HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-06-08 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesREGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2022
7PM
COMMISSION CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Michelle J. Gomez called the Wednesday, June 8, 2022, City Commission meeting, being
held in Commission Chambers, to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present were Mayor Michelle J. Gomez, Vice Mayor Mike Gelin, Commissioner Marlon B.
Bolton, Commissioner Debra Placko, and Commissioner Elvin Villalobos.
Also present were City Manager Kathleen Gunn, Interim Assistant City Manager Levent
Sucuoglu, City Attorney John Herin, and Acting City Clerk Kimberly Dillon.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Placko led the Pledge of Allegiance and moment of silence.
1. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney John Herin briefly discussed the restrictions and processes in City Code
surrounding application for modification to a special exception.
2. CITY MANAGER REPORT
2.a. Proclamation — Pride Month
Requested by Tamarac Fire Department
2.b. Proclamation — Annual EMS Awards Week
Requested by Tamarac Fire Chief Michael Annese
City Manager Kathleen Gunn provided a presentation, which is on file in the City Clerk's
Office.
3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
City Attorney John Herin provided rules and procedures for providing public comment.
Mayor Gomez opened the floor to comments from the public.
1) Patrick and Maggie (no last name given), Casa de Amore, requested an exception to be
open two (2) hours later to accommodate a Kodak Black event at their facility. They
discussed the circumstances of their request and the history of their business.
Vice Mayor Gelin asked City Attorney Herin whether the Commission could suspend
the rules and grant Casa de Amore a special exception. City Attorney Herin stated that
would not be allowed, and explained the requirements as discussed during his report.
He noted the location was already the subject of a special exception and noted that
public hearings would be required. Maxine Calloway, Director of Community
Development, provided additional detail.
2) Jocelyn Jackson, Dania Beach, commented on order within the City Commission
meetings. She stated situations had come up previously where the Commission had
made special exceptions and asserted an exception should be made as the County
Commission had awarded Dieuson Octave his day. She asked that the floor be opened
to a vote on the special exception.
Mayor Gomez thanked Ms. Jackson and pointed out the Commission had just been
advised they were legally unable to make the special exception within the needed time.
3) Tangie Jackson, Fort Lauderdale, stated she was also present to support the special
exception for the Kodak Black event. She asserted that the owners of the venue should
have been told the process when making their initial application.
4) Robert Alfonso, 10214 NW 80th Court, Tamarac, spoke regarding item 6.a. He stated it
was time to stop the lump sum travel expenses. Mr. Alfonso commented on item 4.b.,
stating the item should be revised to be reauthorized every six (6) months.
5) Dr. Kate Johnson, 4907 NW 48th Avenue, Tamarac, addressed the demeanor between
commissioners and urged cooperation between members of the dais. She discussed an
email written by a City Commissioner.
6) Jeffrey Shapiro, 6104 Orchard Tree Lane, Tamarac, stated he was dismayed to receive
notice via mail about redistricting the community. He asserted it divided Tamarac and
would affect allocations for improvements, schools, and taxes. Continuing, he
discussed a traffic accident on Woodlands Boulevard and requested a camera be
installed at the intersection.
7) Ron Wasserman, 8577 J Drive, Tamarac, offered compliments to Commissioner
Placko for coming out to Shangri-La to fight for drainage. He discussed cancer and
encouraged everyone to get tested for colon and breast cancer. He shared regarding a
recent trip to San Diego and the patriotism he saw there and discussed the mission
against veteran suicide.
Additional public comment was received via email and is on file in the City Clerk's
Office.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
Vice Mayor Gelin asked that all items be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion.
4.a. TR13799 - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
accepting the 2021-2022 Fiscal Year Home Investment Partnership ("HOME")
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funds in the amount of $114,584 for a term retroactively commencing October 1,
2021 with an end date of March 31, 2023; authorizing the appropriate City
Officials to execute an interlocal agreement between Broward County and the
City of Tamarac for the designation of subrecipient and providing for
disbursement of home program funds for the Owner -Occupied Minor Home
Repair Program, Fiscal Year 2021-2022, attached hereto as Exhibit A, and
incorporated herein; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and
providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Mayor Gomez; seconded by Vice Mayor Gelin to approve the
Resolution.
Vice Mayor Gelin reviewed the staff memo regarding Federal funding to assist
income qualified residents to improve their homes. He asked for clarification as to
the income requirements, how residents would be informed of the program, the
fiscal impact to the taxpayers, and the number of homes to be served. Maxine
Calloway, Director of Community Development, explained.
Motion Approved: 5-0.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
4.b. TR13788 - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
approving an Enterprise Services Agreement with Comcast for provision of
Dark Fiber Services, paid monthly at a rate of $3,360 per month, having a
projected total cost not to exceed $45,000 inclusive of applicable taxes, fees and
government surcharges; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute
associated contract documents; authorizing budget amendments for proper
accounting purposes; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and
providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Mayor Gomez; seconded by Vice Mayor Gelin to approve the
Resolution.
Vice Mayor Gelin noted the public comment from Mr. Alfonso and asked staff to
provide explanation. James Twigger, Interim Director of Information Technology,
provided additional background on the negotiation of the agreement and the City's
long-term goals related to fiber network connections. He noted the agreement was
month to month.
Commissioner Placko inquired as to whether the City had considered coordinating
with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to incorporate undergrounding
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into their projects. City Manager Gunn explained conversations with FDOT and
funding restrictions.
Motion Approved: 5-0.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
4.c. TR13777 - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
ratifying the agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, Local
3080; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute an agreement with
the International Association of Firefighters, Local 3080 for the period from
October 1, 2021, through September 30, 2024; providing for conflicts; providing
for severability; and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Mayor Gomez; seconded by Vice Mayor Gelin to approve the
Resolution.
Vice Mayor Gelin asked for a review of the changes to the agreement and the fiscal
impact of the agreement as negotiated. Lerenzo Calhoun, Human Resources
Director, provided explanation of changes and impacts.
Mayor Gomez thanked the team for the time, energy, and diligence to come to an
agreement with Tamarac Fire Rescue. City Manager Gunn added additional closing
comments and stated the agreement negotiated was equitable and fair.
Motion Approved: 5-0.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
5. REGULAR AGENDA
5.a. TR13786 - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
authorizing the expenditure of funds not to exceed $720,000 from the Colony
West Golf Course net cash flow to renovate the championship course tee boxes
and bunkers per the agreement between the City and Indigo Golf Partners;
providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Mayor Gomez; seconded by Commissioner Bolton to approve the
Resolution.
Mayor Gomez opened the item to public comment.
Ron Wasserman, 8577 J Drive, Tamarac, asked whether the City really needed the
expenditure and argued there had been multiple increases to the golf course budget.
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Robert Alfonso, 10214 NW 80t' Court, Tamarac, spoke in opposition to the
Resolution and stated the City was wasting money on the golf course.
Mayor Gomez closed the item to public comment.
Greg Warner, Parks and Recreation Director, provided a presentation, which is on
file in the City Clerk's Office.
Vice Mayor Gelin asked questions regarding efforts to preserve green space within
the City, other cities which own golf courses, and comparison of rounds played and
revenues between Tamarac and those cities. City Manager Gunn and Parks and
Recreation Director Warner responded.
Vice Mayor Gelin asked why the women's boxes had not been previously designed.
Bill Weller, General Manager of Colony West, explained the course was built in
1971 when women were not allowed to play most courses. Discussion ensued
regarding the golf course budget and costs associated with construction of the
clubhouse and cart barn.
Vice Mayor Gelin asserted the owner of Woodmont Country Club was unhappy
that his tax dollars were being used to fund his competition. Parks and Recreation
Director Warner and Christine Cajuste, Director of Financial Services, noted the
maintenance project was being funded with golf revenue, so would not represent
additional tax dollars. Discussion continued regarding the benefits of the facility to
residents.
Vice Mayor Gelin left the dais at 8:39 p.m.
Vice Mayor Gelin returned to the dais at 8:43 p.m.
Discussion continued regarding the City audit, bidding on the project, the source of
funds for the maintenance of the golf course, the agenda review process, and the
Colony West course experience as well as the comparison with other city courses.
Commissioner Bolton left the dais at 8: 51 p.m.
Commissioner Bolton returned to the dais at 8:53 p.m.
Mayor Gomez provided a brief history of the City's ownership of the golf course
as an investment into the City. She stated ongoing maintenance and improvements
are needed and discussed opportunities available for growth and realization of the
investment.
Motion Approved: 4-1.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Commissioner Bolton, Commissioner Placko, and
Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: Vice Mayor Gelin
Mayor Gomez called for a recess at 9: 00 p. m.
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Mayor Gomez called the meeting to order at 9:15 p. m.
5.b. TR13796 - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
ratifying expenditures to date for FY22 made to Amazon.com and authorizing
annual fiscal year expenditures of up to $150,000 through the OMNIA Partners
national consortium agreement awarded by the state of Utah as contract
#MA3457 effective upon passage of this resolution through May 5, 2025;
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective
date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Mayor Gomez; seconded by Commissioner Villalobos to approve the
Resolution.
Mayor Gomez opened the item to public comment, however seeing none, closed
the item to public comment.
Vice Mayor Gelin asked questions regarding safety measures, the dollar value of
the contract, items purchased from Amazon, and staff purchasing decisions. Keith
Glatz, Purchasing and Contracts Manager and Director of Community
Development Calloway provided explanation.
Commissioner Bolton asked the breakdown of prior purchases and stated he needed
further detail to ratify. Purchasing and Contracts Manager Glatz responded with
examples of purchases and stated a more thorough report could be provided.
City Manager Gunn stated she understood the questions and noted the item could
be withdrawn to allow staff to provide additional information regarding the
spending. She noted if the item was not put forward, the City would have to cancel
the hurricane supply giveaway for low-income residents. Discussion continued.
Motion made by Commissioner Villalobos to end discussion and call the question.
The motion failed for lack of a second.
Mayor Gomez stated it had been made clear the Commission was ratifying the
amount spent to the vendor, not the line items of purchases. Commissioner Placko
agreed.
Motion Approved: 5-0.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
Vice Mayor Gelin and Commissioner Bolton asked questions regarding the
Commission's Rules of Procedure. City Attorney Herin responded. Mayor Gomez
stated a discussion on Robert's Rules of Order could be further discussed at a
workshop.
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5.c. TR13801 - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
accepting the resignation of Commissioner Debra Placko as from the Broward
Metropolitan Planning Organization ("MPO"); and appointing a new
representative on the MPO. Directing the City Clerk to transmit a The City
Clerk is hereby directed to provide a certified copy of this Resolution to the
members of the Broward MPO and the MPO Executive Director; providing for
conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Commissioner Villalobos; seconded by Commissioner Placko to
approve the Resolution.
Mayor Gomez opened the item to public comment, however seeing none, closed
the item to public comment.
Commissioner Placko explained the reasons behind her resignation and gave
background on serving as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
representative.
Mayor Gomez, Commissioner Villalobos, and Commissioner Bolton stated they
would be interested in serving in the position on the MPO and reviewed their related
experience. Discussion ensued regarding potential representatives, the impact of
the fall election, and business before the MPO.
Commissioner Placko withdrew the item, and no action was taken.
6. ORDINANCE(S) — FIRST READING
6.a. T02503 - An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac,
Florida, amending the Tamarac Code of Ordinances by repealing Sec. 2-425 (3),
"Fixed Expense Account," of Article XIII, Chapter 2, "Administration," entitled
"Travel Expenses," to repeal provisions related to an optional fixed expense
account for Elected Officials upon request; providing for codification; providing
for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Mayor Gomez; seconded by Commissioner Bolton to approve the
Ordinance on first reading.
Vice Mayor Gelin expressed disagreement with the fiscal impact of the item listed
in the backup materials. He stated there was no impact, as the change was on paper
only and the option was not previously taken. Director of Financial Services Cajuste
explained her memo reflected potential impact due to the existence of the
ordinance.
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Discussion continued regarding whether the record should show a potential fiscal
impact of the ordinance.
Motion Approved: 5-0
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
6.b. T02502 - An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac,
Florida, amending Chapter 22, Article VIII of the code of ordinances of the City
of Tamarac, entitled "Water Conservation Regulations," specifically amending
Section 22-303 entitled "Year -Round Permanent Landscape Irrigation
Measures" to extend the schedule in which no water use restrictions are in effect
from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm to ensure the safety of our residents and children that
use the sidewalks during school hours; providing for severability; providing for
codification; providing an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Commissioner Placko; seconded by Commissioner Villalobos to
approve the Ordinance on first reading.
Motion Approved: 5-0.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
6.c. T02504 - An ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida
amending Chapter 10, Article 4, entitled "Development and Design Standards"
by amending Section 10-4.10 entitled "Signs" of the City of Tamarac code of
ordinances, by specifically amending Section 10-4.10(L) entitled, "Prohibited
Signs" lifting the prohibition on billboard signs on city owned property and
rights of way, and amending Section 10-4.10 (D) entitled "General Sign
Requirements" by creating section 10-4.10(D)(4) entitled, "Signs Permitted on
City Owned Property/ Right of Way" to provide for performance standards for
billboard signs, subject to special exception approval; providing for codification;
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective
date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Commissioner Bolton; seconded by Commissioner Villalobos to
approve the Ordinance on first reading.
Director of Community Development Calloway provided a presentation, which is
on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Discussion ensued regarding a potential conceptual footbridge before the MPO,
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Attorney Gary Resnick, Gray Robinson, representing the applicant, answered
questions regarding advertising content, regulations, right-of-way use agreements,
and length of contracts with advertisers. The applicant provided additional detail.
Director of Community Development Calloway explained a special exception and
public hearing would be required to approve each individual billboard.
Mayor Gomez provided a brief history of the decision to not allow billboards and
expressed concern regarding safety, as well as protection of public spaces and
residential neighborhoods. She stated she did not support the text amendment
change, and argued billboards could conflict with the turnpike expansion, Sawgrass
Expressway expansion, and sound wall projects. Attorney Resnick responded.
Commissioner Bolton inquired as to potential revenue for the City. Attorney
Resnick stated a previous proposal was for a lease of $100,000 per year.
Discussion continued regarding benefits to local businesses from additional
advertising opportunities, restrictions on political advertising, the hearing process
for special exceptions, and advertising for City and public needs.
Vice Mayor Gelin stated the Comprehensive Plan reflected that economic
development was a goal of the City. He asserted the change was a need and the City
would remain in control of the process.
Commissioner Placko stated it was important staff created an agreement that would
maintain control for the City. She added that it was important to advertise the
Tamarac hospital to those needing it.
Motion Approved: 3-2.
Voting For: Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton, and Commissioner Placko.
Voting Against: Mayor Gomez and Commissioner Villalobos.
Moved by Mayor Gomez to extend the meeting to hear items 8a and 8b; motion
failed for lack of a second.
Moved by Commissioner Bolton; seconded by Commissioner Villalobos to extend
the meeting to finish all items.
Motion Approved: 4-1.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton, and
Commissioner Placko. Voting Against: Commissioner Villalobos.
Vice Mayor Gelin left the dais at 11: 26 p. m.
6.d. TO2505 - An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac,
Florida, authorizing the appropriate city officials to execute an agreement
pursuant to Section 7.19 of the City of Tamarac Charter; Awarding an
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agreement with Westway Towing, Inc., providing for the towing services for the
City of Tamarac for a five year period beginning August 1, 2022 through July
31, 2027 including an option to renew for one additional five (5) year period and
providing for month to month extensions as required; Authoring the collection
of an administrative fee of 25% of the maximum towing rates to cover the city's
cost pursuant to the requirements of F.S. 323.002 (4); In accordance with the
maximum towing rates as established under the Broward County administrative
code part IX, chapter 40.50; Providing for conflicts; Providing for severability;
and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Commissioner Bolton; seconded by Commissioner Villalobos to
approve the Ordinance on first reading.
Vice Mayor Gelin returned to the dais at 11:27 p.m.
Commissioner Villalobos inquired as to when the City had last changed its vendor
for towing. Purchasing and Contracts Manager Glatz outlined the requirements
under Florida Statute and stated proximity excluded a number of firms from
bidding.
Vice Mayor Gelin asked for additional detail on the fiscal impact. Purchasing and
Contracts Manager Glatz explained the legislature had passed a law which
restricted the City from collecting franchise fees and would greatly reduce
revenues.
Motion Approved: 5-0.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
Mayor Gomez called for a recess at 11: 30 p. m.
Mayor Gomez called the meeting to order at 11: 40 p.m.
7. PUBLIC HEARING(S)
8. ORDINANCE(S) — SECOND READING
Item 8a was heard following Item 8b.
8.a. T02497 - An Ordinance of the City Commission of the city of Tamarac, Florida,
calling an election on proposed amendments to the city charter to be held on
Tuesday, November 8, 2022; providing for submission to the electors for
approval or disapproval of proposed amendments to the city charter, such
charter amendments relating to section 2.01 of the charter concerning the
manner in which the city maintains an official city map and deleting section
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13.01 of the charter concerning the boundaries of the city as redundant, section
4.01 of the charter concerning the form of city government; section 5.02 of the
charter concerning the manner of removal of the City Manager, sections 5.04
and 10.01 concerning the powers of the City Manager; section 6.06 concerning
candidate residency requirements; sections 7.09, 7.11 and 7.14 of the charter to
specify that the manner of selecting an auditor and procuring goods and services
comply with applicable state law and all agreements and contracts the city enters
into are subject to an annual appropriation of funds, section, section 11.01 of the
charter concerning the manner of removal of the City Attorney; deleting
obsolete provisions of the charter, making the charter gender neutral;
standardizing terminology, definitions and references to state law; providing for
requisite ballot language; providing for procedure for balloting; providing for
notice; providing for related matters; providing for conflicts; providing for
severability; providing for inclusion in the charter; and an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
City Attorney Herin provided a brief overview of the ordinance. He stated the
changes directed upon first reading were reflected in the updated language.
Moved by Commissioner Villalobos; seconded by Commissioner Placko to adopt
the Ordinance on second reading.
Mayor Gomez opened the item to public comment, however seeing none, closed
the item to public comment.
Vice Mayor Gelin stated he had asked staff to research how many Broward County,
Palm Beach County, and Palm Beach municipalities required a super majority vote.
He reviewed the report provided.
Discussion ensued regarding a strong mayor form of government and whether the
hiring and removal of a City Attorney or City Manager should be by majority or
super majority.
Mayor Gomez stated the Charter Board had brought the item to the Commission,
so the decision should go to the people. She noted an error in the language on page
nine (9) of the ordinance.
City Attorney Herin acknowledged there were three (3) changes to potentially be
made, including: deletion of the word "City" in the definition of City Commission
on page nine (9). He noted a recommendation of the Charter Board to make the
language gender neutral, using they rather than he/she. He stated staff was unclear
whether the Commission had a preference. He stated his recommendation would
be that the issue of removal of a City Attorney or City Manager could be addressed
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by deleting 4/5 and stating "super majority" of the Commission on pages 14 and
26.
Discussion continued regarding the voice of the people on the issue, strong mayor
form of government, and potential corruption.
Mayor Gomez clarified the motion was to adopt the ordinance on second reading
with corrections as outlined by City Attorney Herin. City Attorney Herin noted the
"super majority" language change would also be made to question 5.3 and section
5.6.
Motion Approved: 3-2.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos.
Voting Against: Vice Mayor Gelin and Commissioner Bolton
Mayor Gomez asked City Attorney Herin to outline the requirements related to
ballot items. City Attorney Herin stated the City was to educate on the measure, not
advocate, and noted he was available to members of the Commission with
questions.
Item 8b was heard following Item 8c.
8.b. T02498 - An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida
extending the Woodlands Overlay District termination date, to July 12, 2025 by
amending Chapter 10 of the City of Tamarac A Code of Ordinances, entitled
"Land Development Code" by amending Article 2, entitled "Zoning Districts"
by specifically amending Section 10-2.7(C), entitled "Woodlands Overlay
District," to sunset and terminate the Woodlands Overlay District seven (7)
years after the effective date of the City of Tamarac's Land Development Code,
providing for codification; providing for conflicts; providing for severability;
and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Mayor Gomez•, seconded by Vice Mayor Gelin to adopt the Ordinance
on second reading.
Mayor Gomez opened the item to public comment, however seeing none, closed
the item to public comment.
Motion Approved: 4-1.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Commissioner Bolton, Commissioner Placko, and
Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: Vice Mayor Gelin
Item 8c was heard out of order.
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8.c. T02501 - An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac,
Florida, authorizing the dissolution of the Tamarac Village Community
Development district pursuant to the petition filed by the district, attached
hereto as Exhibit A; in accordance with Florida Statutes 190.046(10); providing
for severability; providing for conflicts; further, providing an effective date.
City Attorney John Herin read the title for the record.
Moved by Commissioner Bolton; seconded by Commissioner Villalobos to adopt
the Ordinance on second reading.
Mayor Gomez opened the item to public comment, however seeing none, closed
the item to public comment.
Motion Approved: 5-0.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez, Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton,
Commissioner Placko, and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: None
9. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING(S)
10. OTHER
10.a. Suspending discussions relating to campaign contributions, political action
committees, social media policy, Media Outlets, Blogs as well as all discussions
where the City Commission has no standing or jurisdictional authority, for a
period of 180 calendar days.
Requested by Commissioner Marlon Bolton
Commissioner Bolton stated he was not looking for discussion on the item, only
consensus. Discussion ensued as to whether the request was permitted under the
rules.
Commissioner Bolton argued an excessive amount of time was wasted during
Commission meetings regarding the discussion item. He read social media
comments from members of the community for the record.
Commissioner Villalobos responded to the comments and asserted there were other
issues the Commission should be concerned with. He stated the item did not hold
the Commissioners accountable.
Discussion continued regarding the authority of the Commission, blogs and media
discussions, social media policy, and enforceability of the proposal.
Consensus: 3-2.
Voting For: Vice Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton, and Commissioner Placko.
Voting Against: Mayor Gomez and Commissioner Villalobos.
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10.b. Empowering the City Manager and City Attorney to evaluate discussion items
before they come before the Commission; and authorizing said individuals to
reject the item with cause or refer the requester to the appropriate venues rather
than coming before the City Commission, for a period of 180 calendar days.
Requested by Commissioner Marlon Bolton
Commission Bolton discussed precedent for the item. He stated the City Manager
and City Attorney have their hands tied when it comes to monitoring items on the
agenda.
Commissioner Placko stated she trusted the discretion of the City Attorney and City
Manager to guide the Commissioners regarding keeping agenda items within scope.
City Attorney Herin stated he was committed to offering that guidance and would
bring forward an update to rules and procedure.
Vice Mayor Gelin asked for clarification on the item and the existing process. City
Attorney Herin responded regarding the process. City Manager Gunn provided
additional detail and noted the applicable language within the Code. Discussion
continued regarding rules of procedure, definitions, and the code of conduct for
Commissioners.
Mayor Gomez stated the Commission sets policy and argued authority over agenda
items should not be deferred to staff. She suggested the policy be amended to first
workshop items submitted by commissioners.
Vice Mayor Gelin left the dais at 1: 09 a.m.
Vice Mayor Gelin returned to the dais at 1:10 a.m.
Moved by Vice Mayor Gelin; seconded by Commissioner Villalobos to adjourn.
Motion Failed: 2-3.
Voting For: Mayor Gomez and Commissioner Villalobos. Voting Against: Vice
Mayor Gelin, Commissioner Bolton, and Commissioner Placko.
City Attorney Herin summarized the discussion and stated staff would begin the
process of amending the Code to update procedures accordingly. Discussion ensued
regarding the 180 days requested in the agenda item.
City Manager Gunn suggested the commissioners agree to not bring items forward
between this meeting and the break to allow staff to further draft a potential change.
Commissioner Bolton withdrew the item, and no action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further to discuss, Mayor Gomez adjourned the meeting at 1:16 a.m.
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Office at (954) 597-3505 of such need at least 48 hours (2 days) in advance. Additionally, if you
are hearing or speech impaired and need assistance, you may contact the Florida Relay Service
by dialing 7-1-1.
Minutes
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