HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-08-23 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY HALL CHAMBERS
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 23, 2006
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco called the regular meeting of the City
Commission to order at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 23, 2006 in Chambers at
Tamarac City Hall, 7525 N.W. 88t" Avenue, Tamarac, FL.
PRESENT: Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Vice Mayor Edward C. Portner,
Commissioner Patte Atkins -Grad, Commissioner Marc L. Sultanof and Commissioner
Harry Dressler.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Jeffrey L. Miller, City Attorney Samuel S. Goren, and
City Clerk Marion Swenson.
Commissioner Marc L. Sultanof led the pledge of allegiance.
INTRODUCTION
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
a. Presentation by Broward County Mayor Graber of a $150,000 check to the City
of Tamarac for Southgate Linear Park; presentation deferred to the September 13, 2006
commission meeting.
b. Presentation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco of a proclamation commending and
congratulating Tamarac Firefighter/Paramedics for their performance at the 2006 ALS
Competition. EMS Division Chief Sheridan accepted, introduced the team members
and said they have done an outstanding job. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said it is a
wonderful thing seeing a professional do their job and there are no words to express her
appreciation.
C. Presentation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco of a proclamation proclaiming
September 1 -- 11, 2006 as International Association of Fire Fighters Week and Lt.
Megna accepted.
d. Presentation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco of a proclamation to J. Christopher
King, Director of Community Development, commending Mr. King on his
accomplishments for the City of Tamarac and wishing Mr. King well in his future
endeavors. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said Tamarac's loss is Fairfax County,
Virginia's gain, and thanked Director of Community Development King for all he has
done for the City. Community Development Director King accepted and said he would
not be here today if he had not been hired by Jeff Miller 11 years ago, and worked side
by side with him. Director of Community Development King said it has been a pleasure
and honor working with the executive team and the rest of the City employees,
acknowledged his staff Elena Prescott, Pat Spitzer, Judy Yacobellis, and Debbie Ross,
and wished them well in their endeavors.
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e. Presentation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco of Employee Service Awards:
5-Year Awards: Mark Brown, Groundskeeper 1, Parks and Recreation; Robert
Charlton, (Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco congratulated Mr. Charlton for his service to the
City both for the current five years and prior years of service.) Water Plant Operator A,
Utilities; George Conroy, Landscape Supervisor, Public Works; Judith Henry,
Administrative Coordinator, Human Resources; Nicholas Pyke, Firefighter 4, Fire
Rescue
10-Year Awards: Janet Destefano, Customer Service Representative II, Finance; John
Engwiller, Public Works Superintendent, Public Works Michael Regits, Firefighter 1, Fire
Rescue; Sadhana Swaroop, Human Resources Support Specialist ll, Human
Resources; Natalie Turner, Lieutenant 3, Fire Rescue
20-Year Awards: Joseph Hughes, III, Construction Superintendent, Utilities and
Anthony Morton, Utility Services Representative, Utilities
25-Year Awards: Paul Kelly, Firefighter 1, Fire Rescue; Paul Kinney, Driver Engineer
1, Fire Rescue; Rex Van Mehren, Lieutenant 1, Fire Rescue; Jeffrey Wasylink,
Firefighter 1, Fire Rescue
Representative Ari Porth appeared and acknowledged his Aide, Laurie Plotnick.
Representative Porth thanked the Mayor and City Commission and residents of
Tamarac for returning him to his position as State Representative unopposed this past
July. Representative Porth said he does not take his job lightly and if there is anything
he can do for Tamarac he is always available. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said he has
been available 24/7 and all his efforts on behalf of Tamarac are greatly appreciated.
2. City Commission: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco welcomed everyone back from
the summer hiatus and added the commissioners were working diligently in their
districts and attended several conferences. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said she and
Deputy City Manager Cernech were invited to Millennium Middle School's morning kick-
off to talk about their collaboration and partnership with the City of Tamarac. Mayor
Flansbaum-Talabisco added Millennium was an "A" school and hoped to be one again
next year. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco visited the Broward County EOC in preparation
for the hurricane season. The 'Hook A Kid On Golf program just completed its second
year with over 25 kids in attendance for beginner and second time classes. On the final
day all were out on the course with Woodland volunteers at the Woodlands Country
Club, as well as the Pro and Assistant Pro. All children received a set of golf clubs, hats
and balls, with head covers donated by the Marlins Baseball Team. Mayor Flansbaum-
Talabisco said she hoped to continue this program in coming years.
Vice Mayor Portner said yesterday he attended the County Commission meeting where
the Sabal Palm and Monterey Golf Course Land Use Modification was voted on; it
passed by an 8-0 vote. Vice Mayor Portner said Director of Community Development
King is about to embark on a career in Fairfax County, Virginia, and it is Vice Mayor
Portner's hope that Director of Community Development King will shine as brightly as
he has in Tamarac. Vice Mayor Portner quoted Admiral Rickover, "Good ideas and
innovation must be driven into existence by courageous patience", and Walt Disney, "it
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is kind of fun to do the impossible." Vice Mayor Portner thanked Director of Community
Development King for all he has done for the City of Tamarac.
Commissioner Atkins -Grad said this has been an exciting summer. It was her first year
attending the League of Cities conference and she met many other elected officials, and
she is the Education Liaison from Tamarac. Commissioner Atkins -Grad said she will
miss Director of Community Development King.
Commissioner Dressler said he held a commissioner's briefing regarding the Southgate
Gardens restoration project, and Tamarac is a City with a heart; we try to do things
other cities do not. There has been incredible involvement of staff, City Manager,
Deputy City Manager and Social Services Supervisor Cure-Persad. Tamarac tries to
bring every resource possible to people undergoing a considerable variety of hardships.
Commissioner Dressler said he is honored to have been selected as the delegate to the
Broward League of Cities Advocacy Committee, to present important issues to the
legislature, such as hurricane disaster issues, water issues, school funding, and
communication. Commissioner Dressler said it was his privilege and pleasure to attend
the Florida League of Cities' Annual Convention and he participated in several
workshops, which were meaningful and afforded him the opportunity to meet fellow
elected officials.
Commissioner Sultanof said Director of Community Development King will be sorely
missed by the Mayor and City Commission and staff, and Mr. King's leaving is a loss to
the City. Commissioner Sultanof wished Director of Community Development King well.
Commissioner Sultanof addressed City Manager Miller and said his guidance into
Tamarac's future is admirable. City Manager Miller has spearheaded a new utilities
building, a linear park, working with City Furniture for them to donate land for the
enhancement of Sunset Point Park, helping to bring into Tamarac and Broward County
a one of a kind facility via the Diabetic and Burn Unit next to University Hospital and the
Imaging and Diagnostic Building on the campus of University Hospital. Under City
Manager Miller's direction, I.T. is moving forward and keeping the city working well.
Additionally, City Manager Miller has worked diligently on the Main Street Project and
will bring Tamarac into the future. Commissioner Sultanof said City Manager Miller has
a vision and is working toward incorporating a Performing Arts Building in an
appropriate place in the Main Street Project. Commissioner Sultanof said City Manager
Miller works extremely well with the Mayor and City Commission and staff and he has
kept our infrastructure together. City Manager Miller advises the Mayor and City
Commission and the Mayor and City Commission consent and he leads the Mayor and
City Commission well. With all that is taking place in Tamarac, it is the fastest growing
city in Broward County because of all City Manager Miller is doing to enhance Tamarac,
going into the future. We now have a harmonious commission who will move forward
with City Manager Miller. City Manager Miller's dedication and devotion to Tamarac has
earned the respect of the Mayor and City Commission.
3. City Attorney: City Attorney Goren reported on SB 80 which was signed into law
this past June, and has to do with disclaimer language as it pertains to e-mails. City
Attorney Goren reported on the disposition of the Armstrong case, in favor of the City,
and commended staff on the many hours of diligent work put forth to get to this point.
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City Attorney Goren spoke of the addition of Item 6(n) to the consent agenda, with
regard to educating the public relative to the upcoming Charter Referendum.
4. City Manager: City Manager Miller thanked Commissioner Sultanof for his kind
words, and added staff plays a very important role in all the accomplishments alluded to
in Commissioner Sultanofs report. City Manager Miller wished Director of Community
Development King a fond farewell and God speed in Fairfax County, Virginia. City
Manager Miller said there are a lot of important issues on the agenda, none more
important than the Main Street Architectural Guidelines, which will spell out how Main
Street will look over time. It is fitting that on Director of Community Development King's
last day with the City these guidelines will be put before the Mayor and City Commission
for a vote, as well as the initial proposal for the first project to be built on Main Street.
City Manager Miller complimented the developer and staff for working closely together
in a very congenial relationship.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
5. Odiel Feyers, 7421 NW 70 Avenue, Tamarac, spoke of the traffic calming
devices on 70th Avenue and said cars are still cutting through the area and speeding.
Mr. Feyers asked for police protection. City Manager Miller said the City will continue to
review the situation and asked for BSO to police the area and make recommendations.
Commissioner Dressler thanked Mr. Feyers for his comments and said both he and staff
met with the homeowner associations in Heathgate Sunflower on numerous occasions
to discuss this project. Commissioner Dressler said from the beginning he did not think
the traffic calming devices would prevent people from cutting through the neighborhood
or speeding; he is aware of the need for traffic enforcement in that area.
Vice Mayor Portner thanked Angela Bauldree, Housing Administrator for the
presentation made at the Bermuda Club.
Joe Schreiber, 10504 E Clairmont Circle, Tamarac, asked for an explanation of Item
6(b) as well as Items 7 and 8 on today's agenda. City Manager Miller said Item 6(b)
was discussed in detail at the workshop meeting, but he would arrange for a private
briefing. Former Mayor Schreiber spoke about a statement made by Commissioner
Sultanof at the June 26 workshop meeting with regard to the cost of sidewalk repairs,
however, Commissioner Sultanof voted for the ordinance. Commissioner Sultanof
replied he voted in concert with the Mayor and City Commission when he was told the
gated communities could also have a voice in repairs to sidewalks that go into their
communities, and have an opportunity to get some relief.
CONSENT AGENDA
6. Commissioner Dressler seconded by Commissioner Sultanof moved the addition
of Temporary Resolution 11042 as Item 6(n) to the consent agenda. City Attorney
Goren read Temporary Resolution 11042, Directing the City Manager to expend limited
public funds for the purpose of furnishing information to City residents prior to the
November 7, 2006 referendum election on the proposed Charter Amendment to change
the date of the City's municipal elections from March to November; budgeting and
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appropriating an amount not to exceed $35,000 for the purpose of funding the public
education efforts associated with the proposed Charter Amendment; finding that this
expenditure is in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare of the
citizens and residents of the City of Tamarac; authorizing the appropriate City officials to
do all things necessary to effectuate the intent of this Resolution. Commissioner
Dressler seconded by Commissioner Sultanof moved approval of all items on the
consent agenda, including Item 6(n). On roll call Commissioner Sultanof voted "yes",
Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", Commissioner
Dressler "yes", and Vice Mayor Portner "yes". Motion carried.
a. APPROVE the minutes of the July 12, 2006 Regular City Commission meeting.
APPROVED
b. TAMARAC TOWNCENTER STREET + URBAN DESIGN GUIDE: (TR10992)
Adopting the findings of the "Tamarac Towncenter Street + Urban Design Guide"
document (Case No. 2-MI-06).
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-136
C. ALLOCATION OF FLEX UNITS — MAIN STREET VILLAGE PROJECT:
(TR11016) Allocating one -hundred twenty (120) flexibility units to the Main Street
Village Project zoned MXD (Mixed -Use District) comprising approximately 5.36+/- acres
and located between NW 91 st Avenue and NW 94t" Avenue, north of Commercial
Boulevard and south of NW 57th Street within the City of Tamarac, Broward County,
Florida (Case No. 12-MI-06).
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-137
d. PLAYGROUND SHADE COVERS — SUNSET POINT PARK: (TR11017)
Purchasing additional playground shade covers for the Sunset Point Park playground at
a total cost not to exceed $29,989.88, from Shade Systems, Inc., utilizing the City of
Jacksonville, Florida, Price Agreement Contract for Park and Playground Equipment Bid
No. SC-0511-06; approving funding from the appropriate capital improvement account.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-138
e. ACCEPTING THEPARTNERSHIP (SHIP)
_ _ATE HOUSING INITIATIVE.,.
PROGRAM BUDGET: (TR11021) Accepting the State of Florida's State Housing
Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program budget in the amount of $541,572.00 by
accepting the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 allocation of the program funds to be utilized
according to the City's Local Housing Assistance Plan and Housing Delivery Goals
Chart; appropriating said funds including any and all subsequent budgetary transfers in
accordance with proper accounting standards.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-139
f. AGREEMENT — MASTER PLAN REVIEW OPEN SPACE STUDY AND NEEDS
ASSESSMENT UPDATE FOR PARKS RECREATION AND SOCIAL SERVICES
MASTER PLAN: (TR11019) Executing an agreement with Glatting, Jackson, Kercher,
Anglin, Lopez and Rinehart, Inc., for a Master Plan Review, Open Space Study, and
Needs Assessment Update for the City of Tamarac Parks, Recreation and Social
Services Master Plan for a total cost not to exceed $40,000.00; approving funding from
the appropriate Parks and Recreation account.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-140
g. ORGANIZATIONAL AND MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
AGREEMENT: (TR11024) Awarding RFP. No. 06-10R to and authorizing the
appropriate city officials to execute an agreement with Philip Centonze for the provision
of Organizational and Management Development Consulting Services to the City of
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Tamarac for a one year period at a cost not to exceed $75,000, providing for two
additional one year renewals.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-141
h. AGREEMENT FOR CITYWIDE GASOLINE: (TR11011) Executing an agreement
between the City of Tamarac and MacMillan Oil Company, Inc. for the purchase of
gasoline utilizing the City of Plantation Agreement dated September 9, 2006 through
September 8, 2007; authorizing purchase of gasoline in the quantities needed based on
the Oil Price Information Service Price Index costs at the time of delivery; authorizing
budget amendments for proper accounting purposes.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-142
i. CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY — CITY PARK DEVELOPMENT:
(TR11015) Accepting a conveyance of real property, lands commonly known as parcel
A portion of parcel "A" of the "Bruce Plat", according to the plat thereof as recorded in
Plat Book 135, Page 11 of the public records of Broward County, Florida, to secure land
to facilitate the development of a City park (Case No. 11-MI-06).
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-143
j. REQUEST FOR IN -KIND SUPPORT AND WAIVER OF ALL FEES — TASTE OF
TAMARAC EVENT: (TR11018) Approving request from the Tamarac Chamber of
Commerce for in -kind support and to waive all fees for the Taste of Tamarac event to be
held at the Tamarac Community Center on Saturday, October 21, 2006, from 12:00
p.m. to 3:00 p.m.; providing for proper insurance and execution of hold harmless
agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-144
k. TENEX ENTERPRISES AGREEMENT — McNAB ROAD BEAUTIFICATION
PROJECT: (TR11020) Approving the purchase and installation of brick pavers with
Tenex Enterprises, Inc., at a cost not to exceed $98,500.00, for the McNab Road
Median Beautification Project, utilizing pricing established in the City of Tamarac,
Florida contract Bid No. 05-2213; authorizing the City Manager to make necessary
additions, deletions or revisions to the work plan pursuant to Section 6-156 of the Code
of the City of Tamarac, Florida; authorizing budgetary transfers as necessary for proper
accounting purposes.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-145
I. UTILITY EASEMENT ENCROACHMENT AND HOLD HARMLESS
AGREEMENT — COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH PROJECT: (TR11022)
Executing a Utility Easement Encroachment and Hold Harmless Agreement with
Community Christian Church of Ft. Lauderdale, Inc., for structures and landscaping
placed within utility easements on the Community Christian Church Project site, located
at 10001 W. Commercial Blvd.; authorizing and directing the City Clerk to record said
agreement in the public records of Broward County.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-146
M. UTILITY EASEMENT ENCROACHMENT AND HOLD HARMLESS
AGREEMENT — HALL FOUNTAINS PROJECT: (TR11027) Executing a Utility
Easement Encroachment and Hold Harmless Agreement with S & S Worldwide
Properties, for structures and landscaping placed within utility easements on the Hall
Fountains Project site, located at 5500 NW 22"d Avenue; authorizing and directing the
City Clerk to record said agreement in the public records of Broward County.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-147
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n. EXPENDING LIMITED PUBLIC FUNDS TO FURNIGH INFORMATION TO CITY
RESIDENTS PRIOR TO THE NOVEMBER 7. 2006 REFERENDUM ELECTION RE:
PROPOSED CHARTER CHANGE: (TR 10042), Directing the City Manager to expend
limited public funds for the purpose of furnishing information to City residents prior to the
November 7, 2006 referendum election on the proposed Charter Amendment to change
the date of the City's municipal elections from March to November; budgeting and
appropriating an amount not to exceed $35,000 for the purpose of funding the public
education efforts associated with the proposed Charter Amendment; finding that this
expenditure is in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare of the
citizens and residents of the City of Tamarac; authorizing the appropriate City officials to
do all things necessary to effectuate the intent of this Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-148
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
REGULAR AGENDA
7. AMENDING AND RESTATING RESOLUTION R-2006-134 — AUTHORIZING
ISSUANCE OF A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT REVENUE NOTE SERIES 2006:
(TR11012) Motion to approve Resolution amending and restating Resolution No. R-
2006-134 in its entirety; authorizing the issuance of a Capital Improvement Revenue
Note, Series 2006 of the City in the principal amount of not to exceed $6,000,000 to
finance the cost of constructing improvements to the Issuer's Water and Sewer Utility;
providing that the Note shall be a limited obligation of the City payable from Non -Ad
Valorem Revenues budgeted and appropriated as provided herein; providing for the
rights, securities and remedies for the Owner of the Note; making certain covenants and
agreements in connection therewith. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution
11012 by title. Vice Mayor Portner seconded by Commissioner Dressler moved
approval. Financial Services Director Chapman gave a presentation. Vice Mayor
Portner asked if this reduces the debt service and Financial Services Director Chapman
explained the next item on the agenda will reduce the debt service. Commissioner
Sultanof questioned an $800,000 difference in interest payments and Financial Services
Director Chapman said the next item on the agenda addresses the interest.
Commissioner Dressler confirmed the choice of corporate structure of the note is
intended to reduce the cost of financing rather than the traditional bond rating. Financial
Services Director Chapman agreed private financing is less expensive than bond
issuance. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco thanked Financial Services Director Chapman
for his vision and foresight to save the taxpayers money. On roll call Commissioner
Dressler voted "yes", Commissioner Sultanof "yes", Vice Mayor Portner "yes",
Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes", and Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes". Motion
carried.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-149
8. BOND DEFEASANCE — WATER AND SEWER UTILITY REVENUE
REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1992: (TR11014) Motion to approve Resolution
providing for the use of not to exceed $1,400,000 of legally available revenues and not
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to exceed $5,500,000 of legally available impact fees, each of which derive from the
City of Tamarac, Florida Water and Sewer Utility, to purchase certain federal securities
to be deposited in an escrow account for the purpose of legally defeasing and paying
the debt service on the City's Water and Sewer Utility Revenue Refunding Bonds,
Series 1992; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of an Escrow Deposit
Agreement and appointing the Escrow Holder thereunder; authorizing publication of a
Notice of Defeasance; authorizing certain other matters in connection therewith. City
Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution 11014 by title. Vice Mayor Portner
seconded by Commissioner Sultanof moved approval. Financial Services Director
Chapman gave a presentation. Commissioner Sultanof confirmed there would be an
$800,000 savings by defeasing the note as well as an upgrade in our borrowing power.
Commissioner Dressler said this defeasance is only one element in a carefully planned
30 year budgetary time line designed to allow the City to underwrite utility infrastructure
going out a long time. On roll call Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco voted "yes",
Commissioner Dressler "yes", Commissioner Sultanof "yes", Vice Mayor Portner "yes",
and Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes". Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-150
ORDINANCES — FIRST READINGS
There were no ordinances scheduled for first reading for this meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS 9:00 A.M. OR THEREAFTER
ORDINANCES — SECOND READINGS
There were no ordinances scheduled for second reading for this meeting.
QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS
9. DEVELOPMENT ORDER AND NEW DEVELOPMENT SITE PLAN — MAIN
STREET VILLAGE PROJECT: (TR11006) Motion to approve Resolution issuing
Development Order No. 337 and granting New Development Site Plan approval to allow
the construction of one -hundred twenty (120) residential units (80 two -bedroom; 40
three -bedroom) and approximately 53,892 square feet of retail shops and restaurants,
along with associated parking, landscaping and infrastructure improvements for the
Main Street Village Project located at 9201-9301 West Commercial Boulevard and
9200-9300 NW 571" Street, and a parking waiver to reduce the required parking stall
dimensions from 10 feet by 18 feet to 9 feet by 18 feet, and authorizing the appropriate
city officials to accept and execute a blanket public safety ingress/egress easement with
B. Commercial, Inc. for the Main Street Village Project, located between NW 91 st
Avenue and NW 94th Avenue, north of Commercial Boulevard and south of NW 57th
Street, specifically a portion of tracts 15 and 16 of the "Fort Lauderdale Truck Farms
Subdivision" of Section 8, Township 49 South, Range 41 East, according to the plat
thereof as recorded in Plat Book 4, Page 31 of the public records of Broward County,
Florida; authorizing and directing the City Clerk to record said agreement in the public
records of Broward County, Florida (Case No. 5-SP-06); providing for conditions of
approval. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution 11006, Revision No. 2, by
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title. Commissioner Sultanof seconded by Vice Mayor Portner moved approval. City
Attorney Goren explained the quasi-judicial procedures and Attorney Andrew S.
Maurodis, waived his quasi-judicial rights on behalf of the applicant, Bernie Maribona.
Director of Community Development King gave a presentation and said the applicant
has agreed to additional conditions: construction of a right turn lane on Commercial
Boulevard going into the project, which must be done prior to the first certificate of
occupancy being issued, and payment of all impact fees both for the County and the
City. Vice Mayor Portner said it is with a great deal of pleasure that he looks forward
to this project, as he has been an advocate of Main Street for the past 7 years. Vice
Mayor Portner asked the developer to look for a restaurant and entertainment to be
included in the project. Mr. Maurodis thanked staff for their support. Commissioner
Dressler said this will set high standards for the project and entertainment and
restaurants are essential, strategic elements to attract people. Commissioner Dressler
asked the developer to work closely with Economic Development Officer Berns for a
restaurant and entertainment. Commissioner Atkins -Grad said she is happy the
developer is here and looks forward to the groundbreaking. Commissioner Sultanof
said there is no question that this project will attract many people from all areas. Vice
Mayor Portner said he wants this to be a quality, upscale project, with no 'golden
arches' or fast food establishments. Mr. Maurodis said the concept does not lend itself
to fast food restaurants. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked the developer if he could
describe some of the retail establishments that have expressed an interest in becoming
a part of the project and Mr. Maribona said he has had good input from the International
Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said at Monday's
workshop meeting the Mayor and City Commission spoke of greening, and while it is
not in the ordinance, she would like the developer to look into it. Mayor Flansbaum-
Talabisco asked if the out parcels will be connected to the main buildings and
questioned parking. Mr. Maribona said the buildings would be connected with covered
walkways and surface parking is for retail establishments with residential parking on the
second floor of the buildings. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said this is one of the
biggest things to happen in Tamarac in a long time and is a pivotal point in the growth of
the city. The median age of Tamarac is now 52 and this project must meet the needs of
the entire community. Vice Mayor Portner asked if this project would include affordable
housing and Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said one of the things Tamarac can hang its
hat on is that housing in the city still continues to be affordable, which is why we can
attract young families. This project is a slightly different matter. Mayor Flansbaum-
Talabisco opened the public hearing. Sean Chait, Prestige Homes, said this looks like a
great project for the City of Tamarac, equal to City Walk and Mizner Park. Mr. Chait
thanked Director of Community Development King on behalf of the developers in
Tamarac and wished him good luck in Virginia. Joe Schreiber, 10504 E Clairmont
Circle, Tamarac, asked if as a member of the Temple located on 57th Street and 91 st
Avenue he is a member of the affected class. City Attorney Goren said he is not.
Former Mayor Schreiber questioned the buildings facing Commercial Boulevard, when
the development would begin and end, the location of the development, the cost to
build, and the name of the developer. Director of Community Development King and
Mr. Maurodis responded to former Mayor Schreiber's questions as follows: there is
landscaping and parking behind the buildings, the project will run from the east side of
Eastside Bank to about 300' from the intersection of Commercial Boulevard and 91 st
Avenue, plans and permits need to be worked on before construction will begin, there is
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no definite cost figure available at this time, and the name of the company is B
Commercial Inc. With no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco
closed the public hearing. On roll call Commissioner Atkins -Grad voted "yes", Vice
Mayor Portner "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", Commissioner Sultanof "yes",
and Commissioner Dressler "yes". Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. R2006-151
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 meeting at 10:55 a.m.
Marion Swenson, CMC
City Clerk
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Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Mayor
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