HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-12 Regular City Commission Meeting MinutesMINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY. SEPTEMBER 12,2024 - 7:00 P.M.
I. CALLTO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m
Present:
Mal or:
Vice-Ma1 or:
Commissioners:
City Manager:
Citl Attomey:
Ciry" Clerk:
A. J. Ryan IV
Lori Lewellen
Joyce L. Davis
Tamara James
Marco A. Salvino, Sr.
Ana M. Garcia, ICMA-CM
Eve Boutsis
Elora Riera. MMC
]- \IO\IE\T 0F SILE\CE AND PLED(;E OF ALLEGI.{\CT]
Mayor Ryan called for a moment of silence fbllowed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the United
States Flag.
-I- BTIDGET PTIBLI(' }IEARING ITE\,{S
3.1 RESOLUTTON NO. 2024-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA. RELATING TO THE IMPOSITION OF FIRE RESCUE ASSESSMENTS AND
PROVISION OF FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES. FACILITIES. AND PROGRAMS IN THE
CITY OF DANIA BEACH. FLORIDA; RATIFYING. CONFIRMING, AND
SUPPLEMENTING RESOLUTION NO. 2024-096: REIMPOSING FIRE RESCUE
ASSESSMENTS WITH UPDATED ASSESSMENT RATES AGAINST ASSESSED
PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING OCTOBER I. 2024: APPROVING THE RATES OF ASSESSMENT:
APPROVING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL: PROVIDING FOR EFFECT OF
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITYI AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance)
Citv Attomey Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record.
Chief Financial Officer Frank DiPaolo introduced the item
Mayor Ry-an opened the floor to public comments. there being none. public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion rras seconded
b1' Vice Mal or Lewellen rvhich carried unanimousll on voice votc.
3.2 RESOLTJTION NO. 2024.
A RESOLIJTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA. RELATING TO THE PROVISION OF SOLID WASTE SERVICE
ASSESSMENTS IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH. FLORIDA: RE-IMPOSING SOLID
WASTE SERVICE ASSESSMENTS AGAINST ASSESSED PROPERTY LOCATED
WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH F'OR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING OCTOBER I. 2024; APPROVING THE RATE OF ASSESSMENT:
APPROVINC THE ASSESSMENT ROLL: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER.
PROVIDINC FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance)
Cit_"- Attomey Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record.
Chief Financial Officer Frank DiPaolo introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments. there being none. public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion was seconded
by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
3.3 I{ITSOLUTION NO. 2024-
A RESOLI-ITION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA. RELATING TO THE PROVISION OF STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
SERVICES IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH. F.L,ORIDA: IMPOSING AND RE-IMPOSING
STORMWA'TER ASSESSMENTS AGAINST PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY
OF DANIA BEACH FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER I. 2024:
APPROVING THE RATE OF ASSE,SSMENT: APPROVING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER. PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Finance)
City Attomey Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record.
Chief Financial Offrcer Frank DiPaolo introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments. there being none, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion was seconded
by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
Minutes of Regular Meeting
Dania Beach City Commission
Tuesday. September 12,202,+ 7:00 p.m
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA. AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY CHARTER AND SECTION 200.065. FLORIDA
STATIJTES. APPROVING THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE NECESSARY TO BE
LEVIED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2021.2025 FOR OPERATING PURPOSES:
ESTABLISHING THE DEBT MILLAGE APPROVED BY THE ELECTORATE:
PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING WHEN AND WHERE OBJECTIONS MAY BE
HEARD AND QUESTIONS CONCERNINC THE SAME WILL BE ANSWERED;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(F inance)
City Attomey Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record. She commented that the
proposed operating municipal millage rate will be 5.9998 mils n'hich reflects no change from the
city's current fiscal year millage rate. This operating nlillage rate represents a 4.99o/o increase
over the roll back rate of 5.7147 mills. as computed in accordance with 200.65 ol the Florida
Statutes. The voter approved debt senice millage rate is 0.0985 mills. in accordance with the
provisions ofthe larl' pursuant to 200 ofthe Florida Statutes and the citl's aggregate millage rate
is 6.0983 mills. which is 5.9998 mills for operating and 0.0985 mills for debt sen,ice. The final
public hearing tbr the ad valorem tax millage and budget u,itl be held on Tuesday. September
24'h. 1024 here at Citl'Hall at 100 West Dania Beach Boulevard at 7:00 p.m.
Chiel Financial Officer Frank DiPaolo introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion was seconded
by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
3.5 RESOLUTIONNO.2024-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACFI.
FLORIDA. AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY CHARTER AND SECTION 200.065. FLORIDA
STATUTES. APPROVINC A TENTATIVE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025: PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING WHEN OBJECTIONS
WILL BE HEARD AND QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE BUDGET WII,L BE
ANSWERED: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER. PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance)
City Attomey Boutsis read the title of the resolution into the record.
Chief Financial Officer Frank DiPaolo introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments. there being none, public hearing was closed
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion was seconded
by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
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Dania Beach Cit-r' Commission
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3..+ RESOLLTTION NO. 102-+-
rI. PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL EVENT APPROVALS
4.1 Eagle Scouts Presentation of Flag Box - Sponsored by L'ice lvlayor Lewellen
CareerSource Broward - Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) - Sponsored
by Commissioner James
Latima Thomas of CareerSource Bror.l ard gave a PowerPoint presentation on the Summer Youth
Employment Program and gave a brief overview of how it went.
4.3 Request for Approval of Proclamation - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month -
Sponsored by Commissioner Davis
Consensus to approve the proclamation.
5. PROCLAMATIONS
There were no proclamations.
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
6.1 City Manager
City Manager Garcia presented her managers report and touched on the following topics:
Recruitment video for the City of Dania Beach
Commendation to the Marketing Team for winning the Silver Circle Award lbr the
Pioneer Newsletter at the National Savry Awards in Texas
Bro*'ard Countl School Board meeting changed to Monday, September 3Oth,2O24 at
South Broward High School to address Dania Beach schools
Bond Rating meeting
Partnership with Rita Crocket for beach volleyball program at Frost Park
Conversations with Ron Book regarding the upcoming legislative session
Water plant project to replace motor gear box, valves and actuators
Southr.r est 52nJ Street storm drainage projecr
6.2 City Attorney
City Attomey Boutsis had nothing to report.
6.3 City Clerk - Reminders
Cit-v Clerk Riera reminded the Commission of the following upcoming meerings
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Tuesda,v, September 12,2024 7:00 p.m
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Jacob McKaig from Troop 436 presented his Eagle Project. a flag retirement box, where
residents can respectfully retire their American flags.
- September 24. 2024 Final Budget Hearing and Regular City Commission Meeting - 7:00 p.m
- October 7. 2024 CRA Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
- October 7. 2024 Regular City Commission Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
7. PUBLICSAFETYREPORTS
Captain Tarala reported on recent criminal activitf in the cit) to include a shots fired call. a
burglary in progress and a robbery. He provided an update on Dania Pointe and said there hasn't
been a single issue in 8 weeks. He advised that Broward Sherif'fs Office will be holding a
Shred-a-thon and Operation Medicine Cabinet on Saturday, September 2l't. 2024 at Bass Pro
Shops from l0:00 a.m. to l:00 p.m. and the Night Out nith Law Enfbrcement at Frost Park on
October 251h.2024. He further advised that the department will be setting up a DL checkpoinr in
the citl' and he ."vill advise the date. time and location u,hen he is aware ol it. Captain Tarala
commended Lieutenant Cooper for everything she does lor the department and the city.
Fire ChielPellecer reported that theyjust tinished up u.ith the biannual llre drills with Citl' Hall.
Public Services and Parks and Recreation and everyone did a great job. The firefighters have
been participating in Life Scan physicals to ensure they are in top shape, and they have brought
back the senior meetings to provide sattty tips to seniors. He reported on call volumes within
the city. and he thanked the Commission and City Stafl for their support during the annual
September I lth Commemoration. He noted that thel are preparing fbr the To1 Drive and will be
working with the Parks and Recreation team and Special Events team to bring something better
this year.
8. CITIZENS'COMMENTS
The following spoke under citizens' comments:
- Linda Wilson - 1547 Adams Street. Hollvwood
9. CONSENTAGENDA
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was
seconded bv Vice Mavor Lenellen which carried unanimouslv on voice lote.
9.1 Minutes: August 27, 2024 City Commission Meeting
Approved under consent agenda.
9.2 Travel Requests: None.
9.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT ("ILA") FOR OPTIONAL SERVICES WITH BROWARD
COUNTY RELATING TO SERVICES FOR THE "KEEP BROWARD BEAUTIFUL-
PROGRAM FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE. BULK TRASH AND YARD
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Dania Beach Citv Commission
Tuesda-"-. September 12.2024 - 7:00 p.m.
WASTE DROP.OFF PROGRAMS: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER.
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.(Public Services)
Approved under consent agentlu
9.4 RESOI-UTIONNO.2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZINC THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A FOURTH
AMENDMENT TO AN INTERLOCAI, AGREEMENT ('ILA'') WITH BROWARD COUNTY
AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH RELATINC TO COMMUNITY SHUTTLE BUS TO
AD.IL]ST THE SERVICING ROUTE FOR THE EAST AND WEST ROUTES. AND MODIFY
THE OPERATING HOURS FROM MONDAY-SATURDAY (9:00 A.M. - 5:.17 P.M.) TO
MONDAY-SATURDAY (9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.); PROVIDING FOR CONFLIC'fS:
FURTHER. PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.(Public Services)
Approved under consent agenda
9.5 RESOLL]TION NO. 2023.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA. AIJTHORIZINC THE SLJBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR T'HE
FLORIDA RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (-FRDAP") TO
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR STATE OF
FLORIDA FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 FOR ADDITIONAL PLAY STRUCTURE AND
MINOR PARK IMPROVEMENTS AT DANIA COVE PARK: PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS: IURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Parks and Recreation)
Approved under consent agenda.
9.6 RESOLUTIONNO.2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
Ft-OzuDA. AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH GABOTON GROUP. LI,C TO PROVIDE FEDERAL PT,IBLIC
AFFAIRS LOBBYIST AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED FORTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($45,OOO.OO) EFFECTIVE OCTOBER I.
2024 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30. 2025: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER.
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Citl. Manager)
Approved under consent agenda.
9.7 RESOLUTIONNO.2O2S-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA, OPPOSING ANY CURRENT OR FUTURE ITLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PROPOSED INITIATIVES CURRENTLY KNOWN AS
THE -GREAT OUTDOORS INITIATIVE" THAT WOULD AUTHORIZE GOLF COT-IRSES.
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Dania Beach City Commission
Tuesday. September 12.2024 7:00 p.m
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PARK LODGES OR PICKLEBALL FACILITIES IN NATURE PRESERVE PARKS: AND
OPPOSE ANY SPECIFIC AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIT MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR DR.
VON D. MIZELL-EULA JOHNSON STATE PARKI PROVIDING FOR DISTRIBUTION,
DIRECTION TO THE CITY'S STATE LOBBYISTS: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS:
FURTHER. PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Commissioner Davis)
Approvcd uruler conscnl ugenda
10. BIDS AND REQTIESTS FOR PROPOSALS
None.
1 I. QUASI.JUDICIAL HEARINGS
II.I A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA
BEACH. FLORIDA. PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FLORIDA STATUTES
SECTION 255.065. AFTER HOLDING THE SECOND OF TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS.
ACCEPTS AN TJ}ISOLICITED PROPOSAL BY RITA CROCKETT BEACH SPORTS
ACADEMY (RCBSA) FOR A QUALIFIED PROJECT FOR "THE PIT-. A BEACH SPORTS
FACILITY AT FROST PARK: AND MAKING A DETERMINATION THAT IT IS IN THE
PUBLIC'S INTEREST TO PROCEED WITH THE LINSOLICITED PROPOSAL:
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS: FUR.fHER. PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Cit) Attome] )
City Attorney Boutsis read the title ofthe resolution into the record.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments and the lollowing spoke
- Linda Wilson - I 547 Adams Street. Hollywood
Commissioner Davis made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion was seconded
b,r- Commissioner James which carried unanimouslv on voice vote.
None
I3. SECOND READIN(; ORDINANCES
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Commissioner James stated hou proud she is that the Parks Department has partnered with
difl'erent people to bring unique things to the City of Dania Beach. She noted that the city has
had the parks master plan fbr some time. and it has changed quite a f'ew times and as our needs
grow. we need to diversify the types of sports that ne of'f-er.
Rita Crockett ol Rita Crockett Beach Sports Academl spoke to the Commission and shared her
Olympic Medal and Congressional Medal of Honor.
I2. FIRST READING ORDINANCES
Minutes of Regular Meeting
Dania Beach Ciry Commission
Tuesdar-. September 12.202.1 7:00 p.m.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA. AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF CITY FUNDS EXCEEDING ONE
MILLION DOLLARS ($I,OOO.OOO.OO) FOR REBUILDING LIFT STATIONS NO.,+. NO.6
AND NO. llt PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION. PROVIDINC FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY: AND FURTHER. PROVIDINC FOR AN EFFECTIVE
D ATE. (Public Sert ice s)
City Attomey Boutsis read the title of the ordinance into the record.
Deputy Director of Public Services Dincer Ozaydin introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments. there being none, public hearing was closed
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion *'as seconded
b1' Vice Ma1"or Lewellen which carried unanimousll on voice vote.
I+. DISCTISSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
14.1 RESOLI.TTION NO. 1024-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH.
FLORIDA. AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO APPROVE A CONTRACT
TO WORK WITH DELASOCIAL TO CREATE INTERACTIVE PUBLIC ART MOSAIC IN
CELEBRATION OF THE CITY'S I2OTH ANNIVERSARY INITIATED BY THE CITY'S
PUBLIC ART ADVISORY BOARD: PROVIDINC FOR CONFLICTS: FURTHER.
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (('ommunity Dewbpment)
CiN Attornev Boutsis read the title ofthe resolution into the record
Director of Communir,,- Development Eleanor Norena introduced the item
Commissioner Salvino made a motion to approve the resolution. The motion tas seconded
bv Commissioner ,Iames u hich carried unanimouslv on voice votc.
14.2 U.S. Coast Guard Parking at Dania Beach -.Spon.r'ored by ('ommissioner Duvis
Commissioner Davis introduced the item and is looking lbr consensus for free or discounted
pricing for parking at the beach.
Commissioner Salvino was willing to provide a discount similar to residents or seniors.
Commissioner James expressed her concem for the revenue that the parking brings in.
Vice Mayor Lewellen expressed her concem for the limited space as well as the need to provide
this opportunity to others as well.
There was no direction or action taken on this item.
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15. APPoINTMENTS
l5.l Education Advisory Board - 2 vacancies
- Vice Mal or Lenellen
- Commissioner Salvino
15.2 Marine Advisory Board - 2 vacancies
- Vice Mayor Lewellen
- Commissioner James
None at this time.
Commissioner James and Commissioner Salvino will switch their appointments: theretbre.
Commissioner James will make an appointment for the Education Advisory Board and
Commissioner Salvino u'ill make an appointment tbr the Marine Advisorl Board.
I 6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
15.1 CommissionerDavis
Commissioner Davis congratulated Chief Pellecer on the 9/l l ceremon]' and said that she
received a suggestion irom a resident suggesting a partnership with Olsen Middle School to
involve some of the children and commemorate 9/l I in partnership with our schools. She
inquired when the last meeting u,ould be to use the remainder of the commission contingencl"
funds and City Manager Garcia responded that it would be the September 241h meeting.
15.2 CommissionerJames
Commissioner James commented that the 9/l I ceremony' was beautiful. and it is alqavs a
reminder of something that can unite us although it was a horriflc tragedy. She has drove by and
noticed the progress ol C.W. Thomas Park and is excited for the lacilitl and what it rlitl bring
the communitl. She commended the Chamber fbr alway-s having packed luncheons tbr the
businesses in our city and noted she is excited to be representing the city at the PEA retreat.
15.3 CommissionerSalvino
Commissioner Salvino commented that the 9/l I ceremon.v keeps getting better every year and it
was a nice job put on by BSO. He is requesting to utilize $2.000.00 from the Commission
contingency f'und to sponsor a table of l0 for the Prestige Club's Cala on October l9th. ['{e is
also requesting to utilize $1.000.00 tiom his contingency to assist the Prestige Club with their
renovations. There was commission consensus to utilize the funds from the Commission
contingency and his personal contingencl' tbr the Prestige Club.
15.4 Vice-Mavor[.ewellen
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None at this time.
Vice Mayor Leu-ellen echoed everyone's comments on the wonderful job Chief Pellecer did on
the 9/l I ceremon-v.
I 5.5 Mayor Ryan
Mayor R.van said the 9/ I I ceremony was very touching and impactful. The cit-v does a
wonderful job to honor and remember everything that happened that day.
I7. AD.IOIIRNMENT
Ma1'or Ryan adjoumed the meeting at 8:23 p.m.
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