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Home My WebLink AboutR-2008-108 Broward Water Resources Task Force RESOLUTION NO. 2008-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA; RECOGNIZING THE NEED FOR A COLLABORATIVE, MULTI- JURISDICTIONAL APPROACH TO ADDRESS COUNTY-WIDE WATER RESOURCE NEEDS; SUPPORTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE BROWARD WATER RESOURCES TASK FORCE COMPOSED OF ELECTED COUNTY AND CITY COMMISSIONERS, AND OFFICIALS REPRESENTING THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT GOVERNING BOARD, SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND WATER CONTROL DISTRICTS; AND SUPPORTING THE DESIGNATION OF A TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL STAFF WORKGROUP TO ADVISE THE TASK FORCE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, Broward County has long depended upon the Biscayne Aquifer for the County's primary source of water; and WHEREAS, it has been determined that further withdrawals and continued dependence upon the Biscayne Aquifer impact the ecological health of the Everglades; and WHEREAS, in response to efforts to restore the Everglades, in 2007 the South Florida Water Management District adopted the Regional Water Availability Rule which restricts future withdrawals from the Biscayne Aquifer; and WHEREAS, Broward County's local government leaders recognize it is critical to address the availability of water resources within the County to protect the public health, ensure the sustainability of sensitive environmental resources and natural systems, and provide viable economic opportunities for our communities and residents; and WHEREAS, pursuant to CS/CS/SB 1302 (Wastewater Discharge/Ocean Outfalls legislation passed by the 2008 Legislature), two regional wastewater treatment providers in Broward County will be required to reuse significant amounts of treated domestic wastewater currently being disposed of via ocean outfalls; and WHEREAS, the County is facing significant and costly projected water supply needs, which cannot be met with increased demands on the Biscayne Aquifer unless appropriate measures are taken in accordance with the Regional Water Availability Rule, wastewater disposal needs that cannot be addressed through traditional discharge methods, and pressing decisions related to the development of alternative water supply projects such as the use of reclaimed water; and WHEREAS, local leaders are committed to ensuring that the long-term water resource needs of all Broward's water users are effectively planned for and met, including those of water providers, wholesale and retail purchasers, and their customers; and WHEREAS, these needs may be met more efficiently and cost effectively through partnerships, evaluation of existing and planned infrastructure and b considering collaborative g p y g regional or sub-regional approaches; and WHEREAS,there is no effective forum to consider these opportunities; and WHEREAS,in 2005 the Florida Legislature enacted Chapter 2005-291, Laws of Florida, SB 444, legislation that encourages cooperation with local entities to plan for multi jurisdictional water supply entities to maximize state funding for alternative water supply projects; and WHEREAS, at a Joint Workshop Meeting on May 12, 2008, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners, the South Florida Water Management District Governing Board and Mayors representing the County's various municipalities, inclusive of water providers and users, agreed to work collaboratively to find potential environmentally, economically, and technically feasible strategies and solutions to the County's future water resources needs and provide recommendations; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA: 2 RESOLUTION#2008-108 Section 1. That the adoption of this and companion resolutions by the Broward League of Cities and the South Florida Water Management District Governing Board shall have the effect of creating the Broward Water Resources Task Force ("Task Force"). Section 2. That the Task Force shall be composed of elected and appointed officials designated by the government entities identified in Section 3 of this Resolution. A Technical/Professional staff workgroup may be designated by the entities in Section 4 to advise the Task Force on matters such as, but not limited to, water resource availability, management, facilities and infrastructure, supply and constraints, and other technical, environmental and professional subject matters as requested by the Task Force. Section 3. That the Task Force shall be composed of representatives of the following entities: (a) Six (6) City elected officials appointed by the Broward League of Cities, which represent a cross section of small, medium and large cities one of which shall be a city that purchases water from another municipality or water utility. For each of the six members appointed, the Broward League of Cities shall also appoint an alternate member to serve in the appointed member's absence. Alternate members must be municipal elected officials and must be from a different similarly-sized municipality. (b) Five (5) City elected officials appointed by the Broward League of Mayors which represent a cross section of small, medium and large cities, one of whom shall be from a city that purchases water from another municipality or water utility. For each of the five members appointed, the Broward League of Mayors shall also appoint an alternate member to serve in the appointed member's absence. Alternate members must be municipal elected officials and must be from a different similarly-sized municipality. (c) One (1) County Commissioner and an alternate appointed by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners. (d) One (1) Special Independent District Water Provider official and an alternate appointed by a Surface Water Coordinating Committee. (e) One (1) Drainage/Water Control District elected official and an 3 RESOLUTION#2008-108 alternate appointed by Surface Water Coordinating Committee. (f) One (1) South Florida Water Management District Governing Board Member and an alternate appointed by the Governing Board. When making appointments, each entity shall consider and balance its appointments to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, religious, economic and geographic representation within the County. Section 4. That the following entities may designate appropriate Technical/Professional staff, as provided in Section 2, to assist the Task Force: (a) Eleven(11) Municipal staff persons appointed by Task Force members represented in the categories of Section 3(a) and (b). (b) Two (2) County staff persons appointed by the Broward County Administrator. (c) One (1) staff person appointed from the Drainage District/Water Control member participating on the Task Force. (d) One (1) staff person appointed from the Special Independent District Water Provider member participating on the Task Force. (e) One (1) water management staff person appointed by the South Florida Water Management District Governing Board. (f) One (1) representative of the Water Advisory Board's Technical Advisory Committee appointed by the Water Advisory Board to the Broward County Board of County Commissioners. (g) One (1) builder representative appointed by the Builders Association of South Florida. (h) One (1) builder representative appointed by the South Florida Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council. Section 5. That the Task Force will identify and evaluate opportunities and impediments to provide future water supply, conservation, wastewater treatment and reuse or reclaimed water opportunities that are most efficient and cost effective. Section 6. That the Task Force shall meet monthly for a one-year period following its 4 RESOLUTION#2008-108 initial organizational meeting. The Task Force shall, at its organizational meeting, elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, adopt rules of procedure including provisions for quorum, voting, and consideration of motions and other items, and establish such standing committees as necessary to conduct the work of the Task Force. Section 7. That the Technical/Professional staff workgroup may meet as necessary to address any issues assigned by the Task Force. The staff workgroup shall meet following the appointments made pursuant to Section 4 for the purpose of selecting a Chair and Vice-Chair, adopting any necessary rules of procedure and appointing any standing workgroup subcommittees. Section 8. That the Broward League of Cities,Broward County and the South Florida Water Management District shall provide staff support to the Task Force. Section 9. That support staff will prepare meeting notices and minutes, maintain records, coordinate or prepare draft reports, and prepare the final report containing the findings and recommendations of the Task Force. Section 10. That the governmental entities adopting this Resolution recognize and agree that their participation as members of the Task Force is a voluntary effort. The participating governments further recognize that any final report issued by the Task Force shall not be construed as imposing any mandates upon the participants or other government entities within Broward County. It is understood and desired, rather, that the collaborative work of the Task Force serve as recommendations for Broward's local governments, businesses, and residents as each community moves forward with consideration and decision-making regarding future water resources planning, development and management. Section 11. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution 5 RESOLUTION#2008-108 are repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 12. That this resolution shall be in force and take effect immediately upon its passage and adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED on June 24, 2008. xpc- ALBERT C. JON MAYOR—COMMISSIONER D�ppD'S rift r ATT ST: oP — oarA LOUISE STILSON, CMC CITY CLERK ��'DRATED 1� APPROVED AS TO FORM A14D CORRECTNESS: BY: THQjMA9 J. WBRO CITY ATTORNEY 6 RESOLUTION#2008-108