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Home My WebLink About2011-02-09 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2011 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Talabisco called the regular meeting of the City Commission to order at 7:01 p.m. on Wednesday, February 9, 2011 in City Commission Chambers, Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88 Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321. PRESENT: Mayor Beth Talabisco, Vice Mayor Pamela Bushnell, Commissioner Michelle J. Gomez, Commissioner Diane Glasser and Commissioner Harry Dressler. ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Michael C. Cernech, City Attorney Samuel S. Goren and City Clerk Peter M.J. Richardson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Diane Glasser 1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS: There were no Proclamations or Presentations scheduled for this meeting. 2. CITY COMMISSION REPORTS a. Vice Mayor Bushnell: Welcomed City Manager Michael Cernech, attending his first regular City Commission meeting as Tamarac's City Manager. Noted that Commissioner Gomez and herself had attended the recent reception at the Community Center to honor all the students who participated in the art exhibition honoring Black History Month. b. Commissioner Gomez Extended a warm welcome to City Manager Michael Cernech. Noted that she had attended a number of civic meetings in recent weeks throughout Tamarac. Stated that she had very much enjoyed the opportunity to meet the student Artists and view their art work at the recent reception for Black History Month at the Community Center. c. Commissioner Glasser Extended a warm welcome and congratulations to Michael Cernech upon his appointment as City Manager. Noted that she had to miss Mr. Cernech's oath of office ceremony on January 315t due to her attendance at the Broward League Page 1 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING February 9, 2011 of Cities subcommittee meeting regarding ethics matters. Mayor Talabisco expressed appreciation to Commissioner Glasser for her service on this very important subcommittee. d. Commissioner Dressler Expressed congratulations to City Manager Michael Cernech upon his recent appointment. Stated that he had recently attended a number of homeowners association and other meetings throughout the City. Noted that as a trustee of the City of Tamarac's General Employee Pension Plan, he was pleased to report that the pension was funded to the appropriate level and was in very good shape. e. Mayor Talabisco Expressed congratulations to City Manager Michael Cernech upon his recent appointment. Presented a detailed report regarding the U.S. Conference of Mayors Conference, which she recently on behalf of the residents of the City of Tamarac, including updates on the Mayors' National Dollarwise Campaign, the Volunteer Income Tax Program (VITAs) and Salute, Inc., an organization to meet the financial, physical and emotional needs of military service members, veterans and their families. Mayor Talabisco also noted that a number of corporations, including DuPont were partnering with the US Conference of Mayors and many cities on a number of programs. Mayor Talabisco also stated that New York City Mayor Bloomberg and many other mayors, including Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper were developing a mission for the Mayors Against Illegal Guns Program in reaction to the recent tragic incident in Tucson, Arizona. Mayor Talabisco also noted the members of the U.S. Conference of Mayors had also established a Civility Accord, which she had signed on behalf of the residents of the City of Tamarac, to exhibit and encourage the personal qualities emblematic of a civil society. Commissioner Dressler requested a point of personal privilege to express grateful appreciation to Mayor Talabisco for her dedication in actively participating in the U.S. Conference of Mayors activities. Vice Mayor Bushnell also expressed appreciation to Mayor Talabisco for putting others ahead of herself on many occasions. 3. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT: Mr. Goren reported that earlier today he had attended and chaired the first Page 2 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING February 9, 2011 meeting of the committee to select the Inspector General for Broward County. He noted that the committee's members had selected Phillip Shailer to serve as the fourth member of the committee. Mr. Goren said the committee would also be responsible for selecting a fifth committee member and ultimately hiring the first Inspector General for Broward County. Finally, Mr. Goren expressed appreciation to the Mayor and City Commissioners for their time and guidance at yesterday's in -the -shade session. 4. CITY MANAGER REPORT: Mr. Cernech thanked the Mayor and members of the City Commission for appointing him as City Manager of Tamarac. Mr. Cernech noted that earlier today the Broward Sheriffs Tamarac Office held a crackdown on persons operating vehicles with falsified or fraudulent insurance identification. He also stated that the Tamarac BSO Office would be hosting "shred-a-thon" events on Saturday, February 19t" at Kings Point Clubhouse and Saturday, April 9t" at the Tamarac City Hall Complex. Mr. Cernech said that the State of Florida was utilizing fire hydrant signs along the Sawgrass Expressway designed by City of Tamarac firefighters. Mr. Cernech also provided a brief update on recent and upcoming activities held by the Parks and Recreation Department, including the recent garage sale and very special reception for artists at the Community Center in honor of Black History Month. He noted that many of the pieces of artwork would be on display in the Community Center throughout the month of February. Mr. Cernech stated that the Sweetheart Ball would be held at the Community Center this Saturday evening, February 12tn Finally, Mr. Cernech presented an update on the status of capital projects including the Tamarac Sports Complex Shelter Project, Guard Rail Improvement Project, the Temple Demolition Project, sidewalk improvement project throughout the City of Tamarac and the Multi -Purpose Center improvements project. Mr. Cernech said that he was looking forward to a busy and interesting transition process as City Manager. 5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 6. CONSENT AGENDA: There were no public comments. Mayor Talabisco inquired whether staff had any proposed changes to the consent agenda. Mr. Cernech said there were no proposed changes to the consent agenda. Commissioner Dressler moved, seconded by Commissioner Gomez, to approve all items on the Consent Agenda as presented. Page 3 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING February 9, 2011 a. Approval of the January 26, 2011 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes APPROVED b. Approval of the January 31, 2011 Special Commission Meeting Minutes APPROVED c. TR11984 - AGREEMENT RENEWAL WITH FRANKLIN COMMUNICATIONS, LLC: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving Amendment #3 to Agreement between the City of Tamarac and Franklin Communications, LLC for "Printing & Distribution of City of Tamarac Publications", extending the Agreement for an additional one (1) year period; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute Amendment #3 to Agreement for "Printing & Distribution of City of Tamarac Publications" services; authorizing the City Manager to approve expenditures for printing; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. RESOLUTION R-2011-13 d. TR11983 - TEMPLE DEMOLITION PROJECT: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, awarding Bid No. 11-04B to and approving an Agreement with the BG Group, LLC., for the Temple Site Demolition Project, located at 9101-9115 NW 57th Street, in accordance with Bid No. 11-04B for a contract amount of $96,185; a contingency in the amount of $14,428 will be added to the Project Account, for a total project budget of $110,613; authorizing an expenditure from the appropriate accounts; authorizing budget amendments for proper accounting purposes; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. RESOLUTION R-2011- 14 e. TR11985 - AMENDMENT #2 TO AGREEMENT - FERGUSON GROUP, LLC: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida; approving Amendment #2 to Agreement between the City of Tamarac and the Ferguson Group LLC, for Federal lobbying services, extending the term of the agreement for a one year period effective February 13, 2011 through February 12, 2012, at a cost not to exceed eighty five thousand five hundred dollars ($85,500) per year; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute Amendment #2 to Agreement for Federal lobbying services; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. RESOLUTION R-2011-15 f. TR11946 - FTTCS SITE SW227 TAMARAC SPORTS COMPLEX -PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving granting a perpetual Public Utility Easement for the installation of underground utility facilities through the Sports Complex Project located at 9901 NW 77th Street; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute said Agreement; authorizing and directing the City Clerk to record said Agreement in the public records of Broward County; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. RESOLUTION R-2011-16 Page 4 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING February 9, 2011 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 READINGS: a. T02218 - WOODLANDS SNID AMENDMENT: Motion to adopt an Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, on second reading amending Ordinance No. 2010-14 to allow for the members of the Board of Directors of the Woodlands Safe Neighborhood Improvement District to be appointed via Resolution; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. City Attorney Goren read T02218 by Title. Commissioner Glasser moved, seconded by Commissioner Gomez, to approve T02218 on second and final reading. Mayor Talabisco noted that Community Development Director Bramley was available to answer any questions regarding the proposed amendment. There were no questions from the Mayor and City Commissioners. Mayor Talabisco opened the public hearing, noted that there were no speakers, and closed the hearing. Mr. Goren advised that although both Mayor Talabisco and Commissioner Gomez were residents of the Woodlands, they had no conflicts of interest in this matter, and therefore were entitled to vote on this matter. On roll call, the motion to approve T02218 on second and final reading was approved unanimously (5-0). PASSED ON FIRST READING JANUARY 26, 2011 PASSED ON SECOND READING FEBRUARY 9, 2011 ORDINANCE 0-2011-01 b. T02219 - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT: Motion to adopt an Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, on second reading adopting an amendment to the Capital Improvements Element of the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan in accordance with Chapter 163, Subsection 163.3184 of the Florida State Statutes concerning a text amendment to establish goals, objectives and policies; (Case No. 24-MI-10) providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. City Attorney Goren read T02219 by Title. Commissioner Dressler moved, seconded by Commissioner Gomez, to approve T02219 on second and final reading. Mayor Talabisco noted that Community Page 5 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING February 9, 2011 Development Director Jennifer Bramley was available to answer any questions. There were no questions from the Mayor and City Commissioners. Mayor Talabisco opened the public hearing, noted that there were no speakers, and subsequently closed the public hearing. On roll call, the motion to approve T02219 on second and final reading was approved unanimously (5-0). PASSED ON FIRST READING JANUARY 26, 2011 PASSED ON SECOND READING FEBRUARY 9, 2011 ORDINANCE 0-2011-02 11. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING(S): There were no Quasi -Judicial Hearing(s) scheduled for this meeting. 12. OTHER: There being no other business to come before the Mayor and City Commission, Mr. Goren noted that last night the City of North Lauderdale had approved an interlocal agreement for the maintenance of certain Fire Department equipment by the City of Tamarac. Mr. Goren stated that this item would be presented at a near term City Commission meeting. Mayor Talabisco expressed best wishes for a Happy Valentine's Day to all. Mayor Talabisco adjourned the regular meeting of the City Commission at 7:42 p.m. M!5- 'd I Beth Talabisco, Mayor Peter Richardson, C , CIVIC City Clerk ESYAg 63 = p•• gEAt- 0: Page 6 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING February 9, 2011 1 1