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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-09-26 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING CITY HALL CHAMBERS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2007 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco called the regular meeting of the City Commission to order at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 26, 2007 in Chambers at Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88 Avenue, Tamarac, FL. PRESENT: Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Vice Mayor Marc L. Sultanof, Commissioner Edward C. Portner, Commissioner Patte Atkins -Grad, and Commissioner Harry Dressler. ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Jeffrey L. Miller, City Attorney Samuel S. Goren, and City Clerk Marion Swenson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Vice Mayor Sultanof led the pledge of allegiance. 1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco moved out of the regular order of business on the agenda to take up Items 1(b) and 1(c). b. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco proclaiming October 1 — 5, 2007 as "Customer Service Week". (Requested by Sterling Team #3 - Customer and Market Focus). Human Resources Support Specialist II Swaroop thanked the Mayor and City Commission for the proclamation and said Sterling Team #3 has been working diligently to enhance customer service through the "Play Your Part Initiative". C. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco proclaiming October 2007 as "Arts and Humanities Month". (Requested by Maureen Kohler of ArtServe). Maureen Kohler accepted and said the partnership with the City of Tamarac has exceeded all expectations. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco agreed this partnership has proven to be very successful. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco moved back into the regular order of business on the agenda. a. Presentation by Mary Anderson -Pickle, Member of the FGFOA Board of Directors, of the GFOA 2006 Distinguished Budget Award to the Financial Services Department. Financial Services Director Chapman and Management and Budget Officer Sammartino accepted. Mary Anderson Pickle made the presentation and said this is the 10th consecutive year Tamarac has received this honor. Financial Services Director Chapman expressed gratitude to his staff, commended the direction of the Mayor and City Commission and efforts of other department directors, and said this is truly a team effort. September 26, 2007 Page 1 of 11 REPORTS 2. City Commission: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco welcomed everyone to the meeting and recognized Lori Plotnick, Representative Ad Porth's assistant, and Former Mayor Joe Schreiber, as well as representatives of Tamarac communities. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco wished Commissioner Dressler an early happy birthday and congratulated Commissioner Dressler on being asked to chair the Broward League of Cities Leadership and Communication Committee. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco added that Vice Mayor Sultanof represents the City of Tamarac on the MPO and serves on the Board of University Hospital, Commissioner Portner represents Tamarac on the Alzheimer's Board and chairs the State Road 7/441 Collaborative, and Commissioner Atkins -Grad serves as our school liaison and works closely with the Kiwanis Club. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said we still have two more months to go in hurricane season and we must all be prepared, and referenced an article that appeared in the New York Times over the weekend regarding hurricane preparedness. City Manager Miller has made it into the finals in the State of Florida City Manager of the Year Award, and the winner will be announced in November. City Manager Miller has worked very hard and this year, and he had to make especially difficult decisions that were in the best interests of the citizens of Tamarac. Vice -Mayor Sultanof welcomed everyone and said he answers every call he receives, and even though Tallahassee took away home rule from the cities, we will continue to provide services to the residents and citizens. This is the best functioning Commission that Vice Mayor Sultanof has served on and when he leaves office in November 2008, while he will be sad to leave office, he will be happy knowing what he has contributed to Tamarac. Tamarac is the fastest growing city in Broward County and we are doing fantastic work. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco acknowledged Faith Dressler who was in the audience. Commissioner Portner had no report. Commissioner Atkins -Grad had no report, but said it was good to see so many people in the audience. Commissioner Dressler reported that on June 8, 2007 the `Protecting Florida Investment Act', sponsored by Representative Ari Porth, was signed into law. This Act requires the State Board Administration Assembly to list companies who are involved with prohibited businesses, involving petroleum, energy, oil, military support, terror and genocide, (such countries as Sudan and Iran). Commissioner Dressler said he serves as an appointed trustee to the Tamarac General Employees Pension Fund and at the next meeting the trustees will vote on divesting themselves from doing business with those countries; Tamarac will be the first municipal pension trust to divest itself from such companies. Commissioner Dressler said he has been appointed Master Trustee by the Florida League of Cities on the Florida General Employees Pension Trust and will carry the message of divestment to the State level soon. September 26, 2007 Page 2 of 11 3. City Attorne : City Attorney Goren reported on the current ruling in the Hersh case regarding the upcoming January 29th referendum for the super exemption. The ballot question has been deemed infirm, confusing, misleading, and unfair. The other part of the BIII regarding the formula imposed upon the cities, district and counties is not affected by this decision. Commissioner Portner questioned whether Tamarac made a mistake by not joining in this lawsuit and City Attorney Goren said significant advice was received from lobbyists, and this decision is only a step in the final outcome yet to be determined. The legislature can suggest other remedies to pass onto local government. If the state appeals to the Supreme Court that will be a venue for cities to express interest. Vice Mayor Sultanof said the populous will lose `save our homes' if they go for the super exemption. Commissioner Dressler added we are still knee deep in the process and will have an opportunity to participate. He is in favor of an amicus brief filed on behalf of the City. Commissioner Atkins -Grad said the biggest problem is that calling it a super exemption is misleading. 4. City Manager: City Manager Miller congratulated Financial Services Director Chapman, Management and Budget Officer Sammartino and the finance staff and department directors on the City's receipt of the GFOA Award. Regarding budgetary issues, Congress has a pending Bill for $610,000 for the pedestrian walkway over Pine Island Road, and we have received word from our Washington lobbyists that the Bill passed the House and is now in the Senate. There is still more work to do, and appropriations are being held up because funding is needed for the war in Iraq. Free Flu Shots for Tamarac residents will be offered on Tuesday, October 30 at the Tamarac Community Center from 9:00 a.m. — Noon. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 5. Barbara McNeil, 6961 NW 82 Court questioned who would pay to publicize the proposed Hometown Democracy amendment. City Attorney Goren said it is being sponsored by a non-profit organization and they would have to raise their own funding to publicize the amendment. Frank Steiger, 6903 NW 70 Street, spoke about his concerns with regard to age restricted communities, and the inability to sell his property to a younger family. Vice Mayor Sultanof said this was addressed previously and there is an 80/20 ruling regarding those under 55 purchasing homes in age restricted communities. City Attorney Goren said the problem is not with the Mayor and City Commission; it is a legal problem related to homeowner associations and federal guidelines. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Commissioner Dressler seconded by Commissioner Atkins -Grad moved the addition of Temp. Reso. 11297 to the consent agenda as Item 6(h). On roll call Commissioner Atkins -Grad voted "yes", Vice Mayor Sultanof "yes", Commissioner Dressler "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", and Commissioner Portner "yes". Motion carried. September 26, 2007 Page 3 of 11 Commissioner Portner asked to have Item 6(g) removed from the consent agenda for discussion. Commissioner Dressler seconded by Vice Mayor Sultanof moved approval of all items on the consent agenda except for 6(g) which was removed for discussion. On roll call Vice Mayor Sultanof voted "yes", Commissioner Dressler "yes", Mayor Flansbaum- Talabisco "yes", Commissioner Portner "yes", and Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes". Motion carried. a. APPROVE the minutes of the September 11, 2007 Regular City Commission meeting. APPROVED b. APPROVE the minutes of the September 13, 2007 Special City Commission meeting — Budget 1st Public Hearing. APPROVED C. APPROVE the minutes of the September 14, 2007 Special City Commission meeting — Main Street Assessment. APPROVED d. OPPOSING FLORIDA HOMETOWN DEMOCRACY'S PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION: (TR11291) Opposing Florida Hometown Democracy's proposed amendment to the Florida Constitution that would force voters to decide all changes to a City or County's comprehensive plan; urging municipalities throughout Broward County and the State of Florida, as well as Florida electors, to oppose Florida Hometown Democracy's proposed amendment to the Florida Constitution. RESOLUTION NO. R2007-152 e. AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF GENERAL LIABILITY AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY AUTOMOBILE PHYSICAL DAMAGE WORKERS' COMPENSATION AND PROPERTY LINES OF COVERAGE. (TR11286) Authorizing the renewal of General Liability, Automobile Liability, Automobile Physical Damage, Workers' Compensation, and Property lines of coverage with the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust (FMIT) for a one (1) year period beginning October 1, 2007 at a cost of $1,484,552 and payment of any increase resulting from the annual premium audit. RESOLUTION NO. R2007-153 f. MICROFILMING AND DOCUMENT DIGITIZING SERVICES: (TR11288) Increasing the expenditure for the purchase of microfilming and document digitizing services from Lason Systems, Inc., for a total not to exceed $80,000 annually; approving funding from the appropriate accounts. RESOLUTION NO. R2007-154 h. EMERGENCY AID GRANT — TAMARAC THEATRE OF PERFORMING ARTS: (TR11297) Providing an emergency aid grant in the amount of Five Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($5,600) to the Tamarac Theatre of Performing Arts. RESOLUTION NO. R2007-155 END OF CONSENT AGENDA September 26, 2007 Page 4 of 11 6(g). AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR LOBBYING SERVICES: (TR11290) Executing Amendment #5 to the agreement between the City of Tamarac and Ronald L. Book, P.A., for lobbying services extending the agreement through September 10, 2008 at a cost not to exceed $60,000. Vice Mayor Sultanof seconded by Commissioner Atkins -Grad moved approval. Commissioner Portner asked to have Mr. Book's contract amount reduced by 20%, and spoke of the monies being paid to the Washington Lobbyists, the Broward County Lobbyist and to Mr. Book. Commissioner Atkins -Grad said Mr. Book has done his job for the City of Tamarac and deserves the $60,000. Vice Mayor Sultanof spoke of the amount of money brought in to the City by Mr. Book and said in this day and age it is necessary to use lobbyists. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said she appreciates the fiduciary and fiscal responsibility the elected officials have for the City, and when the Russ Reid contract is up in December we will look at it at that time. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said she supports Mr. Book and his contract will be reviewed again next year. On roll call Commissioner Dressler voted "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", Commissioner Portner "no", Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes", and Vice Mayor Sultanof "yes". Motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. R2007-156 REGULAR AGENDA Commissioner Dressler seconded by Vice Mayor Sultanof moved the addition of Temporary Ordinance 2150 to the agenda as Item 10. On roll call Vice Mayor Sultanof voted "yes", Commissioner Dressler "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", Commissioner Partner "yes", and Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes". Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco moved out of the regular order of business on the agenda to take up Item 10. 10. COMPREHENSIVE PROCEDURES FOR CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS: (TO2150) Motion to adopt ordinance on first reading amending Chapter 2 of the City's code of ordinances, entitled "Administration", specifically amending Article II, entitled "City Commission", by creating Section 2-34, to be entitled "Comprehensive Procedures for City Commission Meetings"; providing for procedures for City Commission Meetings; providing for definitions; providing for an agenda procedure; providing for notice; providing for an order of business; providing rules for the conducting of business; providing a procedure for Commission action; providing for voting procedures; providing a process for Commissioners to add items to the City Commission agenda; providing for penalties and enforcement; providing for codification; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for an effective date. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Ordinance 2150 by title and said this is the same document that was discussed at Monday's workshop meeting. Vice Mayor Sultanof expressed reservations regarding the Ordinance. Commissioner Dressler seconded by Commissioner Atkins -Grad moved approval. On roll call Commissioner Portner voted "no", Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes", Vice Mayor Sultanof "yes", Commissioner Dressler "yes", and Mayor Flansbaum- Talabisco "yes". Motion carried. ADOPTED ON FIRST READING SEPTEMBER 26, 2007 September 26, 2007 Page 5 of 11 Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco moved back to the regular order of business on the agenda. ORDINANCES — FIRST READINGS There were no Ordinances scheduled for first reading. PUBLIC HEARINGS 9:00 A.M. OR THEREAFTER ORDINANCES — SECOND READINGS There were no Ordinances scheduled for second reading. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS 7. REVISED DEVELOPMENT ORDER AND MAJOR REVISED SITE PLAN — PARCEL A OF "ATLANTIC FEDERAL TAMARAC": (TR11284) Motion to approve Resolution issuing Revised Development Order No. 257 and granting Major Revised Site Plan approval to allow for the renovation of the existing bank including an exterior facade upgrade and relocation of existing drive thru lanes, located at 5600 North University Drive, at the Northeast corner of University Drive and Commercial Boulevard, Parcel A of "Atlantic Federal Tamarac", according to the Plat thereof as Recorded in Plat Book 87 at Page 45, of the Public Records of Broward County, Florida (Case No. 8- SP-07). City Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution 11284 by title. Vice Mayor Sultanof seconded by Commissioner Atkins -Grad moved approval. City Attorney Goren explained the quasi-judicial procedures and said any documents, backup or other evidence entered for the Commission's review and consideration will be made part of the permanent record. Eduardo L. Carcache, representing the applicant waived his quasi-judicial rights. Community Development Director Bramley gave a presentation. Vice Mayor Sultanof questioned ingress and egress and Commissioner Portner asked if the bank would be open for business during construction and how long the construction would take. Mr. Carcache said construction would take about three months and the bank would remain open. Commissioner Atkins -Grad said the aesthetics would be an addition to the City and she is happy the bank is making this change. Commissioner Dressler questioned signage as it relates to the wording 'free gifts' and Community Development Director Bramley responded a separate permit would have to be applied for with regard to the signage. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said the bank is setting the bar for other businesses in the community. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco opened the public hearing and with no one wishing to speak, closed the public hearing. On roll call Vice Mayor Sultanof voted "yes", Commissioner Dressler "yes", Mayor Flansbaum- Talabisco "yes", Commissioner Portner "yes", and Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes". Motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. R2007-157 September 26, 2007 Page 6 of 11 Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco called for a recess at 10:25 a.m. and reconvened the meeting at 10:35 a.m. with all present as before. 8. LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENT — WOODMONT: (TO2148) 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 Large -Scale Land Use Plan Amendment proposal by Woodmont Country Club, Inc., to change the land use designation of the land, located in the City of Tamarac within the Woodmont Country Club site, which is bound by Pine Island Road, Southgate Boulevard, University Drive, and NW 75th Street, from "Commercial Recreation" to "Low Medium (5-10 du/ac) Residential" to accommodate the future development of a total of three -hundred (300) dwelling units of which one -hundred fifty-eight (158) units will be single family units and one -hundred forty-two (142) units will be multi -family units. (Case No. 1-LUA-07); providing for amendment to the Land Use Plan to reflect such change. City Attorney Goren said Items 8 and 9 are quasi-judicial proceedings and would be heard together with separate motions and votes on each item. City Attorney Goren explained the rules covering these proceedings. City Attorney Goren read Item 8, Temporary Ordinance 2148 on first reading by title. Vice Mayor Sultanof seconded by Commissioner Atkins - Grad moved approval. City Attorney Goren read Item 9, Temporary Ordinance 2147 on first reading by title. Commissioner Atkins -Grad seconded by Vice Mayor Sultanof moved approval. City Clerk Swenson swore in all those who wished to speak on these items, including applicant and staff. City Attorney Goren said any documents, photographs or other evidence will be made part of the permanent record. Community Development Director Bramley gave a presentation on items 8 and 9. Commissioner Portner left the meeting at 11:00 a.m. due to previous commitments. City Manager Miller left the meeting at 11:00 a.m. and returned at 11:45 a.m. Dennis Mele, representing the applicant, gave a presentation. Commissioner Dressler left the room at 11:45 a.m. and returned at 11:50 a.m. Vice Mayor Sultanof left the room at 11:50 a.m. and returned at 11:55 a.m. Alan Tinter, Director/President Ernst -Jones Tinter, Transportation Planners and Traffic Engineers, gave a presentation on trip generation, traffic impact and signalization. Greg McPherson, representing Lennar Homes, said he has a letter of intent to purchase the property from Woodmont Country Club; construction on homes will not begin for two —three years and he believes the housing market will correct itself by then; and membership fees to country clubs are not uncommon. Community Development Director Bramley said at the Planning Board meeting of September 17th Mr. McPherson informed the Board that a contract would be executed by the time this morning's meeting took place, and Mr. McPherson replied they are working on the details and it will be executed depending upon the outcome of today's meeting. September 26, 2007 Page 7 of 11 Mark Schmidt said when he and Dr. Jarmin purchased the club it could not meet its financial obligations. Everything was in need of repair and/or replacement. The hurricanes did catastrophic damage to the club and insurance did not cover the costs for repair. Mr. Schmidt spoke of density, traffic, the fact that some residents will lose the golf course view, pending purchase of land on Pine Island Road to donate to the City for a new park, and open space mitigation. Mr. Schmidt referenced a newspaper article on new development in Tamarac (attached and incorporated herein as part of these minutes), and spoke of the Downtown Davie project and said it is moving forward; monies have been refunded to those who put deposits down for condominiums. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco opened the public hearing for items 8 and 9. The following people spoke in opposition to the project: Debra Fleischman, 8612 NW 7 Street; Sheldon Rosenberg, 8377 Waterford Circle; Captain Angela -Warner, 8633 W. Southgate Shores Boulevard; Jerome Richmond, 8533 NW 83 Street; Marian DeBonis, 8551 NW 80 Street; and Daniel Keefe, 8587 Jay Drive. The following people spoke in support of the project: Sandra McKenna, 8149 Royal Palm Court; Ben Leace, 8322 NW 74 Street; Bernie Wax, 7625 NW 79 Avenue; Martin Sager, 8120 Pines Circle; Janice Leonard, 8640 Banyan Place; Barry Lethbridge, 11252 NW 9 Street, Plantation; and Jack Brown, Coral Springs. David Healey, 8001 NW 83 Street spoke of landscaping. Sean Chait, Prestige Homes, spoke of the Sabal Palm/Monterey project and said the density on these projects is less than that proposed for the Woodmont project, more open space is being donated to the City of Tamarac than for the Woodmont project, and questioned whether there are restrictive covenants for the Woodmont project. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco closed the public hearing. Community Development Director Bramley clarified the staffs reasons for recommending denial. Commissioner Dressler questioned restrictive covenants between the City of Tamarac and the developer and Community Development Director Bramley said the applicant submitted a developer's agreement which restricts the project to 300 units, and it can not be amended without approval of the Mayor and City Commission. Mr. Mele addressed restrictive covenants, open space, the County's new golf course policy and environmental cleanup. Mr. Mele said the project would not negatively impact the schools, traffic or potable water and drainage. Mr. Mele spoke of the minutes from the March 22, 2006 regular City Commission meeting, in particular Item 10 with regard to transmittal of the amendment (incorporated as part of these minutes by reference and on file in the office of the City Clerk), and questioned the difference between this LUPA and the one addressed in March 2006. City Attorney Goren explained the former applications for Sabal Palm/Monterey were consistent with the September 26, 2007 Page 8 of 11 City's Comprehensive Plan. The Mayor and City Commission are trustees and fiduciaries of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Vice Mayor Sultanof said things that happened in Woodmont disturb him. Commissioner Atkins -Grad questioned the price range for the townhomes and additional homeowner maintenance and membership fees. Mr. McPherson said the townhomes would sell in the high $200,000's and the homeowner fees would be about $100/month in addition to the membership fees. Commissioner Atkins -Grad said this project can not be compared to the Sabal Palm/Monterey project recently approved by the Mayor and City Commission. Woodmont is a working golf course and in reviewing testimony and reports, staff finds this does not work with our Comprehensive Plan; there is too much lost open space. Commissioner Dressler asked if the membership to the country club was being restricted. Mr. Schmidt spoke of the business model and said there is a contract in place wherein if the membership falls below 400 golf memberships the Pines course would be opened for public play; if it falls below 250 golf memberships, the Cypress course would be opened for public play. Membership will fall under 250 golf memberships and the club will become a semi -private club next year. Vice Mayor Sultanof left the room at 1:25 p.m. and returned at 1:29 p.m. Commissioner Dressler confirmed when residential development is initiated Woodmont Country Club will not be a private club and Mr. Schmidt said if the project is approved, construction will not begin until 2009-2010; and by that time it could be a private club again. The clubhouse must be completed prior to beginning residential construction. Commissioner Dressler asked if the mandatory membership is irrevocable and Mr. Schmidt said it is required in the deed restrictions. Mr. Mele added it is part of the developer's agreement and can not be removed without coming before the Mayor and City Commission. Commissioner Dressler said constituents are concerned that these homes will not be competitively priced with surrounding homes because of the membership restrictions and homeowners may some day want to revoke the restrictions; how will this affect the fiscal viability of the clubhouse. Mr. Schmidt said this would take a 2/3 vote of the homeowners. The worst case scenario is five years after building the homes the homeowners vote to take away the restrictions and the Mayor and City Commission agree to it. The country club at that time would be in great shape and out of debt and we would just have to operate the club to break even; this is better than the other alternative of leaving it as a 30 year old clubhouse in need of repairs. Commissioner Dressler asked if once the clubhouse is built the applicant plans to build 50 units/year and Mr. Mele said the agreement provides a maximum of six years to build 300 units. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said the information from Three Oaks Hospitality is not consistent with the numbers in the book given to the Mayor and City Commission. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco spoke of Weston Hills and Eagle Trace initiation fees, and an ad in the Sun Sentinel regarding these two clubs which makes her question the health of the membership in the clubs. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said she recognizes the difficulty involved in the communities and asked Mr. Schmidt if he is the developer, runner of the golf course, or manager of the country club. Mr. Schmidt said he is the developer. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco confirmed Mr. Schmidt was aware of September 26, 2007 Page 9 of 11 the existing problems when he purchased the country club, and added the information given to the Mayor and City Commission is inaccurate. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said living in a country club community, she is privy to ideas that help make clubs sustainable without development and wondered how many ideas Mr. Schmidt explored to keep his club viable without going to development. Mr. Schmidt said when he purchased the country club we had not yet had the hurricanes and insurance does not cover the golf course, only the buildings. He is happy to listen to new ideas. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said the clubs described in the Sunday's ad were beautiful facilities with all amenities Mr. Schmidt describes for his club, but if these clubs are having trouble getting members, rebuilding the Woodmont clubhouse does not guarantee people will flock to join. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco expressed concern regarding the anticipated age of the members, because if younger folks are encouraged to move into the neighborhood, they are generally working and do not have the time to belong to a full County Club. For Item 8, Commissioner Dressler seconded by Commissioner Atkins -Grad moved the application be denied by the Mayor and City Commission and not be transmitted to Broward County or any other state or regional agencies for review. On roll call Vice Mayor Sultanof voted "yes", Commissioner Dressler "yes", Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco "yes", and Commissioner Atkins -Grad "yes". Motion carried, Temporary Ordinance 2148 denied. nFNIFn 9. AMENDING PRIOR ZONING — WOODMONT: (TO2147) Motion to adopt Ordinance on first reading amending prior zoning of certain real estate property otherwise known as Woodmont Residential from S-1 (Recreational District) to R-1 (Single Family Residential District) for Parcels "A", "B", and "C" and from S-1 (Recreational District) to R-3 (Low Density Multi -Family Residential District) for Parcels "D", "E", and "F", located in the City of Tamarac within the Woodmont Country Club site, which is bound by Pine Island Road, Southgate Boulevard, University Drive, and NW 75t" Street (Case No. 3-Z-07); providing for amendment of the official zoning map to reflect such change. Commissioner Atkins -Grad seconded by Vice Mayor Sultanof moved approval of Temporary Ordinance 2147. On roll call Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco voted "no", Commissioner Atkins -Grad "no", Vice Mayor Sultanof "no", and Commissioner Dressler "no". Motion failed. DENIED END OF QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS END OF PUBLIC HEARINGS September 26, 2007 Page 10 of 11 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 2:15 p.m. Marion Swenson, CMC City Clerk 1 1 Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Mayor September 26, 2007 Page 11 of 11 w w � a5 MS , Io CD . f F IHn0P OQa) I n A �� Vi n jA CL Rr w o c7ro w a ro '+ a n w ro ro ^3rwn, N [Co m 9 �l�o$ � _.;Z a i ���.• ego nEdo 'a to a p' G' �. � C � ° H'+ T CA ID co Spso `a PTO --03 n 8CD me w ID Vo wrt Ruj : �j _y CD Om za CL 0 n :n a cn m m K w m N N 11, W f f THE PARAMOUNT • I & I Bedrooms 0S, Garages Available • FHA approved Join v4l at the SC, es Center this weekend! some ceiebrate our new low prices wilh, and a I! -e i uroadcast of the bo#,ms game agains, —r.- ✓r;rK je-,1 www.7heLexingtonCondominiums,corr4 800,721.1619 5700 R01h Wald Road it TAma,ac - ot th, rnenr, o4 fj4n A i_,., Wl� Page l of 2 8120 Pine Circle Tamarac,Florida 33321 September 25, 2007 City Of Tamarac Ref:Woodmont Application City Commission: My name is Martin Sager.l live at 8120 Pine Circle,Tamarac,Florida in Pines Two.Even though I had previously never played golf,l joined Woodmont as a golf member 27 years ago. Although I'm a retired pharmacist by profession,l and my wife have been successfully involved for 55 years in purchasing,developing,and selling of both residential and commercial investment properties in both Richmond,Va.and Florida.ln 1953 we invested in both commercial and residential properties at 8th & Washington in Miami Beach (South Beach).We successfully redeveloped the properties and were able to secure National Chain Tenants. Even with all this experience,) don't have all the answers. I asked for reason or reasons that zoning turned the application down.The unsatisfactory answer was there were people both for and against. I believe there are about 33 areas in Woodmont .About half (one Side)of each of 11 areas would be impacted.This leaves the view of the majority of the residents with little or no change in their view.lt's not that I don't have feelings for the minority of individuals that are impacted .I understand how they feel, even though most of them are not members of Woodmont Country Club.ln due respect unfortunately you only own the land your residents sits on and although you can raise objections to what comes next to your property, legally the commission has the right to make the decision based on what is good for the future of Woodmont and also for the City of Tamarac. I must address another issue .In hind-sight,l agree with you that Mark's intention when he purchased the distressed club was to hold on until he could eventually either develop or sell the land so his investment would be profitable. I also agree that Mark could have done things differently so as not to antagonize so many people.We can't undo the passed,we can only hope to not make the same mistakes again. The development plan should not be judged on the popularity of Mark,but on the bases of what is good for the future of the Woodmont area and the City Of Tamarac.Florida has a history of going in cycles - overbuild ing,property values declining,and in the past has always eventually turned around caught up and properties again increased in Tuesday, September 25, 2007 AOL: S m meaty Page 2 of 2 value. We need the new clubhouse.The City needs the revenue that the new developments will create.ln my opinion it would eventually be a win, win situation. Thank you for seriously considering my thoughts and suggestions. Martin Sager Tuesday, September 25, 2007 AOL: S m meaty Page 1 of 1 PS In response to rumors,l am not backing Mark financially other than being a member of W.C.C. and I'm not being paid for my efforts and opinion. I was told the Woodmont Property Owners Association met Sep.24th and Bert Schneider,their president, was not in attendance.At the meeting it was brought up that Bert never polled the members of WPOA and the representation he made before the zoning board meetings were his own opinion and not that of the majority of home owners, Wednesday, September 26, 2007 AOL: S m meaty Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.1 have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition ® to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodnont and are ! in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that 1 too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. l'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Only two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas. of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerely 'S, M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club, We want the City of Tamarac to pass thiri�project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. NAM j MAILi G OR E"AI �D�RE$S t Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: -- My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.) have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodnont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that 1 too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. I'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Only two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view, I must say that when I finished speaking,) was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas. of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you -If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerell ye- Te, M rtin Sager Y I We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. EMAIL t> V Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.1 have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodmont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that I too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. I'm faxing you a copy of what 1 said along with this letter, You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Only two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincere! r- 117 M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamara to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. NAME } .. MAIUNG O MAIL ADRRESS A .yq „w Dear Jennifer K.Sramley: My wife and 1 have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.1 have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodmont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that I too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. l'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter, You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Qnly two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas. of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746, Sincerni M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. 1 4AILING O ,EMAIL ADDR 5713 r 6 IV Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.1 have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodnont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that I too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. I'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Qnly two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when 1 finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their -feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerely 'So- 0 M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. NAME OR EMAIL 7 - � fz /� 76 7v—� . -?%.33ANIL L/7 ` a XS44" �' AVe Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.1 have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodmont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that 1 too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. l'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel 1= have met and are in oposition very strongly,Only two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas, of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerely 1� M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. MAILING OFIMA�.AURESS N Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.) have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Wooftont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that 1 too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. l'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Qnly two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerely M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. j�wrOL GL� Dear Jennifer K. Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.1 have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodnont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that 1 too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. I'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,4nly two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement_Word got around the members of the dub that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you -If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Since M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. NAM MAILING OR JEMAIL ADDRE,§S Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.1 have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodmont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that I too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. l'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents, across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Oniy two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in whet is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when 1 finished speaking, I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the dub that were not at the meeting and every day when 1 go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas. of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. if you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerell ;s, 71 M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. NAME5,�' ,... � � - • f 1� 7 v � ems.._.. OF— ),Lc I V A "I-,/ MAILING Y// 3 .L., �,,. Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.) have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Wooftont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that I too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. I'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Only two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac.They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,l was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the club that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerely M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. �A� Dear Jennifer K.Bramley: My wife and I have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.) have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodr ,,�ont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that I too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the last meeting I got up and spoke. I'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter, You must realize that the 36 residents across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Only two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamarac_They are only interested in their view. I must say that when I finished speaking,I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the dub that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas. of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sincerer • M rtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. �., VU =�:�ti MAILING R EMAIL DRESS � 4D1 (JU) 79 Coc)e Dear Jennifer K. Bramiey; My wife and 1 have lived in Woodmont for 27 years.) have attended most of the meetings held at Woodmont concerning the proposed future development for Woodmont. It is only natural that the most of the people that get up to speak are in oposition i to the proposals,whereas the majority of people that live in Woodmont and are in favor of the last plan submitted either don't bother to come to the meetings or if they come they don't speak up ,not wanting to hurt the feelings of those in oposition to the plans. I must admit that 1 too sat idle by without speaking hoping someone else would do the so called "dirty work". Finally at the lest meeting I got up and spoke, I'm faxing you a copy of what I said along with this letter. You must realize that the 36 residents, across from parcel F have met and are in oposition very strongly,Only two of the residents are members of Woodmont and they are not interested in what is good for the future of Woodmont and for the best interest of the City of Tamerac.They are only interested in their view. 1 must say that when I finished speaking, I was shocked by the loud applause and if anyone from the City was there,they can confirm this statement.Word got around the members of the dub that were not at the meeting and every day when I go to lunch at the club people come to my table and stop to tell me that I spoke well and expressed their -feelings and thanked me for speaking,and even some of the few in opposition that live in other areas. of Woodmont have admitted to me that the last proposal would definitely benefit the residents of Woodmont as well as the City of Tamarac. Thank you for considering the information I'm faxing you. If you need to discuss this with me,you can call me at 954 722 6746. Sinceri ly- �7 �Mrtin Sager We, the undersigned, believe and support the development plan proposed to the City of Tamarac by the current owners of Woodmont Country Club. We want the City of Tamarac to pass this project, as this plan will be advantageous for our community. NAM W y a