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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-01-09 CRA Board Regular Meeting Agenda-Addendum ADDENDA TO AGENDA COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2008 - 6:00 P.M. ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE 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 THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE, 100 W. DANIA BEACH BOULEVARD, DANIA BEACH,FL 33004,(954)924-6800 EXT.3624,AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING. IN CONSIDERATION OF OTHERS,WE ASK THAT YOU: A. PLEASE TURN CELL PHONES OFF,OR PLACE ON VIBRATE. IF YOU MUST MAKE A CALL,PLEASE STEP OUT INTO THE ATRIUM,IN ORDER NOT TO INTERRUPT THE MEETING. B. IF YOU MUST SPEAK TO SOMEONE IN THE AUDIENCE,PLEASE SPEAK SOFTLY OR GO OUT INTO THE ATRIUM, IN ORDER NOT TO INTERRUPT THE MEETING. Addenda 5. Interview for CRA Director Angela Bauldree 6. Proposed Business Venture for 100 E. Dania Beach Boulevard—Howard Berkowitz APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT CITY OP DANIA BEACH 100 WEST DANIA BEACH BOULEVARD DANIA BEACH,FL 33004 (954)924-3600•JOB LINE:(954)924-3680 •FAX:(954)921-2604 Website: www.daniabeachiLirov "AN E UAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER" HpGN'1yE8EX1WI11 FU1tY7YIrABOUT=TTIE�it GYFtFRWHTGHXUt)AREARPLYINT. C6ec Ortl e ❑ A Cit-Em to ,ee 66if Web Pa e ❑ Job Announcement Board ❑ News a er Ad ❑ Employment Agency ❑Other Notes: (1)Please type or print clearly (2)Under Florida law,emplovmenl applications are open for public inspection. C)False or exaggerated statements may cause rejection of the application,or if employed,termination of employment. (4)Sin and date the application. POSITION APPLIED FOR(please be specific) Announcement Number: REDEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Date:12/17/2007 11:48 Salary Requirements: $ 68,000.00 Do you have the legal right to work in the U.S.? t Yes ❑ No Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act,we are required to verify that you are legally eligible for emplovmenl in the U.S. We will require documentation upon employment. Last name: Bauldree first Name.Angela Gall Middle Name:__ _ Present sheet address: 7030 SW 41 PLACE City: Davie State: FL _ Zip Code: 33314 _ Social Security Number Home Phone Number: 954-577-7968 Other Phone Number: 954-646-7043 Email Address:an elabauldree47 aol.com Do you have a valid driver's license? 0 Yes ❑ No State: FL License Number:_ __ Expiration Date: 4/7/10 0 Operator's ❑ CDL Class E _Endorsement(s)_ e+' tiw0014,:. Grade School High School College Code LAST YEAR COMPLETED. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 *" 5 6 School Name& Address Did you Major/Minor Degree/Diploma Graduate? High School Southwest Miam 0 Yes ❑ No HS Miami,FL Junior College Miami Dade Com yes ❑ No AA Miarri College or Florida Inter 0 Yes ❑ No Public Admin. BP University Miami,F A L Classroom Hours Course s Vocational/ Technical School FL ❑Yes ❑ No Other Training ❑ Yes ❑ No Revised 12/03 Type of employment you are applying for: iFulltime O Part-time ❑Temporary ❑On-Call ❑Seasonal ❑Other May we contact your present employer regarding your record of employment? O Yes Rf No When will you be available finemplovment: 02/01/2008 Begin with your PRESENT or most recent job and describe the specific duties and responsibilities. List all periods of employment, including self-employment and internships. When applicable, please indicate various levels, specific dates of employment and duties of positions held under each employer. Explain any periods of unemployment. Be specific—your rating may depend on the information you provide. (1) Employer: Supervisor: From: Mo,08 Yr.2006 City of Tamarac Comm. Dev Dir. To: Mo.12 yr.2007 Position: Salary:Housing Admin. 62,500.00, Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: 7525 NW 88 AVE Tamarac FL 33314 954-577-7968 Hours Per Week: Type of Business: 35 Municipality Duties Performed: Housing programs& projects, Capital Projects, Neighborhood planning, budgetings, grant admin (CDBG, SHIP, & HOME), Outreach If no longer employed, reason for leaving: Voluntary: 0 Yes ❑ No Still employed (2) Employer: Supervisor: From: M0.06 Yr,2003 City of Hallandale Beach Dir. of Dev. Svc Position: Salary: To: Mo.08 Yr.2006 Community Redevelopment 50,000.00 Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: 400 S Federal Highwa Hallandale Beach FL 133009 954457-1348 Hours Per Week: Type of Business: 40 Municipality Duties Performed: Oversaw CRA, Capital projects, housing, community outreach, developer agreements, budget, grants (CDBG), land acquisition, supervisor If no longer employed,reason for leaving: Voluntary: m Yes ❑No Extremely unpleasant work environment (3) Employer: Supervisor: From: Mo. Yr. Position: Salary: To: Mo. Yr. Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Hours Per Week: Type of Business: Duties Performed: If no longer employed,reason for leaving: Voluntary: ❑ Yes ❑No The City of Dania Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer 2 OWN List any special skills, knowledge or ability that you possess which maybe relevant to the position applied for. For example, list vehicles or equipment operated—special courses,knowledge of computer hardware/software,typing,shorthand,machine operation or any other experience/skills. WPM: 50 Knowledge of multiple comp. software List any professional or occupational licensure(s), registration(s), certification(s),membership(s)that you currently hold. (Please attach copies of all required documents according to the vacancy announcement) Certified Housing Counselor. Use the following space for additional information or further details that you feel may more adequately describe your qualifications or special skills: Have you ever been a member of the Armed Services? ❑ Yes 0 No Do you claim Veteran's Preference? ❑ Yes m No Type of discharge: ❑ Honorable ❑Dishonorable ❑Other If yes,you must submit DD214 and/or documentation supporting your claim. Proof must be submitted at time of application to receive preference points. Have you ever been employed by the City of Dania Beach? ❑ Yes 0 No If yes,give dates and department Are you related to any City of Dania Beach employee? ❑ Yes 0 No If yes,give name and department Have you ever been convicted of any criminal offense,pleaded guilty or nolo contendere,or found guilty of criminal offense, even though Adjudication was withheld or sentence was suspended? ❑ Yes 0 No Date: Charge: Place: Current Status: NOTE: A 'yes" res once to this uestion does not automatically dis ualifv you for em to ment.) I hereby certify that all the statements made in the application are true and correct I understand that I must demonstrate that 1 meet the minimum requirements ofthejob,and further understand that any exaggerated or false statement(s)or omission of requested information maybe cause for my application to be rejected,or,ift have been employed maybe cause for termination. By signing this application,1 agree to authorize the use of ary information in this application to verify my statements,and 1 authorize all past employers,past educators and references to release any and all information concerning my previous employment and educational records. 1 understand that in order for the City of Dania Beach to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act 1986,any joboffered to me is conditional upon my ability to establish identity and employment eligibility under such Act. Subsequent to an offer of employment,I give my voluntary consent to a background/cruninal record investigation and to be medically examined and tested for the use of drugs and/or controlled substances Mysignature affirms that all information is true to the best of my knowledge and that 1 understand that any misstatement of fact may result in disqualification or dismissal. Signature of Applicant Date: Electronically Submitted 12/17/2007 11148 . The City of Dania Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer 3 AGENDA COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2008 — 6:00 P.M. ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE 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 THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE, 100 W. DANIA BEACH BOULEVARD, DANIA BEACH,FL 33004,(954)924-6900 EXT.3624,AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING. IN CONSIDERATION OF OTHERS,WE ASK THAT YOU: A. PLEASE TURN CELL PHONES OFF,OR PLACE ON VIBRATE. IF YOU MUST MAKE A CALL,PLEASE STEP OUT INTO THE ATRIUM,IN ORDER NOT TO INTERRUPT THE MEETING. B. IF YOU MUST SPEAK TO SOMEONE IN THE AUDIENCE,PLEASE SPEAK SOFTLY OR GO OUT INTO THE ATRIUM, IN ORDER NOT TO INTERRUPT THE MEETING. 1. Call to Order/Roll Call 2. Approval of Minutes of December 13, 2007 3. Canterbury Square Update— Steve Casper 4. Charter School Property Solutions Update—Cyndi Dotson 5. Adiourament MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING CITY OF DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2007 — 6:00 P.M. I. Call to Order Chairman Anton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Present: Chairman: Bob Anton Vice-Chairman: Albert Jones Commissioners: John Bertino Anne Castro Patricia Flury City Manager: Ivan Pato City Attorney: Thomas Ansbro City Clerk: Louise Stilson 2. Approval of Minutes of November 7, 2007 Commissioner Castro motioned to approve the Minutes of November 7, 2007; seconded by Vice-Chairman Jones. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Chairman Jones Yes Commissioner Castro Yes Chairman Anton Yes Commissioner Flury Yes Item #6 was heard after Approval of Minutes Item #3 was heard after Item #6 3. Canterbury Square— Steve Casper Steve Casper noted he is looking to make Dania Beach a destination. His presentation is attached to and incorporated into these minutes. He noted that Architect Bernard Zyscovich is not interested in coming into Dania Beach. Mr. Casper would like Dania Beach to develop as Helen, Georgia did, and said he found a person who designs buildings in a Sleepy Hollow fashion and it is his intention to convert the current Canterbury Square building into one of these designs. Mr. Casper indicated he is financing this small project without any government assistance, hoping the Dania Beach business community will embrace it. He asked the Board to review the information he provided. Mr. Casper believes with a little imagination anything is possible. The Board was in agreement with the concept of the building. Laurence Leeds, AICP, Community Development Director, noted there were certain guidelines adopted by the City Commission in 1998 that limits the downtown district to three colors. He asked the CRA Board to waive the guidelines because this building is quite colorful. City Attorney Ansbro noted the City Commission needs to waive the guidelines, not the CRA Board. Mr. Casper indicated he is interviewing four architects this week for the design of the building. He will also be working with a colorist so the building fits in, as opposed to standing out. It was the consensus of the Board to move forward with the project presented by Mr. Casper. 4. Proposal to convert the former Graves Museum to a Charter School Cynthia Dotson, National Project Director, Charter School Property Solutions, advised the school is an intercultural school that has been in existence in Dania Beach for three years. They are currently located at a church facility in Hollywood with an enrollment of approximately 150 students. Their ultimate goal is to move into the new building and have 500 students which would meet their educational mission. Bill Wallach, project manager, advised that they were looking for a building that would give them the flexibility to start small and eventually grow to their full capacity. They are willing to convert the former Graves Museum to a charter school. Laurence Leeds, AICP, Community Development Director, explained that parent drop-off/pick- up will be located to the rear of the school with primary access from SE 5`h Street. This is directly adjacent to a single story residence. He noted the applicant is aware that they need to meet the parking requirements. Ms. Dotson indicated they would consider the City's desire to keep the property on the tax roll. Mr. Wallach pointed out that the biggest cost would be installing 100 square feet of windows. He noted that although the building was constructed in 1948, it is solid and in very good condition. Commissioner Castro noted she liked the concept. However, she was concerned with traffic, parking, keeping the school on the tax roll, and protecting the community. Chairman Anton indicated they may want to consider traffic on Federal Highway. He did not want additional traffic going through the neighborhood. Minutes of Regular Meeting 2 City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Wednesday,December 13,2007—6:00 p.m. Commissioner Bertino thought there would be too many schools in a small area and another School Zone would need to be created. He noted the neighborhood is already impacted by the existing schools. Vice-Chairman Jones suggested they contact the School Board of Broward County to see if they could change the operating hours of the charter school, which could help with the traffic issue. 5. Consideration of the Site Plan, Variance, and Special Exception Approval Extensions for Hollywood Investments Group, LLC Laurence Leeds, AICP, Community Development Director, noted the report provided in the backup identifies the conditions that still need to be met. He noted that in January 2008, the applicant will come before the City Commission to request a 9-month extension on the project. David Mancuto, Attorney representing Hollywood Investments Group, LLC, noted they have been working on addressing the Commission's concerns during the past 90 days. He reported the unit sizes have increased and they have a mixed variety. Attorney Mancuto stated they do not have a contract with a builder because they do not have a design that the Commission is comfortable with. He pointed out their intent is not to sell the building. Attorney Mancuto further noted that they cannot line up a contractor for this project if he does not have an approved design. He confirmed they are prepared to move forward with this project, which they think is marketable. They need the ability to move forward because the 90-day window is confining. Attorney Mancuto indicated he is not yet ready to tell the Commission the price of these units; however, he indicated it would be affordable housing or workforce housing. Director Leeds responded for Commissioner Castro that in the past 90 days the applicant has addressed the two biggest concerns the Commission had, the parking and the size of the units. He indicated it should take the applicant another nine months to address the remaining conditions requested by the Commission. Commissioner Castro motioned to grant a 9-month extension; seconded by Commissioner Flury. She stated for the record that this would be the last extension she would support for this project. City Attorney Ansbro noted that the Commission will have to make this decision, not the CRA Board. He indicated this item will be included on the January 8, 2008 Commission Agenda. Commissioner Castro revised her motion to recommend to the City Commission that this request for another 9 months. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Bertino Yes Vice-Chairman Jones Yes Commissioner Castro Yes Chairman Anton Yes Commissioner Flury Yes Minutes of Regular Meeting 3 City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Wednesday,December 13,2007—6:00 p.m. Item #6 was heard after Approval of Minutes 6. Interviews for CRA Director Commissioner Flury noted that after a thorough review of the applications received for the CRA- Redevelopment Director position, she selected two candidates who are present tonight to be interviewed by the CRA Board. Jeremy Earle,ASLA,AICP Jeremy Earle gave an overview of his education and professional work experience. His resume is attached to and incorporated into these minutes. Vice-Chairman Jones asked Mr. Earle to talk about his empowerment zone experience. Mr. Earle noted he worked as Project Manager, Landscape Architect and Urban Planner for the Miami-Dade Empowerment Zone/City of Homestead SW Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan, in a large scale (357 acre) project. He conducted data collection, analysis and inclusive planning relating to environmental and brownfield issues, green development, land use, zoning, housing, transportation/transit/infrastructure and utilities/water lines/sewer lines to create a thorough redevelopment plan currently being implemented. Mr. Earle confirmed for Vice-Chairman Jones that he will obtain his MBA in June, 2008. Mr. Earle responded for Vice-Chairman Jones that if he were to use the Urban Infill Development Plan adopted by the Commission in 2003, he would target specific areas needing improvement. Commissioner Castro advised that she is particularly looking for someone who would focus in the commercial redevelopment of the downtown area. She asked him for ideas to attract developers to Dania Beach. Mr. Earle noted he would: 1) make sure that Codes are in place to give the developer the incentive to come to this community; and 2)put together a few parcels that the City would like to develop, preferably in the downtown area and offer them to a developer. Mr. Earle responded for Commissioner Castro that his experience working with Kimley-Horn would allow him to understand what a developer is looking for in a project. He is not only a planner, but a landscape architect and a designer as well, so he would be able to bring ideas that would attract developers to the City. In response to Commissioner Castro's question, Mr. Earle noted that his weakness in this type of position is taking work home. Minutes of Regular Meeting Q City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Wednesday,December 13,2007—6:00 p.m. Commissioner Castro asked how he would deal with different personalities whom he would report to, as well as balancing all the pressures from the CRA Board and staff. Mr. Earle indicated he knows he would be pulled in different directions, but the main thing is to maintain your focus. Commissioner Bertino remarked the City wants commercial development in the downtown area. He noted we already have a Code and a plan in place. He asked Mr. Earle what strategies he would use to attract developers to the City. Mr. Earle indicated that he would reach out to his network of developers to market the City of Dania Beach, and leverage their contacts. He would begin to educate developers about the City and show them what Dania Beach has to offer. He indicated this involves constant communication and is a long term project. Chairman Anton reaffirmed that our main objective is to develop the downtown area but unfortunately, it has not been developed the way we would like to see it. Chairman Anton asked Mr. Earle if he had experience in creating a theme-type project which would revitalize our downtown. Mr. Earle advised that he worked on a theme-type project in the City of Homestead and he personally designed the requested style to give the city the identity they wanted. He stated the City of Dania Beach downtown area would be the perfect place for a new fagade improvement. Mr. Earle confirmed for Vice-Chairman Jones that he would try to create and design a pedestrian-friendly mixed-use downtown. Michael A. Caputo Michael Caputo gave an overview of his education and work history. His resume is attached to and incorporated into these minutes. His primary experience is residential development. Commissioner Castro pointed out that we have a CRA Board with no funding or financial mechanism. She asked Mr. Caputo what incentives he would use to attract developers to Dania Beach. Mr. Caputo noted that the Comprehensive Plan is the basis for redevelopment in the CRA district. Incentives of what Dania Beach has to offer could be used to entice developers in the Enterprise Zone. He would meet with developers to market Dania Beach. Mr. Caputo confirmed for Commissioner Castro that he has planned for commercial development, but not built it. Mr. Caputo responded for Commissioner Bertino that we are prepared to show developers what Dania Beach has to offer. He would bring people to the table and weed them out on a day to day level with the guidance from the CRA Board. He indicated the process works better if Minutes of Regular Meeting $ City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Wednesday,December 13, 2007—6:00 p.m. developers work through a director as opposed to the CRA Board. Mr. Caputo reaffirmed to the Commission that he is well connected in real estate, and has experience with two large construction firms. He advised he will obtain his MBA in Real Estate Development in about a year. In order to build consensus from the developers, Mr. Caputo would propose workshops to familiarize himself with what existing property owners would be interested in. Chairman Anton commented we have different size parcels in Dania Beach. He asked Mr. Caputo how he would put all these parcels together in order to offer something attractive to developers. Chairman Anton also asked if he had experience in putting together a theme-type project. Mr. Caputo noted he has experience in assembling and taking multiple parcels for development. The Antique District and the 'Marine Industry are both part of the history of Dania Beach. Anything is possible, but the main ingredient is finding out what the people want in Dania Beach. Mr. Caputo asked the CRA Board where they see this position going. Chairman Anton responded the position would work for the CRA Board, and as it starts to grow, any number of things could happen. He noted we have not been successful with the CRA or development. This position would also work directly with other staff members. Commissioner Castro indicated that if the redevelopment of Dania Beach was successful, the person occupying this position would have countless opportunities. Item #3 was heard after the interviews Chairman Anton thanked Commissioner Flury for screening the candidates for this position. Commissioner Castro would like to wait until the New Year to make a decision and to have the opportunity to interview more candidates. The consensus was that Mr. Earle would be the top candidate so far. However, they would like to interview a couple more candidates at the next CRA Board meeting. City Attorney Ansbro spoke about the 109 Park property. He noted that that he and Mayor Anton met with Mr. Kushnir about a month ago to try to narrow the gap on the price. Chairman Anton indicated Mr. Kushnir would be providing further information. He suggested only one Commissioner meet for the negotiation. Once a final figure has been decided, it will be brought back to the Commission for final consideration. Commissioner Castro suggested the Mayor and City Attorney continue the negotiations. Minutes of Regular Meeting 6 City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Wednesday, December 13,2007—6:00 p.m. It was the consensus of the CRA Board that the Mayor continue negotiations with the City Attorney and Mr. Kushnir. City Attorney Ansbro clarified for the Board that there would be no conflicts if he meets with each Commissioner to hear their comments regarding this issue. Commissioner Castro hoped the City Manager would soon provide an update on the Library and the possibility of going out for an RFP with a view to obtaining some money back into the process. Vice-Chairman Jones asked if the CRA Director position would receive benefits. Chairman Anton indicated that would be a decision the CRA Board would make, not the City Commission. City Attorney Ansbro proposed the CRA Board contract with the person giving him the same benefits afforded department heads, minus retirement benefits. It was the consensus of the CRA Board to re-schedule the January 2, 2008 CRA Meeting for Wednesday, January 9, 2008. 7. Adjournment Chairman Anton adjourned the meeting at 8:12 p.m. ATTEST: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOUISE STILSON, CMC BOB ANTON CITY CLERK CHAIRMAN—CRA Minutes of Regular Meeting 7 City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Wednesday,December 13,2007—6:00 p.m.