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DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Mayor Bertino called the meeting to order at 7:37 p.m.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
*Due to the absence of Associate Pastor, Isaac Miranda, Reverend Bob Sands,
Griffin Road Baptist Church, presented the invocation.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor: John Bertino
Vice-Mayor: Charles McElyea
Commissioners: Jim Cali
John Etling
Bob Mikes
City Attorney: Tom Ansbro
City Manager: Mike Smith
Deputy City Clerk: Charlene Johnson
PRESENTATIONS
a) New Homestead Exemption Laws.
Sandy Steen, Broward County Property Appraisers Office, requested the use of
space at City Hall to take Homestead exemption applications one day a month.
Ms. Steen was directed to meet with City Manager Smith to work out the details.
b) Mainstreet-South Florida Regional Planning Council
David Dalstrom, South Florida Regional Planning Council, advised that funds were
made available from the Department of Community Affairs in the amount of
$175.000.00 to assist communities with their revitalization efforts. Mr. Dalstrom
explained that an application for a Community Investment Grant was submitted by
the City of Dania Beach and that the City faired well among fierce competition. He
presented a check in the amount of$10,000.00 for the City's revitalization
program. City Manager Smith advised that Dania Beach was the only city within
Broward County to receive a portion of the $175,000.00.
c) Blue Ribbon Bond Committee
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Judith Coatsworth, Chairperson, read a letter into the record explaining the Blue
Ribbon Bond Committee's position to stand firm on their first proposal for bond
projects, with the exclusion of a new fire station. She advised that If the
Commission could not agree on the Committee's recommendation, the Committee
would request that the bond issue be postponed until after the annexation issue
was finalized.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor McElyea, seconded by Commissioner Mikes,
to postpone the bond issue until after the 2001 annexation was finalized. The
motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes
Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes
Commissioner Mikes—yes
The Workshop Meeting scheduled for November 2, 1999, with the Blue Ribbon
Bond Committee was cancelled.
The Blue Ribbon Bond Committee was commended for their efforts in preparing a
very comprehensive project package. It was noted that the Blue Ribbon Bond
Committee was an Ad Hoc committee that would dissolve November 30, 1999,
and that a new Committee may be appointed in 2001.
ADDENDUM
d) BSO presentation
Chief Anton, BSO, commended Ken Koch, Building Official, for his initiative,
expertise and knowledge to remove 42 unsafe structures over a four-year period.
Mr. Koch was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for his outstanding
assistance and dedication to the inspection and demolition of uninhabitable
buildings in Dania Beach.
PROCLAMATIONS - none
1. CONSENT AGENDA
Resolutions:
1.1 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE
FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE 24th YEAR FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN
BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FOR NORTHWEST
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS, UNDER THE BROWARD COUNTY COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR AN EXTENSION
OF THE TERMINATION DATE OF THE AGREEMENT FROM OCTOBER 29, 1999,
TO JANUARY 30, 2000; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH
CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
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1.2 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH
FOR FLEET MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES ON RESCUE VEHICLES
FOR THE DANIA BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
1.3 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING
CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 IN THE AMOUNT OF $200.00 AS SUBMITTED BY
BARBER ELECTRIC SERVICES, INC.; PROVIDING FOR A DECREASE IN THE
CONTRACT PRICE FROM $8,923.88 TO $8,723.88 FOR THE PIER LIGHTING
PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE."
A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling,
approving the Consent Agenda. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes
Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes
Commissioner Mikes —yes
2. BIDS/RFPS
2.1 Staff recommendation on awarding bid for irrigation on Griffin Road.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES, SERVICES,
MATERIALS, AND EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $105,000.00 FROM VILA AND
SON LANDSCAPING CORP.; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH VILA AND SON LANDSCAPING CORP. FOR
IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS ALONG PORTIONS OF GRIFFIN ROAD; PROVIDING
THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE
EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE."
City Manager Smith advised that the irrigation contract was the first component of the
landscape improvement project along the Griffin Road corridor running from Anglers
Avenue eastward to the median between the Hilton and Sheraton hotels. City
Manager Smith advised that funding for the project was being provided by the FDOT
Highway Beautiful Grant and the Broward Beautiful grant as well as the City's Tree
Fund.
A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to
adopt the resolution. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes
Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes
Commissioner Mikes—yes
2.2 Staff recommendation on awarding bid for concrete restoration for Dania
Beach Grille.
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"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES, SERVICES,
MATERIALS, AND EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $16,450.00 FROM COAST TO
COAST CONSTRUCTION & RESTORATION, INC.; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER
CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COAST TO COAST
CONSTRUCTION & RESTORATION, INC. FOR CONCRETE RESTORATION AT THE
DANIA BEACH BAR AND GRILLE BUILDING; PROVIDING THAT ALL
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF
SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
City Manager Smith explained that the concrete restoration was one component of
the revitalization of the Dania Beach Grille. He advised that staff recommended
approval.
Mayor Bertino was concerned that the building might not be worth the amount of
money being spent for repairs.
A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Vice-Mayor McElyea, to
adopt the resolution. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea — yes
Commissioner Etling — yes Mayor Bertino—yes
Commissioner Mikes — yes
3• PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SITE PLANS
3.1 SP-63-99 —Request for Site Plan approval by Claudette &Athanasios Zavalis
for installation of a parking lot associated with renovation of the existing 1,000
+/- sq. ft. building located on the south side of Griffin Road, at 2970 Griffin Road.
(Petitioner requested continuance to the November 9, 1999, regular meeting)
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE
SITE PLAN REQUEST SUBMITTED BY CLAUDETTE &ATHANASIOS ZAVALIS FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2970 GRIFFIN RD., DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to
continue Item 3.1 (SP-63-99) to the November 9, 1999, regular meeting as requested
by the petitioner. The motion passed unanimously.
4. CITIZENS' COMMENTS: COMMENTS BY DANIA BEACH CITIZENS OR INTERESTED PARTIES
THAT ARE NOT A PART OF THE REGULAR AGENDA SHOULD BE GIVEN IN WRITING OR
COMMUNICATED VERBALLY PRIOR TO 4:00 P.M. THE SECOND (2ND) AND FOURTH (4TH)
MONDAY OF EACH MONTH. THE CITY MANAGER, OR HIS DESIGNEE, WILL ATTEMPT TO
ADDRESS ALL MATTERS OR CONCERNS. IN THE EVENT THAT THE CONCERN REMAINS
UNRESOLVED, THE CITIZEN(S) OR PARTY WILL BE ASKED TO ADDRESS THE CITY
COMMISSION DURING THE MEETING. COMMENTS SHALL BE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
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4.1 John Bruckner- requirements for board appointments.
Mr. Bruckner expressed his dissatisfaction with the lack of response from the City
Commission and Administration regarding his requests to change the procedures for
speaking at public meetings and urged the City Commission to require that all Board
members be American citizens and registered voters.
5. EXPENDITURES - none
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
6.1 Request by Elizabeth Miller, d/b/a Astrology & Fortuneteller, for renewal of
Palmistry/Fortunetellers License at 2730 Griffin Road.
Attorney Douglas Krease, representing Elizabeth Miller, was present to request
renewal of the license.
City Manager Smith advised that no problems had been reported at this location.
A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to
approve the license renewal. The motion passed on the following 3/2 roll call vote:
Commissioner Cali -yes Vice-Mayor McElyea - no
Commissioner Etling -yes Mayor Bertino-yes
Commissioner Mikes - no
6.2 Discussion of Pier Restaurant,
City Manager Smith advised that negotiations had stalled with the present
proposer of the pier restaurant and was seeking further direction from the
Commission. He asked that consideration be given to a build-to-suit lease
arrangement where the City would build the facility and then lease it out. The City
Commission generally agreed to move forward with designing and building a
restaurant shell at the pier including restrooms and a bait and tackle shop with the
understanding that the tenant would be responsible for the inside furnishings. City
Manager Smith was directed to prepare an RFP for an architect familiar with piers
to design the restaurant, restrooms and bait and tackle shop.
6.3 Report on Large User Meter Program.
City Manager Smith reported that all large water meters had been replaced
throughout the City and revenues had increased due to the efficiency of the new
meters. Mayor Bertino asked for a status report on the possibility of returning
deposits for water service. City Manager Smith advised that he would direct the
Finance Director to provide an update.
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6.4 Discussion of retaining EDSA for upcoming landscape projects.
City Manager Smith advised that Ed Stone &Associates designed the landscaping
project for Griffin Road and, for consistency, would like to continue to use EDSA
for upcoming landscaping projects. Commissioner Mikes expressed his concern
towards the need for supervision of staff installing plantings throughout the City.
The City Commission generally agreed that future landscape projects go through
the bidding process if the cost estimate exceeds $15,000.00.
6.5 Discussion of financial matters for the Dania Beach Mainstreet Tomato
Festival.
Michael Garrett, Director, requested a cash contribution of$7,500.00 to help fund
the Tomato Festival.
Commission Mikes expressed concern that Mainstreet did not obtain enough
sponsors to help fund the event.
A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling to
contribute $7,500.00 to the Tomato Festival.
A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes to contribute $5,000.00 to Mainstreet
for the Tomato Festival. The motion died for lack of a second.
Vice-Mayor McElyea expressed concern over the small profit of$3.54 being made
on the $75.00 black tie event at the Hilton Hotel for the Tomato Queen contest.
Commissioner Etling was concerned that management, from a financial aspect of
the program, had not been crafted very carefully. He stated that the Mainstreet
Organization was supposed to become self-funding and this would be the second
year the City would help fund an event.
Commissioner Etling suggested that the first motion be amended to require a
return of 50%to the City. Commissioner Cali, as the maker of the motion, would
not accept the amendment, therefore, Commissioner Etling withdrew his second to
the motion.
A motion was made by Commissioner Etling, seconded by Commissioner Mikes,
to provide $5,000.00 to Mainstreet for the Tomato Festival with the understanding
that 50% of the $5,000.00 be returned to the City from the proceeds of the event.
The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote:
Commissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes
Commissioner Etling—yes Mayor Bertino—yes
Commissioner Mikes -yes
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6.6 Discussion of participation in cost analysis of the preservation of the FEC
Corridor.
John Rude, Florida Transit Feasibility Organization, was present to request
$5,000.00 towards the cost analysis of the preservation of the FEC corridor. He
explained that the organization was attempting to reestablish passenger service by
way of the Florida East Coast (FEC) corridor.
A motion was made by Commissioner Etling approving the designation of
$5,000.00 as Dania Beach's portion of the local match. The motion died for lack of
a second.
6.7 Discussion of proposed Wildlife Protection Ordinance.
Mayor Bertino recommended that an ordinance be drafted to protect the wildlife
within the City of Dania Beach. The City Attorney was directed to prepare an
ordinance on wildlife protection.
Commissioner Mikes agreed with Mayor Bertino, however he believed that single-
family and duplex dwellings should not be exempt from applying for a variance for
tree removal. The City Attorney was directed to amend the vegetation ordinance
with the understanding that singe-family and duplex dwellings would not be
exempt from the variance process for tree removal.
6.8 Discussion of City emergency storm preparation and procedures.
Commissioner Mikes expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of traffic control by
BSO at Griffin Road and US 1 the morning after Hurricane Irene and the lack of
staff answering phone calls at City Hall. City Manager Smith explained that he
was in touch with all pertinent Department Heads throughout the night. He also
advised that Public Works' crews worked through the night to prevent flooding,
removing trees from the roadways and picking up debris. He advised that BSO
and the Fire Department were monitoring the situation with downed power lines
and that only a few phone calls were received after staff reported in to answer the
phones. City Manager Smith commended his staff for their response to the
situation.
6.9 Discussion of staffing level for processing grant applications.
Commissioner Mikes expressed concern that there might not be adequate staff to
handle the requirements for grant projects. City Manager Smith advised that
Department Directors and Managers are expected to participate in the
administering of grants in their area of expertise.
ADDENDUM ITEMS:
6.10 Discussion of mapping and signage for drug-free zones.
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Commissioner Mikes recommended that a sign program for drug-free zones be
implemented throughout the City.
Chief Anton, BSO, agreed that the signs would be a good deterrent to help reduce
prostitution and drug crimes. He would need to meet with the City Manager on
mapping out and defining the specific target areas such as the northwest
community, the area around Charlie Will Thomas Park, the College Gardens
neighborhood and the Dania Heights neighborhood. Commissioner Mikes
requested that the signs include the words "buying or selling drugs". Chief Anton
agreed to research the State Statutes to obtain the appropriate wording.
In response to the traffic issue discussed earlier, Chief Anton explained that the
US 1/Griffin Road intersection was not the responsibility of BSO. It is considered
part of the Airport and is covered under the Interlocal Agreement. He did,
however, instruct his Supervisor to alert the Airport District of the traffic problem
the morning after Hurricane Irene. He advised that BSO must take care of the
corporate city limits of Dania Beach first and assist other entities second.
6.11 Discussion of airport bus/taxi site plan.
Commissioner Mikes requested a copy of the site plan for a bus/taxi terminal that
the Airport was proposing on the east side of US 1. He mentioned that there was
an upcoming public hearing on the site plan and recommended that staff attend
the County hearing. City Manager Smith advised that a letter was sent objecting
to the site plan on the west side of US 1. Commissioner Mikes was concerned
that the City was being impacted by Airport traffic since he had observed several
limousine drivers using public restrooms within the City.
7. APPOINTMENTS
7.1 Appointment of two (2) members on the Airport Advisory Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF FOUR (4) MEMBERS TO THE AIRPORT
ADVISORY BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL SUCH MEMBER'S TERM EXPIRES AT 12:00
NOON, MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH
CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
Vice-Mayor McElyea appointed Paul Guidry to the Airport Advisory Board.
7.2 Appointment of one (1) member on the Code Enforcement Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) MEMBER TO THE CODE
ENFORCEMENT BOARD TO COMPLETE A TERM EXPIRING NOVEMBER 11, 2001;
PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT
ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
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7.3 Appointment of 2 members on the Economic Development and Downtown o
Redevelopment Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO (2) MEMBERS TO THE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AND DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL
SUCH MEMBERS' TERMS EXPIRE AT 12:00 NOON, MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING
THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE
REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE."
Vice-Mayor McElyea appointed S. Charles "Gary" Garofalo to the Economic
Development and Downtown Redevelopment Board.
7.4 Appointment of 1 member on the Marine Advisory Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) MEMBER TO THE MARINE ADVISORY
BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL SUCH MEMBERS' TERMS EXPIRE AT 12:00 NOON,
MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH
CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
7.5 Appointment of 2 members on the Occupational License Review Advisory
Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO (2) MEMBERS TO THE OCCUPATIONAL
LICENSE REVIEW ADVISORY BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL SUCH MEMBERS' TERMS
EXPIRE AT 12:00 NOON, MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS
OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF
SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
7.6 Appointment of 1 member on Parks, Recreation and Community Affairs
Advisory Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) MEMBER TO THE PARKS,
RECREATION AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS ADVISORY BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL
SUCH MEMBER'S TERM EXPIRES AT 12:00 NOON, MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING
THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE
REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR
EFFECTIVE DATE."
7.7 Appointment of 2 members on Human Relations Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO (2) MEMBERS TO THE HUMAN
RELATIONS BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL MARCH 12, 2002; PROVIDING THAT ALL
RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO
THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE."
Commissioner Cali appointed Cheryl Semmel to the Human Relations Board.
7.8 Appointment of 1 member on Dania Housing Authority.
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"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) MEMBER TO THE DANIA HOUSING
AUTHORITY BOARD TO SERVE FOUR YEAR TERMS BEGINNING JUNE 1, 1999
THROUGH JUNE 1, 2003; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH
CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE."
7.9 Appointment of 5 members and 2 alternates on Nuisance Abatement
Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND
AFFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF FIVE (5) MEMBERS AND (2) ALTERNATES TO
THE NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD TO SERVE ONE YEAR TERMS BEGINNING
SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27, 2000; PROVIDING THAT ALL
RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO
THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE."
Vice-Mayor McElyea appointed Cad Kresa and Mayor Bertino appointed
June Silvernale to the Nuisance Abatement Board.
A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Vice-Mayor
McElyea, to adopt all resolutions approving the appointments as submitted.
The motion passed unanimously.
City Attorney Ansbro advised that once all members have been appointed
to the Nuisance Abatement Board, he would like to take them to a Fort
Lauderdale Nuisance Abatement Board meeting for training purposes. He
mentioned that a resolution extending the one-year terms to two-year terms
ending each election year would be brought back at the November 9`h
regular meeting.
Commissioner Etling appointed Jorge Sanchez to the Nuisance Abatement
Board.
A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Etling,
approving the appointment of Jorge Sanchez to the Nuisance Abatement Board.
The motion passed unanimously.
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
8.1 City Manager Smith reminded the Commission that the November 2
Workshop with the Blue Ribbon Bond Committee was cancelled.
City Manager Smith advised that Comcast Cable Company would be taping the
Holiday Greeting videos on Monday, November 15 and Tuesday, November 16
from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The City Commission was encouraged to contact
Comcast if they desired to tape a holiday greeting.
In response to Mayor Bertino, City Manager Smith advised that he expected to
complete the final two interviews for a Parks & Recreation Director next week.
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8.2 City Attorney Ansbro reported that the 911 U-Haul case was set for oral
argument last Tuesday, however, the attorney for the property owner was taken
ill and requested a continuance. The City objected, but the judge deferred the
oral arguments to the first week in December.
9. COMMISSION COMMENTS
9.1 Commissioner Cali expressed appreciation to each Commissioner for the
decision to postpone the Bond issue until 2001 and commended the members of
the Blue Ribbon Committee. In addition, he thanked Commissioner Etling for his
leadership on the Mainstreet Program and made the suggestion that the Main
Street Board be replaced with a CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) so
that more controls would be in place to direct the redevelopment of Main Street.
9.2 Commissioner Etling mentioned that the Mainstreet Program had
succeeded in 1,400 communities across the country and most of the programs
undergo growing pains until the people in charge understand the intent of the
program. He expressed appreciation for the efforts of the Main Street Board
members, but pointed out the need to obtain some clarification on the direction of
the program.
9.3 Commissioner Mikes mentioned the problem with dogs running lose
through neighborhoods. City Manager Smith advised that Code Enforcement
works with Broward County Animal Control and citizens were encouraged to
contact Code Enforcement with future problems.
Commissioner Mikes agreed with Commissioner Cali's comments that the City
should move forward with creating the CRA District to assist some of the areas in
the City with improvements without depleting City funds.
Commissioner Mikes questioned the need to spend $8,000.00 for ads in the
Dania Press. City Manager Smith advised that the City used two pages in the
Dania Press for the City's Newsletter, which amounts to $1,600.00 per month.
Discussion followed on the City receiving a discount for the ads. City Manager
Smith advised that printing in the Dania Press cost less than bulk mailings.
Commissioner Mikes felt that the decision to use the Dania Press should have
been discussed with the City Commission.
Commissioner Mikes questioned whether the change in the new phone system
was ever discussed with the Commission. City Manager Smith advised that it
was discussed in the budget workshops and was also approved by resolution.
Discussion followed on the phone system needing to be changed for Y2k
compliance and improved maintenance purposes.
Commissioner Etling brought up the possibility of pursuing "Save America's
Treasures" grant funds to purchase the Frost House on SW 4th Street. City
Manager Smith suggested negotiating an option to purchase. Commissioner
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Mikes recommended renting the property with an option to purchase and then
subleasing it temporarily to obtain some revenue and then pursue grant funds.
Commissioner Cali reminded the Commission that the structure needed to be
designated as a historic structure, however the Historic Preservation Ordinance
must be in place first. City Attorney advised that he was working on the
ordinance.
9.4 Vice-Mayor McElyea allowed time for Beulah Lair to speak about the
problem with her neighborhood looking like a boat yard.
Vice-Mayor McElyea mentioned that flooding affects all areas of the City
including SE Park Street where water drains off the Winn Dixie parking lot and
Dania Beach Boulevard. He recommended that pumps be installed along SE 5th
Avenue or SE 3rd Terrace to help decrease the flooding.
Vice-Mayor McElyea expressed concern over BFI not picking up trash in the
Southeast and Southwest areas of the City.
9.5 Mayor Bertino requested an update on when the closing of the alley along
SE 4th Street was going to be addressed. City Manager Smith advised that the
issue would be heard by the Planning &Zoning Board the first week in November
and by the City Commission on November 23, 1999.
Mayor Bertino questioned whether the services of Calvin, Giordano, &
Associates, Inc. would be used in the rezoning of the City. City Manager Smith
advised that Terry Virta, Growth Management Director, would be outsourcing
some of the planning work. He also advised that an RFP would be advertised
and that the issue would come back to the Commission on November 23, 1999.
This meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
JOHN BERTINO
MAYOR-COMMISSIONER
ATTEST:
ACTING CITY CLERK
Respectfully Submitted by Nanci Denny.
APPROVED:
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Mikes recommended renting the property with an option to purchase and then
subleasing it temporarily to obtain some revenue and then pursue grant funds.
Commissioner Cali reminded the Commission that the structure needed to be
designated as a historic structure, however the Historic Preservation Ordinance
must be in place first. City Attorney advised that he was working on the
ordinance.
9.4 Vice-Mayor McElyea allowed time for Beulah Lair to speak about the
problem with her neighborhood looking like a boat yard.
Vice-Mayor McElyea mentioned that flooding affects all areas of the City
including SE Park Street where water drains off the Winn Dixie parking lot and
Dania Beach Boulevard. He recommended that pumps be installed along SE 5th
Avenue or SE 3rd Terrace to help decrease the flooding.
Vice-Mayor McElyea expressed concern over BFI not picking up trash in the
Southeast and Southwest areas of the City.
9.5 Mayor Bertino requested an update on when the closing of the alley along
SE 4th Street was going to be addressed. City Manager Smith advised that the
issue would be heard by the Planning &Zoning Board the first week in November
and by the City Commission on November 23, 1999.
Mayor Bertino questioned whether the services of Calvin, Giordano, &
Associates, Inc. would be used in the rezoning of the City. City Manager Smith
advised that Terry Virta, Growth Management Director, would be outsourcing
some of the planning work. He also advised that an RFP would be advertised
and that the issue would come back to the Commission on November 23, 1999.
This meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
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PAT FLURY
MAYOR-COMMISSIONER
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CHARLENEJUN SON
ACTING CITY CLERK
Respectfully Submitted by Nanci Denny.
APPROVED: June 26 2001
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MINUTES SUMMARY
DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 26, 1999
MAYOR BERTINO CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7.37 P.M.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
'Due to the absence of Associate Pastor, Isaac Miranda, Reverend Bob
Sands, Griffin Road Baptist Church, presented the invocation.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor: John Bertino
Vice-Mayor: Charles McElyea
Commissioners: Jim Cali
John Etling
Bob Mikes
City Attorney: Tom Ansbro
City Manager: Mike Smith
Deputy City Clerk: Charlene Johnson
PRESENTATIONS
a) New Homestead Exemption Laws. (Bill Spiker, Broward County)
Sandy Steen Broward County Property Appraisers Office requested space to
take Homestead applications at City Hall one day a month It was decided that
Mr. Spiker meet with City Manager Smith
b) Mainstreet-South Florida Regional Planning Council—David
Allstrom presented a$10,000.00 check to the City of Dania Beach for the City's
revitalization program.
c) Blue Ribbon Bond Committee (Judith Coatsworth, Chairperson)
Judith Coatsworth read a letter into the record explaining the board's position to
stand firm on their first proposal for projects with the exclusion of the Fire
Station. She then asked that the bond issue be postponed until after the
annexation is finalized if the commission could not agree on the board's
recommendation. The commission cancelled the November 2 worksho
meeting.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor McElvea seconded by Commissioner Mikes
to schedule the bond issue for the year 2001 after the annexation is finalized
The motion passed on a 5I0 roll call vote
The Blue Ribbon Bond Committee was commended for their efforts in preparing
a very comprehensive project package It was noted that the Blue Ribbon Bond
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Committee was an Ad Hoc committee and that it terminates November 30 1999.
and that a new board would be formed in 2001.
d) BSO presentation
Chief Robert Anton presented Ken Koch Building Official with a Certificate of
Appreciation for his outstanding assistance and dedication to the inspection and
demolition of uninhabitable buildings in District 2 Mr. Koch received a standing
ovation from the City Commission and audience in attendance for his initiative,
expertise and knowledge in removing 42 structures in four years.
PROCLAMATIONS-none
1. CONSENTAGENDA
Resolutions:
1.1 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE 24T" YEAR
FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND
THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FOR NORTHWEST
IMPROVEMENTS, UNDER THE BROWARD COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM;
PROVIDING FOR AN EXTENSION OF THE TERMINATION
DATE OF THE AGREEMENT FROM OCTOBER 29, 1999, TO
JANUARY 30, 2000; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS
OR(PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED
TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (STAFF)
CAD99.071 CITY MANAGER)
1.2 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD
COUNTY AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FOR FLEET
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES ON RESCUE
VEHICLES FOR THE DANIA BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (STAFF)
CAD99.090 FIRE)
1.3 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 IN THE AMOUNT OF $
200.00 AS SUBMITTED BY BARBER ELECTRIC SERVICES,
INC.; PROVIDING FOR A DECREASE IN THE CONTRACT
PRICE FROM $8,923.88 TO $8,723.88 FOR THE PIER
LIGHTING PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (STAFF)
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CAL, SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER EYEING APPROVING THE CONSENT AGENDA. THE MOTION
PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE.
CAD99.077 PARKSI
2. BIDS/RFPS:-
2.1 Staff recommendation on awarding bid for irrigation on Griffin
Road.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO CONTRACT FOR THE
PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES, SERVICES, MATERIALS, AND
EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $105,00.00 FROM VILA AND
SON LANDSCAPING CORP.; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER
CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH VILA
AND SON LANDSCAPING CORP. FOR IRRIGATION
IMPROVEMENTS ALONG PORTIONS OF GRIFFIN ROAD;
PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH
CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE."
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ETLING ADOPTING THE RESOLUTION. THE MOTION PASSED
ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE.
CAD99.091 PUBLIC WORKSI
2.2 Staff recommendation on awarding bid for concrete restoration for
Dania Beach Grille.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO CONTRACT FOR THE
PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES, SERVICES, MATERIALS, AND
EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $16,460.00 FROM COAST
TO COAST CONSTRUCTION & RESTORATION, INC.;
AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE
AN AGREEMENT WITH COAST TO COAST CONSTRUCTION
& RESTORATION, INC. FOR CONCRETE RESTORATION AT
THE DANIA BEACH BAR AND GRILLE BUILDING; PROVIDING
THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE
REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER,
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY VICE-MAYOR
MCELYEA ADOPTING THE RESOLUTION. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL
CALL VOTE.
CAD99.003 ADM SERVICESI
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3. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SITE PLANS
3.1 (Petitioner is requesting continuance to 11/9/99 regular meeting)
SP-63-99—Request for Site Plan approval by Claudette&Athanasios
Zavalis for installation of a parking lot associated with renovation of the
existing 1,000 +/-sq. ft. building located on the south side of Griffin Road,
between SW 29'Terrace, at address 2970 Griffin Road.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE SITE PLAN REQUEST SUBMITTED BY
CLAUDETTE & ATHANASIOS ZAVALIS FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2970 GRIFFIN RD., DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE."
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER ETLING CONTINUING RESOLUTION SP-63-99 TO NOVEMBER
9 1999 REGULAR MEETING. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 510 ROLL CALL VOTE.
4. CITIZENS' COMMENTS: COMMENTS BY DANIA BEACH CITIZENS OR
INTERESTED PARTIES THAT ARE NOT A PART OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
SHOULD BE GIVEN IN WRITING OR COMMUNICATED VERBALLY PRIOR TO 4:00
P.M. THE SECOND (2ND) AND FOURTH (4TH) MONDAY OF EACH MONTH. THE
CITY MANAGER, OR HIS DESIGNEE, WILL ATTEMPT TO ADDRESS ALL MATTERS
OR CONCERNS. IN THE EVENT THAT THE CONCERN REMAINS UNRESOLVED,
THE CITIZEN(S)OR PARTY WILL BE ASKED TO ADDRESS THE CITY COMMISSION
DURING THE MEETING. COMMENTS SHALL BE LIMITED TO THREE(3)MINUTES.
4.1 John Bruckner—requirements for board appointments.
Mr. Bruckner expressed his dissatisfaction with the lack of response from
the City Commission and Administration regarding his requests to change
the procedures for speaking at public meetings and register voter
requirement for all board appointees
5. EXPENDITURES-NONE
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
6.1 Request by Elizabeth Miller, d/b/a Astrology& Fortuneteller, for
renewal of Palmistry/Fortunetellers License at 2730 Griffin Road.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER ETLING APPROVING THE REN
MCELYEA OTING NO
EWAL. THE MOTION PASSED
ON A ROLL CALL VOTE WITH COMMISSIONER MIKES AND VICE-MAYOR
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6.2 Discussion of Pier Restaurant.
CITY COMMISSION GENERALLYAGREED THAT THE CITY SHOULD MOVE
FORWARD WITH DESIGNING AND BUILDING A RESTAURANT SHELL
INCLUDING RESTROOMS AND A BAIT AND TACKLE SHOP 7:THE PIER WITH
THE UNDERSTANDING THAT A RESTAURANT TENANT WOULD BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE INSIDE FURNISHINGS AND HIRE AN ARCHITECT
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FAMILIAR WITH PIERS THROUGH THE RFP PROCESS WITH T
TO T HE HOPE THAT
THE COMPLETED BUILDING WOULD ATTRACT MORE RESTAURANT TENANTS
THE PROJECT.
CAD99.077 PARKS)
6.3 Report on Large User Meter Program.
CITY MANAGER REPORTED THAT ALL LARGE METERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED
IN THE CITY AND THAT THE EFFICIENCY OF THE METERS HAS INCREASED
REVENUES. DISCUSSION FOLLOWED ON THE POSSIBILITY OF RETURNING
WATER DEPOSIT'S,
CAD99.026 PUBLIC WORKS)
6.4 Discussion of retaining EDSA for upcoming landscape projects.
DISCUSSION FOLLOWED THE GOOD JOB THAT EDSA HAS BEEN DOING FOR
THE CITY AND THE NEED FOR SUPERVISION OF STAFF INSTALLING
PLANTINGS IN THE CITY THE C,,YCOMMISSIO
THAT THE NER GENERALLYAGREED
CITYMANAGER SHOULD BID-OUT UPCOMING LANDSCAPING
PROJECTS..
6.5 Discussion of financial matters for the Dania Beach Mainstreet
Tomato Festival.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER ETLING SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER MIKES TO CONTRIBUTE O FES 5 000.00 TO MAINSTREET FOR THE
TOMATTIVAL WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT E 50 THE CITY WOULD
RECEIV % OF THE 5 000.00 BACK FROM PROCEEDS OF THE EVENT, THE
MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE.
CAD99.O081 PARKS)
6.6 Discussion of participation in cost analysis of the preservation of
the FEC Corridor.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER ETLING APPROVING THE
DESIGNATION OF 5 000.00 AS THE CITY'S LOCAL MATCH. THE MO TION DIED
FOR LACK OF SECOND.
6.7 Discussion of proposed Wildlife Protection Ordinance.
CITY COMMISSION GENERALLYAGREED TO DIRECT THE CITYATTORNEY TO
PREPARE AN ORDINANCE ON WILDLIFE PROTECTION WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT SINGLE FAMILY HOMES WOULD NOT EMOVAL. BE EXEMPTED
FROM THE VARIANCE PROCESS FOR TREE R
CAD99.092 CITY ATTORNEY)
6.8 Discussion of City emergency storm preparation and procedures.
(Commissioner Mikes)
COMMISSIONER MIKES EXPRESSED HIS DISSATISFACTION WITH THE LACK OF
TRAFFIC CONTROL BY BSO AT GRIFFIN ROAD AND US#1 THE DAY AFTER
HALL.
HURRICANE lRENE AND Inc LACK OF STAFF ANSWERING CALLS AT CITY
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6.9 Discussion of staffing level for processing grant applications.
(Commissioner Mikes)
COMMISSIONER MIKES EXPRESSED CONCERN THAT THERE MAY NOT BE
ADEQUATE STAFF TO HANDLE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SOME GRANT
PROJECTS. CITY MANAGER SMITH ADVISED THAT DEPARTMENT HEADS ARE
EXPECTED TO ADMINISTER GRANTS AND THAT INTERNS CAN HELP OUT FROM
FAU.
Addendum Items:
6.10 Discussion of mapping and signage for drug-free zones.
(Commissioner Mikes)
CHIEF ANION BSO ADVISED THAT HE MET WITH HOLLYWOOD AND THAT THE
SIGNS AREA GOOD IDEA. HE NEEDS TO MEET WITH THE CITY MANAGER ON
DEFINING THE MAPPING AREAS FOR THE NORTHWEST SECTION INCLUDING
CHARLIE WILL THOMAS PARK COLLEGE GARDENS NEIGHBORHOOD AND THE
FEDERAL HIGHWAY AREA TO REDUCE PROSTITUTION. COMMISSIONER MIKES
REQUESTED THAT THE SIGN INCLUDE "BUYING DRUGS"AND STATE STATUTE
93.13.
IN RESPONSE TO THE TRAFFIC ISSUE DISCUSSED EARLIER CHIEF ANTON
EXPLAINED THAT THE US1/GRIFFIN ROAD TRAFFIC LIGHT IS NOT BSOIS
RESPONS/B/LITYAND THAT IT IS PART OF THE AIRPORT INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT AND HE INSTRUCTED HIS SUPERVISOR TO ALERT THE AIRPORT
THAT MORNING OF THE TRAFFIC PROBLEM. HE MENTIONED THAT BSO MUST
TAKE CARE OF THE CORPORATE CITY LIMITS AND SECURE POWER LINES
FIRST AND THEN BE AVAILABLE TO ASSIST OTHER ENTITIES IF NEED BE.
6.11 Discussion of airport bus/taxi site plan. (Commissioner Mikes)
COMMISSIONER MIKES REQUESTED A COPY OF THE PLAN FOR A BUS/TAXI
TERMINAL THAT THE AIRPORT IS PROPOSING ON THE EAST SIDE OF US#1.
COMMISSIONER MIKES MENTIONED THAT THERE IS AN UPCOMING PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE PLAN AND THAT STAFF SHOULD ATTEND THE COUNTY
HEARING. COMMISSIONER MIKES WAS CONCERNED THAT THE CITY IS BEING
IMPACTED BY AIRPORT TRAFFIC SINCE HE HAS OBSERVED SEVERAL
LIMOUSINE DRIVERS USING PUBLIC BATHROOMS IN THE CITY.
7. APPOINTMENTS
7.1 Appointment of 2 members on the Airport Advisory Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF FOUR (4) MEMBERS TO THE AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD TO
SERVE UNTIL SUCH MEMBER'S TERM EXPIRES AT 12:00 NOON, MARCH 20, 2001;
PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE
REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.'
VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA APPOINTED PAUL GUIDRY,
7.2 Appointment of one (1) member on Code Enforcement Board.
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"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA. RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) MEMBER TO THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD TO
COMPLETE A TERM EXPIRING NOVEMBER 11, 2001; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS
OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH
CONFLICT;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
7.3 Appointment of 2 members on the Economic Development and
Downtown Redevelopment Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO (2) MEMBERS TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND
DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL SUCH MEMBERS' TERMS
EXPIRE AT 12:00 NOON, MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS
OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT;
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA APPOINTED S. CHARLES(GARY) GAROFALO,
7.4 Appointment of 1 member on the Marine Advisory Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) MEMBER TO THE MARINE ADVISORY BOARD TO SERVE
UNTIL SUCH MEMBERS' TERMS EXPIRE AT 12:00 NOON, MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING
THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO
THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
7.5 Appointment of 2 members on the Occupational License Review
Advisory Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO (2) MEMBERS TO THE OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE REVIEW
ADVISORY BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL SUCH MEMBERS' TERMS EXPIRE AT 12:00 NOON,
MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN
CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE:'
7.6 Appointment of 1 member on Parks, Recreation and Community
Affairs Advisory Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1)MEMBER TO THE PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY
AFFAIRS ADVISORY BOARD TO SERVE UNTIL SUCH MEMBER'S TERM EXPIRES AT 12:00
NOON, MARCH 20, 2001; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT;
FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE."
7.7 Appointment of 2 members on Human Relations Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO(2)MEMBERS TO THE HUMAN RELATIONS BOARD TO SERVE
UNTIL MARCH 12, 2002; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT;
FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE.-
COMMISSIONER CALI APPOINTED CHERYL SEMMEL.
7.8 Appointment of 1 member on Dania Housing Authority.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF ONE(1)MEMBER TO THE DANIA HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD TO
SERVE FOUR YEAR TERMS BEGINNING JUNE 1, 1999 THROUGH JUNE 1,2003; PROVIDING
THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO
THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE"
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7.9 Appointment of 5 members and 2 alternates on Nuisance
Abatement Board.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING
THE APPOINTMENT OF FIVE (5) MEMBERS AND (2) ALTERNATES TO THE NUISANCE
ABATEMENT BOARD TO SERVE ONE YEAR TERMS BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 28, 1999
THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27, 2000; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT ARE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT;
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE."
VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA APPOINTED CARI KRESA 307 SE 4 STREET.
MAYOR BERTINO APPOINTED JUNE SILVERNALE
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY VICE-MAYOR
MCELYEA, ADOPTALL RESOLUTIONS APPROVING THEAPPOINTMENTS AS
SUBMITTED. THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
CITY ATTORNEYANSBRO ADVISED THAT ONCE ALL MEMBERS HAVE BEEN
APPOINTED TO THE NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD HE WOULD LIKE TO TAKE
THEM TO A FORT LAUDERDALE ABATEMENT BOARD MEETING FOR TRAINING
PURPOSES. HE MENTIONED THAT A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE ONE YEAR
TERMS TO TWO YEAR TERMS ENDING EACH ELECTION YEAR WOULD BE
BROUGHT BACK AT THE NOVEMBER 9'n MEETING
COMMISSIONER ETLING APPOINTED JORGE SANCHEZ
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER MIKES SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER ETLING. APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF JORGE SANCHEZ
THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
8.1 City Manager
Cancelled - November 2 Workshop- Blue Ribbon Bond Committee.
Comcast Cable Company will be taping the Holiday Greeting videos on
Monday, November 15 and Tuesday, November 16 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. The
City Commission was encouraged to contact Comcast if they want a Holiday
Greeting.
8.2 City Attorney- no comments
9. COMMISSION COMMENTS
9.1 Commissioner Cali expressed appreciation to each commissioner for the
decision to extend the Bond issue to 2001 and commended the members of the
Blue Ribbon Committee. In addition, he thanked Commissioner Etling for his
leadership on the Mainstreet Program.
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9.2 Commissioner Etling mentioned that the Mainstreet Program has
succeeded in 1400 communities across the country and most of the programs
undergo growing pains until the people in charge understand the intent of the
program. He expressed appreciation for the efforts of the members, but pointed
out that the members need to obtain some clarification on their direction.
9.3 Commissioner Mikes mentioned the problem with dogs running lose
through neighborhoods. City Manager Smith advised that Code Enforcement
works with Broward County Animal Control and citizens were encouraged to
contact Code Enforcement for future problems.
Commissioner Mikes agreed with Commissioner Cali's comments that the City
needs to move forward with creating the CRA District to assist some of the areas
in the City without depleting City funds for improvements.
Commissioner Mikes questioned the need to spend$8,000.00 for running ads in
the Dania Press. City Manager Smith advised that the City used two pages in
the Dania Press for the City's Newsletter, which amounts to $1,600,00 per
month. Discussion followed on the City receiving a discount for the ads and that
its cheaper than mailing the newsletter.
Commissioner Mikes felt that the decision to use the Dania Press should have
been discussed with the City Commission and that he was not aware that the
change in the new phone system was ever discussed with the commission. City
Manager Smith advised that it was discussed in the budget workshops and was
approved by resolution of the City Commission. Discussion followed on the
phone system needing to be changed for Y2K compliance and improved
maintenance purposes.
Commissioner Etling brought up the possibility of pursuing "Save Americas
Treasures"grant funds to purchase the Frost House on SW 41h Street. City
Manager Smith suggested negotiating an option to purchase. Commissioner
Mikes recommended renting the property with an option to purchase and
sublease it temporarily to get back some money and then pursue grant funds.
Commissioner Cali reminded the commission that the structure needs to be
designated to be a historic structure and that the Historic Preservation Ordinance
needs to be in place to do so. City Attorney advised that he is working on the
ordinance.
9.4 Vice-Mayor McElyea allowed time for Beulah Lair to speak about the
problem with her neighborhood looking like a boat yard.
Vice Mayor McElyea mentioned that flooding affects all areas of the City and
especially near Park Street where water comes off the Winn Dixie parking lot and
Dania Beach Boulevard. He suggested the idea of installing pumps along SE 51h
Street or 3rd Terrace to help with the flooding.
Vice Mayor McElyea advised that BFI must have worked in the Griffin area
Friday and Saturday because the Southeast and Southwest areas of Dania
Beach were not picked up.
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9.5 Mayor Bertino requested an update on when the closing of the alley along
SE 4" Street was going to be addressed. City Manager Smith advised that the
Planning &Zoning Board has to hear the issue in November and that the City
Commission should hear it November 23.
Mayor Bertino questioned whether Calvin, Giordano, &Associates, Inc. was
going to be used in the rezoning in the City. City Manager Smith advised that
Terry Virta, Growth Management Director, will be outsourcing some of the work
and it may or may not involve Calvin, Giordano. City Manager Smith advised
that an RFP will be advertised and that the issue should come back November
23.
City Attorney Ansbro reported that the 911 U-Haul case was set for oral
argument last Tuesday and that the attorney for the property owner was taken ill
and requested a continuance. The City objected, but the judge deferred the oral
arguments for the first week in December.
City Manager Smith advised that he expected to complete the final two interviews
for a Parks & Recreation Director next week.
This meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
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