBLIC DURING NORMAL WORKING HOURS. 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 BE BASED. TERRY VIRTA i GROWTH MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR i w i a i GIN OF DANIA ! GROWTH MAMNAGEMENT DEPARTMENT INTERDEPARTMENTAL MEMORANDUM TO: Michael Smith, City Manager FROM: Terry Virta, AICP Growth Management Di ctor RE: Design Guidelines for Service Stations DATE: August 21, 1997 Included on the Commission Agenda is an item proposing a discussion of possibly pursuing design guidelines for service stations. Within the agenda { packet is a copy of the regulations adopted by the City of South Miami. These guidelines were included for the purposes of aiding with the discussion. Attached to this memorandum is a copy of those same guidelines modified to reflect their potential for a fit with the Dania Zoning Code. These guidelines have been restructured to meet the City Code format and contain a couple of modifications. The language pertaining to color has been changed to not be as restrictive as South Miami. Also included is suggested language that would require minimum spacing between service station locations. If the Commission should feel that this is an area that warrants further work, I would recommend that staff be directed to work with the Planning and Zoning Board in developing a proposed ordinance. It appears that these guidelines could with a small amount of additional modification be made fully suitable for Dania's needs. i i i i i 1 a a 6.63 GASOLINE SERVICE STATIONS (1)Objectives of this sub-Section a. The following standards are established for service stations to ensure that such uses shall be compatible with other uses permitted in the same district and to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the community. b. These standards are to promote design which is architecturally compatible with the surrounding area and the design goals of the community. (2) Applicability a. This Section shall apply to all new service stations, additions or renovations in excess of $10,000 as determined by the City including tank removal or upgrades. b. Exceptions to this Section can be approved by the City Commission. e (3) Appearance a. All structures on the site shall create a unified architectural theme. b. Service station roofs shall be pitched with generous overhangs. The roofing shall be incombustible materials such as shingle, clay tile, cement tile, or metal. c. Roof and exterior wall surfaces, with the exception of glass areas shall be non-reflective. Any glass coating shall not reflect outward. d. The use of flat steel or metal panels for the exterior walls of the service station shall not be permitted. e. The rear and sides of buildings shall be finished with material that in texture and color resembles the front of the building. i f. Glass windows and doors must make up 35% of the primary elevation and 15% of the secondary elevation. This calculation is excluding areas designated as service bays. i) g. The coloration of all buildings shall be nature blending with a maximum of three colors exclusive of roof. The use of "earth tone" or light pastel colors shall be encouraged. Semi-transparent stains are I i t recommended for application on natural wood finishes. The use of gray tone colors shall not be permitted. i h. The canopy shall be restricted to a clearance of 13 feet in height and shall be consistent with the main building design. The canopy columns shall be architecturally finished to match the building. i. Perimeter walls if utilized shall be architecturally compatible with the principal structure. (4) Landscaping The service station must comply with Section 26-41 landscaping requirements as well as the items specified below: a. The service station site landscaping must be compatible with the existing landscaping of the surrounding community. b. Street tree requirements shall be altered to require palm clusters on the ends of landscape buffer parallel to the service pump canopy. The palm clusters shall consist of three palms with a minimum height of 13 feet. c. The use of planters and window boxes shall be incorporated into the overall landscape design of the building and the site. d. The pump service island shall contain planters on the ends equal to the width of the island. e. Where hedges are utilized, a tiered effect is required. f. Landscaped areas shall be surrounded with a six-inch raised concrete curb. Grade within areas to be landscaped shall be raised to curb- height. (5) Signage and Lighting a. Landscape signs pursuant to Section 20-4.3(I)(5) shall be used in ' place of pole or pylon signs. b. Canopies shall not contain any signage, striping or super graphics. c. Temporary window signage shall not be permitted. I 9 i I Y 1 I d. Lighting fixtures shall be baffled and arranged so that illumination is deflected away from adjacent properties and roadways. a (6) Ancillary Uses a. The sale of snack foods, soft drinks, candies, gum, cigarettes and related items, but not alcoholic beverages, is permitted within approved principal building structures. b. The sale of automotive service items such as motor oil, anti-freeze or allied products is permitted within approved principal building structures. c. There shall be no storage or display of any merchandise including tires outside of the principal building structure. d. On-site preparation of ready-to-consume food is only permitted via special use approval. e. Automatic Teller Machines shall be permitted only within or as a part of i the principal building. a (7) Operation and Maintenance a. No sales, rentals, leasing of storage space, major engine, painting, body work, tire recapping or dismantling of any kind shall be permitted on the service station site. No vehicle may be parked on the site for more than 48 hours. b. No storage of used auto parts or wrecked vehicles, including water craft and trailers, shall be located outside the principal structure. c. At all times the premises shall be maintained in a clean and orderly condition and landscaping must be maintained in a healthy and viable condition. (8) Location a. No service station may be located within 500 feet of a service station located on the same side of the street. a b. Existing service stations located closer than 500 feet may be improved or upgraded provided they are able to meet the requirements of this Section. i i .� r CITY OF DANIA GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT INTERDEPARTMENTAL MEMORANDUM TO: Michael Smith, City Manager FROM: Terry Virta, AICP Growth Managemen it tore SUBJECT: Design Guidelines es for Commercial Buildings DATE: August 28, 1997 Attached is a draft of Design Guidelines which have been expanded to cover commercial development along the major roadways within the City. These are truly in draft form bit give a good picture of how the Commission might move regarding this type of regulation. They still are based on the design guidelines for service stations adopted by the City of South Miami. Also included are aspects developed for Sunrise Boulevard in Ft. Lauderdale as well as guidelines drafted for S.R. A.1.A. within St. Johns County. It is recognized that a additional work needs to be done to bring these into better shape but they are offered at this time purely for conversation. i I 6.63 Principal Arterial Commercial Design Standards Overlay (1)Objectives of this sub-Section a. The following standards are established for commercial development along principal arterials to ensure that such uses shall be compatible with other uses permitted in the same district and to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the community. b. These standards are to promote design which is architecturally compatible with the surrounding area and the design goals of the community. c. Promote development and redevelopment where the physical, visual and spatial characteristics are established and reinforced through the consistent use of compatible urban design elements. Such elements shall relate the design characteristics of an individual structure or development to the other existing and planned structures in a harmonious manner, resulting in a coherent overall development pattern and street scape. d. Discourage generic suburban development types that bear little relation to the historic development pattern of Dania. e. Provide a process to insure that historically and architecturally significant structures are conserved to the maximum extent feasible. (2) Delineation of the Overlay District The Dania Principal Arterial Overlay District shall be superimposed upon all commercially zoned properties that front on or are immediately adjacent to any of the following roadways within the City of Dania: a. Griffin Road from the western city limits to the intersection with U. S. 1; b. Stirling Road from the western city limits to the intersection with U. S. 1; c. Sheridan Road along it's north side from the intersection of U. S. 1 to the eastern limits of the City; d. Dania Beach Boulevard from the intersection with U. S. 1 to the eastern limits of the City; and, i i e. U. S. 1 from the intersection with Griffin Road on the north to the intersection with Stirling Road along it's westerly side and the intersection with Sheridan along it's easterly side. (3) Applicability a. This Section shall apply to all new commercial development, additions or renovations in excess of$10,000 as determined by the City . b. Exceptions to this Section can be approved by the City Commission. (4) Appearance a. All structures on the site shall create a unified architectural theme. b. Building walls exposed to public view shall be designated and articulated through the use of a coherent and clear architectural design consistent with the character of the building and the street. Buildings shall be designed to incorporate rhythms in form, construction details and natural light and ventilation courts. c. Buildings facing a public street or interior courtyard space shall be architecturally emphasized through entrance treatment, fenestration, and building details. Buildings with more than one fagade facing a public street shall provide treatment for each fagade. d. Roofs shall be pitched with generous overhangs. The roofing shall be incombustible materials such as shingle, clay tile, cement tile, or metal. e. Roof and exterior wall surfaces, with the exception of glass areas shall be non-reflective. Reflective or mirrored type glazing at ground level visible from the sidewalk is prohibited. f. The use of flat steel or metal panels for the exterior walls shall not be permitted. g. The rear and sides of buildings shall be finished with material that in texture and color resembles the front of the building. h. Glass windows and doors must make up 35% of the primary elevation and 15% of the secondary elevation. i. The coloration of all buildings shall be nature blending with a maximum of three colors exclusive of roof. The use of"earth tone" or light pastel j colors shall be encouraged. Semi-transparent stains are i recommended for application on natural wood finishes. The use of gray tone colors shall not be permitted. j. Canopy's, if utilized, shall be restricted to a clearance of 13 feet in height and shall be consistent with the main building design. The canopy columns shall be architecturally finished to match the building. k. Work area or storage doors and open bays shall not open toward or otherwise be visible from any of the designated principal roads. m. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, duct work, air compressors, other fixed operating machinery shall be either screened from view or located so that such items are not visible from the designated arterial, adjacent residential properties or intersecting streets. n. No temporary structures shall be permitted, except those used in conjunction with and during construction projects. Office-type mobile units when used as temporary facilities shall be screened from view from the designated arterial and equipped with rigid skirting on all sides. Any towing gear shall be removed, and if not removable, shall be screened from the designated arterial. o. A minimum distance of eight (8) feet shall be maintained between any building, including any walkway immediately adjacent thereto, and the parking area. This space is to be reserved for walkways and landscaping, either existing or planned. A minimum, three (3) foot wide strip for plant material is required. No such space is required at the sides or rear of the building unless there is an adjoining residential use. (5) Landscaping, walls and fencing Commercial development must comply with Section 26-41 landscaping requirements as well as the items specified below: a. Landscaping must be compatible with the existing landscaping of the surrounding community. b. Street tree requirements shall be altered to require palm clusters on the ends of landscape buffer. The palm clusters shall consist of three palms with a minimum height of 13 feet. c. The use of planters and window boxes shall be incorporated into the overall landscape design of the building and the site. I I I d. Where hedges are utilized, a tiered effect is required. e. Landscaped areas shall be surrounded with a six-inch raised concrete curb. Grade within areas to be landscaped shall be raised to curb- height. f. Chain link, barbed wire and similar fencing along a designated arterial is prohibited. Where such fencing can be viewed from a designated arterial, landscaping and/or berming shall be provided to minimize visibility from the designated arterial. g. Perimeter walls if utilized shall be architecturally compatible with the principal structure. (6) Signage and Lighting a. Landscape signs pursuant to Section 20-4.3(I)(5) shall be used in place of pole or pylon signs. b. Canopies shall not contain any signage, striping or super graphics. c. Temporary window signage shall not be permitted. d. Lighting fixtures shall be baffled and arranged so that illumination is deflected away from adjacent properties and roadways. (7) Ancillary Uses Pertaining to Service Stations a. The sale of snack foods, soft drinks, candies, gum, cigarettes and related items, but not alcoholic beverages, is permitted within approved principal building structures. b. The sale of automotive service items such as motor oil, anti-freeze or allied products is permitted within approved principal building structures. c. There shall be no storage or display of any merchandise including tires outside of the principal building structure. d. On-site preparation of ready-to-consume food is only permitted via special use approval. e. Automatic Teller Machines shall be permitted only within or as a part of 1 the principal building. (8) Operation and Maintenance of Service Stations i { i Y a. No sales, rentals, leasing of storage space, major engine, painting, body work, tire recapping or dismantling of any kind shall be permitted on the service station site. No vehicle may be parked on the site for more than 48 hours. b. No storage of used auto parts or wrecked vehicles, including water craft and trailers, shall be located outside the principal structure. c. At all times the premises shall be maintained in a clean and orderly condition and landscaping must be maintained in a healthy and viable condition. (9) Location Criteria for Service Stations a. No service station may be located within 500 feet of a service station located on the same side of the designated arterial. b. Existing service stations located closer than 500 feet may be improved or upgraded provided they are able to meet the requirements of this Section. (10) Location Criteria for Commercial Development Having Drive-up Facilities. a. No drive-up facility may be located within 500 feet of an existing facility located on the same side of the designated arterial. b. Existing drive-up facilities located closer than 500 feet may be improved or upgraded provided they are able to meet the requirements of this Section. i i 1 i THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2 , 1997 SPECIAL MEETING i l J i 1 i _ JUMP KOQAK IMA/�GE The Information Management Company GUAR_ _^, 6954 N.W. 12 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126 CAM[ �L 305-477-9149 • 800-287-4799 • FAX 305-477-7526 CUAUTY MONITORING PROGRAM THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT AMERICAN MICRO-IMAGE, INC. PRESENTS THE FOLLOWING IMAGES AS AN ACCURATE AND COMPLETE MICROFILM COPY OF THE ORIGINAL BUSSINESS FILES AS EDITED BY THE INSTITUTION INSTRUCTIONS. Illil1 .0za zs �+ " z.s tu �e All Itlil r La 2e0 11.6 IIIII1.25 ��� MICROCOPY RESOLUTION TEST CHART M1M1 NATIONAL BUREAU Of SIA140005 1111• �1111