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CITY OF DANIA BEACH
MARINE ADVISORY BOARD – APPROVED MINUTES 09/18/24
DANIA BEACH MARINA LOUNGE
151 N. BEACH RD., DANIA BEACH, FL 33004
MAY 15, 2024 – 6:30 P.M.
Board Members:
Clive Taylor (Board Chair) – Present
Stacy Brown - Present
Neil Kutchera - Absent
Gregory Ralston – Present
Antony Thackham – Present
Timothy Gaither (Parks & Recreation, Ocean Rescue Lifeguard) – Present
Marine Manager of Dania Beach Marina (Guest) – Present
I. Roll Call was taken & the meeting was called to Order at 6:25 p.m.
- Board Chair Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:25 p.m. Roll call was taken, and
a quorum was established.
II. Minutes: Approval of Minutes (March 20, 2024) – Motion to Approve Stacy Brown, 2nd
Approval Antony Thackham.
III. Reports and Discussions – None
IV. B.S.O. Reports – None
- Board Chair Taylor notes the absence of BSO reports and mentions the lack of a
deputy present to discuss derelict issued.
V. Old Business
- Board Chair Taylor discusses a presentation from 2018. He suggests rezoning the
area from Sea Haven Mega Yacht Marina to marine businesses only. He recalls his
involvement in the Broward board and the issues with the river flow on the bridge at
US 1.
- The Board decides to follow the Broward board’s summer recess, with the next
meeting scheduled for September.
VI. New Business
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Derelict Issues and Signage Discussion
- Board Chair Taylor brings up the issue of derelict boats along the Dania Beach canal
(US 1).
- Board Co-Chair Thackham confirms that the boat in question is no longer present.
- Board Member Ralston suggests replacing the sign for the Dania Cut canal, which is
now faded and covered by mangroves.
- Board Chair Taylor discusses the county's offer to move the sign into the intercoastal
waterway, which would benefit all users.
Signage and Canal Maintenance
- Board Chair Taylor and Board Co-Chair Thackham discuss the need for better
signage around the canal, including marking marinas, restaurants, and the kayak
route.
- The county's involvement in moving the sign is highlighted, with Colin Donnelly
working on the issue.
- The conversation touches on the historical significance of the canal and the need for
clear signage to prevent accidents.
- The group agrees to follow up on the status of the sign by the next meeting in
September.
Summer Shifts and Incident Reporting
- Board Member Brown informs the group about extended shifts for lifeguards during
the summer, working from Friday to Sunday until 6 PM.
- Board Chair Taylor and Board Member Brown discuss a recent drowning incident
involving a father and child during a baptism event.
- The role of Hollywood lifeguards and their training as first responders is highlighted.
- The group discusses the importance of having trained lifeguards and the challenges of
extended shifts.
Planting and Watering Plans
- Board Member Brown mentions the delay in ordering plants for the project, with
delivery expected in August.
- Board Chair Taylor offers to provide hard copies of the planting plan and additional
information about the farm with seals.
- The group discusses potential alternative planting locations and the need for timely
planting to ensure the project’s success.
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- Chief Ocean Rescue Lifeguard Huck suggests trying to grow plants from cuttings if
plant supplies are limited.
VII. Discussion/Action
- Follow-up on status of replacing/relocating the signage for the Dania cutoff canal
entrance.
- Provide board members with information learned about plant nursery and manatee
sanctuary.
- Investigate possibility of planting extra plants on personal land if supply is limited.
VIII. Board Chair Taylor made a MOTION TO ADJOURN meeting, Motion to Adjourn
Antony Thackham 2nd Approval Clive Taylor at 6:17 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alberlean S.L. Pollard “Abbey”
Parks & Recreation, Administrative Coordinator II and Board Liaison