CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE



CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALECOMMISSION MEETINGTUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2019MINUTESThe North Lauderdale City Commission met at the Municipal Complex on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. The meeting commenced at 6:00 pm.INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Commissioner Mario Bustamante gave the invocation and led the pledge.ROLL CALL – Clerk called roll. All present. Attorney Goren stated there is a physical quorum presence so the meeting can be conducted under State Law. Vice Mayor Wood presided as Chair.Mayor Ana Ziade – By teleconferenceVice Mayor Lorenzo Wood Commissioner Rich Moyle - By teleconferenceCommissioner Samson Borgelin Commissioner Mario BustamanteCity Manager Ambreen BhattyCity Attorney Samuel S. GorenCity Clerk Patricia VancheriAPPROVAL OF MINUTESOctober 29, 2019 – Commissioner Borgelin moved to approve the Minutes as submitted. Seconded by Mayor Ziade. Minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote. PRESENTATIONS - NonePUBLIC DISCUSSIONJack Brady – Stardust - Former Mayor Brady spoke on Item 11(a) Commission Comments coming up later on the agenda. He opposed using resident’s money to fund a special interest group item.ORDINANCES SECOND READINGOrdinance - Second Reading and Adoption - Amendment to Chapter 78-General Provisions/Administration, Article V - Community Sustainability Board, Sections 78-102, 78-103,78-106 and 78-108; and Creation of Sec. 78-114Mayor Ziade moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78 - GENERAL PROVISIONS/ ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE V - COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY BOARD, SECTIONS 78-102, 78-103, 78-106 AND 78-108; AND CREATING SEC. 78-114 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Tammy Reed-Holguin, Community Development Director, presented the item based on backup memorandum. She indicated that this amendment will allow for the addition of two appointments to the Community Sustainability Board and the ordinance was passed unanimously on first reading on November 12, 2019. Should the Commission approve the ordinance on second reading, there are two applicants to be considered for appointment to the Board that will be presented later on in this agenda. Ms. Reed-Holguin stated that the reason this Board is being amended is to add two more members who have experience in the art community to be considered as a part of this Board in order to integrate the City’s new public art program. Public hearing was opened; no one spoke. Mayor Ziade moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. No Commission discussion. Clerk called roll; All YES.ORDINANCE NO. 19-12-1396 PASSED AND ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLYCONSENT AGENDANo items were pulled from consent. Commissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Attorney read:RESOLUTION – Appointing Alfredo Marriaga to Community Sustainability BoardA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF ALFREDO MARRIAGA (SPONSORED BY VICE MAYOR LORENZO WOOD) TO SERVE ON THE COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY BOARD; PROVIDING FOR TERM OF OFFICE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6701RESOLUTION – Appointing Robert Gonzalez to Community Sustainability BoardA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF ROBERT GONZALEZ (SPONSORED BY COMMISSIONER MARIO BUSTAMANTE) TO SERVE ON THE COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY BOARD; PROVIDING FOR TERM OF OFFICE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6702RESOLUTION – Appointing Patricia Amiel-Young to Code Enforcement BoardA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, APPOINTING PATRICIA AMIEL-YOUNG AS A REGULAR MEMBER OF THE NORTH LAUDERDALE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD (SPONSORED BY VICE MAYOR LORENZO WOOD); PROVIDING FOR TERM OF OFFICE; AND, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6703SUBJECT – Polish American Club Request to Extend Hours of Operation for New Year’s Eve PartyMOTION: To approve the Polish American Club’s New Year’s Eve Party and to permit to remain open until 4:00 AM to serve breakfast with no alcoholic beverages served after 2:00 A.M.RESOLUTION - Additional Scope of Work for Rescue 44 Rebuild ProjectA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN ACCEPTABLE REVISED AGREEMENT WITH HALLMARK (REV) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,771.25 FOR THE ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK FOR THE RESCUE TRUCK 44 BRINGING THE TOTAL PROJECT COST TO $257,868.80; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6704Commissioner Moyle moved to adopt the consent agenda as read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Motion passed unanimously by voice vote.OTHER BUSINESSORDINANCE – First Reading - 2020 Budget Amendment for 2020 CensusCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 19-09-1394 BY WHICH THE CITY COMMISSION DID ADOPT THE BUDGET OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE FOR THE 2019/20 FISCAL YEAR, TO REVISE THE BUDGET AS DOCUMENTED IN “EXHIBIT A” ATTACHED BY $15,000 FOR MARKETING COSTS RELATED TO THE 2020 CENSUS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, AND, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Susan Nabors, Finance Director, presented the item based on backup memorandum. She stated that this is related to the 2020 Census for costs related to the City’s efforts to educate and market information regarding the 2020 Census. The US Census Bureau recommends a working budget of $.50 per resident, which would equate to about $25,000 for the City, but Staff feels they can accomplish the task for $15,000 and is working closely with the Complete Count Committee to implement a marketing plan and identify tools to educate the public. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Mayor Ziade. Commissioner Borgelin asked if it could be determined how many non-English speaking residents there are and how much of the money would be spent in reaching that population. Ms. Reed-Holguin, Community Development Director, replied that the funds for any of the marketing materials are intended to be used for publishing in predominate languages, English, Spanish, and Creole. The Census Bureau publishes in many other languages and those documents can be made available. Commissioner Borgelin asked if there were any statistics on the number of non-English speakers. Ms. Reed-Holguin replied that the information would be obtained only from the 2020 Census; it would be different now, and she is not sure they break the stats down as to where the languages are spoken, but they can make an effort to find out. City Manager Bhatty interjected that Complete Count Committees have been established also which are made up of diverse ethnic groups. We have Town Hall meetings scheduled and churches are becoming involved as well to reach out to the non-English speaking population in the City. Ms. Reed-Holguin stated when they find out where the non-English speakers congregate, they can call on the Census Bureau to provide speakers of those languages to that group. Mayor Ziade asked why this was not added to the budget; Ms. Nabors replied that at the time the budget was developed in early spring of last year, it was unknown that the City would need to go through the expense of these advertising efforts, and we are just realizing what costs will be incurred to reach the people. No further discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES.ORDINANCE PASSED UNANIMOUSLY ON FIRST READING Second reading will be on January 14, 2020.RESOLUTION – Structural Firefighting Protective Gear PurchaseCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN EXPENDITURE OF $43,220 FOR THE PURCHASE OF (20) SETS OF STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTING GEAR FOR THE FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT FROM HYDRO-STAT, INC; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Fire Chief Turpel presented the item based on backup memorandum. He stated that this CIP item is to purchase bunker gear for fire fighter protection, health and safety. Firefighting gear carries many contaminates and needs to be cleaned off. The bunker gear will be professionally cleaned by an OSHA/NFPA approved service that will also look for degradation of the gear and will have it returned within 48 hours. The current gear will be stored as reserve. Three quotes were obtained in accordance with City policy and HYDRO-STAT, Inc. the vendor recommended by staff. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Commissioner Bustamante asked about hard hats. Chief Turpel replied that all gear, including helmets, gloves and boots, is only good for ten years and is replaced as required. No further discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6705 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYRESOLUTION - Microsoft Enterprise Software Product License RenewalCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE LICENSES FROM SOFTWARE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL AS LISTED IN THE SECTIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $42,874.97 AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Mitch Williams, Chief Information Technology Officer, presented the item based on backup memorandum. He indicated that the current Microsoft agreement which is up for renewal was entered into in 2016 for a three year period through December of 2019. Staff consulted with Microsoft and Software House International and determined that the Microsoft product listed for this fiscal year as outlined in the resolution is recommended for consideration and approval to authorize the renewal of a three year Enterprise Agreement through December of 2021. The December 2019 payment is budgeted in the Information Technology budget and will not exceed $42,874.97. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Mayor Ziade had a questioned why there were two different vendors in Item 8(c) and 8(d) regarding getting a better rate if we used the vendor in item 8(d). Mr. Williams replied that we get a better rate will always exist with the vendor that has the contract already. He also stated that SHI is a contract that was already bid out through the State. No further discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6706 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYRESOLUTION – Storage Hardware Maintenance and Controller Refresh ContractCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF HARDWARE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT CONTRACT WITH CONTROLLER REFRESH FOR TWO STORAGE NETWORK DEVICES FROM CHAMPION SOLUTIONS GROUP; PROVIDING FOR THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $91,484.80 AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Mitch Williams, Chief Information Technology Officer, presented the item based on backup memorandum. He stated that in December of 2019, the Commission approved a contract for the purchase of two storage network devices with three year hardware maintenance, which is due to expired on December 26, 2019. Staff requested quotes from three vendors for future maintenance of this equipment. Champion Solutions Group provided the lowest quote through the Florida Department of Management Services for a three year renewal and controller refresh contract. Staff recommends Commission’s consideration and approval of the renewal for a period through December 2022, not to exceed $91,484.80. Funds are budgeted in FY 2020 Information Technology fund. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Commissioner Borgelin asked for clarification of the cost per year and what it is for. Mr. Williams replied that it is approximately $30,000 per year for maintenance and support in the event a server goes down the company will be able to address it within four hours. No further discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6707 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYRESOLUTION – Canal Bank Rehabilitation ProjectCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNEE TO APPROVE A CHANGE ORDER INCREASING THE CURRENT CONTRACT BY A NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $19,379 TO TOTAL MUNICIPAL SOLUTIONS INC FOR SERVICE PROVIDED TO THE CITY FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE CANAL BANK REHABILITATION PROJECT ALONG SW 79 AVENUE; PROVIDING FOR FUNDING; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Sam May, Public Works Director, presented the item based on backup memorandum. He indicated that this item is a result of critical canal bank erosion along SW 79 Avenue. A study was conducted in 2017 to analyze the situation and the report indicated there was a canal undercutting 8 feet below the surface and extending about 5 feet into the bank creating a cave-like condition and the limestone was cracked and the bank was failing. A contract was awarded in April of 2018 to Total Municipal Solutions for civil engineering services in the amount of $52,725. Due to the departure of the Assistant Public Works Director who was also the City Engineer/Project Manager the City was in need of additional hours of construction engineering inspection services and construction management. Due to the urgency to meet the project deadline, TMS provided additional services that were not a part of the negotiated scope of work because that work was originally planned to be performed in house. Therefore Staff seeks approval of a change order in the amount of $19,379 which is needed for the additional hours of service. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Mayor Ziade questioned the dates on the invoice. City Manager Bhatty indicated that the services were previously incurred and the invoices were provided at a later time. She said although the change order is under the threshold for City Manager approval, the total contract amount is above that. Ms. Bhatty stated this just came to her attention as it was an expenditure approved by the previous Public Works Director. Commissioner Borgelin asked why this was not part of the negotiated work and what changed. Ms. Bhatty said when the original scope of work was negotiated, it was determined that some of the inspections could be done in-house as the Asst. Public Works Director was an Engineer as well. Upon her departure, the more complex inspections had to be done by a hired consultant as the project could not be delayed. No further discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES. RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6708 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYRESOLUTION – East Kimberly Boulevard Roadway ProjectCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Mayor Ziade.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNEE TO APPROVE A CHANGE ORDER INCREASING THE CURRENT CONTRACT BY A NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $24,750.00 TO CRAVEN THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES FOR ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE EAST KIMBERLY BOULEVARD ROADWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR FUNDING; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Sam May, Public Works Director, presented the item based on backup memorandum. He stated that this item is part of the City’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program. Improvements were completed on the west portion of Kimberly Blvd. Now the City is ready to enter into the second phase of the two year program consisting of lining the sewer lines under the roadway, milling and resurfacing of the east portion of Kimberly Blvd from State Road 7 to SW 71 Avenue to continue infrastructure improvements and beautification enhancements. Craven Thompson & Associates was hired to develop the design-build plans for this project at a cost of $98,860. With approval of the Broward County Transportation Surtax, Staff and the Kimberly Boulevard Planning Committee, consisting of area residents, reconvened to include some additional improvements relating to traffic/transportation that could make the project eligible for transportation surtax funds. Staff submitted plans to the MPO that includes additional safety features and traffic calming devices that strengthened the application for funding. The County is looking at shovel-ready projects and this project now falls under this category. The MPO is scheduling field visits for these types of projects and Kimberly Blvd. is on the list; MPO expects to deliver a list of projects to the County by March of 2020. If funding is not approved, the City funds are already budgeted in the FY 2020 budget for this project. Administration seeks Commission approval to authorize the change order to Craven Thompson & Associates. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Commissioner Borgelin asked for clarification of the term “shovel-ready projects”. Mr. May replied that they are basically projects that have plans that are ready to go out for requests for proposals to start construction. Vice Mayor Wood asked if there was a definitive date they will decide on funding. Mr. May replied by March 1st but if the funding does not get approved, the City is still moving forward with it and will have an RFP out on the street before then. Mayor Ziade interjected that the MPO has a formula for rating the projects. Commissioner Bustamante asked for clarification if the proposal was still good from June and who would take leadership on the project. The proposal is good, with the additional improvements, and Sam May will take over project as Public Works Director. No further discussion, Clerk called roll. All YES.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6709 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYRESOLUTION – Broward County Tree Preservation Trust Fund Agreement Commissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO THE TREE PRESERVATION TRUST FUND AGREEMENT IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FUNDS UP TO $112,721.00 FOR PLANTING OF TREES AND ASSOCIATED COSTS WITHIN THE MEDIANS ALONG MCNAB ROAD AND SW 81ST AVENUE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Sam May, Public Works Director, presented the item based on backup memorandum. He indicated that there were many uprooted trees and some areas where the trees experienced structural failure was on McNab Road and SW 81st Avenue. To replace displaced trees, the City determined the most prudent way would be to obtain funding through Broward County’s Tree Preservation Trust Fund Program. The City hired Calvin Giordano & Associates to provide professional landscaping architectural services to help determine the right types of trees that would qualify under the program, so that a plan could be completed and submitted to the County to request funding. After a review of the submitted plans, the County approved the funding not to exceed $112,721 to plant 160 canopy trees within McNab Road medians and 19 trees within SW 81 Avenue. Administration is requesting Commission’s approval authorizing an agreement with Broward County Tree Preservation Trust Fund to receive this funding. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Mayor Ziade commented with regard to the types of trees listed due to dropping of pods and possible root damage. Mr. May replied that the list was recommended by the landscape architect, but the City can ask the County about making substitutions for the types of canopy trees. City Manager Bhatty further explained the process for determining the type and placement of trees; she stated they recommend approval of the agreement to receive funding and will look further into the tree types. Commissioner Borgelin asked if Royal Palms could be planted. Mr. May replied that they may not be Florida native trees and it does not provide a canopy. City Manager Bhatty reiterated that we have to stay within the approved guidelines for this trust fund. Commissioner Borgelin commented he would like to advocate for trees in other areas. Vice Mayor Wood echoed that the medians are wide on McNab and confirmed that the City is responsible for maintaining the medians and that some of the tree roots can become evasive. No further discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6710 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYRESOLUTION – Parks and Recreation Programs Fee IncreasesCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE AUTHORIZING THE INCREASE OF FEES WITHIN THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT’S FEE STRUCTURE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Mike Sargis, Parks and Recreation Director, presented the item based on backup memorandum. He indicated that the Parks and Recreation Department takes pride in its programs, which are self-supportive, are well received by the residents and participants, and the fees are the most reasonable in the County. The general fund does not support these programs. Revenue from the programs cover all seasonal staff; fuel; admission to field trip attractions; and all other related costs. Department policy is that each program has a 20% reserve to help offset other costs. The City has maintained the costs and not increased the fees for many years. However, costs to provide these services and programs have gone up over the years and staff has determined that the need exists to make a modest increase the fees as outlined in staff memorandum so that these programs remain self-supporting. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Mayor Ziade. No Commission discussion; Clerk called roll. Commissioner Borgelin asked if this affects other programs. Mr. Sargis replied that at this time no youth athletic programs, one day camp or after-school program fees or swim lessons will be raised. No further discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6711 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYRESOLUTION – Medicaid Managed Care Organization (MCO) Supplemental Payment ProgramCommissioner Borgelin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante.Attorney read:A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PUBLIC EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION LETTER OF AGREEMENT (LOA) WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION AND REMIT PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $56,903.85; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Fire Chief Rodney Turpel presented the item based on backup memorandum. He thanked Finance Director Susan Nabors and Battalion Chief Jon Sucher and the billing agent for assisting with this program. Chief Turpel said this program helps the City to get money back from Medicare and Medicaid patients that are transported to hospitals. Because those programs don’t pay 100% of what is billed for a transport. The City can get extra money back from the State and the Federal government to fill the gap between amounts billed and the fixed costs that get paid. The City has been a participant in the Public Emergency Medical Transportation (PEMT) program for two years, and the MCO program is a supplemental program to assist in receiving funds from Medicaid for transports. All City and County Fire Departments participate in these programs to get money back for transports. Susan Nabors, Finance Director, explained how this new MCO program will add to the money the City gets from the PEMT program. The City has to remit $56,903.85, which in essence is a match on funds. In turn, once all participating agencies have put their respective shares into the MCO program, the Health Care Administration (HCA) will return the initial investment amount, plus an additional $90,000. Participation in this program requires the City to execute a Letter of Agreement by December 31, 2019. Once participants have entered into their agreement, the money should take place in the spring. Ms. Nabors said this is good for the Fire Department to the money back into the Fire/Rescue Fund to fill the gap between the services provided and the money received from Medicaid. Commissioner Borgelin moved to adopt. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. No Commission discussion; Clerk called roll. All YES.RESOLUTION NO. 19-12-6712 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLYAt this point, Vice Mayor Wood introduced Alfredo Marriaga and Patricia Amiel-Young who were in the audience and were appointed earlier to the Community Sustainability Board and Code Enforcement Board respectively. He thanked them for willingness to volunteer on these important City Boards. He also recognized and thanked Joyce Clyde who just resigned after for serving 15 years on the Code Enforcement Board.REPORTSHoliday Parade Update – Saturday, December 14 Mike Sargis reported that the Holiday Parade will begin at 4:15 pm this coming Saturday and briefed the Commission on the road closings, staging, meeting place and time, and parade participants. He reported that Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony will be the Grand Marshall. Tree lighting is expected to begin at 7:15 pm on the front lawn of City Hall.CITY MANAGER COMMENTSUpcoming EventsWednesday, December 11 – 5:30 pm – Census 2020 Complete Count Committee Town Hall Meeting Ms. Bhatty encouraged everyone to attend and bring as many residents as possible to bring awareness of the importance of the Census. Ms. Bhatty also reminded the Commission of the Employee Holiday Luncheon on Friday, December MISSION COMMENTSWALK-ON ITEM: Discussion and possible Motion for Commission attendance at the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Areawide Council on Aging’s 40th Annual Board of Director’s Advisory Council Installation Dinner on Thursday, January 16, 2020 for $100 per person or table of ten, as well as purchasing an advertisement in their program. Commissioner Borgelin moved to add the item to the Agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. All in favor. Commissioner Borgelin moved to pay for individual attendance and to purchase a quarter page ad in the program. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Moyle – No commentsMayor Ziade Reported that she attended the Junior Achievement program events at North Lauderdale Schools and commented that the Middle School curriculum is especially exciting to the students and the events were well attended. She spoke highly of the mented that she wished to send thank you letters to the legislators in Tallahassee for taking time to meet with them. Commissioner Moyle made a motion to approve the letters written and sent by the Mayor. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. All in favor by voice missioner Bustamante – No commentsCommissioner Borgelin Thanked Public Works for the project at Mr. Bills on 81st to divert drivers from making a left; said it’s not perfect but a good start and would like it to curve widened more into 81st. City Manager said they are looking into other options; it is a work in mented that the residents appreciate the work being done at Jaycee Park and that the signs help them know what is going on there. Asked when the equipment will be able to be used. Mr. Sargis said hopefully before Christmas the borders and mulch will be put in. Bathrooms should be opened by end of December.National Haitian American Elected Officials Network (NHAEON) Annual National Retreat Invitation – January 9-12, 2020 – West Palm Beach Commissioner Samson Borgelin reported he is a part of this organization and stated all elected officials are invited. Commissioner Borgelin made a motion to authorize the expenditure for his attendance at this event. Motion died for lack of second.Invitation to join Sister Cities International Commissioner Samson Borgelin sought Commission consideration and approval of a membership with Sister Cities International. City Manager Bhatty gave some back history on the City’s past Sister City involvement with Yatagan, Turkey but it is not an active relationship now. Commissioner Moyle also expounded on that history, but stated he did not think that this would be beneficial to our City to have a relationship with an international city; although it may be nice, it is not practical for our small city. Mayor Ziade also commented that at this point she does not see any added value. Commissioner Borgelin spoke about our City’s diversity and commented that this is to foster bonds for people around the world. Vice Mayor Wood suggested a workshop be held to learn more about it and discuss how the program may be beneficial. Commissioner Borgelin moved to approve scheduling a workshop as soon as practicable. Seconded by Vice Mayor Wood. All in favor by voice vote.Vice Mayor Lorenzo WoodThanked BSO for placing the speed signs on the Blvd. of Champions and around the CityThanked Public Works Dept. for decorating the monument towers on the Boulevard of Champions and asked if the towers can be lit in the center towerCommented about our Community Sustainability Board and getting art in our public spaces Commented on the art on display in Chambers that the students did at the Biz Art in the ParkReminded Commission about Chamber Holiday event and the Broward League of Cities Holiday event on ThursdayCITY ATTORNEY COMMENTSAttorney Goren gave his regrets that he will be unable to attend the Employee Holiday Luncheon this Friday, as his firm is having their event the same day. Also will not be present at the BLC event due to other circumstances.ADJOURNMENT – There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 8:29 pm.Respectfully submitted,Patricia Vancheri, City Clerk ................
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