HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-03-12 Regular City Commission Meeting MinutesMINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MARCH 12 , 2024 -7:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order at 7:0 1 p.m.
Present:
Mayor:
Vice-Mayor:
Commissioners:
City Manager:
City Attorney:
City 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
2. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ryan called fo r a moment of silence followed by the Pledge of Alleg iance to the United
States Flag.
3. PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL EVENT APPROVALS
3.1 Hot Diggity Dog -35 Years in Business -Sponsored by Mayor Ryan
Mayor Ryan presented a plaque to Ro sina Smith for their 35 years in business.
3.2 Recognition in Celebration of Women's History Month -Sponsored by Vice Mayor
Lewellen
Vice Mayor Lewellen introduced the item and presented certificates to all the women leaders of
the City.
3.3 Eruth Day Beach / Pier Clean-Up -Sponsored by Commissioner Davis
Commissioner Davis introduced the item.
There was consensus to close the pier.
4. PROCLAMATIONS
4.1 Women's History Month -March 2024 -Sponsored by Vice Mayor Lewellen
Vice Mayor Lewellen read the proclamation into the record.
4.2 Irish American Heritage Month -March 2024 -Sponsored by Mayor Ryan
Mayor Ryan read the proclamation into the record.
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
5 .I City Manager
City Manager Garcia presented her managers' report and touched on the following topics:
State budget funds coming to the City
Dania After Dark Wine & Seafood Festival and upcoming Festivals for April and May
LT. Parker Center
Covered shade area at Mildred V. Jones Park
Second addition of the Pioneer Magazine
Budget for Fiscal Year 24-25
Citywide Camera Project (last meeting)
Business card options
o The Commission agreed to use option 2A for business cards.
Ocean Park Marina Management
5.2 City Attorney
City Attorney Boutsis noted that the legislative session is over, and the next step is for the
Governor to sign bills. As soon as the bills are signed, she will provide a report and an update on
those bills.
5 .3 City Clerk -Reminders
City Clerk Riera reminded the Commission of the following upcoming meetings:
-March 26, 2024 City Commission Meeting -7:00 p.m.
-April 8, 2024 Budget Workshop -4:30 p.m.
-April 9, 2024 CRA Board Meeting -5:30 p.m.
-April 9, 2024 City Commission Meeting -7:00 p.m.
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6. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS
Chief Tarala thanked the city and the Commission for their support with the license plate
recognition trailers. He gave an update on recent criminal activity in the city, increased patrols at
the beach for spring break, the cleanup of homeless encampments and upcoming traffic
enforcement measures for speeding.
Fire Chief Pellecer gave an update on departmental activities including emergency management
and attending the Disasters Expo in Miami. He spoke about the Honor Guard visiting the station
and training the new firefighters on the proper ways of saluting, standing at attention and
marching and turning. He advised the Commission and staff that the Engine Crews are working
on Target Hazard Identification and Pre-planning to identify hazards that might present a
challenge to them and advised that the Safer Grant application period has opened.
7. CITIZENS' COMMENTS
None.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Davis which carried unanimously ou voice vote.
8.1 Minutes: February 27, 2024 City Commission Meeting
Approved under consent agenda.
8.2 Travel Requests: None.
8.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
RECEIPT OF GRANT FUNDING FOR THE STREETSCAPE BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
ON NW 1ST STREET, FROM BRYAN ROAD TO STATE ROAD 5/US 1, TO PROVIDE
FOR FUNDING FOR SIDEWALK, AND ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS, AS WELL AS
PEDESTRIAN AMENITIES IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE HUNDRED SIXTY-
THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED SIXTY-FOUR DOLLARS ($360,264.00);PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services)
Approved under consent agenda.
8.4 RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, REQUESTING APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION TO PROCEED WITH THE
BID ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE LIFT STATION NO. 11 REHABILITATION PROJECT;
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PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.(Public Services)
Approved under consent agenda.
8.5 RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, JOINING WITH THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND
MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES ("AFSCME") UNION TO ENTER INTO A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING ("MOU") REGARDING ALLOWING EMPLOYEES TO WORK AT
AFTERHOURS SPECIAL EVENTS, AND ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE FOR THE
OFFERING AND ACCEPTING OF SUCH WORK BY EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE
BARGAINING UNIT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (Human Resources)
Approved under consent agenda.
8.6 RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF EMERGENCY DEBRIS
MONITORING AND FEMA GRANT ADMINISTRATION SERVICES CONTRACTS
PURSUANT TO REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 20-003 FOR PRIMARY,
SECONDARY AND TERTIARY SERVICES WITH DEBRIS TECH, LLC, ROSTAN
SOLUTIONS, LLC, AND BRENCO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, LLC,
RESPECTIVELY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DA TE. (Public Services)
Approved under consent agenda.
8.7 RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE
MODIFICATION NUMBER THREE TO THE SUBGRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF DANIA BEACH AND THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DIVISION OF EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT FOR AN INCREASE IN FUNDING FOR THE REHABILITATION OF
LIFT STATIONS I, 2 AND 3 PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services)
Approved under consent agenda.
8.8 RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FROM
RAFTELIS FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS, INC., WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING
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AND WITHOUT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, UTILIZING THE CITY OF DAYTONA
BEACH, FLORIDA GENERAL SERVICES CONTRACT NO. 19632; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Finance)
Approved under consent agenda.
8.9 RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, DELINEATING THE CITY COMMISSION'S POLICY RELATING TO
CODESIGNATION OF STREETS REQUIRING THE CITY COMMISSION TO COVER ALL
COSTS OF CODESIGNATION UP TO TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00) PER
REQUEST; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (Sponsored by Commissioner James)
Approved under consent agenda.
9. BIDS AND REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS
None.
10. QUASI-JUDICIAL & PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
10.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-__ _
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR AN AMENDED BUDGET APPROPRIATION FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2023-2024 IN THE WATER UTILITY FUND AND SEWER UTILITY FUND;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Finance)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
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 ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Davis which carried unanimously on voice vote.
10.2 (FIRST READING)
ORDINANCE NO. 2024----
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF CITY FUNDS EXCEEDING ONE
MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00), TO FUND THE HISTORIC RESTORATION OF THE
NYBERG-SW ANSON HOUSE PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION,
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PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Public Services)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
10.3 (FIRST READING)
ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__ _
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF CITY FUNDS EXCEEDING ONE
MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00), WHICH THE ACTUAL PROJECT COST WILL BE
DETERMINED AT BID AWARD TO FUND THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
RENOVATION PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community
Development)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
11. FIRST READING ORDINANCES
First reading ordinances under this section are not subject to public hearing and may be taken all at once, unless
pulled by the City Commission. A public hearing and discussion will take place at second reading of all ordinances
within its respective section of the agenda.
11.1 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTERS 17, ENTITLED "OFFENSES -MISCELLANEOUS" IN
ORDER TO AMEND THE CITY'S EXISTING PROHIBITION ON CAMPING TO ENSURE
THAT THE PROHIBITION AND ENFORCEMENT MEASURES CONTAINED IN THE
CODE COMPLY WITH CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCH ORDINANCES
AS SET FORTH BY THE UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE ELEVENTH
CIRCUIT IN JOEL V. CITY OF ORLANDO, 232 F.3D 1353 (11TH CIR. 2000); AND
UPDATING THE CODE VIOLATIONS RELATING TO CAMPING; REPEALING
SECTIONS 17.16 "ARREST AND TRIAL," 17.15 "VAGRANTS", AND 17-12.1, "SAME-
PROHIBITED GENERALLY", RELATING TO LOITERING PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Lewellen)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
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City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
11.2 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16, "VACATION RENTALS", AT SECTION 16-2,
ENTITLED "VACATION RENTALS"; AMENDING SECTION 105-110, ENTITLED
"PARKING AND STORAGE OF MOBILE LIVING UNITS", AND SECTION SEC. 105-140,
ENTITLED "RESTRICTIONS ON PARKING COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS" TO CLARIFY THAT MOBILE HOMES OR
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES (MOBILE LIVING UNITS) CANNOT BE LEASED FOR
SHORT TERM OR LONG TERM RENTALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; CODIFICATION AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Commissioner James)
City Attorney Bouts is read the title of the ordinance.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
11.3 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 25, ENTITLED "TRAFFIC", AT ARTICLE III,
ENTITLED "PARKING, STOPPING AND STANDING", DIVISION 1, ENTITLED
"GENERALLY"; AT SECTION 25-48, ENTITLED " PARKING NOT TO OBSTRUCT
TRAFFIC"; SECTION 25-66, ENTITLED "PARKING PROHIBITED AT CERTAIN
LOCATIONS"; TO CLARIFY THAT TRAILERS, MOBILE LIVING UNITS, TRUCK OVER
ONE TON IN WEIGHT, OR ANY VESSEL PARKED IMPROPERLY SHALL BE SUBJECT
TO A GREATER FINE THAN A PERSONAL VEHICLE; AND RESERVING SECTION 25-
79, CURRENTLY ENTITLED "FINES"; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, PROVIDING
FOR CODIFICATION, CONFLICTS; SEVERABILITY; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Lewellen)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
11.4 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 17, ENTITLED "OFFENSES -MISCELLANEOUS" IN
ORDER TO SUBSTANTIALLY MODIFY SECTION 17-11, ENTITLED, "RESERVED TO
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PROVIDE FOR REGULATIONS RELATING TO "OBSTRUCTING OF PEDESTRIAN AND
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC" IN ORDER TO PROHIBIT SAME; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Lewellen)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
11.5 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16, "VACATION RENTALS", AT SECTION SEC. 16-3.
REVOCATION, SUSPENSION OR TRANSFER OF VACATION RENTAL CERTIFICATE,"
TO PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL BASIS FOR REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION, AND TO
GENERALLY PROVIDE A CLEAN UP OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; CODIFICATION AND FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Lewellen)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
11.6 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ENTITLED "ADMINISTRATION", ARTICLE III,
ENTITLED "SUPPLEMENT AL CODE ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES; CODE
ENFORCEMENT CITATION PROGRAM", AT SECTION 2-58, ENTITLED "SCHEDULE
OF CODE ENFORCEMENT FINES/CIVIL PENALTIES" TO UPDATE THE SCHEDULE OF
FINES; AMENDING ARTICLE IV, "CODE ENFORCEMENT", AT SECTION 2-72,
"APPLICABILITY" TO UPDATE THE LIST OF CHAPTERS ENFORCED BY THE
SPECIAL MAGISTRATE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, PROVIDING FOR
CODIFICATION, CONFLICTS; SEVERABILITY; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
11. 7 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTERS 5, 17, 20, 21, AND 25 IN ORDER TO AMEND ALL
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CITATIONS REFERENCING CERTAIN MONETARY PENALTIES OR IMPRISONMENT
TO REFLECT SECTION 1-8 OF THE CITY'S CODE ENTITLED "GENERAL PENALTY;
CONTINUING VIOLATIONS; VIOLATION AS PUBLIC NUISANCE"; AND DELETING
OBSOLETE PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR
CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on first reading. The motion
was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
12. SECOND READING ORDINANCES
12.1 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 22, OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, WHICH
CHAPTER IS ENTITLED "STREETS AND SIDEWALKS" AT ARTICLE I, ENTITLED "IN
GENERAL" BY AMENDING SECTION 22-7 A IN ORDER TO MODIFY THE PETITION
REQUIREMENTS, PROVIDING FOR A PENAL TY FOR FALSE PETITIONS; PROVIDING
FOR ONE APPLICATION, PER YEAR; AND MODIFYING COST COVERAGE BY
PETITIONERS TO HA VE THE CITY COVER THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
PROCESS AND INSTALLATION OF CODESIGNATION SIGNS; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DA TE. (Sponsored by Commissioner James)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Vice Mayor Lewellen would like to see it be 4/5 votes to be consistent with the others.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Davis which carried 4-1 with Vice Mayor Lewellen
voting no.
12.2 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 20, ENTITLED "POLICE" OF THE CITY'S CODE OF
ORDINANCES, ARTICLE IV, ENTITLED "WRECKER AND TOWING SERVICES," TO
AMEND AND UPDATE THE TOW TRUCK LIST REQUIREMENTS AND LOCATION OF
THE GARAGE TO WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF DANIA BEACH; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Mayor Ryan)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
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Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Davis which carried 4-1 with Vice Mayor Lewellen
voting no.
12.3 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING THE REQUEST, MADE BY FRANMAR PROPERTIES OF
SOUTH FLORIDA LLC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2171, 2181, AND 2191 SW 42nd
STREET IN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AS LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT "A", A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED AND INCOPORATE BY REFERENCE
INTO THIS ORDINANCE, TO REZONE THE SUBJECT SITE FROM M-2 (GENERAL
MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL, A BROW ARD COUNTY ZONING DISTRICT,
TO IROM-AA (INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, OFFICE AND MARINE DISTRICT AND
INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, OFFICE AND MARINE AIRPORT APPROACH DISTRICT)
(APPLICATION NO. RZ-081-23), A CITY OF DANIA BEACH ZONING DISTRICT,
SUBJECT TO CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Community Development)
This item was heard after item # 12. 6.
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance and swore in anyone wishing to speak on the
item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, and the following spoke:
-David Reich-4161 SW 42nd Avenue
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading. The
motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried 4-0 with Commissioner
Salvino absent for the vote.
12.4 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 28 "LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE"; AT PART 3,
"SPECIAL ZONING DISTRICTS"; SUBPART I "COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
(CRA) FORM-BASED ZONING DISTRICTS" TO PROVIDE SPECIFIC REGULATIONS
FOR THE 4,000 RAC UNITS AUTHORIZED BY BROWARD COUNTY TO BE
ALLOCATED TO THE CRA FORM BASED CODE ZONING DISTRICT THROUGH THE
CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO BE ADOPTED IN DECEMBER 2023,
TO PROVIDE FOR A SPECIFIC FORM BASED REGULATION FOR THE 4,000 NEW RAC
UNITS; AND PROVIDING FOR A VESTING OF THE 2010 RAC UNITS APPROVED
UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 2010-007 (ADOPTED ON 9/28/10) UNDER THE
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REGULATIONS OF THIS SUBPART AS THEY EXISTED IN SUPPLEMENT 154 OF THE
DANIA BEACH CODE OF ORDINANCES, DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2022, PUBLISHED
BY MUNICIPAL CODE CORPORATION; AND SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE CRA
FORM BASED CODE FOR THE 4,000 UNITS TO ELIMINATE INCENTIVES PROVIDE
FOR MANDATORY GREEN CODE REQUIREMENTS AND CLARIFICATIONS,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING REVISIONS: AMENDING 300-30, ENTITLED "HOW TO
DETERMINE THE BUILDABLE AREA OF A LOT, ALLOW ABLE DENSITY AND
BUILDING HEIGHT"; AMENDING SECTION 300-60, ENTITLED "OTHER
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS"; AMENDING SECTION 300-80, ENTITLED "INTENT";
AMENDING SECTION 301-20, ENTITLED "APPLICABILITY"; AMENDING SECTION
301-40, ENTITLED "SITE PLAN PROCEDURES"; AMENDING SECTION 301-50,
ENTITLED "VARIATIONS IN DESIGN; PROCEDURE FOR REVIEW OF DESIGN
VARIATIONS"; AMENDING ARTICLE 303, ENTITLED "DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS"; AMENDING SECTION 303-30, ENTITLED "ILLUSTRATED
DEVELOPMENT STANDARD DEFINITIONS; INTERPRETATION"; AMENDING THE
FOLLOWING SECTIONS: 303-40, ENTITLED "CITY CENTER (CC) DISTRICT";
SECTION 303-50, ENTITLED "NBHD-MU, NEIGHBORHOOD MIXED-USE DISTRICT";
SECTION 303-60, ENTITLED "ED BB-MU, EAST DANIA BEACH BOULEY ARD MIXED-
USE DISTRICT"; SECTION 303-70, ENTITLED "GTWY-MU, BEACH GATEWAY MIXED-
USE DISTRICT"; SECTION 303-80, ENTITLED "SPED-MU, SOUTH FEDERAL
HIGHWAY CORRIDOR MIXED-USE DISTRICT"; SECTION 303-90, ENTITLED "NBHD-
RES, NEIGHBORHOOD RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT"; SECTION 303-100, ENTITLED
"MARINE DISTRICT"; ARTICLE 304, ENTITLED "BUILDING HEIGHT AND
TRANSITION REGULATIONS"; AT SECTIONS 304-10, ENTITLED "GENERALLY";
SECTION 304-20, ENTITLED "RULES OF HEIGHT TRANSITION FROM RESIDENTIAL
ZONING DISTRICTS"; STRIKING SECTION 304-30, ENTITLED "RULES OF HEIGHT
TRANSITION ADJACENT TO FEC RAILROAD CORRIDOR"; RENAMING ARTICLE 305
FROM "INCENTIVES" TO "SUSTAINABLE BUILDING REQUIREMENTS"; STRIKING
SECTION 305-10 "APPLICABILITY"; STRIKING SECTION 305-20 ENTITLED
"SCHEDULE OF INCENTIVES"; STRIKING SECTION 305-30 ENTITLED "INCENTIVES
FOR PROVIDING PUBLIC OPEN SPACE"; STRIKING SECTION 305-40, ENTITLED
"INCENTIVES FOR PROVIDING ATTAINABLE HOUSING"; STRIKING SECTION 305-
50, ENTITLED "SUSTAINABLE BUILDING PRACTICES"; CREATING A NEW SECTION
305-10 ENTITLED "APPLICABILITY"; CREATING A NEW SECTION 305-20 ENTITLED
"GREEN BUILDING; GREEN BUILDING PRACTICES"; CREATING A NEW SECTION
305-30, ENTITLED "THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATION REQUIRED"; STRIKING SECTION
305-60 ENTITLED "PROVIDE PUBLIC PARKING"; STRIKING SECTION 305-70
ENTITLED "INCENTIVES FOR PUBLIC PARKS"; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION,
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS"; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community Development)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance and conunented that a new map has been
provided to the Commission on the dais and read the proposed amendment into the record as
follows:
(D) No vaiiances as to the height restrictions or density shall be authorized.
(E) Utilizing of the 4,000 RAC units from tl1e Comprehensive Plan must be in accordance with
the allocation designated by use [Single-Family or Multi-Family], unless the City Conunission,
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after notice pursuant to Section 610.20, of the Land Development Regulations, holds a public
hearing, to authorize a reallocation of the RAC units, by a 4/5 vote of the City Commission.
(F) Of the 15% RAC units approved in 2024 in the City's Comprehensive Plan, which are to be
designated for affordable housing, the entire 15% of RAC units shall be used for low or very
low-income housing purposes (80% AMI or lower).
Deputy Director of Community Development Corinne Lajoie introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, and the following spoke:
-Kimberly Ford -22 SW 5th Avenue
-Kathryn Wilkins Christopher -55 SW 14 th Street
-Jay Turner -402 Industrial Lane
Dennis Mele -200 E Broward Blvd. # 1800
Edwin J. Stacker-201 E Las Olas Blvd.
Vice Mayor Lewellen commented that the work that went into this was significant. RAC units
were running out and there have been changes on the zoning codes. She has concerns about it
changing it.
City Attorney Boutsis clarified that the City is not taking property right; this is the new code for
the new units. The City is not taking away any of the height or density that they currently have.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading with the
proposed amendments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Davis which carried S-
O on roll call vote.
12.5 ORDINANCE NO. 2024---~
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 28, "LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS", OF
THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, CREATING ARTICLE 206, "GREEN BUILDING
DESIGN STANDARDS", AND CREATING SECTIONS 206.10 THROUGH 206-90,
IMPLEMENTING THE GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Community Development)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James made a motion to continue the item to the April 9, 2024 Commission
meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Salvino which carried unanimously
on voice vote.
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING A PORTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH
FUTURE LAND USE MAP AS A SMALL-SCALE AMENDMENT; CHANGING THE
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION ON PROPERTY LOCATED BETWEEN
RAVENSWOOD ROAD AND SW 22ND A VENUE NORTH OF SW 42ND STREET, AS
LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A", WHICH CONSISTS OF APPROXIMATELY 0.51
ACRES, CHANGING THE CURRENT FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM
(BROWARD COUNTY) COMMERCE CATEGORY TO (CITY) INDUSTRIAL CATEGORY;
AND CHANGING THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM (CITY OF
HOLLYWOOD) RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE CATEGORY TO (CITY) PARKS AND
RECREATION CATEGORY ON PROPERTY AS LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "B",
WHICH CONSISTS OF APPROXIMATELY 0.204 ACRES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Community Development)
This item was heard after item #12.2.
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance and swore in anyone wishing to speak on the
item.
Deputy Director of Community Development Corinne Lajoie introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, and the following spoke:
-David Reich-4161 SW 42nd Avenue
-Leigh Kerr -808 E Las Olas
Vice Mayor Lewellen made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner James which carried 4-1 with Commissioner Davis
voting no.
12.7 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-_~
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING THE TEXT OF THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE
DANIA BEACH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO AMEND THE REGIONAL ACTIVITY
CENTER ("RAC") LAND USE CLASSIFICATION AS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A"
ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE, BY REDUCING ACREAGE FOR COMMERCIAL
AND INCREASING RESIDENTIAL USES; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE
BROW ARD COUNTY PLANNING COUNCIL AND STATE AGENCIES; PROVIDING FOR
ADOPTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3184, FLORIDA STATUTES; REQUESTING
RECERTIFICATION FROM THE BROWARD COUNTY PLANNING COUNCIL;
PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Community
Development)
This item was heard after item #12.3.
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City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance. She clarified that the revised ordinance is
on the dais for the Commission as well as a diagram and language clarification.
Deputy Director of Community Development Corinne Lajoie introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner James would like to see an additional gatekeeping measure. She would like to
amend the second part of the ordinance to read, utilization of the 4,000 rack units for the
comprehensive plan must be in accordance with the allocation designated by single family or
multifamily unless the city commission after notice pursuant to Section 610.20 of the Land
Development Regulations holds a public hearing to authorize a reallocation of the rack units by a
super majority vote of the commission, which is a 4/5 vote. She would also ask that 15% total be
low-income units at the 80% AMI level. After discussion that would be her motion and
amendment.
Commissioner Davis feels that 4,000 is too high. She would like to address how the 4,000 units
will be managed.
Discussion ensued regarding the 4,000 units and how they will be managed.
City Attorney Boutsis suggested that Commissioner James' amendments go on the next
ordinance, item 12.4 for the Land Development Code, Section 300-30 and not this one so it does
not have to go back to the State for review.
Vice Mayor Lewellen made a motion to approve the ordinance as is on second reading. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Salvino which carried 3-2 with Commissioner
Salvino, Vice Mayor Lewellen and Mayor Ryan voting yes and Commissioner Davis and
Commissioner James voting no.
12.8 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-__
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 12, ENTITLED, "FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION"
OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES IN ORDER TO AMEND THE ELEVATION
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL NEW AND SUBSTANTIALLY IMPROVED RESIDENTIAL
AND NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, MANUFACTURED HOMES AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES; AND ADOPTING TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DA TE. (Community Development)
City Attorney Boutsis read the title of the ordinance.
Director of Community Development Eleanor Norena introduced the item.
Mayor Ryan opened the floor to public comments, there being none, public hearing was closed.
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Commissioner James made a motion to approve the ordinance on second reading. The
motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Lewellen which carried unanimously on voice vote.
13. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
13.1 C. W. Thomas Gymnasium Dedication-Sponsored by Commissioner Salvino
Commissioner Salvino introduced the item.
Commissioner Davis expressed her concerns on dedicating things to people who are still living.
Commissioner James thanked Commissioner Salvino and those involved for the proposed
recognition.
There was consensus to move forward.
13.2 RESOLUTION NO. 2024----
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING
PARTICIPATION IN LITIGATION SEEKING A DECLARATION THAT THE PROVISIONS
OF SECTION 112.144(l)(d), FLORIDA STATUTES, THAT REQUIRE MUNICIPAL
ELECTED OFFICIALS TO FILE FORM 6 FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE FORMS IS
UNCONSTITUTIONAL AND INVALID PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER,
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Commissioner James)
City Attorney Boutsis provided some information on the item and answered questions from the
Commission.
Commissioner James made a motion to approve the resolution. Vice Mayor Lewellen
seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
14. APPOINTMENTS
None.
15. COMMISSION COMMENTS
15 .1 Commissioner Davis
Commissioner Davis thanked the Commission for working together and commented that she just
returned from a conference in Washinton D.C. for the National League of Cities. She attended a
lot of great sessions and will be reaching out to Captain Tarala about some new technology that
she would like to bring back to the city. She wished a happy Women's History Month to all.
15.2 Commissioner James
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Commissioner James commented that she enjoyed her time at the Seafood and Wine Festival,
and she sees it growing, the city wi ll need to ensure we have an adequate amount of space as it
expands. She requested pe1mission for a proclamation for the Collins 65 th Anniversary
Celebration. Consensus was received. She noted there will be two community meetings with the
School Board of Broward County and she would like to give the community an opportunity to
have a town hall.
15.3 Commissioner Salvino
Commissioner Salvino spoke about the amendment brought forward tonight and noted he feels a
sense of accomplishment. He commended Parks & Recreation and Administration on the
Seafood and Wine Festival and noted that people outside the community are speaking about the
city's events.
15.4 Vice-Mayor Lewellen
Vice Mayor Lewellen congratulated city staff for the work that was put in for the Ordinance to
get passed tonight. She commented on the Seafood and Wine Festival and said everyone was
really happy with the event.
15 .5 Mayor Ryan
Mayor Ryan spoke about being a member of the Solid Waste Executive Committee and the
hiring of a new executive director, who he plans to introduce at a future meeting to give the city
an update on Solid Waste throughout the County . He met with Oasis Marine, the City's new
paitnership handling North Beach Park Marina. It was a productive meeting, and he is looking
forward to them improving the marina. He spoke about Tyley Huntley Day and thanked him for
giving back to the community. He wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day.
16 . ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ryan adjourned the meeting at 9:57 p.m.
Approved: April 9, 2024
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