HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-04-26 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2017
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Harry Dressler called the Commission Meeting of the City of
Tamarac to order at 9:11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 in City Commission Chambers,
Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Harry Dressler, Vice Mayor Debra Placko, Commissioner Marlon Bolton,
Commissioner Michelle J. Gomez, and Commissioner Julie Fishman were in attendance.
Also in attendance were City Manager Michael C. Cernech, City Attorney Samuel S. Goren
and Assistant City Clerk Lillian Pabon.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Dressler led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
a. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Harry Dressler proclaiming the month of April
2017 as "National Poetry Month" and Poetry Reading by Students of Boyd Anderson High
School (Requested by Commissioner Marlon Bolton)
Mayor Dressler read the proclamation proclaiming "National Poetry Month" and introduced
Dr. Rosalind Osgood of Broward County School Board District 5 Representative, Mr. Robert
Moore, District Secretary for Florida House Representative Patricia Williams, Lauderdale
Lakes Commissioner Beverly Williams and Boyd Anderson School Assistant Principal Kristie
Ford, attending in support of the students of Boyd Anderson High School Poetry Club.
Commissioner Bolton thanked Ms. Woodley for allowing the students to attend the meeting.
Students recited for the City Commission and the audience, followed by Mayor Dressler's
recital of a poem by Allen Ginsberg. Commission Fishman left the meeting at 9:34 a.m.
returning at 9:37 a.m. Mayor Dressler thanked the poets and Commissioner Bolton.
b. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Harry Dressler proclaiming the month of April
2017 as "Fair Housing Month". (Requested by Housing & Neighborhood Program Manager
Coleen Christie)
Mayor Dressler read proclamation for the record and Community Development Director
Maxine Calloway accepted on behalf of Housing & Neighborhood Program Manager Coleen
Christie.
c. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Harry Dressler commending Captain David
Greenstein as 2017 City of Tamarac Firefighter of the Year. (Requested by Fire Chief Mike
Burton)
Mayor Dressler read and presented proclamation to Captain Greenstein, recognizing him as
Firefighter of the Year. Fire Chief Mike Burton presented a plaque to Captain Greenstein.
Mayor Dressler recognized Captain Greenstein's family who were present in the audience.
d. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Harry Dressler proclaiming May 1, 2017 as
"Global Love Day". (Requested by Mayor Harry Dressler)
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Mayor Dressler read proclamation into the record.
e. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Harry Dressler proclaiming May 2017 as "Building
Safety Month". (Requested by Chief Building Official/Director Claudio Grande)
Mayor Dressler read proclamation into the record and Chief Building Official/Director Claudio
Grande accepted the proclamation thanking the City Commission for their support.
f. Presentation by Mayor Harry Dressler of Employee Service Awards:
5 Year Awards: Richard Zalewski, Code Enforcement Officer, Community Development;
Rance Gaede, Parks & Recreation Site Supervisor, Parks & Recreation
10 -Year Award: Jorge Gomez, Mechanic II, Public Services
15 - Year Awards: Scott Ramgoolie, Service Worker Crew leader, Public Services; Patricia
Tomaszewski, Risk & Safety Manager, Human Resources
2. CITY COMMISSION REPORTS:
a. Commissioner Bolton visited legislators in Tallahassee regarding house bills.
Commissioner Bolton attended the Carriage Hills Condo Home Owners Association (HOA)
meeting. This is the last HOA on his list to visit. He thanked the Boyd Anderson Poetry Club
for their participation. Commissioner Bolton said he will not be able to attend the next
Community meeting.
b. Commissioner Gomez commented how inspiring it is having the children. Commissioner
Gomez attended District 3 Neighborhood meeting and reminded everyone of District 2
Neighborhood meeting on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. to be held at Concord Village
Clubhouse located at 6501 N. University Drive. Commissioner Gomez attended a Broward
Education Foundation event which presented what goes on in schools, what great teachers
do and supporting our programs for children to have a future. Commissioner Gomez said it is
important to encourage children in art and music. Commissioner Gomez attended a meeting
by Broward County Land Use Plan Project which was very well attended and approved by the
Broward County Commission at their last meeting. Thanked Commissioner Julie Fishman for
the invitation to attend the Kings Point Men's Club where she learned more about the Honor
Flight. Commissioner Gomez wished a Happy Administrative Professionals Day to all.
c. Commissioner Fishman attended the meeting of the Broward Veterans Coalition that is
held on the third Monday of every month at 2:00 p.m. with Ted Deutch speaking on Veterans
Administration and possible changes. Commissioner Fishman attended the Kings Point
Democratic Club meeting for the installation of the new board and wished them well.
Commissioner Fishman thanked District 3 meeting attendees that resulted in approximately
160 people and to the Commission members who were able to attend. Commissioner
Fishman attended the Kings Point Men's Club meeting to salute the Honor Flight and watch a
video showing the amount of care provided to the participants. Commissioner Fishman met
with Senator Chris Smith that spoke about the Constitution Revision Committee that meets
every 20 years to review the Florida Constitution and see if any changes should be made.
The committee will be coming back to Broward County in late summer. Commissioner
Fishman asked Commission members to work with the City Attorney regarding what can be
done to strengthen or change the Constitution in order to protect the Home Rule.
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d. Vice Mayor Placko participated in the "Cops Ride Along" and thanked all volunteers in the
program. Vice Mayor Placko attended the MPO Board meeting and talked about FDOT
currently working the entrances on Commercial Boulevard and it appears there are funds that
may be available. Vice Mayor Placko is working on a list with Assistant City Manager Diane
Phillips of projects in Tamarac that maybe eligible for this funding. Vice Mayor Placko is
receiving better feedback regarding University Hospital saying is no longer considered a
"Sleepy Hospital". Vice Mayor Placko said they are getting state-of-the-art equipment and are
on top of everything. Vice Mayor Placko attended Family Central meeting this morning. Vice
Mayor Placko will take the last two weeks of the month of May to hold drop-off points for the
collection of non-perishable food items. Vice Mayor Placko said "we can't have kids going
hungry and we need to take care of our children".
e. Mayor Dressler attended the Democratic Club meeting and swore in the newly elected
board. Mayor Dressler attended the King's Point Men's Club meeting to salute the Honor
Flight. Mayor Dressler talked about invitations receive as an elected official to attend
meetings held by different groups.
3. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT:
City Attorney Sam Goren spoke about some of the bills out there the Commission has been
paying closed attention to. City Attorney report will be ready in about two (2) weeks. City
Attorney Goren said there are hearings today on the wireless communications and
infrastructure bill and the short-term vacation homes bill. City Attorney said even though bills
that theoretically failed because of not having a companion bill on the other side of the house
or the senate does not mean the bill failed, but it means there are some fairly thoughtful
legislators that tag on to a final bill from language not heard by a committee or did not
succeed in some other fashion and find in conclusion it may pass in final hours of the
session. City Attorney Goren said a concealed weapons bill is still out there in some fashion if
not been totally disposed of. City Attorney Goren said even the constitutional amendment the
voters passed last November on Medical Marihuana does not have a bill yet but may have
one tomorrow. Attorney Goren will continue monitoring the legislative session as it is closing
the gap and continue to keep the Commission informed. City Attorney Goren has no litigation
to report. Mayor Dressler opened the floor for questions to the City Attorney. Commissioner
Fishman asked is there any benefit to the City getting involved with constitutional revision
changes. Attorney Goren affirmed it is a rare opportunity that happens every 20 years and it
is a significant issue for not just the State of Florida but also for the Counties and Cities in
Florida. Attorney Goren said it is worth watching and offered his assistant to the extent they
can participate in this process.
4. CITY MANAGER REPORT:
City Manager reported on the District Neighborhood meetings schedule. District 2
Neighborhood meeting will be held Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the Concord
Village Club House located at 6501 N. University Drive. District 1 Neighborhood meeting will
be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mainlands 6 Clubhouse located at
4920 NW 51 Court. Elected Officials and City Staff will be on hand to provide vital information
on projects underway and future projects. The Community Development Department may be
contacted for additional information at (954) 597-3530.
City Manager Cernech said there will be an Open House on Thursday, April 27, 2017 from
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Colony West Golf Clubhouse in the Oasis Room. The purpose of this
meeting is to share information regarding the Planned New Golf Clubhouse, New Cart
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Storage Building and new Marriott/Fairfield Inn Hotel at Colony West Golf Club. The meeting
will be hosted by applicant, AD1, Tamarac Hotels.
City Manager Cernech reported that the City of Tamarac has received notice of being
awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA) for the Annual Budget Document for FY 2017. This is the twentieth (20th)
consecutive year the City has received this award. Additionally, the City of Tamarac has
received special recognition for its performance measures.
Upcoming Events: Concert on the Green in Partnership with the City of Tamarac and Colony
West Golf Club will take place on Friday, May 19th, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. with a
free performance on the Green featuring The Sounds of TK BLU & The Uncool. Food and
drinks will be available for purchase. No coolers or pets will be allowed. Mother's Day Family
Tea Party will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Tamarac
Recreation Center. Mothers and children will also enjoy games and craft projects. Pre -
Registration by May 10th, 2017. Cost is $5.00 per person.
City Manager Cernech said the City of Tamarac is hosting a household hazardous waste
drop-off and electronic waste recycling event on Saturday, May 6, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to
2:00 p.m. Residents are invited to bring household waste such as fertilizer, paint, automotive
fluid, and other hazardous materials and a -waste such as computers, televisions, and/or
monitors to the Public Services Complex at 6011 Nob Hill Road from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
For more information please visit www.tamarac.org. The event is opened to residents of
Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, and Lauderdale Lakes.
Mayor Dressler asked if investment reports were dictated by Charter. City Attorney Goren
responded that per Code the City Manager has the obligation to report the fiscal status of the
City. Mayor Dressler suggested the City Manager to look into providing a short Quarterly
Investment Report at the meetings. City Attorney Goren and City Manager Cernech agreed to
check into how to make the changes at the Mayor's recommendation.
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Mayor Dressler opened Public Participation and the following
individuals spoke: Lisa Hayden, 8505 Cherry Blossom Way thanked the Commission
members for doing a beautiful job related to the Millennium school and hope the City
continues to focus on children's education. Ronald Wasserman, 8577 Jade Drive thanked
Commission members and spoke about community involvement thanking Vice Mayor Placko
for her initiative as no child should go hungry. Barry Harris, 7137 Wisteria Way, exhorted
Commission members to participate in an event the Kiwanis Club is coordinating to help
homeless children. The cost is $20.00. With no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Dressler
closed Public Participation.
6. CONSENT AGENDA: Mayor Dressler asked City Manager Cernech if there were any
changes/additions to the Consent Agenda and City Manager Cernech said there were no
changes or additions to the Consent Agenda. A motion by Vice Mayor Placko seconded by
Commissioner Fishman moved approval of the consent agenda as presented. Motion passed
unanimously (5-0).
a. Approval of the April 12, 2017 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes - APPROVED
b. TR12937 - Award RFP No. 17-08R for Disaster Debris Monitoring Services: A Resolution '
of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving the Award of RFP No. 17-
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08R to and approving an Agreement with Tetratech, Inc. for Disaster Debris Monitoring
Services; authorizing proper City Officials to execute Contract renewals; providing for
conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-35
c. TR12936 - Award RFP No. 17-07R for Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal: A
Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, awarding RFP No. 17-07R
to and approving Agreements with Ashbritt, Inc. and D & J Enterprises, Inc. for Disaster
Debris Removal and Disposal Services; authorizing proper City Officials to execute Contract
renewals; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-36
d. TR12923 - Execution of Agreement with VacVision Environmental LLC - FY17 Wastewater
Manhole Rehabilitation Inflow & Infiltration Project UT17D: A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, awarding a contract to VacVision Environmental,
LLC, utilizing pricing from an agreement obtained through a formal competitive process by
the City of Pinellas Park, Contract Number 14/013 for the FY17 Wastewater Manhole
Rehabilitation Inflow and Infiltration Project; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to
execute a Purchase Order Agreement with VacVision Environmental, LLC for a project cost
of $1,603,062.80, with a contingency of 5% or $80,153.14 for an amount not to exceed
$1,683,215.94; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to administer the contract; providing
for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-37
e. TR12926 - Oasis Pub of Tamarac - Extended Hours Permit Renewal: A Resolution of the
City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, granting approval of the Special Extended
Hours Permit renewal, requested by Gary Bruce Walker, President and Owner of Oasis Pub
of Tamarac, Inc. (d/b/a: Oasis Pub), to extend the hours of the on premise sale and
consumption of alcoholic beverages and to open for business at 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and
Sundays, pursuant to the City of Tamarac Ordinance No. 0-85-38; located in the Three
Lakes Plaza at 3224 West Commercial Boulevard (Case No. 1-MI-17); providing for
conditions of approval; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an
effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-38
f. TR12929 - Public Art Administration - Gadson & Ravitz Contract Renewal: A Resolution of
the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving a first amendment to the
Public Art Administrator agreement between the City of Tamarac and Gadson and Ravitz,
LLC, attached hereto as Exhibit "1", to exercise the first of two (2), two (2) year renewal
options, at a total contract amount not to exceed one hundred thousand ($100,000.00)
dollars; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute the first amendment to the
agreement; authorizing an appropriation of $100,000 from the Public Art Fund; adding
additional funds in the amount of $4,250 to the current Purchase Order encumbrance;
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-39
g. TR12935 - Zoning In Progress Extension - Hospitals and Medical Clinics Public or Private
or Uses Similar: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
authorizing a reasonable time extension, Nunc Pro Tunc, of the Zoning in Progress of one
hundred and eighty (180) days in accordance with Chapter 24, Article ll, Division 6, Section
24-91 of the City of Tamarac Code of Ordinances; authorizing and directing the City Manager
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to undertake further study and review of the City's regulations relating to health care uses to
include hospital, public or private, medical clinic or uses similar to a hospital or medical clinic;
providing that upon the adoption of this Resolution extending the Zoning in Progress Nunc
Pro Tunc, an additional one hundred and eighty (180) days, no permits or applications shall
be issued or processed for hospitals or medical clinics or uses similar to a hospital or medical
clinic within the City of Tamarac for a total of five hundred and forty (540) days from the date
of the administrative order, consistent with this Resolution; providing for conflicts; providing
for severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-40
h. TR12928 - Achievers Academy - Fee Refund: A Resolution of the City Commission of the
City of Tamarac, Florida, authorizing a refund in the amount of $3,775.00 submitted by
Achievers Academy/Corey L. Alston; as a result of the withdrawal of a Special Exception
application and associated Traffic Study deposit fee; providing for conflicts; providing for
severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-41
7. REGULAR AGENDA: There were no Regular Agenda items scheduled for this meeting.
8. ORDINANCE(S) - FIRST READING: There were no Ordinance(s) — First Reading
scheduled for this meeting.
9. PUBLIC HEARING(S): There were no Public Hearing(s) items scheduled for this meeting.
10. ORDINANCE(S) - SECOND READING:
a. T02354 - 1st Budget Amendment: An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of
Tamarac, Florida, amending Ordinance 2016-14, which adopted the City of Tamarac
Operating Budget, Revenues and Expenditures, the Capital Budget, and the Financial
Policies for the Fiscal Year 2017, by increasing the total revenues and expenditures by a total
of $33,451,597 as detailed in attachment A attached hereto and summarized in attachment
B; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for an effective date. City
Attorney Goren read T02354 by title into the record. A motion by Commissioner Gomez
seconded by Vice Mayor Placko moved approval of T02354 on second reading. Mayor
Dressler opened the public hearing and with no one wishing to speak, closed the public
hearing. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING APRIL 12, 2017
PASSED ON SECOND READING APRIL 26, 2017
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2017-02
b. T02356 - General Employees' Pension Plan Amendments: An Ordinance of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida; amending Chapter 16, Pension and Retirement,
Article III, Employees' Pension Plan, providing for eligibility of DROP participation for certain
members of the Elected and Appointed Officers and Non -Represented employees retirement
plan; providing for severability; providing for codification and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney Goren read T02356 by title into the record. A motion by Commissioner Gomez
seconded by Vice Mayor Placko moved approval of T02356 on second reading. Mayor
Dressler opened the public hearing and with no one wishing to speak, closed the public
hearing. At Mayor Dressier's request, HR Director Maria Swanson made a brief presentation
to the City Commission related to T02356 and T02357 as the temporary ordinances are ,
linked together. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
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PASSED ON FIRST READING APRIL 12, 2017
PASSED ON SECOND READING APRIL 26, 2017
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2017-03
c. T02357 - Non -Rep Pension Plan Amendment: An Ordinance of the City Commission of
the City of Tamarac, Florida; amending Chapter 16, Pension and Retirement, Article IX,
Elected and Appointed Officers and Non -Represented Employees Retirement Plan, providing
for eligibility of certain members of the Elected and Appointed Officers and Non -Represented
Employees Retirement Plan to participate in the Employees' Pension Plan DROP, providing
for a savings clause; providing for severability; providing for codification and providing for an
effective date. City Attorney Goren read T02357 by title into the record. Vice Mayor Placko
seconded by Commissioner Fishman moved approval of T02357 on second reading. Mayor
Dressler opened the public hearing and with no one wishing to speak, closed the public
hearing. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING APRIL 12, 2017
PASSED ON SECOND READING APRIL 26, 2017
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2017-04
11. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING(S):
a. TR12940 - Woodmont Country Club: Phase III Residential — Plats: A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, granting final Plat approval for the "Woodmont
Country Club Plats for Pods A, B, C, E, F, & G"; to allow for the redevelopment of the subject
property, formerly known as the Pines Golf Course, for the proposed use of one hundred and
fifty two (152) detached single-family units; as requested by Mike Vonder Meulen, designated
agent for the applicant, Pulte Home Company LLC., for the property located south of
Southgate Boulevard, north of NW 75th Street, east of north Pine Island Road, and west of
University Drive, situated on various portions of the former "Pines Golf Course", Tamarac,
Florida; (Case No. 1-P-17); providing for conditions of approval; providing for execution of
said plat; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
City Attorney Goren read TR12940 by title into the record. Vice Mayor Placko seconded by
Commissioner Gomez moved approval of TR12940. City Attorney Goren went over the
Quasi -Judicial procedures and Assistant City Clerk Pabon swore in all affected parties. City
Attorney Goren said all data before the DRC and Planning Board are part of the record today
and any data submitted today will also be part of the record. Community Development
Director Calloway appeared and gave a presentation, a copy of which is on file in the City
Clerk's Office. Assistant City Clerk Pabon swore in BSO Captain Neal Glassman and Public
Services Director Jack Strain as additional witnesses and they responded to questions by the
City Commission. Christina Bilenki representing the firm of Miskel & Backman presented a
copy of a presentation to the City Clerk for the record and responded to questions from the
City Commission. Andrew Maxi representing Pulte Homes LLC and Ken De La Torre
representing Design Entitlement Consultants, LLC appeared on behalf of the applicant and
responded to questions from the City Commission.
RESOLUTION R-2017-42
b. TR12939 - Woodmont Country Club: Phase III Residential - New Development Site Plan: A
Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, granting New
Development Site Plan approval (with conditions) for Woodmont Country Club Masterplan,
Phase III, residential development project, to allow for the redevelopment of the subject
property, formerly known as the Pines Golf Course, to permit the construction of one
hundred, fifty-two (152) single family homes on six (6) separate parcels for properties located
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south of Southgate Boulevard, north of NW 75th Street, east of north Pine Island Road, and
west of University Drive, situated on various portions of the former "Pines Golf Course",
Tamarac, Florida (Case No. 4-SP-17); providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and
providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2017-43
Mayor Dressler requested a recess at 1:10 p.m. Meeting reconvened at 1:31 p.m.
12. OTHER
a. Discussion and Potential Action on Parks & Recreation Board Appointments. Mayor
Dressler recognized Commissioner Michelle Gomez. Commissioner Gomez said her
discussion is related to the procedures in place and the process of applications submitted
late, for the appointments made to the Boards and Committees, specifically to the Parks and
Recreation Board. Mayor Dressler led the discussion of the current selection process and
provided an example of a Commissioner receiving 4 applications and if the Commissioner is
not satisfied with any of the applications received, and then may go beyond the deadline.
Mayor Dressier asked for clarification of what motion to do. City Attorney Goren said there
are several legal reasons. First reason is to reconsider the prior appointment to Parks and
Recreation Board, which passed 5-0 vote at the last meeting. Today's motion follows
discussion that began at the last meeting and deferred to today because the applications
Commissioner Gomez referred to were not otherwise available to all Commissioners. The
City Clerk, at the Commission's direction, provided copies of the applications to all City
Commissioners after that meeting. City Attorney Goren said this item is to reconsider the
issue. The appointed member will remain on the board until a new appointment is made.
Commissioner Gomez said she considers the application process improper and what she is
looking for are qualified applicants.
Commissioner Fishman was vocal regarding policies and procedures being followed.
Commissioner Fishman is in favor of staying within a time frame. Commissioner Fishman
said Mr. Villalobos applied late but removing him from the Board would be inappropriate.
Commissioner Fishman suggested having City staff return to the City Commission with
procedures for the appointment of members to the Boards and Committees.
Mayor Dressler said he cannot force a Commissioner to make a selection based on time and
he would like to have the ability to pick an applicant who has applied late unless there is a
conflict of interest to be considered. Commissioner Fishman requested to have a clear
application evaluation process in place.
Vice Mayor Placko spoke on her understanding of the issue about the need to have policies
in place because of working on assumptions and is concerned about having people that will
be working with children, how to reach out to potential candidates and who will monitor the
applications. Vice Mayor Placko asked on the direction to take with residents that inquired to
Commissioner Fishman on applying and were told the timeframe to apply passed. Mayor
Dressler asked staff for processing on time applications and how to keep consistency in the
application process.
Mayor Dressler asked staff to check for affirmation on question #6 and Attorney Goren
responded board members are not required to have background checks. Further discussion
was made related to the application submitted by Mr. Villalobos and the monitoring of the
applications received.
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Commission Bolton said the application submitted by Mr. Villalobos has revision date of
October 15, 2014 while new applications were revised July 6, 2016 and shows the removal of
question #6, considering discussion a mute issue. Commissioner Bolton said opportunities
should be given to new people as having the same people all the time does not promote
change. Commissioner Bolton said his decision was based on staff opinion and decided to
seek more applicants. Mr. Villalobos seemed to be qualified for the appointment.
Commissioner Bolton said appointments made to the Public Art Committee were based on
qualifications and not on timely submittals. Mayor Dressler said applications should be
consistent on all applicants with the same revision dates and asked why question #6 was
removed. Mayor Dressler asked staff to make sure applications given to applicants are the
same. Mayor Dressler asked City Attorney why question #6 was removed from the
application. Commissioner Bolton said all applications received were reviewed and
considered and spoke of talking to staff members for feedback on current members before
the selection was made. Parks & Recreation Director Greg Warner affirmed going over the
applications received for appointments. Commissioner Gomez said Commissioner Bolton has
done what he was asked to do relating to his selected application and is satisfied with the
discussion on this issue.
City Manager Cernech said of the five forms filed, he will find out where the applicants
obtained the forms submitted. City Manager Cernech suggested bringing the issue to the City
Commission, once an answer is received, as a workshop agenda item for discussion and if
needed, can be discussed at another City Commission meeting.
Commissioner Bolton asked if Mr. Villalobos continues to be a board member and City
Attorney Goren responded Mr. Villalobos' is still on the board, has not been removed and his
appointment was confirmed.
There being no further business to come before the City Commission, Mayor Dressler
adjourned the meeting at 3:18 p.m.
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arffy Dressler, Mayor
Lillian Pabon, MB , C C
Assistant City Clerk
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