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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNULL (430) 1 M nu,�eS M s7ecial r4a • 1999 -r r MINUTES DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 6, 1999 CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR BERTINO AT 7.00 P.M. 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 Saltalamacchia 1. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN OCEAN BAY CONSTRUCTION, INC. AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FOR PROVIDING ALL MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT AND LABOR TO PERFORM ALL WORK NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE "DRAINAGE PIPE REPLACEMENT" PROJECT; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT WITH THIS RESOLUTION ARE REPEALED TO EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING THAT THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF SUCH AGREEMENT IS RETROACTIVE FROM MARCH 23, 1999." (STAFF) Bud Palm, Utilities Director, explained that the bid was awarded for the drainage pipe project at the March 23r° meeting and that the agreement with Ocean Bay Construction, Inc. needs to be expedited to begin the work replacing drainage lines on SE 3rtl Street. Mr. Palm mentioned the need to complete the work prior to the upcoming rainy season and expected the contractor to be completed within three weeks. Commissioner Mikes recommended renting pumps to handle possible flooding in the event of a heavy rain before the drainage pipe project is finished. A motion was made by Commissioner Etling, seconded by Vice-Mayor McElyea, to adopt the resolution. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: Commissioner Cali—yes Commissioner Etling-yes Commissioner Mikes—yes Vice-Mayor McElyea—yes Mayor Bertino-yes / r This meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m. - ��� AACTIN OR-COMMISSIONERCITY ACLER MINUTES 1 APRIL 6, 1999 SPECIAL MEETING f r 7 AGENDA DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 6, 1999 7:00 P.M. ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE CITY COMMISSION WITH REGARD TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING OR HEARING WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS,AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. LOBBYIST REGISTRATION REQUIRED - REGISTRATION AS A LOBBYIST IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH IS REQUIRED IF ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION IS BEING PAID TO LOBBY THE COMMISSION ON ANY PETITION OR ISSUE PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 01-93. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE IN THE ADMINISTRATION CENTER. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, PERSONS NEEDING ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF THESE PROCEEDINGS SHOULD CONTACT SHERYL CHAPMAN,ACTING CITY CLERK, 100 W. DANIA BEACH BLVD, DANIA BEACH, FL 33004,(954)921-8700,EXT.203,AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO MEETING. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL: 1. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN OCEAN BAY CONSTRUCTION, INC. AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FOR PROVIDING ALL MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT AND LABOR TO PERFORM ALL WORK NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE "DRAINAGE PIPE REPLACEMENT" PROJECT; PROVIDING THAT ALL RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT WITH THIS RESOLUTION ARE REPEALED TO EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; FURTHER, PROVIDING THAT THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF SUCH AGREEMENT IS RETROACTIVE FROM MARCH 23, 1999." (STAFF) f R r, f 7 F ' MINUTES DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING APRIL 6, 1999 CALL TO ORDER BY MAYOR BERTINO AT 7.10 P.M. 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 Saltalamacchia 1. City Commission Goal setting session. City Manager Smith requested input from the City Commission on goals that they would each like to consider in the forthcoming budget sessions for fiscal year 1999-2000. City Manager Smith presented a recap of projects that have been accomplished as follows: Economic Development in 1998I99 fiscal year: • Bass Pro Shops opened in November, 1998; • IGFA opened in December, 1998; • FAU—SeaTech opened January,1999; • Springhill Suites opened January, 1999; • Mainstreet Program is off to a good start; Planning: • City of Dania Beach Comprehensive Plan submitted to the State of Florida, Department of Community Affairs for approval. Amendments are being addressed at this time; • New IROM (Industrial Research Office Marine)Zoning District in the west portion of the City was established to encourage marine-related business; • A downtown overlay district for mixed uses is being reviewed to encourage downtown redevelopment; • A mixed use redevelopment district is being considered for Sheridan Street; Aesthetics: • Commercial Design Guidelines have been created throughout the City; • Mainstreet Committee is currently looking at refining additional design guidelines; MINUTES 1 APRIL 6, 1999 WORKSHOP MEETING f ' r 7 I' • Sign Code was started in the downtown district and expanded, recently, to the entire City, which will improve the look of signage throughout the City; • Landscape improvements have been initiated by the Public Works Department and major landscaping improvements are planned for the Griffin Road corridor through partial grant funding; • The City has been awarded ISTEA(Intermodel Surface Transportation Efficiency Act) funds through a federal program for landscaping improvements on Federal Highway and Dania Beach Boulevard; • Code Enforcement has been increased in the City; Infrastructure • Significant park improvements initiated by the Parks Department; • Paving program throughout the City; • Utilities—a number of water and drainage lines have been replaced to improve flooding conditions in the City; Social Redevelopment: • ICE CUBE (Institute for Community Empowerment) opened to provide wide range of social services, such as job training; • CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) Program continues to revitalize the lower and moderate income areas of the City; • Parks Department focusing on developing new programs on a broader scale to address the needs of young adults, children and senior citizens; Budget issues: • Garbage Contracts expire 9130/99 and will be rebid this year. The new contract will include a full-curbside recycling program and roll-out containers for a more uniform appearance to the City and to speed up collection; • Growth Management Department is addressing the need to streamline development procedures for a more user-friendly approach. There is a possibility of general guidelines being established to allow staff to handle small variances and special exceptions, thereby, streamlining the extensive Planning &Zoning Board and City Commission process; • FAU Joint Center is working with the City to develop a marketing plan for the City to enhance Economic Development recruitment • Staff is working with the Blue Ribbon Committee to address major capital needs that will be included in the Referendum scheduled for November, 1999. • Application for the All America City Program for the Year 2000 is in progress. At this time, City Manager Smith opened discussion with the commission. Referendum Election Commissioner Etling mentioned that the Blue Ribbon Bond Committee has been extended to November 1999, however, the referendum election in November has to be approved by the City Commission. The City will bear all costs for the election because there are no scheduled County elections. City Manager Smith projected a cost of MINUTES 2 APRIL 6, 1999 WORKSHOP MEETING d- r f d t, 7 $5,000.00 to $6,000.00 for the City election. Commissioner Mikes and Vice-Mayor McElyea recommended waiting until March 2000 for better election turnout. The Commission agreed to include this to the next agenda for action. Development Issues Commissioner Mikes advised that there have been some positive steps in design standards, however, the City must also update the Code to discourage obnoxious uses in order to improve development throughout the City. Commissioner Cali expressed his desire to focus on creating a CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) for economic development. He explained that the City could take advantage of the tax increment financing mechanism within the CRA to finance the enhancement or development of mainstreet or the corridor along Sheridan Street. Time is of the essence because there is movement at the County Commission to stop the creation of CRA's and there are a couple of proposed bills in the Florida Legislature prohibiting the creation of CRA's. The City could work through the FAU/FIU Joint Center or find a Public Relations firm that could help obtain corporate sponsorships for some signature special events. Corporate sponsorships could also help with the development of Mainstreet and work hand in hand with SeaTech for opportunities for commercial development. He passed out public relations brochures from other cities and emphasized the need to preserve historic buildings in the City through a tax increment financing system. City Manager Smith reported that a grant with the Bureau of Historic Preservation for the development of a Historic Preservation Element for the City's Comprehensive Plan is in the works. Mayor Bertino thought that all of the legal mechanisms were in place through the Downtown Redevelopment Board for a CRA and asked that City Attorney Ansbro review the established Board. Commissioner Mikes suggested hiring a consultant to advise the City on the options available. The City Commission generally agreed to direct city manager and city attorney to schedule a workshop meeting with a consultant who could assist the City in establishing a CRA. Mayor Bertino stated his desire to increase zoning, legal protection in the site plan process, and landscaping requirements in the Code. Terry Virta, Growth Management Director, explained that Attorney Ansbro and Attorney Paine are working on toughening the Special Exception procedures, and proposed revisions to Site Plans and Variances will be forthcoming. Mr. Virta advised that the PUD provisions have not been utilized in the City and that an ordinance adopted in the 1970's provided the PUD use through the special exception process. Using the Griffin Road interchange as an example, Mr. Virta suggested having EDSA craft an overlay for that general area so that all projects coming into the area have to tie into the established theme. Mayor Bertino stressed his desire to take steps to eliminate the multi-family rental building use as much as possible so that single family ownership could be encouraged in the City. In order to change housing patterns in the City, he suggested offering developers an incentive to tear down some of the older duplexes and multiple family properties. The City could allow the integration of some properties or evaluate the feasibility of some form of transfer of development rights mechanism that developers could carry to a multiple piece of property. Commissioner Cali explained that in order to build a sense of community, the City would have to establish a strict policy addressing MINUTES 3 APRIL 6, 1999 WORKSHOP MEETING 'r r affordable housing needs for families, senior citizens, and all other elements of the housing stock. City Manager Smith suggested addressing this issue through the Comprehensive Plan process and by reviewing a master plan of single family neighborhoods. Commissioner Mikes advised that the City has a surplus of affordable housing and that communities want mixed use income neighborhoods. Vice-Mayor McElyea advised that most of the duplexes or triplexes in the southwest are less than 15 years old and financed with a bank. He cautioned the City Commission on the amount of money it would take to renovate these structures into single family homes. He agreed that the City needs to start somewhere and that the focus should be on the older duplexes/triplexes. City Attorney Ansbro agreed that incentive zoning could be examined and a clear understanding of where the problems are would need to be evaluated. Mayor Bertino thought that Code Enforcement could be utilized to speed up the process and that minimum landscaping standards should be required on some of the old run down rental properties. Further discussion followed with Commissioner Mikes mentioning the need to impose controls requiring owners to supply garbage cans and handle the problem of abandoned animals by renters who move. The City Commission generally agreed that they desire to insist on quality in housing and commercial development and that the City is in a good position to require quality development. Commissioner Etling mentioned that affordable housing is in a deplorable condition in the City and agreed that the City should consider providing incentives for converting duplex to single family through tax, zoning or setback considerations. Commissioner Etling stressed the need to improve entrances into the City and to increase employment opportunities and economic development. City Manager Smith agreed that residents of Dania Beach need to take advantage of the employment training opportunities provided through the ICE CUBE Program, FAU, BCC, and Sheridan Vocational Center so that jobs provided by developments won't be taken by non-residents. Commissioner Cali mentioned that there are neighborhood transportation grants available through Broward County Mass Transit, The City could expand the scope of neighborhood transportation with mini buses, vans or trolleys that could bring people to the main corridors to catch buses. The City could work with Mass Transit to redesign the routes that are necessary to go to the employment centers or training centers as mentioned. Hughes Hall, Inc., the City's Transportation Planners, could explore the expansion of neighborhood transit services through the Broward County Mass Transit grant program. Mayor Bertino suggested exploring whether Broward County School System could provide instructors from Sheridan Vocational or McFadders to teach night courses at Collins or Dania Elementary or South Broward High School. Commissioner Mikes suggested conducting a poll in the neighborhoods to determine what locations would be of interest to the community. Mayor Bertino mentioned that since the expansion of the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport is inevitable, the City might be able to attract South American business and improve economic development by amending zoning classifications and height restrictions to allow taller buildings and office structures to be built along Federal Highway. Mayor Bertino thought that developers could be granted the opportunity to build 4 or 5 story structures on Federal Highway with the understanding that they purchase and demolish certain homes in the southwest section. The City could also require buffer zones or properties designated for park space. MINUTES 4 APRIL 6, 1999 WORKSHOP MEETING f k, -r rF Commissioner Mikes mentioned that the City is pretty much built-out and that the rate of growth will not be as active over the next 20 years as it was this past 20 years. He expressed his opinion that the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport will not develop into a major airport hub and that it is two-thirds developed at this time. He stressed the need to maintain the City's downtown area and sense of community. He urged the City Commission to stand firm against the types of airport uses that would deteriorate the City and he was hopeful that the Mainstreet Program would be able to put some positive character back into the downtown area. Vice-Mayor McElyea mentioned the eyesore problem with the old abandoned gas station on Dania Beach Boulevard that is actually in the City of Hollywood. Attorney Ansbro advised that the property is currently going through Hollywood's Code Enforcement Board process and that a letter of intent to clean up the property within 60 days has been issued. Centennial: Commissioner Etling urged the Commission to start planning the City's centennial, which is only five years away. The centennial will be a very significant milestone because Dania Beach will be the first city to reach 100 years. Transit Greenways: City Manager Smith reported that Attorney Tom Gustafson is working on scheduling a meeting with Governor Bush at the City of Lake Park with other South Florida cities that are interested in Transit Greenways. City Manager Smith explained that Transit Greenways would involve a series of walk and bike paths and light rail transportation for moving citizens and tourists throughout the City. It would involve various modes of transportation, but in a continuous unified system, rather than just getting people off the road. This is a long-term program and the idea is that you create a plan so that when the Federal and State grant opportunities become available, the program can begin in phases. Mayor Bertino agreed to attend the meeting with City Manager Smith. Waterfronts Florida Jobs Training: City Manager Smith thought that the Waterfronts Florida Program would move the City forward with taking advantage of economic opportunities. Commissioner Mikes stressed the need for City Manager Smith to maintain control of the Waterfronts Florida Program from the political entities on both sides of the City. City Attorney Ansbro mentioned the need to maintain contact with the Marina Mile Association. In summary, City Manager Smith stressed the need to take a leadership role to bring the people who are providing jobs together with the educational curriculum developers in the school system and then providing transportation for Dania Beach residents to attend classes at their facilities. Pier City Manager Smith advised that the City has received a proposal for the Pier Restaurant project from Pier Pointe, Inc. He advised that Attorney Ansbro is working with him to develop an agreement and that meetings are forthcoming with the City's hospitality consultant and Pier Pointe Inc. MINUTES 5 APRIL 6, 1999 WORKSHOP MEETING L t . r -r Discussion followed on the deterioration of the wood on the fishing pier and the City's needs to take whatever action necessary to improve the beach area in conjunction with the FAU-Seatech facility. City Manager Smith advised that preservative has been added to the pier and that pressure cleaning does clean the pier, but also removes the preservative and damages the wood. Commissioner Mikes advised that the condition of the pier is typical to other docks exposed to the sun and continuous pressure cleaning over a period of years. Mr. Smith agreed to look at a better quality of wood and Commissioner Mikes advised that there is treated wood with a 50-year guarantee. Crime/DruasNouth Programs In The City Mayor Bertino stressed the need for teens to have a youth center to go to at night to keep them off the streets and to have organized programs at the parks to deter drug activity. He mentioned that the fence is torn down at Modello Park and that these types of issues need to be addressed immediately. He requested the city manager provide information on recreational schedules for the parks, ICE CUBE Program and MADDADS Program to the City Commission so they will know who is running the programs and the times of operation. Vice-Mayor McElyea expressed the importance of providing staff to teach basketball to the youth to decrease violent activity. City Manager Smith advised that the City does have programs ongoing in the evening and that staff is developing programs to reach a cross-section of the community. The City does not have the resources to run athletics leagues. However, the City can provide equipment and facilities for programs with the assistance of the community through organizations like the Optimist Clubs, churches and civic groups. Mr. Smith explained that the parks are open until 9:00 p.m. during the week and programs featuring arts&crafts, trips, and games were provided during spring break at every park from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Mr. Smith reported that the ICE CUBE Program is going very well and that counseling and job training is being provided to interested youths. Mayor Bertino recommended reviewing the possibility of vacating the street on the north side of Modello Park so that sports programs could be expanded on the land near the park that is owned by the Broward County School Board. Attorney Ansbro advised that one of the top priorities of the Blue Ribbon Bond Committee is a proposal acquiring the School Board land. City Manager Smith advised that a representative from Olsen Middle School also presented a suggestion to the Blue Ribbon Committee to acquire some land adjacent to Olsen Middle School for joint development of a recreational facility with the Broward County School Board and City of Hollywood. Mayor Bertino recommended building a swimming pool at Meli Park and providing swimming lessons for the community. Commissioner Cali recommended exploring the options of establishing a charter high school in the City around the theme of the marine trades and marine associated businesses, which could be linked with FAU-SeaTech so that the City could be known as a marine education center. Mayor Bertino advised that South Broward is a Marine Magnet School connected to SeaTech. Commissioner Mikes reminded the Commission that the taxpayers pay the bills for the City and that staffing is very expensive. He wasn't confident that the City was capable of budgeting some of the projects that have been proposed for the bond issue since the City must work within its resources. He felt that the Blue Ribbon Committee must look at MINUTES 6 APRIL 6, 1999 WORKSHOP MEETING L .. f r the cost of maintenance and staffing costs of the proposed projects and not just the capital costs. Annexation: Commissioner Cali urged annexation as a priority this year. City Manager Smith advised that the annexation bill did not pass in this past legislative session, however, the City is on the same timetable to hold a referendum in November 2000 to provide a choice between Dania Beach and Hollywood. The Legislative Delegation made good on their promise to start the Broward County study and the consultant has been chosen from Nova Southeastern. The study should be completed within the next four months so that the residents have an opportunity to review the study and the City can then resubmit a bill for the 2000 Legislative Session. Commissioner Cali mentioned the need for a public relations campaign to be presented to the two western parcels involved in the annexation so that the residents can be aware of Dania Beach and concerns can be addressed in the consultant's report. He also requested a timetable of all the public meetings with the consultant and the neighborhood so that everyone is aware of each step. Commissioner Mikes urged a contingency plan to be proposed in the event that the City does not receive the annexed lands that would really increase the tax base. He encouraged a review of major infrastructure costs with the new fire station in the west and to be cautious with staffing and the size of the facility in case the annexation falls through. Commissioner Mikes mentioned that there are other increases coming that have to be taken into consideration like police services. Since the City is a moderate income City, he did not want to see taxes increased significantly. Discussion followed on the City taking an active role to provide a lobbyist to review bills in Tallahassee, providing an active marketing plan, and ensuring financial benefit in the annexation program. Commissioner Mikes mentioned that the deadline is coming up on the Florida Communities Trust grant for the purchase of the four beach lots. He urged the City Commission to take action to offer more money to acquire the west parcel on the beach because of its developmental potential. He also mentioned that the City is losing parking at the beach due to the U.S. Navy and SeaTech facilities. City Manager Smith advised that FCT have very specific rules about how much more over the appraised value of the property can be offered. The City Commission agreed to have City Manager Smith negotiate a higher offer. / This meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. i,2 -COMMISSIONER ACTING C YFV CLERK - MINUTES 7 APRIL 6, 1999 WORKSHOP MEETING t f ' r '7 r' AGENDA DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING APRIL 6, 1999 (following 7:00 p.m. Special Meeting) ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE CITY COMMISSION WITH REGARD TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING OR HEARING WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS,AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. LOBBYIST REGISTRATION REQUIRED - REGISTRATION AS A LOBBYIST IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH IS REQUIRED IF ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION IS BEING PAID TO LOBBY THE COMMISSION ON ANY PETITION OR ISSUE PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 01-93. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE IN THE ADMINISTRATION CENTER. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES1 ACT, PERSONS NEEDING ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF THESE PROCEEDINGS SHOULD CONTACT SHERYL CHAPMAN,ACTING CITY CLERK, 100 W.DANIA BEACH BLVD, DANIA BEACH, FL 33004,(954)921.8700,EXT.202,AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO MEETING. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL: 1. City Commission Goal setting session.