HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-02-28 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY HALL CHAMBERS
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 28, 2007
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco called the regular meeting of the City
Commission to order at 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 in Chambers at
Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL.
PRESENT: Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Commissioner Patte Atkins -Grad,
Commissioner Marc L. Sultanof, and Commissioner Hang Dressier.
ABSENT/EXCUSED: Vice Mayor Edward C. Portner.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Jeffrey L. Miller, City Attorney Samuel S. Goren, and
City Clerk Marion Swenson.
Commissioner Sultanof led the pledge of allegiance.
Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco and City Manager Miller announced that Items 7 and 8
regarding Woodmont have been withdrawn at the developer's request.
INTRODUCTION
1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
a. Representative Ad Porth said of the six Bills he introduced at the last session,
four were signed into law: the MADD/State Police Chiefs Bill; the Bill regarding sexual
predators; the Bill regarding foreclosures; and the Bill regarding defrauding electronic
mailings. The six Bills he plans to introduce this session are: the need for a printed
receipt for electronic voting; the need for statewide guidelines for child visitation centers
and standards for who is allowed to work at these centers; the need for state assistance
to pay back law school debts; the need for terror free investments for pension funds; the
need for a Domestic Violence Employee Leave of Absence Act; and the need for
impounding cars owned by those whose licenses are suspended or revoked.
Representative Porth said his office in Tallahassee is always open, and he introduced
Lori Plotnick, his Administrative Aide. Representative Porth said his local office address
is 1300 Coral Springs Drive, and invited everyone to the Health Fair on March 15t';
arrangements can be made for bone density tests and mammograms and to schedule
an appointment call 954-346-2810. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco commended Ms.
Plotnick on her hard work and said we are fortunate to have her present at our
meetings.
Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco acknowledged Jeremy Ring and explained in November
2006, she and City Manager Miller discussed a 'Reach Out and Touch Everyone
Program' whereby we would invite elected officials to come and speak to the Mayor and
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City Commission. It is important for Tamarac to build these relationships and we
appreciate the Representatives and Senators taking their time to come to Tamarac.
b. Representative Jim Waldman spoke about property tax reform and said there are
inequities between homesteaded and non -homesteaded properties. Representative
Waldman said he served in local government for 10 years and there is not the monetary
waste that is perceived by the State; he will fight unfunded mandates. Representative
Waldman spoke of the proposal to roll back property taxes to the 2001 level and then
increase based on the CPI and increased population in each community, and added the
sales tax proposal is a mistake; we will tax ourselves out of business. Money will go to
Tallahassee and will not come back to the municipalities. Representative Waldman
said he has been appointed to serve on the Committee for Healthy Seniors, and there is
a Bill pending, which he is not in favor of, that would coordinate managed health care
for Medicaid patients; anything that does not provide for a choice of care is not good for
the people. Representative Waldman said he is also on the Committee for Financial
Institutions, Urban and Local Affairs Committee, which will deal with the property tax
issues and is made up of prior local elected officials, and he also is on the
Intergovernmental Joint Relations Committee, to coordinate plans between State,
Federal and Local Governments. Additionally he was appointed to the Nominating
Committee for the PSC. Representative Waldman introduced his Legislative Aide,
Rona Silverman and said his office in Coconut Creek is open to all; 954-956-5600.
Commissioner Sultanof asked Representative Waldman to be a good watchdog in
Tallahassee for us and added we must not be put in a position of losing our Home Rule.
Commissioner Sultanof said he is concerned about adding another $25,000 to
homestead exemption. Tamarac has lowered its millage rate for the last five years and
we also made sure there is an additional $25,000 senior discount on homestead
exemption for those who earn under $23,000 per year. Commissioner Sultanof said he
does not want to see the Republican Majority strip us of our budgets. Representative
Waldman agreed and explained he does not feel there is a lot of support for the
additional homestead exemption. Home Rule is critical and when the Bill comes out he
believes we will see a lot of changes. Commissioner Sultanof said the sales tax is a
regressive tax and there are other ways to accomplish what needs to be done.
Commissioner Dressler said there is no greater value to the residents than to have
somebody in Tallahassee with a background in local government, and he appreciates
Representative Waldman's candor. Commissioner Dressler questioned the benefit to
large corporate entities with regard to the tax cap and Representative Waldman said the
ones who will suffer most are the ones who least can afford it; Tallahassee appears to
be more bipartisan than in the past. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said she hopes while
Representative Waldman is in Tallahassee he remembers what it is like to represent a
municipality. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco added City Manager Miller is president of the
BCCMA and is doing an excellent job in light of the issues before us, getting information
to the elected officials and City Managers.
City Manager Miller said Representatives Porth and Waldman have been generous with
their time and the BCCMA has come up with realistic proposals for tax reform, which
BCCMA believes can occur without damaging the cities.
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Representative Waldman said it is important for the public to participate in the process
and keep in contact with their representatives in Tallahassee; however, when sending
e-mails, please keep them brief and to the point.
Senator Ring said he is Vice -Chair of the Higher Education Appropriations Committee,
Vice -Chair of the Policy Committee, and has been selected to serve on the Judiciary
Committee, Agriculture Committee, Commerce Committee, Joint Legislative Audit
Committee, and a new Committee regarding Sunsetting. Senator Ring said he does not
support the Republican Bill to remove the property tax in favor of a sales tax and it does
not appear to have much momentum in the Senate. Senator Ring said he believes
there will be caps, but not just on cities and counties; there also must be a cap on state
spending. Everyone must go to Tallahassee and rally against these Bills. The League
of Cities needs the strongest lobbying efforts they have ever had. There is no
momentum for the Homestead Exemption to be raised to $50,000; it would bankrupt
some of the smaller counties in the northern part of the State. There has been a lot of
talk regarding business plans for cities and we need to look closely at a more universal
method of appraising property. These issues will have a direct affect on city services.
Commissioner Dressler questioned the business plan and Senator Ring said it would be
reviewed by constituents, and many cities already have business plans. City Manager
Miller added it is part of the Sterling process and department heads are beginning to
work on business plans. Senator Ring said he does not disagree with Tamarac's
position regarding tax caps.
Commissioner Atkins -Grad left the room at 9:45 a.m. and returned at 9:49 a.m.
Commissioner Dressler asked Senator Ring if we could count on his vote against caps
and Senator Ring said while he could make no commitment until he sees the final plan,
he does not support the 2001 roll back or getting rid of the property tax in favor of a
sales tax. Commissioner Sultanof said he hopes Senator Ring is fighting for us in
Tallahassee and asked Senator Ring to let Tamarac know when it would be appropriate
to go to Tallahassee. Senator Ring said he has a traveling office and he is available to
speak to the homeowner associations. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco expressed her
appreciation to having two Representatives and one Senator and their Aides here today
and said it is great to hear their views and keep the lines of communication open.
Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco moved out of the regular order of business on the agenda
to take up Item 1(f).
f. Presentation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco of a proclamation declaring
February 28, 2007 as "Sam Schwartz Day" in the City of Tamarac. (Requested by BSO
Chief Ken Dugger) Sam Schwartz accepted and said he greatly appreciates all the help
the City has given him. BSO Chief Dugger said Sam Schwartz has always been a good
friend to the Sheriffs Office and is a wonderful person to have on board; Sam Schwartz
has always been 'part of the solution'. BSO Chief Dugger presented Sam Schwartz
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with a Certificate of Appreciation from Sheriff Ken Jenne. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco
thanked Sam Schwartz for attending this morning's meeting.
City Attorney Goren left the room at 9:55 a.m. and returned at 9:58 a.m.
Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco moved back into the regular order of business on the
agenda.
C. Presentation to Mayor and City Commission by Water Plant Superintendent John
Harvey of Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Water Treatment Plant
Operations Excellence Award. (Requested by Director of Utilities Ray Gagnon.) Mayor
Flansbaum-Talabisco said this award really belongs to the Utilities Department; it is
because of their hard work that we have received this award.
d. Presentation to Mayor and City Commission by Laboratory Manager Fran Oney
of American Water Works Association (AWWA) Award for Conservation. (Requested
by Director of Utilities Ray Gagnon.) Lab Manager Oney complimented Water
Conservation Specialist Franqui on his work and efforts toward the City's commitment to
a culture of conservation. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said the Commission is on
record regarding Tamarac's feelings about water conservation and greening, and will do
anything it can to preserve our wonderful planet for future generations. Director of
Utilities Gagnon said we have the best water in five states, and acknowledged the
Utilities staff for their dedication to make this award possible, and for the Mayor and City
Commission's constant commitment to conservation.
e. Presentation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco of a proclamation proclaiming
March as "Purchasing Month". (Requested by Purchasing/Contracts Manager Keith
Glatz.) Purchasing/Contracts Manager Glatz accepted. Purchasing/Contracts Manager
Glatz said an important function of purchasing is to conserve our fiscal resources, and
he appreciates all the support given to the Purchasing Division. Purchasing/Contracts
Manager Glatz introduced the Purchasing Staff.
g. Presentation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco of Employee Service Awards:
5-year Award: Thuy (Tina) Wadsworth, Revenue Analyst — Financial Services
10-year Awards: Lance Moll, Parks Superintendent — Parks & Recreation; Jeffrey
Moral, Fire Division Chief — Fire Rescue; Charlene Nevadomski, Special Events
Manager — Parks & Recreation; William Pendegar, Chief Plumbing Inspector,
Building/Code Compliance; Joseph Scimeca, Sr., Senior Code Officer — Building/Code
Compliance
20-year Awards: Timothy Brown, Lieutenant — Fire Rescue; Scott London, Operations
Manager — Utilities; James Megna, Lieutenant — Fire Rescue
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REPORTS
2. City Commission: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco reported on the Town Hall
meeting on February 26th at the Tamarac Community Center, attended by 310 people,
wherein Representative Porth, Senator Ring, Senator Wexler and County
Commissioner Ritter discussed various issues. The Tamarac Community Center is
always packed with residents utilizing our programs, and looking at the budget we can
see where our funds go; toward programs that are enjoyed by many and are very
important to keep intact. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco reported she met with Lou Pratt,
Executive Director of the Community Christian Church, and she was told that Saturday
is Volunteer Day for the Church. One hundred people are going out into the Tamarac
Community to volunteer: at the Convalescent Rehabilitation Facility, Fire Station #15,
Broward Sheriffs Office, and Vanguard Village, where they will paint and restore
linoleum and remove moldy ceilings. When the Church said they were moving into the
City, Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked them to be a good community partner, and
they have proven that they are. They will also volunteer at the opening of the Aquatic
Center on Saturday. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco introduced students from Barry
University who are working on a Special Services Program — I.C.E. (In Case of
Emergency).
Commissioner Atkins -Grad held her report in abeyance until the next meeting.
Commissioner Sultanof congratulated Assistant City Manager Phillips who appeared
before the County Commission with regard to the Land Preservation Grant, and
received nine out of 12 votes in favor of the grant. Commissioner Sultanof said we have
received an award for our budget for the past 12 years and he does not want
Tallahassee to say we do not know how to put a budget together. Most people do not
realize we dropped the millage rate in Tamarac and have not raised taxes over the last
five years. When people receive their TRIM Notice they should realize Tamarac's
portion of the tax bill is very small. If there are inequities in the TRIM Notice you must
call the property appraiser's office and/or file an appeal.
Commissioner Dressler said he appreciates hearing Representative Porth's comments
with regard to terror free investment issues. Commissioner Dressler said he is a
Trustee for the Florida League of Cities' Pension Trust and at the next Trustees' Board
meeting he will make a formal request that they support and adopt Representative
Porch's initiative. Commissioner Dressler thanked the Mayor and City Commission for
inviting state level representatives to Tamarac.
Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said going to Tallahassee this year is more important than
ever.
3. City Attorney: City Attorney Goren reported the settlement for the Southern
Coatings Case has been accomplished, and all that is left is receipt of the signed
documents from the Court. City Attorney Goren thanked the Mayor and City
Commission for their patience and stamina throughout the process. City Attorney
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Goren spoke of SB1904 that suggests every Special District is suspect of being
sunsetted subject to review of the legislature. This Bill is worth following and may
impact Broward County and Tamarac.
Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said City Manager Miller has done a terrific job as
President of the BCCMA and the feedback she has gotten with regard to City Manager
Miller has been spectacular. People are assured and confident that the proposals City
Manager Miller and the BCCMA came up with are right on point. Along with Financial
Services Director Chapman, the Financial Services Department and City Manager Staff,
many extra hours have been logged, and Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said she is
hopeful all this work will go towards the right end. Additionally, this puts Tamarac in the
forefront of the issues because our City Manager is leading the charge.
4. City Manager: City Manager Miller reported the groundbreaking ceremony for
the Tamarac Sports Complex Expansion Project took place with 100 guests present,
and construction is under way. Parks and Recreation reports that on March 2 we will
hold our Twilight Concert at the Tamarac Sports Complex, and on Saturday we will hold
our 'Splash Into Fun' Grand Opening Celebration at the Caporella Aquatic Center on
58th Street. The ribbon cutting will be held at 11:00 a.m. and festivities will take place
from Noon -- 3:00 p.m. On Friday, March 91h 'Taste of Japan' will be held at the
Tamarac Community Center from 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m., where artists from Challenger
Elementary School will display their artwork.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
5. Debra Fleischman, 8612 NW 79th Street asked who she could contact about the
blue chemical that was being sprayed on the golf course, said the developer promised
to fix the walls at Woodmont before the next hurricane season, and spoke of break-ins
in neighborhood homes. Public Works Director Strain explained the golf course is
spraying for weeds, and to be sure they are licensed to spray he suggested Ms.
Fleischman contact the County DEP. Commissioner Dressler spoke about the entryway
issue, which needs to be addressed, and said he would ask staff to follow up on this.
The spray is a weed killing defoliant. City Manager Miller suggested Ms. Fleischman
speak with BSO Chief Dugger regarding the break-ins.
David Morris, 7430 Corkwood Circle, spoke against the proposed hotel in Woodmont
and read a statement into the record, a copy of which is attached and incorporated
herein. Commissioner Dressler said he appreciated Mr. Morris' comments; however,
the application has been withdrawn and a new one will have to be resubmitted. Mr.
Morris complimented the Mayor and City Commission on the way Tamarac government
is run.
CONSENT AGENDA
6. Commissioner Sultanof seconded by Commissioner Dressler moved approval of
all items on the consent agenda. On roll call Commissioner Sultanof voted "yes",
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Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", and
Commissioner Dressler "yes". Motion carried.
a. APPROVE the minutes of the February 14, 2007 Regular City Commission
meeting.
APPROVED
b. PURCHASE OF DATA CENTER EQUIPMENT: (TR11127) Purchasing data
center equipment to house the City's network, telecommunications and data processing
systems in the new Utilities -IT building from Dell - APC, utilizing State of Florida
Contract #250-000-03-1; authorizing an expenditure in an amount not to exceed
$91,674.43.
RESOLUTION NO. R2007-15
C. PURCHASE OF UPGRADED LIGHTING — TAMARAC SPORTS COMPLEX
FIELDS 7 AND 8: (TR11131) Purchasing upgraded lighting for the Tamarac Sports
Complex Fields 7 and 8 at a cost not to exceed $185,565, from Musco Sports Lighting,
LLC, utilizing the City of Jacksonville, Florida Bid #SC-0511-06 Price Agreement
Contract for Park and Playground Equipment; approving funding from the appropriate
capital improvement and grant accounts.
RESOLUTION NO. R2007-16
d. DISPOSITION OF CERTAIN SURPLUS EQUIPMENT: (TR11134) Declaring
certain equipment and material as surplus and directing that equipment be disposed via
sale through established Internet markets to be selected; or by the means deemed to be
most practicable; placing all proceeds into the appropriate fund from which the assets
were originally purchased.
RESOLUTION NO. R2007-17
e. BROWARD COUNTY TREE PRESERVATION TRUST FUND GRANT:
(TR11135) Accepting the Broward County Tree Preservation Trust Fund Grant in an
amount up to $11,700; authorizing the appropriate City officials to execute an
agreement between the City of Tamarac and Broward County for the Tree Preservation
Grant Funds; authorizing budget amendments as needed for proper accounting
purposes.
RESOLUTION NO. R2007-18
f. GRANT APPLICATION AND AGREEMENT — EMERGENCY NAME REGISTRY
AND WELLNESS CHECK PROJECT: (TR11138) Submitting an application to the
Florida Department of Community Affairs for Emergency Management Preparedness
and Assistance Trust Fund (EMPATF) Municipal Competitive Grant Program funds for
the Emergency Name Registry and Wellness Check Project in the amount of $17,547
providing for a 2 to 1 match of $35,093 in local funds for a total project cost of $52,640
in the event of approval of the application; providing for acceptance of the award and
executing of documents upon approval.
RESOLUTION NO. R2007-19
g. EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT TRUST FUND: (TR11143) Supporting the
2006 amendment to Section 212.12, F.S., that allows sales and use tax dealers to
forego the collection allowance they are entitled to and transfer that money to the
Educational Enhancement Trust Fund, and urging eligible Broward County sales and
tax use dealers to participate in this initiative for the benefit of Broward County Schools;
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directing the City Clerk to provide a copy to the Broward County School Board, Tamarac
Chamber of Commerce, and other interested parties.
RESOLUTION NO. R2007-20
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
REGULAR AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARINGS 9:00 A.M. OR THEREAFTER
7. LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENT - WOODMONT: (T02133) Motion to adopt
Ordinance on first reading approving an application to the City of Tamarac
Comprehensive Land Use Plan in accordance with Chapter 163, and specifically
Section 163.3184 Florida Statutes; specifically pertaining to a Regular -Scale Land Use
Plan Amendment proposal by Woodmont Country Club Inc., to change the land use
designation of the land, located south of NW 81 Street, west of University Drive, north of
NW 75 Street, and east of Pine Island Road from commercial recreation to medium high
(16-21 du/ac) residential to accommodate the future development of a total of four -
hundred forty-eight (448) dwelling units consisting of one -hundred ninety-two age
restricted dwelling units and two -hundred fifty-six (256) non -age restricted dwelling units
at a proposed density of 17.5 dwelling units per acre (gross) (Case No. 4-LUA-06);
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. City
Attorney Goren read a letter into the record from Michael A. Woodman, AICP, Senior
Planner, Rhon Ernest -Jones Consulting Engineers, Inc., (a copy of which is attached
and incorporated as port of these minutes) requesting that Items 7 and 8 be removed
from the agenda. City Commissioner Dressler seconded by Commissioner Atkins -Grad
moved to have T02133 read into the record on first reading by title. On roll call
Commissioner Dressler voted "yes", Commissioner Sultanof "yes", Commissioner
Atkins -Grad "yes", and Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes". Motion carried. Attorney
Goren read Temporary Ordinance 2133 on first reading by title. Mayor Flansbaum-
Talabisco opened the public hearing and closed the public hearing.
8. DEVELOPMENT_ AGREEMENT WOODMONTCOUNTRY CLUB, INC.:
(T02134) Motion to adopt ordinance on first reading approving that certain development
agreement more particularly described on attached Exhibit "A," by and between the City of
Tamarac, Florida, and Woodmont Country Club, Inc., a Florida corporation, as developer,
in accordance with the Florida Local Government Development Agreement Act; providing
for fulfillment of the requirements set forth in Section 163.3227, Florida Statutes; providing
consistency with the comprehensive plan and land development regulations of the City of
Tamarac, Broward County, Florida; providing for recordation of the development
agreement; providing for modification or revocation of the development agreement to
comply with subsequently enacted state and federal laws; providing for enforcement of the
development agreement; providing for severability; providing for conflicts; and, providing
an effective date. City Attorney Goren said it is not necessary to read this item into the
record as this item is moot, since both items have been withdrawn and this one is no
longer applicable.
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ORDINANCES -- SECOND READINGS
9. AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO REPLACE THE TERM
"OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE TAX" OR "OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE" WITH "LOCAL
BUSINESS TAX" OR "LOCAL BUSINESS LICENSE": (TO2130) Motion to adopt
Ordinance on second reading amending the City Code of Ordinances to replace the
term "Occupational License Tax" or "Occupational License" with "Local Business Tax" or
"Local Business License"; specifically amending Sections 12-26(b), 12-47 and 12-48 to
reference "Local Business Tax Receipts;" providing for codification. City Attorney Goren
read Temporary Ordinance 2130 on second reading by title. Commissioner Sultanof
seconded by Commissioner Atkins -Grad moved adoption. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco
opened the public hearing and with no one wishing to speak, closed the public hearing.
On roll call Commissioner Atkins -Grad voted "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes",
Commissioner Sultanof "yes", and Commissioner Dressler "yes". Motion carried.
ADOPTED ON FIRST READING - FEBRUARY 14, 2007
ADOPTED ON SECOND READING — FEBRUARY 28, 2007
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2007-06
10. AMENDING CHAPTER 16, PENSION AND RETIREMENT, ARTICLE VI,
DIVISION 4: (TO2132) Motion to adopt Ordinance on second reading amending
Chapter 16, Pension and Retirement, Article VI, Division 4 Section 16-493 to provide for
an increase in drop participation from three (3) years to five (5) years not to exceed
thirty years of employment and to remove repealed back drop provisions; amending
Section 16-503 of Division 4 to provide an increase in annual cost of living adjustments
from two percent to two and one -quarter percent; adding Section 16-516 of Division 4 to
provide a supplemental pension benefit in lieu of payment for accrued sick leave;
providing for a savings clause; providing for codification. City Attorney Goren read
Temporary Ordinance 2132 on second reading by title. Commissioner Sultanof
seconded by Commissioner Dressler moved adoption. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco
opened the public hearing. Joe Schreiber, 10504 E. Clairmont Circle asked for an
explanation of the item and City Manager Miller said this is associated with the
bargaining agreement for IAFF. With no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Flansbaum-
Talabisco closed the public hearing. On roll call Commissioner Dressler voted "yes",
Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", and
Commissioner Sultanof "yes". Motion carried.
ADOPTED ON FIRST READING - FEBRUARY 14, 2007
ADOPTED ON SECOND READING — FEBRUARY 28, 2007
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2007-07
11. AMENDING ORDINANCE 0-2007-02 RELATED TO THE REFERENDUM AND
ANNEXATION OF THAT PORTION OF UNINCORPORATED BROWARD COUNTY
KNOWN AS BONIELLO GARDENS: (TO2131) Motion to adopt Ordinance on second
reading amending Ordinance No. 0-2007-02 related to the referendum and annexation
of that portion of unincorporated Broward County known as Boniello Gardens, legally
described in Exhibit "A" which is attached hereto; providing for notice of advertisement
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of the referendum election to be published in accordance with the laws of the State of
Florida, the Code of Ordinances, and the Charter of the City of Tamarac, Florida;
providing that this Ordinance, when adopted, shall be submitted to the qualified electors
of the area proposed to be annexed, in March, 2007 pursuant to a mail ballot to be held
at a time to be determined by the Broward County Supervisor of Elections, and shall
become effective as provided by the law; providing for the place and places where said
election is to be held. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Ordinance 2131, Revision
1, on second reading by title. Commissioner Sultanof seconded by Commissioner
Atkins -Grad moved adoption. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco opened the public hearing
and with no one wishing to speak, closed the public hearing. City Attorney Goren
explained there is a companion State Bill on this matter and if the mail ballot is
successful in March, the Boniello property will be taken out of the Bill. On roll call Mayor
Flansbaum-Talabisco voted "yes", Commissioner Sultanof "yes", Commissioner
Dressler "yes", and Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes". Motion carried.
ADOPTED ON FIRST READING - FEBRUARY 14, 2007
ADOPTED ON SECOND READING — FEBRUARY 28, 2007
ORDINANCE NO.O-2007-08
QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS
There were no quasi-judicial hearings scheduled for this meeting.
END OF QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS
END OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
There being no further business to come before the Mayor and City Commission, Mayor
Flansbaum-Talabisco adjourned the regular meeting of the City Commission at 10:50
am.
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City Clerk
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STATEMENT to CITY COMMISSION of TAMARAC, FLORIDA
According to recent newspaper reports developer Mark Schmidt, owner
of the Woodmont Country Club has appealed the negative decision made
by the City of Tamarac's planning board regarding his proposal for a
$60 million development on that property. His appeal proposes a
"scaling down" of the development. This "scaling down" completely
ignores the fundamental wrongness of the proposal. His project is
inappropriate for the following reasons:
1. When the Woodmont Country Club area was first being
developed in the 1970's and 180's the several private
builder/developers sold condominium units and individual
homes largely to retirees or those who were looking to own a
vacation home in anticipation of retirement later on. Some
were speculators who soon turned over the new property for
profit. Those who lived in the properties seasonally or year
`round had the express purpose of enjoying a pleasant Florida
lifestyle in a country club setting. The locality could be
expected to be stable and as active members they would have
some say if there were any changes impending for their local
environment or lifestyle.
During the decades that followed, a new wave of
home buyers appeared. Most are younger than the first wave of retirees
and soon -to -be retired seniors. They are in many cases actively pursuing
their careers and raising their families. They chose the Woodmont area
with great attention to its excellent location, the availability of schools,
libraries, shopping, parks, theaters, recreational facilities and medical
services, which in large measure have appeared since the country club
was first constituted. The Broward and Coral Springs Performing Arts
Centers, the Bank Atlantic Center, Frank Sinatra Theater, Sawgrass
Mills and the building of the Tamarac Community Center and an new,
larger library facility, Tamarac Cinema 5 and a host of others projects
testify to the growth and diversification of life activities available the
immediate area. Add in the completion of interstates 595' and 75 which
improved access to Port Everglades, I-95 and the Fort
Lauderdale/Hollywood International airport and the widening of
Alligator Alley improving travel to the Keys and west coast of Florida;
these all have materially upgraded the attractiveness of the City of
Tamarac and the Woodmont CC scene for younger householders looking
to become residents in this part of South Florida.
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2. Mr. Mark Schmidt's proposed development of the Woodmont
Country Club facility would materially change the purpose
and spirit of the Woodmont area. His proposed hotel and
condo complex, accompanied by increased traffic, noise and
air pollution levels befitting a business/commercial zone, will
materially impair the safety and quality of life for all who
reside there. The small size of the condos hardly qualifies
them as genuine residences; they appear to me to be highly
suitable for rentals to transients. This is of real concern for
the parents of young children residing in the Woodmont area.
With large numbers of adult transients coming, overnighting
and taking part in various recreations within the Woodmont
neighborhood, resident parents should be concerned about
whom they are. Vigilant supervision of ones children, even in
gated enclaves, would be wise for Woodmont area parents
under such circumstances. But this is not what they
anticipated when they signed for their properties.
3. During the construction phase of Mr. Schmid's project the
impact upon all Woodmont residents, especially senior citizens
and the very young, would approach intolerable levels.
Residents could expect disruptions of the flow of traffic,
increased noise, dust, and odor levels in the area. Residents
living along 80t" Ave, 75th St. NW and the 77* NW and 82'
NW St. routes to University Drive will feel the greatest
impact. It may be argued that those conditions will pass, but
they are much too large a price for the current residents, who
will neither benefit from the activity around them nor the
results.
4. It is difficult for those of us who have watched this
businessman allow the food, sports and social programs of the
Woodmont Country Club diminish year by year to believe his
comments in reference to his proposal, "It's of benefit to the
community" and "We think it's a good move." A good move
for Tamarac's residents? Hardly. The facts indicate
otherwise. Reportedly, many dues -paying members of his
country club do not approve of his version of country club life.
I urge a resoundin "NO" vote on this matter_ Let Mr.
Schmidt seek to enlarge his fortune elsewhere. Let him seek a
buyer for the property which, in the eyes of so many, has been
ill -managed throughout his period of ownership.
Respectfully,
David J. Morris, 7430 Corkwood Cir. Resident since 1989.
RHON ERNEST JONES
CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
CIVIL ENGINEERS io LAND PLANNERS
TRANSPORTATION PLANNERS o, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
February 26, 2007
CITY OF TAMARAC
Community Development Department
7525 NW 88u Avenue
Tamarac, FL 33321
Attn: Jennifer K. Bramley, Director
Re: WOODMONT COUNTRY CLUB — Re u st to ithdra
Our Job No: 05-0909-0100
Dear Ms,
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Per this afternoon's meeting with City staff, I am requesting to withdraw the Land Use
Plan Amendment and Development Agreement for the above -referenced property. In
conjunction with staff and after adjustments are made to each document, we will re-
-submit-far-the-City's-consideration. --
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions or need additional
information.
Sincerely,
r
Michael A. Woodman, AICP
Senior Planner
CC: Mark Schmidt — Woodmont Country Club
Mike Jarman — Woodmont Country Club
Jeffrey Miller — City Manager
Michael Cernech — Deputy City Manager
Samuel Goren — City Attorney
DJ Doody — City Attorney
Dennis Mele — Ruden McCloskey
Laura Coffy -- Ruden McCloskey
James Centanni — Astodno
Jose Baella — Astorino
Tom Benedict —The Benedict Group
Phillip Bogdal - EcoPian
File — 05-0909
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