Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-02-14 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023 - 7:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order/Roll Call Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. Present: Mayor: A. J. Ryan IV Vice-Mayor: Lori Lewellen Commissioners: Joyce L. Davis Tamara James Marco A. Salvino, Sr. City Manager: Ana M. Garcia, ICMA-CM City Attorney: Eve Boutsis Deputy City Clerk: Erin McClendon 2. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Ryan called for a moment of silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag. 3. Presentations and Special Event Approvals 3.1 Presentation of the Community Shuttle Service Comprehensive Operational Analysis by Public Services and The Corridino Group Fernando Rodriguez, Director of Public Services, spoke briefly about the Community Shuttle Service. Mark Alvarez of the Corradino Group gave a PowerPoint presentation which is attached to and incorporated into the minutes. Commissioner James asked who burdens the costs for the upgrades, Broward County or Dania Beach and Mr. Alvarez responded that Broward County would bear the cost. Commissioner James inquired about the loops and asked if it doubled the time and Mr. Alvarez said the east route is 57 minutes between buses and the west route is an hour and 15 minutes between buses. Doing the loop with two buses in opposite directions would be 87 minutes. Commissioner James asked if Mr. Alvarez thought this would decrease ridership and Mr. Alvarez responded that it is a balance It decreases ridership in general and it will also hurt us on points for Broward County. No one wants to transfer between buses; it is a sacrifice, one for the other. We would need three buses to improve that. Commissioner James inquired about an opportunity to ask them for a third bus to decrease the wait times and Mr. Alvarez stated that is the concept, the long range of this is to solidify ridership and serve the entire city. As we build on the ridership, the City can then request more funding for a third and possibly fourth bus. Director of Public Services, Rodriguez said the wrap has been approved by Broward County, but they want to incorporate the Broward County logo. The wrap should be completed soon, and it would be at the cost of the City. They are currently looking for a vendor for the City's mobile app. Vice-Mayor Lewellen asked if there is a QR code that can be added to the wrap to access the schedule and Director of Public Services, Rodriguez said that a QR code can be added and that the phone app is going to make a big difference. Commissioner Davis requested to see the design of the wrap and Director of Public Services, Rodriguez said that it will be shared to the Commission through the Manager. 3.2 Summer Youth Program- Commissioner James This item was not taken up. 3.3 Human Resources Presentation—Get Fit Dania Beach—Employee Wellness Event Linda Gonzalez, Chief Human Resources Officer and Deputy Human Resources Director, Ann Mierez gave a presentation on the Employee Wellness Fair and said it helps with the health and well-being of our employees as well as the health insurance rates. Chief Human Resources Officer Gonzalez thanked Public Services, Parks & Recreation, HR, City Manager Garcia, and Deputy City Manager Sosa-Cruz for making it happen. 3.4 Storm Protection Program by Frank DiPaolo, Chief Financial Officer, and Eleanor Norena, Director of Community Development Chief Financial Officer Frank DiPaolo and Community Development Assistant Director Corrine Lajoie gave a PowerPoint presentation which is attached to and incorporated into these minutes. Commissioner James said this is exciting to see this coming to fruition and asked if it is only homes that can apply. She noted that there are two leisure halls that need upgrades and asked what opportunities there are for the veterans. Minutes of Regular Meeting 2 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. Chief Financial Officer DiPaolo said that it depends on who owns the home,but it is a residential program, so it needs to apply to residential homes. There are other programs that the City can look into. Commissioner Davis has concerns about the marketing plan. She hopes that the City has a robust plan to get the information out to residents. Chief Financial Officer DiPaolo said that the City has not worked on that yet, but they will do everything they can to get the word out. City Manager Garcia said staff will work collectively to get the word out to the residents from the Commission. Commissioner Davis suggested that the City reach out to the Broward County Housing Authority as they have different avenues to reach out to people as well. Vice-Mayor Lewellen said it is a great program and she knows there are some issues with homes that are rented and asked if they will be looking at qualifications for the homeowner as opposed to the renter. Chief Financial Officer DiPaolo said that they have no issues with homes that are not owner occupied as long as they are in the Q.C.T. or the owner meets the income threshold. He also noted that multi-family units are also eligible for these improvements. Vice-Mayor Lewellen asked if the income requirements did not matter for the Q.C.T. and Chief Financial Officer DiPaolo responded affirmatively. 3.5 Special Event request from Marine Industries Association of South Florida to host its 46th Annual Broward County Waterway Clean-Up to be held at Dania Beach Pier/Marina, 151 North Beach Road, on Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The applicant is requesting a waiver of special event application and parking fees. (Parks & Recreation) Vice-Mayor Lewellen motioned to approve the special event request for the 46th Annual Broward County Waterway Clean-Up, including waiver of application and parking fees; seconded by Commissioner Salvino. The motion carried unanimously. 4. Proclamations 4.1 American Heart Month- Mayor Ryan Mayor Ryan read the proclamation for American Heart Month. Minutes of Regular Meeting 3 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. 5. Citizen Comments David Kaplan, 111 SE 3`d Avenue, Dania Beach, spoke about the pump station, drainage, sidewalks and the homeless. He provided documentation to the Commission. 6. Public Safety Reports Captain Daniel Marks, BSO Chief of Police, reported on recent criminal activity in the city, speed sensors, their new social worker and homeless outreach. He is still working on getting quotes for the City-wide License Plate Reader (LPR) program and has spoken to his Colonel who assured him that they will be getting the additional deputies as soon as possible. Captain Sergio Pellecer, BSO District Fire Chief, gave an update on departmental activities including call volumes and spoke about inspections for their equipment and firehouse. Their education department has been busy training, including teaching new parents how to properly install car seats. 7. Consent Agenda Commissioner James made a motion to adopt the consent agenda minus item 7.7. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Salvino which carried unanimously on voice vote. 7.1 Minutes: Approve Minutes of January 10, 2023 City Commission Meeting Approved under consent agenda. 7.2 Travel Requests: None Resolutions 7.3 RESOLUTION#2023-008 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING A MONTH-TO-MONTH EXTENSION OF THE AGREEMENT FOR COMMUNITY SHUTTLE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES CURRENTLY BEING PROVIDED BY LIMOUSINES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC., RETROACTIVE TO FEBRUARY 12, 2023 AND AT INCREASED PRICING IN THE HOURLY RATE FOR SERVICES FROM $52.00 TO $57.50 DUE TO INCREASED DEMAND FOR DRIVERS AND COUNTY MANDATED WAGE AND BENEFIT REQUIREMENTS, AT AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($10,500.00) FOR THE ESTIMATED EXTENSION PERIOD; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) Approved under consent agenda. Minutes of Regular Meeting 4 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. 7.4 RESOLUTION#2023-009 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR ELECTRICAL REPAIR SERVICES FROM KILOWATT ELECTRIC COMPANY UTILIZING THE CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS ITB NUMBER 23-B-013F, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 11, 2023 THROUGH JANUARY 10, 2026, IN AN AMOUNT TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL VENDOR THRESHOLD OF FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($50,000.00) FOR EACH FISCAL YEAR THE CONTRACT IS IN PLACE; AUTHORIZING SUCH PURCHASES THAT ARE MADE WITHIN THE RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS' APPROVED ANNUAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) Approved under consent agenda. 7.5 RESOLUTION#2023-010 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR ELECTRICAL REPAIR SERVICES FROM IMPERIAL ELECTRICAL INCORPORATED UTILIZING THE CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS BID NUMBER 23-B-013F, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 11, 2023 THROUGH JANUARY 10, 2026, IN AN AMOUNT TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL VENDOR THRESHOLD AMOUNT OF FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($50,000.00) FOR EACH FISCAL YEAR THE CONTRACT IS IN PLACE; AUTHORIZING SUCH PURCHASES THAT ARE MADE WITHIN THE RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS' APPROVED ANNUAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services) Approved under consent agenda. 7.6 RESOLUTION#2023-011 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, REVISING AND UPDATING THE SCHEDULE OF BUILDING PERMIT AND OTHER DEPARTMENT FEES, PURSUANT TO ARTICLE I, SECTION 8-3, ENTITLED "BUILDING PERMIT FEES" OF CHAPTER 8, ENTITLED "BUILDING", OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development) Approved under consent agenda. Minutes of Regular Meeting 5 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. 7.7 RESOLUTION#2023-012 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.358(4), OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES, AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF CRA-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 115 PHIPPEN WAITERS ROAD, DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA ("PROPERTY") TO NATALYA DOMATOV; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT, DEED AND RELATED DOCUMENTS IN ORDER TO TRANSFER TITLE TO THE PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (City Attorney) This item was withdrawn from the consent agenda. 7.8 RESOLUTION#2023-013 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.358(4), OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES, AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF CRA-OWNED PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 524 NW 3rd TERRACE, AND THE SWC OLD GRIFFIN ROAD/NW 4th AVENUE, DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA ("PROPERTIES") TO THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FOR THE PURPOSE OF USING THE PROPERTIES AS NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS; AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE DEEDS AND RELATED DOCUMENTS FOR THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTIES TO THE CITY TO USE FOR PARK PURPOSES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (City Attorney) Approved under consent agenda. 7.9 RESOLUTION#2023-014 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, OPPOSING HOUSE BILL 401 SPONSORED BY REPRESENTATIVE BELTRAN IN THE 2023 FLORIDA LEGISLATIVE SESSION, URGING ALL MEMBERS OF THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE AND GOVERNOR RON DESANTIS TO OPPOSE THE HOUSE BILL WHICH, IF ENACTED, WOULD INCREASE THE STATUTORY LIMITS ON LIABILITY FOR TORT CLAIMS AND JUDGMENTS AGAINST LOCAL GOVERNMENTS; PROVIDING FOR DISTRIBUTION; PROVIDING DIRECTION TO THE CITY'S STATE LOBBYISTS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Vice-Mayor Lewellen) Approved under consent agenda. Minutes of Regular Meeting 6 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. 7.10 RESOLUTION#2023-015 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SECOND RENEWAL AGREEMENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL, FIRE PROTECTION AND FIRE PREVENTION SERVICES WITH THE BROWARD SHERIFF'S OFFICE TO ADD NINE (9) POSITIONS TO THE STAFFING FOR THE NEW RESCUE 36; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance) Approved under consent agenda. 8. Bids and Requests for Proposals There were no bids or requests for proposals on the agenda. 9. Public Hearings There were no public hearings on the agenda. 10. Discussion and Possible Action There was no discussion and possible action items on the agenda. 11. Commission Comments 11.1 Commissioner Davis Commissioner Davis spoke about the REACH program and the events she attended since the last meeting. She thanked Chief Human Resource Officer Gonzalez for the Employee Wellness Fair. She said Tallahassee was great and was a positive experience. 11.2 Commissioner James Commissioner James requested authorization to spend $330.00 of her contingency to have a homeowner's course at C.W. Thomas Park for first time homeowners. There was no opposition to the use of funds. 11.3 Commissioner Salvino Commissioner Salvino spoke on the Griffin Living project. He noted he has been driving around the City and thinks that the City needs a small strategic plan. He would like representation for the Minutes of Regular Meeting 7 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. City outside of the airport within the next 6 months. He spoke about the dividers on the dais and noted we previously voted on taking them down. He is asking the City for $4,000.00 from the City's contingency to have the two Dania Elementary Schools participate in the etiquette program with the Prestige Club. After discussion, there was consensus from the Commission to utilize $4,000.00 of the City's contingency funds. 11.4 Vice-Mayor Lewellen Vice-Mayor Lewellen spoke about the events she attended since the last meeting and wants to make everyone aware of the luncheon for Lighthouse 4Students on the 26th. She noted the health fair was informative and well attended. She would like to have a smaller event specifically for angiograms. She spoke about the Dania Beach Vintage Motorcycle Show and noted there were 8,100 people in attendance. Commissioner Salvino commented that the visitors were monitored by their cellphones, and they were able to see that they visited and spent their money at several establishments throughout the City. 11.5 Mayor Ryan Mayor Ryan spoke about the events around town and said they were great. He spoke about his first trip to Tallahassee as Mayor and asked City Manager Garcia to speak on it. City Manager Garcia spoke about their time in Tallahassee and thanked Mayor Ryan and Commissioner David for working together. Mayor Ryan noted the American Legion has a program called Boys State. They recruit youth in the neighborhood to go to Tallahassee to learn about government. He would like $700.00 from his contingency for Commander Anderson at Post 209 to send a young man to Tallahassee. The Commission gave approval for the funds. 12. Appointments 12.1 Education Advisory Board There were no appointments at this meeting. 13. Administrative Reports 13.1 City Manager Minutes of Regular Meeting 8 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. City Manager Garcia provided an update on the SE drainage project. The project is 100% funded and 100% designed. Broward County has issued all necessary permits and the bidding process will begin once the ILA is approved. She will be working with Public Information Officer Bordy to get the word out. The project will make a huge difference in the southeast portion of City. The City has been working with some residents regarding the temporary fencing for construction and permanent fencing for the Atlantica project and Deputy City Manager Sosa-Cruz will be sending out a detailed email tomorrow. She noted they had a very successful and productive trip to Tallahassee. She met with the Dania Beach Chamber and will be meeting with the Hollywood Chamber. The goal is to put together a proposal to market the city. The Celeste project is nearing completion and a ribbon cutting ceremony will be scheduled with the Commission through Maxine. The pier project is 70% complete and she thanked Public Services and Public Information Officer Bordy for getting the word out. Operation Speed Control is currently deployed at SE 5th Avenue. Captain Marks will provide a full report at the next meeting. Our City Clerk is retiring. While we have conducted interviews to fill this vacancy, we have not found the person who we believe would be a best fit. Staff contacted two key individuals within our City Team. Our Deputy City Clerk would like to stay in her current position at this time. Additionally, we spoke with another key team member, Antoine Johnson, a Senior Administrator in Public Services. However, at this time, she is extremely happy working with her Public Services Team. Staff will continue with their search. BSO Major Kevin Granville, former Captain from Dania Beach is retiring. We are very grateful to Major Granville for all he has done for Dania Beach. We look forward to establishing a solid relationship with our new Major. The C.W. Thomas Park project will come forward to you at the next meeting. Director Brown and our partner from Bermello Ajamil will provide a presentation. We have been successfully working together to strategize and bring this project within budget and with the quality and vision as expected. 13.2 City Attorney City Attorney Boutsis gave an update on the annexation ordinance for the Hollywood parcel within Ocean Park. FDOT has made substantial changes to the title of the ordinance and because of this, the City must go back to first reading. She is waiting for Hollywood to sign off on the final version. This will not change the timeline. Minutes of Regular Meeting 9 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m. 13.3 City Clerk- Reminders Tuesday, February 28, 2023 - 7:00 p.m. City Commission Meeting Tuesday, March 7, 2023 - 5:00 p.m. City Commission Workshop - City Attorney Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - 5:30 p.m. CRA Board Meeting Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - 7:00 p.m. City Commission Meeting 14. Adjournment Mayor Ryan adjourned the meeting at 8:47 p.m. ATTEST: CITY OF DA BE CH ERIN McCLENDON AAA e�, , ARCH A P . R AN IV DEPUTY CITY CLERK �\ MAYOR . ! Approved: March 28, 2023 1\ get /SHED Minutes of Regular Meeting 10 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday,February 14,2023—7:00 p.m.