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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-03-18 Marine Advisory Board Minutes MINUTES OF MEETING DANIA BEACH MARINE ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2009 — 6:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order Chairman Clive Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. 2. Roll Call Members Present Clive Taylor, Chairman Captain Jay Jackson, Dockmaster Deputy Jason Riddle Debby Bradford Mike Grady Albert Owler Bernard Swindell Rhonda Buckner Carol Stokrocki Members Absent Captain John Z. Kafouros (unexcused) Chris Arutt (unexcused) Craig McAdams (unexcused) Gary Rowe (excused) Louis (Jeep) Webb (unexcused) William Wosenitz (unexcused) Patricia Chukerman (unexcused) Guest Speakers Colin Donnelly, Assistant City Manager Kristen Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation 3. Approval of Minutes of February 18, 2009 Minutes Mike Grady motioned to approve the minutes, seconded by Albert Owler. The motion carried unanimously. 4. Reports and Discussion 4.1 Turn Your Boat into a Float Parade-Kristen Jones, Parks & Recreational Director and Colin Donnelly Assistant City Manager Kristen Jones along with Colin Donnelly stated that the Turn Your Boat into a Float Parade an idea in the beginning stages. It is being brought to the attention of the Marine Advisory Board for assistance with the Dania Beach marine community to help promote homegrown boater pride. This will be a land parade for trail-able boats through the city of Dania Beach, and will involve community members that have decorated their boats. The parade will possibly take place during the week prior to the Winter Fest Parade in Ft. Lauderdale. Assist City Manager Colin Donnelly indicated we could possibly involve corporate sponsorship, and invited ideas from the Marine Advisory Board. Mike Grady stated that the D.Q T. does not permit people to travel on roads while in boats on trailers. Assistant City Manager Colin Donnelly stated that he would look into getting a waiver for the parade. Vicky Payne of the Dania Beach Chamber of Commerce stated that she is in full support of the idea. Chairman Taylor stated it is a first for the City of Dania Beach, and thought that would be a great idea. The Marine Advisory Board voted unanimously to endorse Turn your Boat into a Float Parade Committee. 4.2 Review of South Fork New River Navigational Hazards Assistant City Manager Colin Donnelly stated to the board that he and Mike Grady went out about three weeks ago during low tide to South Fork New River to see the navigational hazards. Assistant City Manager Colin Donnelly said he spoke with John Fury of Broward County to advise him that the Marine Advisory Board was applying for the BBIP Fund. He stated that John Fury advised not to apply for the BBIP Fund. He said stated that Mr Fury would bring the idea to the attention of Broward County to address the navigational hazard issues. Assistant City Manager Colin Donnelly also stated that the City Commission is aware of the navigational hazard issues and they are very supportive to having it repaired. Assistant City Manager Colin Donnelly noted that he is also writing a letter of support to John Fury stating that the Marine Board and the City Commission want the issue addressed, either through navigational channel markers or getting rid of the rocks. Assistant City Manager Colin Donnelly indicated that John Fury stated that if Broward County refuses to address the issue, he would support a grant application funded for the City of Dania Beach to have contractors fix the permanent markers. 4.3 Sail boat storage north pier Chairman Taylor stated that the City of Ft. Lauderdale and the City of Hollywood started a non- motorized storage on the beach. He thought it would be a good idea for the City of Dania Beach to incorporate this idea north of the pier. Assistant City Manager Colin Donnelly stated that the City of Dania Beach only guards south of the pier and he believes that north of the pier is owned by The City of Hollywood. He suggested that Dean Moss could provide the Marine Advisory Board with more information regarding incorporating storage rental at the pier. Chairman Taylor stated that he will check into who guards that part of the pier. Mike Grady stated that this may be an issue as far as boaters and swimmers, in the same vicinity, due to liability reasons. 4.4 Marine Law Enforcement Report Deputy Jason Riddle stated there is not much happening around the canals. He stated the derelict vessels have been cleaned up, and the only incidents are cars in the canals which were all recovered. 4.5 Marina Update Captain Jay Jackson advised that The Public Works Department laid the temporary plywood on the boardwalks and that the floating docks are next to have the temporary plywood applied. He also stated that "Just Plants" donated flowers and plants to landscape around the marina. Captain Jackson also stated that the City delivered mulch, but they are waiting until the irrigation system Minutes of Meeting 2 Dania Beach Marine Advisory Board Wednesday,March 18,2009 is repaired to complete the landscaping. Captain Jackson also noted they plan to have barbeque grills, herb gardens, stepping stones, and benches at the marina area for the marine attendants. 5. Old Business No old business discussed. 6. New Business No new business discussed. 7. Board Member Comments 8. Adjournment Chairman Clive Taylor adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m. MARINE ADVISORYeQAA Clive Taylor, Chas an jJ Respectfully submitted: Antoine Pollard, Records Technician City Clerk's Office City of Dania Beach Approved: Minutes of Meeting 3 Dania Beach Marine Advisory Board Wednesday, March 18,2009