HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes of Meeting - March 24, 2015 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2015 — 7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
Mayor Salvino called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present:
Mayor: Marco A. Salvino, Sr.
Vice-Mayor: Bobbie H. Grace
Commissioners: Chickie Brandimarte
Walter B. Duke, III
Albert C. Jones
City Manager: Robert Baldwin
City Attorney: Thomas Ansbro
City Clerk: Louise Stilson
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Commissioner Jones gave the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the United
States Flag.
3. Presentations and Special Event Approvals
3.1 Special Event request from the Marine Industries Association of South Florida for the
"19th Annual Plywood Regatta", to be held on April 11-12, 2015, at the North end of
the Marina parking lot. The applicant is also requesting a special event fee waiver of
$150.00, as well as waiver of parking fees for volunteers.
Commissioner Duke motioned to approve the Special Event request for the 19th Annual
Plywood Regatta, including waiver of special event fee and parking fees; seconded by
Commissioner Jones. The motion carried unanimously.
3.2 Mayor's State of the City Video
The 2015 State of the City video was presented at this time.
4. Proclamations
There were no proclamations at this meeting.
5. Citizen Comments
Jeremy Earle, CRA Executive Director, thanked the Commission, City staff, BSO, and the
residents for their support and participation in the Arts & Seafood Celebration that was held over
the weekend.
Andrew Beninati, 4461 SW 24d` Avenue, spoke of the Dania Cove Park, and questioned if
something could be done along the hedge line on the east side.
Jeff Guzowski, 238 SE 2►,d Street, commented that he received a courtesy code violation, along
with six of his neighbors, for a dirty roof. He noted his roof is five years old and it is not dirty.
He said the City needs to enforce codes city-wide, not just in one neighborhood. He also noted
that three of the new drains on SE 2"d Street do not work.
6. Public Safety Reports
Captain Kevin Granville, BSO Chief of Police, reported on recent criminal activity in the City.
Sean Brown, Battalion Chief, BSO Fire Rescue, reported that their employees who were
involved in the recent accident are out of the hospital, and some are back to work.
7. Consent A eg nda
Items removed from Consent Agenda: #7.3
7.1 Minutes:
Approve Minutes of March 4, 2015 Abatement Hearing
Approve Minutes of March 10, 2015 City Commission Meeting
Approve Minutes of March 12, 2015 City Commission Workshop—Priorities
7.2 Travel Requests: None
Resolutions
7.4 RESOLUTION#2015-025
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,FLORIDA,APPOINTING
BRUCE JOLLY TO ACT AS A CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL MAGISTRATE FOR MUNICIPAL CODE
ENFORCEMENT PROCEEDINGS AND SETTING THE COMPENSATION FOR HIS SERVICES;PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
7.5 RESOLUTION#2015-026
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE 40TH YEAR COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH AND
BROWARD COUNTY IN THE AMOUNT OF $153,487.00 TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR A
NEIGHBORHOOD INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT KNOWN AS OASIS X; PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Vice-Mayor Grace motioned to adopt the Consent Agenda,with the exception of Item #7.3;
seconded by Commissioner Duke. The motion carried unanimously.
7.3 RESOLUTION#2015-024
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,FLORIDA,REQUESTING
ADVANCE APPROVAL FROM THE CITY COMMISSION FOR ADVERTISEMENT OF THE CAPITAL
PROJECT KNOWN AS THE LIME SOFTENING PLANT REHABILITATION FILTER UPGRADE PROJECT
IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED SEVEN HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS($700,000.00);PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution#2015-024.
Commissioner Jones said he pulled this item for additional information.
Dominic Orlando, Director of Public Services, noted this is the last component of the upgrade,
and provided the entire history of the bidding process and upgrades that began several years ago.
Commissioner Jones motioned to adopt Resolution #2015-024; seconded by Commissioner
Duke. The motion carried unanimously.
8. Bids and Requests for Proposals
There were no proposals on this agenda.
9. Public Hearings and Site Plans
9.1 ORDINANCE#2015-007
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 18, ENTITLED "PENSIONS AND RETIREMENT" OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES
RELATING TO THE POLICE AND FIREFIGHTERS'RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO PROVIDE FOR INTERNAL
REVENUE CODE COMPLIANCE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2015-007, and noted this is required to
conform to IRS Regulations.
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Mayor Salvino opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition,he closed the Public Hearing.
Vice-Mayor Grace motioned to adopt Ordinance #2015-007, on second reading; seconded
by Commissioner Jones. The motion carried unanimously.
9.2 ORDINANCE#2015-008
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 12, ENTITLED, "FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION' OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO
PROVIDE FOR REVISIONS PERTAINING TO THE ACCUMULATION OF COSTS OF IMPROVEMENTS
AND REPAIRS OF BUILDINGS BASED UPON ISSUED BUILDING PERMITS OVER A ONE (1) YEAR
PERIOD INSTEAD OF A FIVE (5) YEAR PERIOD, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(FIRST READING)
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance#2015-008.
Mayor Salvino opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition, he closed the Public Hearing.
Vice-Mayor Grace motioned to adopt Ordinance #2015-008, on first reading; seconded by
Commissioner Jones. The motion carried unanimously.
9.3 RESOLUTION#2015-022
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING
VARIANCE REQUESTS (VA-58-14 and VA-33-15) SUBMITTED BY CLMIA, LLC, FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 4470 RAVENSWOOD ROAD IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
9.4 RESOLUTION#2015-023
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING
THE SITE PLAN REQUEST (SP-09-12 MOD) SUBMITTED BY CLMIA, LLC, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 4470 RAVENSWOOD ROAD IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS;FURTHER,PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2015-022 and Resolution #2015-023 because
they related to the same property, and noted the applicant has requested a two-week continuance.
Mayor Salvino opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as there was no one to speak in favor or
opposition,he closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Jones motioned to continue Resolution #2015-022 and Resolution #2015-023
until the April 10 City Commission meeting at 7:00 p.m.; seconded by Vice-Mayor'Grace.
The motion carried unanimously.
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10. Discussion and Possible Action
10.1 Dania Beach Leadership & Career Skills University—Commissioner Jones
Commissioner Jones reviewed the presentation that was included in the agenda packet.
Commissioner Jones requested approval to apply for a grant from the Department of Juvenile
Justice in order to fund the university, and noted the City would not be required to use any of its
funds. He also requested that the Commission allow him to go back to Washington, D.C. and
look for other grants.
Commissioner Brandimarte questioned if we were limited to 20 students.
Commissioner Jones stated the intention is to start small, become good at what we are doing, and
then perhaps expand the program. Additionally, parents' involvement and buy-in is needed.
Vice-Mayor Grace commented she is concerned with limiting the program to ages 16-18, and not
including younger students.
Commissioner Jones explained that there is liability because of employment regulations
concerning 14 and 15 year olds.
Commissioner Duke motioned to approve the application for grant funding for the Dania
Beach Leadership & Career Skills University, and to include travel to Washington, D.C.;
seconded by Vice-Mayor Grace. The motion carried unanimously.
11. Commission Comments
11.1 Commissioner Brandimarte
Commissioner Brandimarte provided positive comments on the Arts and Seafood Celebration.
11.2 Commissioner Duke
Commissioner Duke complimented Mayor Salvino on the State of the City video.
11.3 Commissioner Jones
Commissioner Jones provided an update on meetings he attended during the past few weeks.
Commissioner Jones also provided positive comments on the Arts and Seafood Celebration.
Commissioner Jones suggested limiting budget workshop agendas to 15 items, which would be
more productive, and having workshops more than once or twice per year.
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11.4 Vice-Mayor Grace
Vice-Mayor Grace also complimented Mayor Salvino on the State of the City video.
Vice-Mayor Grace spoke of civic and community events she attended.
Vice-Mayor Grace provided positive comments on the Arts and Seafood Celebration.
11.5 Mayor Salvino
Mayor Salvino provided positive comments on the Arts and Seafood Celebration.
12. Appointments
Charter Review Board
Commissioner Jones asked if the board could move forward without the alternates; the
Commission consensus was that it should proceed.
Mayor Salvino appointed Bruce Hannover as an alternate member.
Vice-Mayor Grace motioned to approve the Charter Review Board appointment; seconded
by Commissioner Brandimarte. The motion carried unanimously.
Police and Fire Pension Board
Confirm appointment of Carolyn Jones as the 9th member of the board, as chosen by a majority
of the members
Commissioner Brandimarte motioned to confirm the appointment of Carolyn Jones as the
9th member of the Police and Fire Pension Board; seconded by Commissioner Jones. The
motion carried on the following 3-2 Roll Call vote:
Commissioner Brandimarte Yes Vice-Mayor Grace No
Commissioner Duke No Mayor Salvino Yes
Commissioner Jones Yes
13. Administrative Reports
13.1 City Manager
City Manager Baldwin thanked the Commission,for the productive workshop on March 12th.
City Manager Baldwin invited everyone to the Easter egg celebration at Frost Park on April 4th.
13.2 City Attorney
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City Attorney Ansbro reported City staff has been working with an environmental engineer to
begin testing in the Melaleuca neighborhood for asbestos contained materials. The more
extensive review will require more money and time, and staff will come back to the Commission
for approval.
City Attorney Ansbro advised legislation to regulate Sober Homes is making its way through the
legislature.
City Attorney Ansbro noted he will be conducting training for City employees on public records
law.
13.3 City Clerk- Reminders
Wednesday, April 1, 2015 - 6:00 p.m. CRA Board Meeting - CANCELLED
Tuesday, April 14, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. City Commission Meeting
Tuesday, April 28, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. City Commission Meeting
14. Adjournment
Mayor Salvino adjourned the meeting at 8:11 p.m.
ATTEST: CITY OF 71A BEACH
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inform the City Clerk immediately prior to the beginning of the meeting of their intention to speak. If more than 10 speakers
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