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Home My WebLink About1596048 - MINUTES - CRA MINUTES OF MEETING DANIA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2020 - 5:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order/Roll Call Chair Lewellen called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Present: Chair: Lori Lewellen Vice-Chair: Lauren Odman Board Members: Chickie Brandimarte Bill Harris Tamara James Executive Director: Rickelle Williams City Attorney: Thomas Ansbro CRA Secretary: Thomas Schneider 2. Citizen Comments Emmanuel George, 17 NE 2nd Avenue, spoke about the JA Ely Boulevard housing; he thought it was supposed to be affordable housing. He felt we need to focus on inclusiveness and more community development to better the people; we need to have more balance and representation of the community. Colynn Mae Jones, 22 NW 141h Avenue, congratulated the Board for employing Director Williams as the CRA Director. Bobbie H. Grace, 110 NW 8th Avenue, commented on the 141h Avenue Oasis project and noted nothing has been done with this project. She also commented on the three parcels on JA Ely Boulevard and noted she has not seen any progress on developing these properties. Paul R. Wiggins, Greater Mt. Zion Church, spoke of the affordable housing item on the agenda and noted he looks forward to working with the CRA. 3. Administrative Reports 3.1 Administrative Report Director Williams reviewed the information included in the agenda packet. She noted the County found that the Wayfinding Signage Project did not qualify for CDBG funding and she recommended funding it from another source. There was a brief discussion on the OIC job training opportunities. 3.2 Arts and Seafood Celebration Report Director Williams reviewed the information included in the agenda packet and the memo distributed to the Board regarding the Arts and Seafood Celebration/Dania After Dark and the Coronavirus. She recommended the CRA not hold the Arts and Seafood Celebration event. Vice-Chair Odman questioned postponing the event rather than cancelling it. Director Williams responded she would want a workshop to discuss the event if it were to be postponed. If the Board recommends postponing it, staff would look at tentative dates so as to not conflict with other events. Some vendors would stay with us, others would not. She recommended to not hold the event on March 28t' and 29t'. Board Member Brandimarte noted she would rather postpone the event and not cancel it. People come here and enjoy the event. Board Member Harris agreed; if we can, we should postpone it. It is our signature event and if we have it, we will be the heroes. A lot of events are being cancelled; if we have it, our attendance may be up. Commissioner James noted she would want to hear what the Fire Chief has to say. While only four people have the virus, there could be thousands exposed. Fire Chief Sergio Pellecer said he could only go by what the Department of Health is recommending. Commissioner James also noted there are vendors thinking about dropping out of the event. Chair Lewellen noted her concern is that the confirmed cases are from the Port and we are very close to it. She asked about DAD for this month. Director Williams said she is recommending cancelling the DAD and Art in the Hall events. Commissioner Brandimarte noted by cancelling the events, we are showing we care for the residents. She commented on her upcoming Seniors St. Patrick's event lunch, where she will provide sandwiches outside. She agreed the Arts and Seafood Celebration and the DAD events should be cancelled. Director Williams said she needs to take action immediately, and then she would schedule a workshop if necessary. The Board consensus was to postpone the events and to direct Director Williams to provide dates for a workshop. Minutes of Regular Meeting 2 Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Tuesday,March 10,2020—5:30 p.m. 4. Presentations 4.1 Kathleen Weekes, CRA Manager Director Williams acknowledged CRA Manager Weekes for her leadership, commitment and compassion in directing the CRA during her leave of absence. Chair Lewellen and the Board presented a plaque to CRA Manager Weekes. 4.2 Larry Baum, Stellar Communities This item was taken up after item#7.1. Director Williams acknowledged and thanked Mr. Baum for the funding provided for affordable housing in the CRA. Mr. Baum commented on his opportunity to work with the CRA. Chair Lewellen and the Board presented a plaque to Mr. Baum. 4.3 Joseph Milton, The Jose Milton Family/United Property Management This presentation was postponed. 5. Consent Agenda 5.1 Minutes: Approve Minutes of February 11, 2020 CRA Board Meeting 5.2 Travel Requests: None 5.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2020-CRA-001 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA") OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A LOTTERY SYSTEM AND AWARDING FOUR (4) PARTICIPANT-COMMITMENTS FOR BENEFITS OF TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($20,000.00)PER HOUSEHOLD UNDER THE FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS PROGRAM OF THE AT HOME DANIA BEACH PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Board Member James motioned to approve the Consent Agenda; seconded by Board Member Harris. The motion carried unanimously. Chair Lewellen administered the lottery drawing and the Board Members drew the names of the four awardees. Director Williams noted the four awardees would be contacted in the order in which they were picked by the Board for their choice of the four homes. Minutes of Regular Meeting 3 Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Tuesday,March 10,2020—5:30 p.m. 6. Proposals and Bids There were no proposals on this agenda. 7. Discussion and Possible Action 7.1 JA Ely Boulevard Housing Development(Smith's Store Property) Director Williams reviewed the information included in the agenda packet, and noted she would like direction from the Board. Chair Lewellen noted she spoke to a number of residents who live in the neighborhood and they would prefer townhomes over single-family homes. Board Member Harris said we should look at other housing types to maximize the space. Board Member James noted it would take a unanimous vote to change the deed restrictions and she is opposed to anything other than single-family homes. She has not heard about anyone wanting something different there. If we move forward with the recommendation of Director Williams, we will have a cost savings of$500,000.00 which could be used for other projects that were put off due to budget constraints. Board Member Brandimarte spoke of the previous Commission's decision to raze the Smith parcels and build single-family homes for first responders. Vice-Chair Odman asked if the restrictive covenant specifically says it is for first responders. Director Williams did not think that was included in the restrictive covenant, although there was discussion about it. She noted single-family homes are the only type that could be built on this property under the current zoning. She addressed designating only certain owners of the homes and the selling and deeding of the property to developers. She reviewed the hybrid approach process that she is recommending. Board Member James motioned to approve the hybrid approach recommendation for the workforce housing project for the property on JA Ely Boulevard; seconded by Vice-Chair Odman. The motion carried unanimously. 8. Board Member Comments Board Member Brandimarte extended condolences to Chair Lewellen on the passing of her mother. Board Member Harris spoke of the ULI conference he attended with Director Williams. Minutes of Regular Meeting 4 Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Tuesday,March 10,2020—5:30 p.m. Board Member James noted she is in support of some sort of mixed use for a parcel south of the cemetery. 9. Information Items There were no items on this agenda. 10. Adjournment Chair Lewellen adjourned the meeting at 6:33 p.m. ATTEST: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY )A A� 4t� JA THOMAS SCHNEIDER, CMC —LORI LEWELLEN CRA SECRETARY CHAIR—CRA Approved: April 28, 2020 _& DANIA BEACH COMM"IngawgLo"Mm AGWWV Minutes of Regular Meeting 5 Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Tuesday,March 10,2020—5:30 p.m. f REQUEST TO ADDRESS CITY OF DANIA BEACH DANIABEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY COMMUNITY AEDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR OR SPECIAL MEETINGS The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is required by state law to keep minutes of CRA Board meetings. To properly identify persons who address the CRA in those minutes, the CRA requests that this form be completed and provided to the CRA Secretary, before the meeting begins. DATE OF CRA BOARD MEETING: ? , 20_L b PRINT NAME: & -A l l n ADDRESS: 7 Z C' '.L Fv 370 PHONE NO. (optional): PLEASE.CHFAC ONE OR BOTH OF THE ITEMS BELOW: 1) CITIZEN COMMENTS: Comments by Dania Beach citizens or interested parties that are not part of the regular printed agenda may be made during each CRA Board meeting during the period set aside for"Citizen Comments." Each speaker shall be limited to 3 minutes for his or her comments. Persons desiring to speak during the citizen comment period shall inform the CRA Secretary immediately prior to the beginning of the meeting of their intention to speak. PLEASE BRIEFLY DESCRIBE THE SUBJECT MATTER OF YOUR COMMENT: 2) AGENDA ITEM# (AS PRINTED ON AGENDA) 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 PROCEEDING,AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. LOBBYIST REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PRIOR TO ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES,WHETHER OR NOT COMPENSATION IS PAID OR RECEIVED IN CONNECTION WITH THOSE ACTIVITIES, EACH LOBBYIST SHALL FILE WITH THE CITY CLERK AN ANNUAL REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND PAY AN ANNUAL ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) REGISTRATION FEE FOR EACH PRINCIPAL OR EMPLOYER. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE:WWW.DANIABEACHFL.GOV. (ORDINANCE#2012-019) r REQUEST TO ADDRESS CITY OF DANIA BEACH DANIABEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR OR SPECIAL MEETINGS The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is required by state law to keep minutes of CRA Board meetings. To properly identify persons who address the CRA in those minutes, the CRA requests that this form be completed and provided to the CRA Secretary, before the meeting begins. DATE OF CRA BOARD MEETING: �1C(� , 20 2 PRINT NAME eX I ► ! t, 4- ADDRESS: PHONE NO. (optional): PLEASE CHECK ONE OR BOTH OF THE ITEMS BELOW: 1) CITIZEN COMMENTS: Comments by Dania Beach citizens or interested parties that are not part of the regular printed agenda may be made during each CRA Board meeting during the period set aside for"Citizen Comments." Each speaker shall be limited to 3 minutes for his or her comments. Persons desiring to speak during the citizen comment period shall inform the CRA Secretary immediately prior to the beginning of the meeting of their intention to speak. PLEASE BRIEFLY DESCRIBE THE SUBJECT MATTER OF YOUR COMMENT: OF L40"14 2) AGENDA ITEM# (AS PRINTED ON AGENDA) 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 PROCEEDING,AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. LOBBYIST REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PRIOR TO ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES,WHETHER OR NOT COMPENSATION IS PAID OR RECEIVED IN CONNECTION WITH THOSE ACTIVITIES, EACH LOBBYIST SHALL FILE WITH THE CITY CLERK AN ANNUAL REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND PAY AN ANNUAL ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) REGISTRATION FEE FOR EACH PRINCIPAL OR EMPLOYER REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE:WWW.DANIABEACHFL.GOV. (ORDINANCE#2012-019) L;4. REQUEST TO ADDRESS CITY OF DANIA BEACH DAN IA BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR OR SPECIAL MEETINGS The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is required by state law to keep minutes of CRA Board meetings. To properly identify persons who address the CRA in those minutes, the CRA requests that this form be completed and provided to the CRA Secretary, before the meeting begins. DATE OF CRA BOARD MEETING: t_ , 20 PRINT NAME: ADDRESS: j y w �)�^ C1 PHONE NO. (optional) 6 / PLEASE CHECK ONE OR BOTH OF THE ITEMS BELOW: 1) CITIZEN COMMENTS: Comments by Dania Beach citizens or interested parties that are not part of the regular printed agenda may be made during each CRA Board meeting during the period set aside for"Citizen Comments." Each speaker shall be limited to 3 minutes for his or her comments. Persons desiring to speak during the citizen comment period shall inform the CRA Secretary immediately prior to the beginning of the meeting of their intention to speak. PLEASE BRIEFLY DESCRIBE THE SUBJECT MATTER OF YOUR COMMENT: f D2 /v � -A- Z"I ---)�, �0 , �--1-, M i 2) AGENDA ITEM# (AS PRINTED ON AGENDA) 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 PROCEEDING,AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. LOBBYIST REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PRIOR TO ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES,WHETHER OR NOT COMPENSATION IS PAID OR RECEIVED IN CONNECTION WITH THOSE ACTIVITIES, EACH LOBBYIST SHALL FILE WITH THE CITY CLERK AN ANNUAL REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND PAY AN ANNUAL ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) REGISTRATION FEE FOR EACH PRINCIPAL OR EMPLOYER. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE:WWW.DANIABEACHFL.GOV. (ORDINANCE#2012-019) it REQUEST TO ADDRESS If CITY OF DANIA BEACH DANIA LEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR OR SPECIAL MEETINGS The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is required by state law to keep minutes of CRA Board meetings. To properly identify persons who address the CRA in those minutes, the CRA requests that this form be completed and provided to the CRA Secretary, before the meeting begins. DATE OF CRA BOARD MEETING: �' , 20Z 6-) PRINT NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE NO. (optional): PLEASE CHECK ONE OR BOTH OF THE ITEMS BELOW: 1) LIEC CITIZEN COMMENTS: Comments by Dania Beach citizens or interested parties that are not part of the regular printed agenda may be made during each CRA Board meeting during the period set aside for"Citizen Comments." Each speaker shall be limited to 3 minutes for his or her comments. Persons desiring to speak during the citizen comment period shall inform the CRA Secretary immediately prior to the beginning of the meeting of their intention to speak. PLEASE BRIEFLY DESCRIBE THE SUBJECT MATTER OF YOUR COMMENT: 2) AGENDA ITEM# (AS PRINTED ON AGENDA) 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 PROCEEDING,AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. LOBBYIST REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PRIOR TO ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES,WHETHER OR NOT COMPENSATION IS PAID OR RECEIVED IN CONNECTION WITH THOSE ACTIVITIES, EACH LOBBYIST SHALL FILE WITH THE CITY CLERK AN ANNUAL REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND PAY AN ANNUAL ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) REGISTRATION FEE FOR EACH PRINCIPAL OR EMPLOYER. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE:WWW.DANIABEACHFL.GOV. (ORDINANCE#2012-019) x 100 W.Dania Beach Blvd. Dania Beach,Florida 33004 DANIABEACH y _ - --�° ,�.. ,(954)924-6801 GOMMUNtTY REDEVELOPMENT AtiENCY w _ r(954)921-2604 ^ iAAAiv+.Dan is BeachCRA.org Memorandum To: Chair, Vice Chair and Board of Commissioners From: Rickelle Williams, CRA Executive Director Date: March 10, 2020 Re: Arts and Seafood Celebration/Dania After Dark—COVID-19(Novel Coronavirus) Background As indicated in the Dania Beach Arts and Seafood Celebration report memo and in my message to the CRA Board on Saturday, March 7, 2020,the CRA is currently continuing with the planning process for the Arts and Seafood Celebration. Recent plans have included increasing safety precautions to protect against the Coronavirus.These plans include special signage, having additional wash stations and hand sanitizer stands at the event. A few local events(Calle Ocho, Ultra Music Festival, and the Doral Food and Wine Festival) in Miami- Dade County have been cancelled or postponed as a precaution in an effort to limit the spread of the virus.Some of these events typically attract a national/international audience. Current Situation As of this morning,there are four(4)confirmed positive cases of the Coronavirus in Broward County. We have no indication of the exposure resulting from these cases.The Dania Beach Arts and Seafood Celebration attracts most guests from the tri-county area.As the Arts and Seafood Celebration has historically attracted thousands of attendees,with 19,000 in attendance last year,there is growing concern for the safety of residents and visitors who may be planning to attend the event. Fiscal Impact At this point,the event is eighteen (18)days away.To date,the CRA has expended $50,150 out of a budget of$160,000 toward planning and executing the Arts and Seafood Celebration.Therefore,approximately 31 percent of the overall budget has been expended. Of the expended amount,we anticipate that approximately$3,500 worth of expenditures can be recouped or reused for the event in the future. If the CRA Board decides today to not have the event on March 28-29, 2020,the potential financial loss will be diminished greatly as opposed to making that decision in the coming days or weeks,when additional expenditures are expected.The CRA has already generated some of the anticipated revenue including revenue and commitments from artist fees, sponsors and the food and beverage concessionaire. If the event is not held, all collected revenue may be returned to the artists, sponsors and concessionaire. 1 ` 100 W.Dania Beach Blvd. �Tr �A�I�JJ/ Dania Beach,Florida 33004 DAN IA B EAC H — c-I(954)924 6801 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY fax(954)921-2604 www.DaniaBeachCRA.org Recommendation Dania Beach Art and Seafood Celebration The wellbeing and safety of our community is of the utmost importance.As the Executive Director, I would like the CRA to be responsible and proactive in our efforts to plan and execute the largest event in the City of Dania Beach.Therefore, it is imperative that a decision be made on whether to host the event on March 28- 29, 2020 as planned. Health officials have indicated that avoiding large crowds can mitigate the risk of contracting the virus. Since health officials are unaware of the potential spread of the virus and with the absence of a vaccination,there is uncertainty as to whether the spread will reach epidemic or pandemic stages in Broward County leading up to the current event date. The CRA is aware that not having this event is likely to impact service providers and vendors that are anticipating generating revenue from the event. However,we are also conscious of the fact that a potential decrease in attendance due to fear of exposure, may limit the ability of these service providers and vendors to generate the revenue needed to cover their expenses.Above all, in consideration of the public health and public safety, I am recommending that we not have the event on March 28-29, 2020. Dania After Dark and Art in the Hall The CRA also hosts other large events including Dania After Dark and the accompanying Art in the Hall. I am also recommending that these events not be held until further notice as we continue to monitor the situation.There is currently no financial loss for not having the Dania After Dark event and minimal financial loss for the Art in the Hall event. 2