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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNULL (448) I \ linwtGS go r -I� . R t. ' r 7 MINUTES DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 12, 1999 Mayor Bertino called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Due to the absence of Reverend Bob Sands, the invocation was given by Assistant Reverend Isaac Miranda, Griffin Road Baptist Church. 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) BSO — Robert Boris, "Deputy of the Month" Chief Bob Anton commended Deputy Robert Boris for his exemplary performance in the apprehension and arrest of two criminals and for saving a life. Deputy Boris was presented with a plaque for"Deputy of the Month"for September 1999. b) Carol Christ-Moral, Vice-President of Dania Beach Mainstreet, presented a drawing of a promotional logo called "Saucy". She requested assistance from the Public Works Department to install 30 banners for the upcoming Tomato Festival to be held on November 12, 1999. Mrs. Christ-Moral requested that the banners be placed at intersections, Mainstreet sections and along the parade route. A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, directing the City Manager to pay the costs associated with Public Works' employees hanging banners for the upcoming Tomato Festival. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea— yes Commissioner Etling — yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes - yes MINUTES-CITY OF DANIA BEACH 1 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f r. 7 r Vice-Mayor McElyea agreed to provide a bucket truck to assist the Public Works' Department with hanging the banners and one or two flat bed trucks to be used as a stage for the event. Commissioner Etling pointed out that the Business in Broward magazine recently published articles about Dania Beach and the revival of the Tomato Festival. PROCLAMATIONS a) A proclamation declaring Sunday, October 17, 1999, as "Ruby Curry Day" in the City of Dania Beach. City Manager Smith read the proclamation in its entirety. ITEM 1.4 WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA 1. CONSENT AGENDA Minutes: 1.1 Approval of minutes for Workshop Meeting, September 21, 1999. 1.2 Approval of minutes for Special Meeting, September 21, 1999. Resolutions: 1.3 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN DOLORES M. MASSELLI AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH RELATING TO PROPERTY SITUATED AT 2229 GRIFFIN ROAD, APARTMENTS 1, 2, &3; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." A motion was made by Commissioner Etling, seconded by Commissioner Mikes, to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Item 1.4. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali —yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino —yes Commissioner Mikes —yes 1.4 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, DECLARING CERTAIN PERSONAL PROPERTY TO BE OBSOLETE SURPLUS AND OF NO INTRINSIC VALUE AND DECLARING THE INTENT OF THE CITY TO DISPOSE OF SAME BY SELLING TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER OR PERMITTING THE DESTRUCTION OF SAID PROPERTY IF IT CANNOT BE SOLD; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Commissioner Mikes suggested that every effort be made to donate the equipment to a charity if it could not be sold. City Manager Smith agreed to attempt to donate any items that are not considered junk to charitable organizations. A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to adopt the resolution. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali —yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino —yes MINUTES -CITY OF DANIA BEACH 2 OCTOBER 12, 1999 L -r r Commissioner Mikes— yes ADDENDUM 2. BIDS/RFPS: 2.1 "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 $121,603.50 FROM UNITED UNDERGROUND CONTRACTORS CORPORATION; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH UNITED UNDERGROUND CONTRACTORS CORPORATION FOR IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS ALONG GRIFFIN ROAD; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Manager Smith advised that the reference to Irrigation Improvements along Griffin Road was not correct and the resolution should be changed to read "Sidewalk Street Improvements in the Northwest Section". He advised that funding was being provided under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 24th Year Program. A motion was made by Commissioner Etling, seconded by Vice-Mayor McElyea, to amend the resolution to specify the "Northwest Sidewalk Improvements under the 24`h Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program" instead of"Irrigation Improvements along Griffin Road". The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali —yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes—yes A motion was made by Commissioner Etling, seconded by Commissioner Mikes, to approve the resolution as amended. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes—yes 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SITE PLANS City Attorney Ansbro advised that Items 3.1, 3.2 and 3.3 would be quasi-judicial hearings and that all disclosures should be made. All individuals giving testimony were sworn in by City Attorney Ansbro. 3.1 a) VA-66-99 — Request for variance approval by Raymond J. Jones, General Industrial Agent for Florida East Coast Railway, Co., owner(s) of property located along SW 3rd Avenue on the northwest corner of Stirling Road, f/k/a AL Feed MINUTES -CITY OF DANIA BEACH 3 OCTOBER 12, 1999 A- r f t�- r 7 a Store, from Chapter 28 'Zoning", Article 6.21 "Off Street Parking", to allow 22 parking spaces instead of the required 26 spaces. "A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST SUBMITTED BY RAYMOND J. JONES, GENERAL INDUSTRIAL AGENT FOR FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY, CO., OWNER(S) OF PROPERTY LOCATED ALONG SW 3RD AVENUE ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF STIRLING RD., F/K/A J & L FEED STORE, IN DANIA BEACH FROM CHAPTER 28 'ZONING", ARTICLE 6.21 "OFF-STREET PARKING'REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Raymond Jones was present to request approval of the variance. He presented a revised rendering of the building. He advised that 5 truck bays were added to the north side of the building, which made the vehicular parking spaces short by three. The doors on the east side of the building were eliminated and windows and canopies were added. The building would be blue-gray with royal blue trim and royal blue awnings. Mayor Bertino opened the public hearing. Hearing no one speak in favor of or in Opposition to the variance request, the public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Mikes, to adopt the resolution approving the variance (VA-66-99) with the condition that the current rendering meet staff recommendations as follows: (1) inclusion of a dumpster detail on the site plan; (2) demonstration of compliance with Sec. 26-44 (c) Native Plant Requirements; (3) submission of a site lighting plan prior to building permits; (4) demonstration of compliance with Sec. 26-53 (c) Tree Size Requirements; and (5) that the monument sign meet Mainstreet requirements. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino —yes Commissioner Mikes —yes b) SP-67-99— Request for Site Plan approval by Raymond J. Jones, General Industrial Agent for Florida East Coast Railway, Co., owner(s) of property located along SW 3rd Avenue on the northwest corner of Stirling Road, f/k/a J & L Feed Store, from Chapter 8, Section 8.4, Article 1 of the Code of Ordinances, for renovations of an existing warehouse site. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN REQUEST SUBMITTED BY RAYMOND J. JONES, GENERAL INDUSTRIAL AGENT FOR FLORIDA EADST COAST RAILWAY, CO., OWNER(S) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ALONG SW 3 AVENUE ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF STIRLING RD., FORMERLY KNOWN AS J & L FEED STORE, DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Mayor Bertino opened the public hearing. Hearing no one speak in favor of or in Opposition to the variance request, the public hearing was closed. MINUTES - CITY OF DANIA BEACH 4 OCTOBER 12, 1999 L r, T _t A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to adopt the resolution approving the site plan (SP-67-99) with the condition that the current rendering meet staff recommendations as follows: (1) inclusion of a dumpster detail on the site plan; (2) demonstration of compliance with Sec. 26-44 (c) Native Plant Requirements; (3) submission of a site lighting plan prior to building permits; (4) demonstration of compliance with Sec. 26-53 (c) Tree Size Requirements; and (5) that the monument sign meet Mainstreet requirements. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes —yes ITEM 3.3 WAS HEARD AFTER ITEM 3.1 ITEM 3.2 WAS HEARD AFTER ITEM 2.1 3.2 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. "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." Terry Virta, Growth Management Director, advised that all previous deficiencies had been corrected and recommended approval of the site plan. Mayor Bertino opened the public hearing. Jay Field suggested that deceleration lanes be required when projects are approved along Griffin Road. He also suggested that trees, other than black olives, be planted. Hugo Renda suggested that the driveway be circular to avoid traffic backing out into the road. Hearing no further comments Mayor Bertino closed the public hearing. Commissioner Mikes suggested that a buffer be placed between the commercial property and the residential property in the event the property was ever sold separately. Terry Virta stated that there were no plans to make any structural changes to the building. Vice-Mayor McElyea suggested that a condition be required for a "right-turn only"from the property onto Griffin Road. Commissioner Etling felt that the petitioner should be required to meet the City's Design Guidelines. MINUTES -CITY OF DANIA BEACH 5 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Vice-Mayor McElyea, to continue Item 3.2 (SP-63-99) to the October 26, 1999, Regular Meeting, so the petitioner can bring back building elevation views showing the intent to meet the City's Design Guidelines. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali —yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes—yes ITEM 3.1 WAS HEARD AFTER ITEM 3.2 ITEM 3.3 WAS HEARD AFTER ITEM 3.1 3.3 a) VA-73-99 — Request for variance approval by Jimmy Villarroel, JGV Properties Inc, for property located at 16 North Federal Highway to allow the following: • Chapter 28, Zoning Article 4. District Regulations, Schedule Of lot, yard and bulk regulations — C-2 zoning district requires a 10-foot side yard setback. Mr. Villarroel is proposing a five-foot setback for a proposed addition, which would match the existing building. • Chapter 28, Zoning Article 6.21 Off Street Parking requirements in conjunction with a proposed site plan request (SP-74-99) for renovations to an existing building. Mr. Villarroel is requesting that he be allowed to provide 17 parking spaces where the code calls for 18 spaces, and have a 20 foot driving aisle width rather than a 24 foot driving aisle, as required by code. • Chapter 28, Zoning Article 28.10, Pervious and Impervious Areas provides that the land covered by buildings, structures and impervious surfaces shall not exceed seventy percent (70%) for commercial uses. • Chapter 26, Vegetation, Article IV, Landscaping, Sec. 26-51, Perimeter landscape requirements for business, commercial and industrial properties. A five-foot landscape buffer shall be provided around the perimeter of the property except for areas required to provide landscape buffers in accordance with section 26-50. Such landscape buffer shall contain one (1) tree for each forty (40) linear feet and a row of hedges. Mr. Villarroel is proposing a four-foot landscape buffer. "A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUESTS SUBMITTED BY JIMMY VILLARROEL, PRESIDENT OF JGV PROPERTIES, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16 NORTH FEDERAL HWY., DOWNTOWN DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." MINUTES - CITY OF DANIA BEACH 6 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f I� a r -r Terry Virta explained that this item had been continued so that the applicant could have his architect present for further clarification. Ed Felman, Architect, presented renderings of the front and rear elevations of the building. Mr. Felman advised that the entrance door would be on the side of the building. Commissioner Etling suggested that a fake entrance door be put on the front of the building in order to stay compatible with the other buildings. Commissioner Mikes suggested that the awnings be a dark color due to the residue from airplanes and vehicles. Mr. Villarroel stated that he had not decided on a color for the pavers because he would like to coordinate the color with Mainstreet. Commissioner Mikes suggested that palms be planted in the rear of the building. He also suggested that easements be provided on both sides of the property for future drainage improvements. Mayor Bertino mentioned that a plan had been put together some time ago to deed all the property behind the buildings into a special taxing district in order to put in one unitary parking lot that could be used by all the businesses along the strip, but the property owners opposed the plan. He felt that another plan should be established that would be beneficial to all the property owners. Commissioner Etling stated that he had been working with an expert in the area of parking to develop a plan where a shared parking situation could be created among the property owners. He stated that there was more cooperation from the property owners at this time. He suggested that the variance for parking be approved with the understanding that the petitioner be cooperative with the shared parking concept. Mayor Bertino opened the public hearing. Hearing no one speak in favor or in opposition of the variance request the public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Mayor Bertino, after passing the gavel, to adopt the resolution approving the variance request(VA-73-99) with the following conditions: (1) Exhibit as presented; (2) front awnings and fake front entrance door; (3) project to be completed within six months and the color of pavers to be coordinated with Mainstreet; (4) proposed trees to be substituted with Queen Palms at a height of 12 to 14 feet; (5) petitioner agrees to grant the City a four foot easement on both sides of the property for drainage improvements; (6) a hedge be planted on the east wall between the pavers and the building to soften the appearance. The motion passed on the following 4/1 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali—no Vice-Mayor McElyea—yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes —yes MINUTES -CITY OF DANIA BEACH 7 OCTOBER 12, 1999 4- L { I -r r b) SP-74-99 — Request for site plan approval by Jimmy Villarroel, JGV Properties Inc, for renovations to building at 16 North Federal Highway. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN REQUEST SUBMITTED BY JIMMY VILLARRoEL, PRESIDENT OF JGV PROPERTIES, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16 NORTH FEDERAL HWY., DOWNTOWN DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Mayor Bertino opened the public hearing. Hearing no one speak in favor or in Opposition of the request the public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Mikes, seconded by Commissioner Etling, to adopt the resolution approving the variance request (VA-73-99) with the following conditions: (1) Exhibit as presented; (2) front awnings and fake front entrance door; (3) project to be completed within six months and the color of pavers to be coordinated with Mainstreet; (4) proposed trees to be substituted with Queen Palms at a height of 12 to 14 feet; (5) petitioner agrees to grant the City a four foot easement on both sides of the property for drainage improvements; (6) a hedge be planted on the east wall between the pavers and the building to soften the appearance. The motion passed on the following 411 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali — no Vice-Mayor McElyea—yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes — yes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ity Manager Smith advised that$8,000.00 was budgeted for the purchase of audio- visual equipment for the Commission Chambers in order to enhance the quality of presentations. MINUTES- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 8 OCTOBER 12, 1999 i r 1 6 Mayor Bertino felt that it should be made into a passive park. Kim Johns, SW 30th Way, asked the Commission to consider making the land a preserve should the crime rate increase due to the creation of a passive park. A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, directing the City Manager to make arrangements for the FAU/FIU Joint Center to review the property issue and bring back a series of recommendations, within a reasonable time frame, on funding sources to preserve the land or other options that may be available to the City. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali —yes Vice-Mayor McElyea— yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes—yes 6.2 Annexation update City Manager Smith presented a draft Annexation Study prepared by Nova/ Southeastern University involving five areas. He reported that the legislative bill was being prepared by City Attorney Ansbro and would be submitted to the Legislative Delegation on November 12, 1999. Mayor Bertino felt that the Legislature should stipulate in the Bill that the area be brought to a certain service level either by providing funds to whatever City annexes the land or by providing any property that services are being provided from to the annexing City. The City Commission generally agreed that the referendum should only be broken down into two or three annexation areas. Commissioner Cali felt that the City should go on record agreeing to absorb the Broward County Firefighters who would be displaced should annexation occur in Dania Beach. City Manager Smith reported that the City of Dania Beach had already agreed to absorb the Broward County Firefighters who would meet the City's hiring criteria. City Manager Smith agreed to bring back additional data at a Workshop Meeting. 6.3 Discussion of Public Works employee assignments and shopping cart recovery. Commissioner Mikes expressed concern about public works' employees picking up shopping carts when there are plenty of projects that need to be done. City Manager Smith advised of the numerous shopping carts being abandoned throughout the City and the City's action to dispose of them because Winn Dixie doesn't want them back. Commissioner Cali thought that the residents without transportation available were guilty of taking the shopping carts into their neighborhoods and suggested the possibility of a neighborhood transportation service. MINUTES -CITY OF DANIA BEACH 10 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f C r. r i Commissioner Mikes requested that a schedule of weekly public works' projects for different areas of the City be distributed to the City Commission. City Manager Smith advised that the Public Works Director was in the process of developing a weekly schedule. Commissioner Mikes also expressed concern about the way repairs were being made to playground equipment and was concerned about the liability issue. He stated that the manufacturer's replacement parts should be purchased to make these repairs. The City Commission generally agreed to seek assistance through the Nuisance Abatement Board or Code Enforcement Board for encouraging Winn Dixie to maintain their shopping carts. 6.4 Update on alley closing--car wash/Flomar Dry Cleaner. Mayor Bertino clarified that the entire City Commission voted to close the alley behind the car wash and Flomar Dry Cleaners on SE 4'^ Street. City Manager Smith advised that the issue would be heard by the Planning & Zoning Board in October and the City Commission in November. 6.5 Discussion of travel per diem. Mayor Bertino stated that meal allowance for City employees traveling on City business was $3.00 for breakfast, $6.00 for lunch and $12.00 for dinner and felt that it was extremely low. Commissioner Cali advised that there was a travel guide published by Runzheimer being used by Ft. Lauderdale and other cities and suggested that staff research the guide. The City Commission generally agreed to have the City Manager review the Runzheimer Guide for Travel and bring back a recommendation on changing the per diem amount for employees traveling on City business. 6.6 Tent approval for Little Bear, Inc. film/television permit. City Manager Smith explained that Little Bear, Inc. was requesting permission to temporarily erect tents on the beach during filming. A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, approving temporary tents for Little Bear, Inc. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes —yes MINUTES- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 11 OCTOBER 12, 1999 s l-- 7 6.7 Discussion of Commission meeting dates during winter holidays. A motion was made by Vice-Mayor McElyea, seconded by Commissioner Cali, canceling the December 28, 1999, Regular Meeting, due to the holidays. The motion passed on the following 5/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling — yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes— yes 6.7 Date for second bond issue workshop. Commissioner Etling mentioned the need to finalize the bond referendum working so that the ordinance could be prepared and heard on first reading on November 23, 1999, and second reading on Decmeber 14, 1999. A Workshop Meeting was scheduled for November 2, 1999, at 7:30 p.m. with the Blue Ribbon Bond Committee. 7. APPOINTMENTS (NO APPOINTMENTS WERE SUBMITTED) 7.1 Appointment of 2 members on the Airport Advisory Board. 7.2 Appointment of 2 members on the Economic Development and Downtown Redevelopment Board. 7.3 Appointment of 1 member on the Marine Advisory Board. 7.4 Appointment of 2 members on the Occupational License Review Advisory Board. 7.5 Appointment of 1 member on Parks, Recreation and Community Affairs Advisory Board. 7.6 Appointment of 2 members on Human Relations Board. 7.7 Appointment of 1 member on Dania Housing Authority. 7.8 Appointment of 5 members and 2 alternates on Nuisance Abatement Board. Discussion followed on holding monthly meetings for the Nuisance Abatement Board and the ability for board meetings to be changed if needed. City Manager Smith advised that the frequency of the board meetings would be determined by the caseload and the day and time of the meetings are generally agreed upon by the Board members. City Manager Smith reported that Richard Bettor resigned from the Code Enforcement Board and a replacement needed to be appointed. The City Commission generally agreed to allow more time for Mr. Bettor to reconsider his decision to resign since he had been a long time member of the Board. MINUTES - CITY OF DANIA BEACH 12 OCTOBER 12, 1999 L r L Y A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Mc Elyea, seconded by Commissioner Mikes to adopt the resolution. The motion passed on the following 4/0 roll call vote: Comissioner Cali (out of room) Vice-Mayor McElyea —yes Commissioner Etling —yes Mayor Bertino—yes Commissioner Mikes—yes 6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION 6.1 Discussion of selling property. Kris Johnson, SW 30t"Way, was present to ask the City Attorney what options have been determined with regard to the property that was previously bought for the construction of a new fire station. Mr. Johnson presented a petition with signatures of residents who were in favor of preserving the land and the oak hammock. City Attorney Ansbro advised that the charter requires that the Commission adopt a resolution declaring the property surplus and determining how the property is to be disposed of. After adoption of the resolution, the property is to be offered for sale to the public and sealed bids are to be received. The City must sell the property to the highest bidder but may also reject any and all bids. If the property value is greater than $250,000.00, a referendum of the City electorate would be required. If 15% or more of the voters and taxpayers object to the sale, the land would then be required to be sold at a special election. Commissioner Cali advised that the property could possibly qualify as a preserve area and might be able to be purchased through funds set aside by Broward County for environmentally sensitive land and suggested that this option be researched. Jay Field stated that he was opposed to selling this land to anyone. He would like to see it preserved and possibly made into a park. Kris Johnson requested that the City Commission pass a motion establishing the land as a preserve. Commissioner Etling pointed out that the land belonged to the residents of the City and should be opened to the public and made into a passive park. He did not feel that the land should be preserved just for the abutting property owners. Commissioner Cali suggested that FAU/FIU Joint Center be asked to research this particular issue and recommend a solution to the City. Vice-Mayor McElyea was opposed to selling the property and felt that it should be made into a passive park. Commissioner Mikes stated that he would prefer a park/preserve use that would benefit all residents. MINUTES -CITY OF DANIA BEACH 9 OCTOBER 12, 1999 t- f L R r r '7 I / 8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 8.1 City Manager Smith presented a revised gateway sign for Federal Highway. He mentioned that the L-shape sign was not included as requested by the City and that the engineer was revising the design. Commissioner Mikes recommended planting Royal Palm trees around the sign. Commissioner Etling suggested that a mixture of three (3) Royal Palms and three (3) Coconut Palms be planted around the sign. Commissioner Mikes suggested that the mix consist of Royal Palms and Foxtail Palms. City Manager Smith reported that the irrigation system for Griffin Road was bid out again and the bids received were higher than expected. He advised that a new document was being prepared and would be placed on the next agenda. City Manager Smith reminded the Commission of the National League of Cities Conference in Los Angeles in December. City Manager Smith reported that the City was now on the Essex Phone System and encouraged the Commission and public to report any problems so that they can be reported to Bell South as soon as possible. 8.2 City Attorney— no comments 9. COMMISSION COMMENTS 9.1 Commissioner Cali expressed appreciation to Mayor Naugle and the City Commission of the City of Fort Lauderdale for hosting the breakfast and the Cabinet meeting with Governor Bush. 9.2 Commissioner Etling reminded the public that the Tomato Festival would be held November 12, 13 and 14. 9.3 Commissioner Mikes requested that the landscaping be finished at the entrance to Melaleuca Gardens and that the ficus hedges be replaced to reduce graffiti on the wall. City Manager Smith reported that the landscaping should be finished within the week. Commissioner Mikes urged supervision of the landscaping project on Griffin Road. City Manager Smith advised that EDSA would be supervising the landscaping project. Commissioner Etling suggested holding back payment to EDSA for six months after project completion to ensure that the plants have taken well. 9.4 Vice-Mayor McElyea requested an update on the drainage problem on NW 10th Street. City Manager Smith advised that Bud Palm, Utilities Director, was looking into possible improvements this year, but the exact structures to be installed had not yet been determined. Vice-Mayor McElyea requested an update on a basketball hoop at Northside Park. City Manager Smith advised that staff was surveying the entire Melaleuca Gardens neighborhood to determine what the majority of the residents desire at the park. MINUTES - CITY OF DANIA BEACH 13 OCTOBER 12, 1999 t r, T 7 f 7 City Manager Smith was asked to look into the following: a) The need for lighting from New Griffin Road traveling onto Old Griffin Road; b) The problem with pickup trucks parking along SE 3 Avenue between SE 1st Street and 3rd Street and tearing up the swale. 9.5 Mayor Bertino requested an update on the hockey rink. City Manager Smith advised that the rink had been inspected by USA Hockey and that staff was still working on putting the rink back up since it was taken down due to Hurricane George. Mayor Bertino advised that a semi-professional hockey player from Canada believed that the sideboards were too flimsy and that someone could get hurt. This individual was also willing to run the hockey program for the City at no cost. City Manager Smith asked Mayor Bertino to provide him with this individual's name after the meeting. Mayor Bertino requested an update on hiring a Recreation Director. City Manager Smith advised that he interviewed one candidate by phone last week and he expected to interview four others by next Friday. Commissioner Mikes stressed the need for the Commission to look at how administrative staffing is handling special projects since it takes so long to complete them. He was concerned that the City may not have the necessary personnel to implement the bond issue projects, if they pass, or to handle upcoming grant projects. This meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m. AT`E T: J MAYOR—COMMISSIONER ilkr� " ACTING CITY CLE Respectfully submitted by Nanci Denny APPROVED: June 26. 2001 MINUTES - CITY OF DANIA BEACH 14 OCTOBER 12, 1999 t 1, r, , T '1 MINUTES SUMMARY DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 12, 1999 MAYOR BERTINO CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:30 P.M. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE *Reverend Bob Sands, Griffin Road Baptist Church 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) BSO—Robert Boris, "Deputy of the Month" b) Carol Christ-Moral, Vice-President of Dania Beach Mainstreet, presented a drawing of a promotional logo called "Saucy' and requested assistance from the City's Public Works Department on installing 30 banners for the upcoming Tomato Festival. The Tomato Festival is being held November 12, 1999. Mrs. Christ-Moral requested that the banners be placed at intersections, Mainstreet sections, and along the parade route. A motion was made by Commissioner Cali, seconded by Commissioner Etling, directing the city manager to pay the costs associated with Public Works employees handing banners for the upcoming Tomato Festival. The motion passed on a 5I0 roll call vote. Vice-Mayor McElyea agreed to provide a bucket truck to assist the Public Works Department with hanging the banners and one or two flat bed trucks for a stage for the event. (CAD99.002 CITY MANAGER) Commissioner Etling pointed out that the current Business in Broward has articles about Dania Beach and the revival of the Tomato Festival. PROCLAMATIONS MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 1 OCTOBER 12, 1999 d- ,.r ■ r, r a) A proclamation declaring Sunday, October 17 , 1999, as"Ruby Curry Day" in the City of Dania Beach. ITEM 1.4 WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA 1. CONSENTAGENDA Minutes: 1.1 Approval of minutes for Workshop Meeting, September 21, 1999. 1.2 Approval of minutes for Special Meeting, September 21, 1999. Resolutions: 1.3 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA. APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN DOLORES M. MASSELLI AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH RELATING TO PROPERTY SITUATED AT 2229 GRIFFIN ROAD, APARTMENTS 1, 2, &3; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER ETLING SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MIKES APPROVING THE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEM 1.4. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE. (CAD99.081 FIRE DEPARTMENT 1.4 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, DECLARING CERTAIN PERSONAL PROPERTY TO BE OBSOLETE SURPLUS AND OF NO INTRINSIC VALUE AND DECLARING THE INTENT OF THE CITY TO DISPOSE OF SAME BY SELLING TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER OR PERMITTING THE DESTRUCTION OF SAID PROPERTY IF IT CANNOT BE SOLD; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER MIKES SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ETLING ADOPTING THE RESOLUTION. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE CITY MANAGER SMITH AGREED TO ATTEMPT TO DONATE ANY ITEMS THAT ARE NOT CONSIDERED JUNK TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS. (cad99.082 FINANCE) ADDENDUM 2. BIDS/RFPS: 2.1 "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 $121,603.50 FROM UNITED UNDERGROUND CONTRACTOR CORPORATION; AUTHORIZING MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 2 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f I, r, ' T / THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH UNITED UNDERGROUND CONTRACTOR CORPORATION FOR IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS ALONG GRIFFIN ROAD; 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 ETLING SECONDED BY VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA AMENDING THE RESOLUTION TO SPECIFY THE NORTHWEST SIDEWALK STREET IMPROVEMENTS UNDER THE CDBG 24` YEAR PROGRAM INSTEAD OF THE GRIFFIN ROAD REFERENCE. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER ETLING SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MIKES ADOPT/NG THE RESOLUTION AS AMENDED. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 510 ROLL CALL VOTE. (CAD99.071 CITYMANAGER) 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SITE PLANS 3.1 a) VA-66-99—Request for variance approval by Raymond J. Jones, General Industrial Agent for Florida East Coast Railway, Co., owner(s) of property located along SW 3r0 Avenue on the northwest corner of Stirling Road, fkal J&L Feed Store, from Chapter 28"Zoning", Article 6.21 "Off Street Parking", to allow 22 parking spaces instead of the required 26 spaces. "A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST SUBMITTED BY RAYMOND J. JONES, GENERAL INDUSTRIAL AGENT FOR FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY, CO., OWNER (S) OF PROPERTY LOCATED ALONG SW 3RD AVENUE ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF STIRLING RD., FKA1 J & L FEED STORE, IN DANIA BEACH FROM CHAPTER 28 "ZONING", ARTICLE 6.21 "OFF STREET PARKING" REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MIKES ADOPTING RESOLUTION VA-66-99 WITH THE CONDITION THAT THE CURRENT RENDERING MEET STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS AS FOLLOWS:11111 INCLUSION OFA DUMPSTER DETAIL ON THE SITE PLAN;(2) DEMONSTRATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH SEC 26 44/Cl NATIVE PLANT REQUIREMENTS (3) SUBMISSION OF A SITE LIGHTING PLAN PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT 4 DEMONSTRATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH SEC. MAIN(C). TREE SIZE REQUIREMENTS AND THAT THE MONUMENT SIGN MEET MAINSTREET REQUIREMENTS THE MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE b) SP-67-99—Request for Site Plan approval by Raymond J. Jones, General Industrial Agent for Florida East Coast Railway, Co., owner(s) of property located along SW 3rtl Avenue on the northwest corner of Stirling Road, MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 3 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f L -. Y ' T y J fka\J&L Feed Store, from Chapter 8, Section 8.4,Article 1 of the Code of Ordinances, for renovations of an existing warehouse site. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN REQUEST SUBMITTED BY RAYMOND J. JONES, GENERAL INDUSTRIAL AGENT FOR FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY, CO., OWNER(S) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ALONG SW 3RD AVENUE ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF STIRLING RD., FORMERLY KNOWN AS J & L FEED STORE, DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER MIKES, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ETLING,ADOPTING RESOLUTION(SP-67-99) WITH THE CONDITION THAT THE CURRENT RENDERING MEET STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS AS FOLLOWS:(1) INCLUSION OFA DUMPSTER DETAIL ON THE SITE PLAN:(2) DEMONSTRATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH SEC. 26-44(C): NATIVE PLANT REQUIREMENTS:(3) SUBMISSION OF A SITE LIGHTING PLAN PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT:(4) DEMONSTRATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH SEC. 26.53(C). TREE SIZE REQUIREMENTS AND THAT THE MONUMENT SIGN MEET MAINSTREET REQUIREMENTS. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 510 ROLL CALL VOTE. 3.2 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 +I- sq. ft. building located on the south side of Griffin Road, between SW 29t"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 MIKES, SECONDED BY VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA, CONTINUING THE RESOLUTION(SP-63-99) TO OCTOBER 26 1999 REGULAR MEETING SO THAT PETITIONER CAN BRING BACK BUILDING ELEVATION VIEWS SHOWING THE INTENT TO MEET THE CITY'S DESIGN GUIDELINES. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 510 ROLL CALL VOTE. 3.3 a) VA-73-99—Request for variance approval by Jimmy Villarroel, JGV Properties Inc, for property located at 16 North Federal Highway to allow the following: • Chapter 28, Zoning Article 4. District Regulations, Schedule Of lot, yard and bulk regulations—C-2 zoning district requires a 10- foot side yard setback. Mr. Villarroel is proposing a five-foot setback for a proposed addition, which would match the existing building. MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 4 OCTOBER 12, 1999 I R r. • Chapter 28, Zoning Article 6.21 Off Street Parking requirements in conjunction with a proposed site plan request(SP-74-99)for renovations to an existing building. Mr. Villarroel is requesting that he be allowed to provide 17 parking spaces where the code calls for 18 spaces, and have a 20 foot driving aisle width rather than a 24 foot driving aisle, as required by code. • Chapter 28, Zoning Article 28.10, Pervious and Impervious Areas provides that the land covered by buildings, structures and impervious surfaces shall not exceed seventy percent (70%) for commercial uses. • Chapter 26, Vegetation, Article IV, Landscaping, Sec. 26-51. Perimeter landscape requirements for business, commercial and industrial properties. A five-foot landscape buffer shall be provided around the perimeter of the property except for areas required to provide landscape buffers in accordance with section 26-50. Such landscape buffer shall contain one (1) tree for each forty (40) linear feet and a row of hedges. Mr. Villarroel is proposing a four-foot landscape buffer. "A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUESTS SUBMITTED BY JIMMY VILLARROEL, PRESIDENT OF JGV PROPERTIES, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16 NORTH FEDERAL HWY., DOWNTOWN DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER MIKES SECONDED SYMAYOR BERTINO AFTER PASSING THE GAVEL ADOPTING RESOLUTION VA-73-99 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS•(1)EXHIBIT AS PRESENTED;(21 FRONT AWNINGS AND FAKE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR;(3)PAVER COLORS TO BE SELECTED WITHIN 6 MONTHS WITH MAINSTREET•(4)PROPOSED TREES BE REPLACED WITH QUEEN PALMS OF A HEIGHT OF 12 14 FEET (51 PETITIONER AGREES TO GRANT TO THE CITY 4 FEET ON BOTH SIDES OF PROPERTY FOR DRAINAGE EASEMENTS;(6)PLANT A HEDGE ON EAST WALL BETWEEN PAVERS AND BUILDING TO SOFTEN APPEARANCE. THE MOTION PASSED DNA 411 ROLL CALL VOTE WITH COMMISSIONER CALI VOTING NO. b) SP-74-99—Request for site plan approval by Jimmy Villarroel, JGV Properties Inc, for renovations to building at 16 North Federal Highway. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN REQUEST SUBMITTED BY JIMMY VILLARROEL, PRESIDENT OF JGV PROPERTIES, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16 NORTH FEDERAL HWY., DOWNTOWN DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER MIKES SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ETLING,ADOPTING RESOLUTION(SP 74.99) WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:(11 EXHIBIT AS PRESENTED•(2)FRONT AWNINGS MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 5 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f r. 9 7 r AND FAKE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR;(3) PAVER COLORS TO BE SELECTED WITHIN 6 MONTHS WITH MAINSTREET•(4) PROPOSED TREES BE REPLACED WITH QUEEN PALMS OF A HEIGHT OF 12-14 FEET,•(5)PETITIONER AGREES TO GRANT TO THE CITY 4 FEET ON BOTH SIDES OF PROPERTY FOR DRAINAGE EASEMENTS:(6) PLANT A HEDGE ON EAST WALL BETWEEN PAVERS AND BUILDING TO SOFTEN APPEARANCE. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 411 ROLL CALL VOTE WITH COMMISSIONER CALI VOTING NO 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. 5. EXPENDITURES 5.1 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE SUPPLIES, SERVICES, MATERIALS, AND EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,299.00 FOR COMPUTER AUDIO VIDEO PROJECTION EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY PROXIMA CORPORATION, FROM COMPUTER PROJECTION SYSTEMS, UNDER STATE OF FLORIDA CONTRACT NO. 880-320-930-0400, WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND WITHOUT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH BE REPEALED TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE." (STAFF) A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MIKES ADOPTING THE RESOLUTION. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 411 ROLL CALL VOTE WITH COMMISSIONER CALI OUT OF THE ROOM (CAD99.083 FINANCEI 6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION 6.1 Discussion of selling property. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ETLING DIRECTING CITY MANAGER SMITH TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE FAU/FIU JOINT CENTER TO REVIEW THE PROPERTY ISSUE AND BRING BACK A SERIES OF RECOMMENDATIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME ON FUNDING SOURCES TO PRESERVE THE LAND OR OTHER OPTIONS THAT MAYBE AVAILABLE TO THE CITY THE MOTION PASSED ON A 510 ROLL CALL VOTE. (CAD99.013 FIRE) 6.2 Annexation update (City Manager/Commissioner Cali) MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 6 OCTOBER 12, 1999 4_ f 1, R 4, T / CITY MANAGER SMITH PRESENTED THE DRAFT NOVA/SOUTHEASTERN ANNEXATION STUDY INVOLVING FIVE SUB-AREAS. THE CITY COMMISSION GENERALLY AGREED THAT ONLY TWO OR THREE OF THE ANNEXATION AREAS WOULD NEED TO BE ADDED ON THE REFERENDUM BALLOT. CITY MANAGER SMITH AGREED TO BRING BACK ADDITIONAL DATA AT A WORKSHQP MEETING. (CAD99.005 CITY MANAGER) 6.3 Discussion of Public Works employee assignments and shopping cart recovery. (Commissioner Mikes) COMMISSIONER MIKES REQUESTED A SCHEDULE OF WEEKLY PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS FOR DIFFERENT AREAS OF THE CITY TO BE DISTRIBUTED TO THE CITY COMMISSION. DISCUSSION FOLLOWED ON LIABILITY CONCERNS WITH THE TYPES OF REPAIRS BEING MADE TO PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AND EMPLOYEES PICKING UP SHOPPING CARTS FOR THE WINN DIXIE SHOPPING CENTER. CITY MANAGER SMITH ADVISED OF THE NUMEROUS SHOPPING CARTS THAT ARE ABANDONED THROUGHOUT THE CITY AND THE CITY'S ACTION TO DISPOSE OF THEM BECAUSE WINN DIXIE DOESN'T WANT THEM BACK. THE CITYCOMMISSION GENERALLYAGREED TO SEEK ASSISTANCE THROUGH THE NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD OR CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD ON ENCOURAGING WINN DIXIE TO MAINTAIN THEIR CARTS. (MR99.047 PUBLIC WORKS) 6.4 Update on alley closing--car wash/Flomar Dry Cleaner (City Manager) MAYOR BERTINO CLARIFIED THAT THE ENTIRE CITY COMMISSION VOTED TO CLOSE THE ALLEY BEHIND THE CAR WASH/FLOMAR DRY CLEANERS ON SE 4rH STREET. CITYMANAGER SMITH ADVISED THAT THE PLANNING&ZONING BOARD WILL HEAR THE ISSUE IN OCTOBER AND THAT THE CITY COMMISSION SHOULD HEAR THE ISSUE IN NOVEMBER 6.5 Discussion of travel per diem. (Mayor Bertino) THE CITY COMMISSION GENERALLY AGREED TO HAVE THE CITY MANAGER REVIEW THE RUNZHEIMER GUIDE FOR TRAVEL USED BY FORT LAUDERDALE AND BRING BACK RECOMMENDATIONS ON CHANGING THE CITY'S TRAVEL PER DIEM FOR EMPLOYEES ATTENDING TRAINING CONVENTIONS. (MR99.048 FINANCE) 6.6 Tent approval for Little Bear, Inc. film/television permit. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER CALI SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ETLING APPROVING TEMPORARY TENTS FOR LITTLE BEAR INC. FILM/TELEVISION. THE MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE. MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 7 OCTOBER 12, 1999 f ,ti. ' r 'i i I` 7 6.7 Discussion of Commission meeting dates during winter holidays. (City Manager) A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE-MAYOR MCELYEA SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CALI CANCELING THE DECEMBER 28 1999 REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING DUE TO THE HOLIDAYS THE MOTION PASSED ON A 5/0 ROLL CALL VOTE. 6.8 Date for second bond issue workshop. (Commissioner Etling) COMMISSIONER ETLING MENTIONED THE NEED TO FINALIZE THE BOND REFERENDUM WORDING SO THAT THE ORDINANCE CAN BE PREPARED AND HEARD ON FIRST READING NOVEMBER 23 AND SECOND READING DECEMBER 14. THE CITY COMMISSION SCHEDULED A WORKSHOP MEETING NOVEMBER 2 1999, AT 7.30 P.M. WITH THE BLUE RIBBON BOND COMMITTEE (CMD99.009 CITY MANAGER 7. APPOINTMENTS(NO APPOINTMENTS WERE SUBMITTED) 7.1 Appointment of 2 members on the Airport Advisory Board. 7.2 Appointment of 2 members on the Economic Development and Downtown Redevelopment Board, 7.3 Appointment of 1 member on the Marine Advisory Board. 7.4 Appointment of 2 members on the Occupational License Review Advisory Board. 7.5 Appointment of 1 member on Parks, Recreation and Community Affairs Advisory Board. 7.6 Appointment of 2 members on Human Relations Board. 7.7 Appointment of 1 member on Dania Housing Authority. 7.8 Appointment of 5 members and 2 alternates on Nuisance Abatement Board. DISCUSSION FOLLOWED ON HOLDING MONTHLY MEETINGS FOR THE NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD AND THE ABILITY FOR BOARD MEETINGS TO BE CHANGED IF NEEDED. CITY MANAGER SMITH REPORTED THAT RICHARD BETTOR HAS RESIGNED FROM THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD THE CITY COMMISSION AGREED TO ALLOW MORE TIME FOR MR. BETTOR TO RECONSIDER HIS DECISION TO RESIGN SINCE HE HAS BEEN A LONG TIME MEMBER OF THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD. 8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 8 OCTOBER I Z 1999 t L r r _I 8.1 City Manager Smith presented a revised gateway sign for Federal Highway. He mentioned that the L-shape sign was not included as requested by the City and that the engineer is revising the design. Commissioner Mikes recommended using a mixture of three (3) Royal Palm and three (3) Coconut Palm trees around the L-shape sign. City Manager Smith reported that the irrigation system was bid out for Griffin Road and that the issue should be placed on the next agenda. City Manager Smith reminded the commission of the National League of Cities Conference in Los Angeles in November/December. The City is now on the Essex Phone System. City Manager Smith encouraged the commission and public to report any problems so that they can be reported to Bell South as soon as possible. 8.2 City Attorney—no comments 9. COMMISSION COMMENTS 9.1 Commissioner Cali expressed appreciation to Mayor Naugle, City of Fort Lauderdale, for hosting the Cabinet meeting breakfast with Governor Bush. 9.2 Commissioner Etling reminded the public that the Tomato Festival will be held November 12, 13 and 14. 9.3 Commissioner Mikes requested additional landscaping at the entrance to Melaleuca Gardens and the replacement of Ficus hedges to reduce graffiti on the wall. City Manager Smith reported that Public Works expects to finish the landscaping in Melaleuca Gardens this week. Commissioner Mikes urged supervision of the landscaping project at Griffin Road. City Manager Smith advised that EDSA will be supervising the landscaping project. Commissioner Etling suggested holding back payment to EDSA six months after project completion to ensure that the plants have taken well. 9.4 Vice-Mayor McElyea requested an update on the drainage problem on NW 1OM Street. City Manager Smith advised that Bud Palm, Utilities Director, is looking into possible improvements this year, but exact structures to be installed have not yet been determined. Vice-Mayor McElyea requested an update on whether a basketball hoop will be installed at Northside Park, City Manager Smith advised that staff is surveying the entire Melaleuca Gardens neighborhood to determine what the majority of residents want at the park. City Manager Smith was asked to look into the following: a) The need for lighting from New Griffin Road coming onto Old Griffin Road; (MR99.049 PUBLIC WORKS) MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 9 OCTOBER 1Z 1999 f r n i ' r b) The problem with pickup trucks parking along SE 3 Avenue between SE 1st Street and 3rd Street. (MR99.050 GROWTH MANAGEMENT) 9.5 Mayor Bertino requested an update on the hockey rink. City Manager Smith advised that the rink has been inspected by U.S. Hockey and that staff is still working on putting the rink back up since it was taken down a few weeks ago due to Hurricane George. Mayor Bertino advised that a semi-professional hockey player from Canada believes that the boards are too flimsy and that someone might get hurt. This individual is also willing to run the hockey program for the City at no cost. City Manager Smith asked that he provide this person's name after the meeting. (MR99.012 PARKS) Mayor Bertino requested an update on hiring a Recreation Director. City Manager Smith advised that he interviewed one candidate by phone last week and that he expects to interview four others between now and next Friday. Commissioner Mikes stressed the need for the commission to look at how administrative staffing is handling special projects since it seems to take so long to get things completed. He was concerned that the City may not have the necessary personnel to implement the bond issue projects if they pass, or to handle upcoming grant projects. This meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m. MINUTES SUMMARY- CITY OF DANIA BEACH 10 OCTOBER 1Z 1999 1 i.