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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-07-10 - City Commission Workshop Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING MONDAY, JULY 10, 2006 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco called the Workshop Meeting of the City Commission to order on Monday, July 10, 2006, at 9:30 a.m. in Room 105 of Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida. PRESENT: Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Vice Mayor Edward C. Partner, Commissioner Patte Atkins -Grad, Commissioner Marc L. Sultanof, and Commissioner Harry Dressler. ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Jeffrey L. Miller, Assistant City Attorney Julie Klahr, Assistant City Manager Diane Phillips and City Clerk Marion Swenson. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco led the pledge of allegiance. 1. JULY 12, 2006 AGENDA ITEMS: a. Item No. 8. RFP NO. 06-03R AWARD AND AGREEMENT — DESIGN/BUILD OF THE TAMARAC PUBLIC SERVICES COMPLEX ADDITION: (TR11002) Motion to approve Resolution awarding RFP No. 06-03R, entitled "Design/Build of the Tamarac Public Services Complex Addition" to Di Pompeo Construction Corporation; authorizing the appropriate City officials to execute an agreement for said purpose in an amount not to exceed $5,395,575.00; authorizing budget amendments related to this project as needed. Utilities Director Ray Gagnon, Purchasing/Contracts Manager Keith Glatz and John Di Pompeo, Di Pompeo Construction Corporation appeared. Utilities Director Gagnon gave a presentation and overview of the project. Commissioner Sultanof confirmed the portion of the property fronting Nob Hill Road would not be used for this project and questioned ingress/egress to the building. Utilities Director Gagnon said entrance would be on State Street and through the existing complex. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco questioned future expansion of city facilities on the 3.4 acres not being used for this project and City Manager Miller said perhaps if the need arises, but for now we will simply hold on to the property. Commissioner Sultanof questioned placement of vehicles on the property and Utilities Director Gagnon reviewed designated parking for employees, city vehicles, the storage shed and chemical building. Vice Mayor Portner spoke of security and Utilities Director Gagnon said the complex will be secure. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked about the cost and Utilities Director Gagnon said the original budget did not include hardening and this added a significant amount to the cost. Mr. Di Pompeo gave a brief bio of the company and spoke of local projects being built by his company. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked about the time frame and Utilities Director Gagnon said completion is anticipated March 2008. Vice Mayor Portner questioned the $200,000 contingency and Utilities Director Gagnon said this is for any changes the city may come up with during construction. Commissioner Dressler asked if there are any incentives to complete the job ahead of schedule and Utilities Director Gagnon said because of today's market, Di Pompeo July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 1 of 10 Construction is taking on a great deal of burden as the cost of materials has gone up 40%. There is a liquidated damage clause in the contract if the contractor does not make the completion date. Purchasing/Contracts Manager Glatz spoke of the design build method and the fact that it is a team effort. Commissioner Sultanof asked if there is money allocated in the budget for this project and Utilities Director Gagnon explained the next item on the workshop agenda addresses funding. Vice Mayor Partner questioned stand-by generator for new sites and Utilities Director Gagnon said the old sites are already on generators. Vice Mayor Portner questioned FEMA 361 Standard and questioned the type of windows that would be installed. Utilities Director Gagnon explained the building must be able to withstand 161 mph winds and the windows will be impact glass. Commissioner Dressier asked about the criteria used for the $200,000 and Utilities Director Gagnon explained possible contingencies that might occur and said this gives the team the flexibility to keep the work moving forward without having to come before the Mayor and City Commission for approvals, which could delay the job several weeks. Commissioner Dressler expressed concern about items being measurable and not subjective and questioned hardening the three -sided storage shed. Utilities Director Gagnon said hardening is only for the core building; everything else must meet state and city codes. The storage shed is three -sided to allow for accessibility of the oversize equipment. b. Item No. 7. FUNDING FOR TAMARAC UTILITIES BUILDING: (TR11004) Motion to approve Resolution supplementing Resolution No. R-85-436, as previously supplemented and amended; authorizing the issuance of its not to exceed $7,000,000 Water and Sewer Utility Revenue Note, Series 2006 as additional bonds under such Resolution on a parity with the bonds outstanding thereunder to finance the cost of constructing improvements to the issuer's Water and Sewer Utility; designating the Series 2006 Note for the exception for certain tax-exempt obligations contained in Section 265 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986; authorizing the negotiated sale of the Series 2006 Note to Bank of America, N.A.; establishing its intent to reimburse certain capital expenditures incurred with proceeds of the Series 2006 Note; providing for the rights of the holder of such Series 2006 Note; making other covenants and agreements in connection therewith. Financial Services Director Chapman, Jeff Larson, D.A. Davidson & Co. and Duane Draper, Bryant, Miller & Olive appeared. Assistant City Attorney Klahr discussed the reasons for the revisions to the Resolution and spoke of negotiations with Bank of America. Financial Services Director Chapman gave a presentation and said staff will come back to the Mayor and City Commission in August with final recommendations and details of the negotiations. Mr. Larson spoke of the RFP process and said this is short term financing and a very cost efficient method of financing the project. Commissioner Sultanof questioned the sale of the bonds to residents and questioned the tax exemptions. Mr. Larson said this is a 100% placement with the bank, no bonds will be sold and the city can issue debt if the total debt in the calendar year is under $10 million; the city will then get the lowest rate possible and there is a tax exemption afforded to the bank. Vice Mayor Portner questioned language in the contract, in particular "scheme or enterprise" and "interest paid in lawful U.S.A. money". Mr. Draper said these are standard phrases. Commissioner Dressler asked Mr. Larson for his opinion on yield on bonds and whether Bank of America is able to pay July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 2 of 10 down on the yield due to the size of the offering. Mr. Larson spoke of the bank's lending department versus commercial lenders. Commissioner Dressler asked whose idea it was for a seven year target and Financial Services Director Chapman said there are debts that will be coming to an end and we will need to issue new debt in the future. Five to seven years fits into the structure of financing for utilities. Mayor Flansbaum- Talabisco asked if it is more advantageous to take out loans rather than issue bonds and Mr. Larson said municipalities financing debt in smaller amounts which can be paid in a short time look at a bank or lease versus bond operations. The utility system needs will be coming up and it is more cost effective to do this rather than issue bonds. Vice Mayor Portner asked what the $3,600 in Exhibit C is for and Mr. Larson said it is the cost of Bank of America's attorneys to review the documents. Vice Mayor Portner asked what other financing options were available and Financial Services Director Chapman said floating fixed rate debt and full blown bonds. This resolution allows for us to continue negotiations with the bank and the letting of the contract. Vice Mayor Portner asked if a dedicated stream is needed for funding and Mr. Larson responded the water/wastewater account. Commissioner Dressler said when the staff returns in August he would like to hear the pros and cons of floating vs. fixed. Mr. Draper explained his company drafted the resolution authorizing expenditure of not to exceed $7 million in debt and spoke of pre -payment penalties based upon opportunity of cost the bank might experience. Assistant City Attorney Klahr explained this item is presented to the Mayor and City Commission prior to construction of the Public Service Complex; and is a companion item to the award of contract for construction. Funding must be put in place before the award of the contract can be approved. C. Item No. 6(c). EMERGENCY JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH FDOT — REMOVAL OF DEBRIS: (TR10989) Executing an Emergency Joint Participation Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for removal of debris on federal roads as a result of Hurricane Wilma, in an amount not to exceed $809,268. Public Works Director Strain gave a presentation. Mayor Flansbaum- Talabisco questioned the time frame and Public Works Director Strain said as soon as the joint agreement is ratified we can send paperwork in for payment. Vice Mayor Portner asked if this is FEMA money and if this is in addition to monies already received from FEMA. Public Works Director Strain said the money must come through the departments that have jurisdiction over the various areas and it goes through FEMA. Commissioner Dressler asked how much money the city has spent and how much has been reimbursed from FEMA. Public Works Director Strain explained the first pass for debris removal is covered 100%; subsequent passes are compensated 75% from FEMA and 12.5% from the state. City Manager Miller explained it is an evolving process. The money comes in as we fill out each individual application. Financial Services Director Chapman noted as of two weeks ago $1.2 million was outstanding as accounts receivables. Of about $10 million (+/-) total expenses for Hurricane Wilma we collected $6.5 - $7 million. Some contractors have not invoiced us yet and we have not expended those funds to get reimbursed. In the beginning refunds were taking 5-12 business days; they are taking longer now. We received reimbursement for everything we expended so far. Commissioner Dressler asked what the net cost to the city is and Financial Services Director Chapman said $1.1 - $1.2 million. Commissioner Dressler July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 3 of 10 prided the city on the fact that because of our economic stabilization funds we did not have to borrow money to do these things. d. Item No. 6(i). PROPOSED TENTH AMENDMENT TO THE ILA FOR SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES: (TR10997) Approving the proposed Tenth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Broward County for Solid Waste Disposal Services that provides for greater representation of municipal contract communities. Public Works Director Strain gave a presentation. Commissioner Sultanof asked how long one could sit on the board and added the resolution turned the scale more to the municipal side. Public Works Director Strain said it is broken down to the three largest cities, then the two median cities and it depends on where our population falls as to our representation on the board. e. Item No. 6(o). SOUTHGATE BLVD. STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: (TR11007) Executing Change Order Number 2 to the agreement between the City of Tamarac and Tenex Enterprises, Inc. for the construction of entry walls at each of the southeast and southwest corner of NW 100th Terrace and NW 103rd Avenue along Southgate Blvd.; authorizing an additional expenditure in an amount not to exceed $54,821.82 for said purpose. Public Works Director Strain and Purchasing/Contracts Manager Glatz appeared. Public Works Director Strain gave a presentation and Vice Mayor Portner questioned the makeup of the wall. Public Works Director Strain said it will be a stucco finish over cinder blocks and the end of the wall as it turns and goes into the development will have a sign for the homeowner association. Vice Mayor Portner said he would prefer to see a brick wall rather than plain stucco. Public Works Director Strain said a brick wall would not have the same structural integrity as a stucco wall and it will be decidedly more costly. Additionally, to change to pavers at this time would substantially delay the project. Commissioner Sultanof said the communities are happy with what is being done and brick walls require more maintenance. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked who is responsible to maintain the wall and Public Works Director Strain said it will be the city's responsibility. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked how long the wall is to be and the color. Public Works Director Strain said four sections @113' each and we will contact the homeowner association for input as to the color. The style is similar to adjacent homeowner associations. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco noted that since the other walls are stucco, if this wall were to be brick it would not be in keeping with the rest of the community. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco added this is a nice compromise to the situation and the residents are happy with the compromise. Commissioner Dressler said since this is Commissioner Sultanof s district, if Commissioner Sultanof believes this is a satisfactory resolution, then Commissioner Dressler is in agreement. f. Item No. 60). AMENDMENT TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING — ADMINISTRATION OF HOME FUNDING PROGRAM FOR FY 2003/2004: (TR11000) Approving an Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between Broward County and the City of Tamarac to allow for a fifteen (15) month extension for the administration of the HOME Funding Program for FY 2003/2004 (Case No. 7-MI- 06). Community Development Director King and Planning and Zoning Manager Ross July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 4 of 10 appeared. Planning and Zoning Manager Ross gave a presentation. Vice Mayor Portner asked how many people are on the waiting list for small repairs and Community Development Director King said just under 100 people; 15 applicants are being helped through FEMA. Representatives from CRA will be at the Tamarac Community Center to take applications from Vanguard Village and Southgate Gardens. Vice Mayor Portner asked the maximum amount of money available for each applicant and Community Development Director King said $20,000 under HOME funds and an additional amount available under CDBG ($30,000) and SHIP ($40,000). Vice Mayor Portner asked about the criteria for qualification and if it is poverty level or above? Community Development Director King said it is based on income and there are different percentages for different programs. Commissioner Sultanof asked if this is for outside home maintenance and Community Development Director King replied it can be for inside or outside. Commissioner Dressler questioned the manner in which Tamarac sets educational priorities and Community Development Director King said at this time we are working off a waiting list that has been in place over the past several years. The educational process has been stopped until we get caught up. In the next six months if we are sufficiently caught up we will go out to the public with our educational process again. We currently direct people to the county or other sources for assistance in order to get the repairs accomplished. Commissioner Dressler said he would like to see the city identify areas of most need. g. Item No. 6(k). AMENDMENT TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING — ADMINISTRATION OF HOME FUNDING PROGRAM FOR FY 2004/2005: (TR10999) Approving an Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between Broward County and the City of Tamarac to provide for a one-year extension for the administration of the HOME Funding Program for FY 2004/2005 (Case No. 10-MI-06). Community Development Director King and Planning and Zoning Manager Ross appeared. Planning and Zoning Manager Ross gave a presentation. There was no discussion. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco called a recess at 11:00 and reconvened the workshop meeting at 11:10 with all present as before. Vice Mayor Portner questioned Item 6(I) on the consent agenda. VACATING WATER AND SEWER EASEMENTS — TAMARAC MARKET PLACE: (TR11005) Granting a Vacation of Easement of a portion of the existing water and sewer easements located in the northeast corner of Tract "A" of the "Tamarac Market Place" Plat, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 118, Page 20 of the Public Records of Broward County, Florida (Case No. 3-P-06). Community Development Director King and Public Works Director Strain explained there are no existing utilities in the easements, and the easements are no longer needed. Vice Mayor Portner questioned Item 6(n) on the consent agenda. AGREEMENTS FOR ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURAL CONTINUING SERVICES: (TR11003) Executing agreements with the following ten (10) consulting firms to provide engineering and architectural continuing services for a period of three years with options to renew July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 5 of 10 for an additional two year period, on an "as needed" basis to the following firms: 1) Bermello, Ajamil & Partners, Inc.; 2) Carter & Burgess, Inc.; 3) Corzo, Castella, Carballo, Thompson, Salman, P.A.; 4) B.E.A. International Corporation, Inc.; 5) GLE Associates, Inc.; 6) Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc.; 7) Chen and Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc., 8) Eckler Engineering, Inc.; 9) HSQ Group, Inc. and (10) Mathews Consulting, Inc. Public Works Director Strain, Utilities Director Gagnon and Purchasing/Contracts Manager Glatz appeared. Public Works Director Strain said this is an ongoing contract for professional services and there is no cost to the city. Utilities Director Gagnon added the original five-year contract contained no renewal provision. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked staff to order a desk name plate for Assistant City Attorney Klahr. 2. DISCUSSION RE: POLICY — USE OF CITY EMBLEM AND INSIGNIA BY FORMER ELECTED OFFICIALS: Discussion regarding policy — use of city emblem and insignia by former elected officials. Assistant City Attorney Klahr gave a presentation and said the draft resolution is for the Mayor and City Commission's review and comment. Commissioner Sultanof said the insignia is filed under federal law and is copyrighted and cannot be used without the permission of the owners (the Mayor and City Commission and the City). When someone gracefully leaves office that person should remove the emblem from clothing and not wear it without permission of the commission. This also goes for shields. Protocol and formality allow past elected officials to keep the title. Assistant City Attorney Klahr confirmed the city's protection of the copyright of the insignia and this is incorporated into the resolution. The title imparted upon an individual on vacation of office is a matter of respect. Use of the insignia is reflected in the resolution, as well as turnover of seals and the insignia. The person can request, if they wish, to continue to use the insignia. Vice Mayor Portner said this was brought up at the last workshop because former Mayor Joe Schreiber appeared at that meeting wearing a shirt with the city's insignia and the word Mayor. At that time Vice Mayor Portner asked if a letter was sent to former Mayor Schreiber informing him that he could not wear the shirt in public. City Manager Miller replied staff decided to bring the policy back to the Mayor and City Commission and enforcement would occur based on the Mayor and City Commission's judgment based on the policy. The letter will not be sent until there is agreement on the policy. Assistant City Attorney Klahr said part of the letter would state what needs to be done to come into compliance with the policy, and the policy would have to be cited; so the policy must be agreed upon first. There is a copyright infringement issue with federal law. Mayor Flansbaum- Talabisco said it is important to reflect this issue did not come from this commission; commissioners received phone calls from the public alerting us to the fact that the shield and shirt were out and about in the community. That is why this was brought to the front. The Mayor and City Commission have many issues to deal with that are very important and this would not have come forward but for the actions of people no longer in office. When an employee of the city leaves, they are asked to relinquish any items of clothing or items with city insignia. This clarifies once and for all in a positive way, the wishes of the Mayor and City Commission and makes clear to everybody appropriate behavior. Commissioner Dressier asked about the next step assuming consensus on July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 6 of 10 the language of the policy. Assistant City Attorney Klahr said the next step would be to direct this resolution be placed on Wednesday's agenda or the next commission agenda in August. This is before the Mayor and City Commission today for input. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked for an expression of interest to place the item on Wednesday's consent agenda and all were in agreement. Assistant City Attorney Klahr said when the item is approved a letter will be sent to former Mayor Joe Schreiber. Commissioner Dressler suggested a letter be sent to all former city officials; the consensus was to send the letter to former Mayor Joe Schreiber at this time. 3. DISCUSSION OF A PROPOSAL TO CREATE A LEADERSHIP UNIVERSITY FOR THE CITY OF TAMARAC: Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said our boards and committees are terrific, but the net needs to be thrown wider to the residents. In response to the citizen survey 270 surveyed indicated they would be interested in participating in this type of venue; 170 provided contact information. Assistant City Manager Phillips has done a considerable amount of research on this for the Mayor and City Commission. Assistant City Manager Phillips said in response to whether residents would be interested in participating in a citizen academy, there was a significant number who did respond in the affirmative. There are initiatives in several cities to educate citizenry regarding local government. Those who have used these initiatives have reduced citizen confusion regarding behind the scenes action of the local government. It is a good way to create allies and ambassadors in the community. The main benefit is enhancement of community knowledge of local government and creation of the next group of community leaders. Miami Beach implemented a citizen academy and will work with us to share their experiences. Most places have had a good experience; and hold six — 12 weekly or monthly formats to give a general understanding of the working of administration, commissions, and individual departments as well as boards and committees. There are many opportunities for volunteers. If the Mayor and City Commission are interested, Assistant City Manager Phillips suggested that while the Mayor and City Commission are on hiatus further research will be conducted and she would come back after the break with recommendations for the program. Commissioner Sultanof said in proposing future leaders, what age bracket is being considered? Many people applied to serve on boards and committees and they could not be brought on board. Some had good background and some did not. The volunteers do not get compensated and must meet once each month. Assistant City Manager Phillips said this would be looked at over the summer and it would be up to the individual whether they were able to set aside time each week or month. While someone may not be in a position to serve on a board or committee at this time, it gives them the framework of understanding should they want to serve in the future. There does not have to be an immediate commitment after going through the educational process. Commissioner Sultanof asked what forum would be used and Assistant City Manager Phillips said perhaps one hour each month over the course of the year to show them how government is structured; what happens in the departments; and to familiarize them with the government and the departments. Mayor Flansbaum- Talabisco said that was her intent and there is no framework age wise. Assistant City Manager Phillips said she had contemplated starting with adults and then building on that if the opportunities arise; but Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco had requested looking at July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop I' Page 7 of 10 the adult population at this time. Commissioner Dressler said there is the issue of access, and when the city schedules its meetings. If workshops were held in the evenings more people would be able to attend; additionally televising meetings provides access. Commissioner Dressler said he had asked that these two methods of access be considered and while they have come up in the past, they have not been placed as agenda items for policy design. The issue of access is critical to this type of program and working people are not available during the day. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said some excellent points have been raised and she instructed staff to review televising and come back to the Mayor and City Commission with their findings. This idea is separate and apart from that; she sees it as another way to throw out the net and give people the opportunity for accessibility and first hand knowledge. We can discuss accessibility further when we talk about how the programs will be given. Commissioner Dressler said he is in favor of a leadership institute and he would like to see staffs design; this will be effective and provide the ability to contact people. Commissioner Dressler asked when this would be done and Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said when staff comes back to the Mayor and City Commission after the break it will be discussed. Vice Mayor Portner said at a conference he attended in Ohio, the City of Yuma came up with a way to build communities; and Vice Mayor Portner suggested we call people 'Master Thinkers', as it denotes respect and knowledge. Vice Mayor Portner had a handout that he had given to the City Manager after the conference and said he would like to have it added to Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco's idea for leadership university. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco called for an expression of interest to move forward with research and come back to the Mayor and City Commission after the break with more information about this project. All were in agreement. 4. UPDATE REGARDING FEDERAL LOBBYING EFFORTS: Kevin Lawson and Mark McIntyre, the Russ Reid Corporation appeared. Mr. McIntyre said the Russ Reid Corporation is the City of Tamarac's staff. Since the last time they were here there are two new commissioners and a new mayor. Mr. McIntyre gave a brief bio of the company, himself and Mr. Lawson. Mr. McIntyre explained there is $610,000 for the Pine Island Overpass project and $100,000 to construct the Recreation Center in the offing. Mr. McIntyre said it is important for the Mayor or her designee to return to Washington and it is also important to continue sending the support letters to our representatives. Mr. Lawson indicated the House earmarked $610,000 funding for the Pine Island Road Overpass and it will go to the Senate next week. For the Recreation Center expansion the House earmarked $100,000 and it is still pending in the Senate. Emergency Preparedness technical upgrades were not included in the House. Mr. McIntyre spoke of varying priorities which would dictate those items that go through and those that do not. Commissioner Sultanof said this government has never fully prepared itself for any emergencies. Congress follows the leadership of the White House and they are not prepared. Commissioner Dressler questioned actually receiving the money versus earmarking. Mr. McIntyre explained the process and said Congress has the sole power over the federal purse. There is $2.78 trillion to spend; when the bills are signed into law by the president they go to different agencies for disbursement of the funds. Commissioner Dressler asked if this is a net sum gain and Mr. McIntyre said every member of Congress has an allocation of money to spend. Our July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 8 of 10 job is to make sure we get to these people and make our case as to why these monies should flow to Tamarac. This is a highly competitive process. Commissioner Dressier questioned the `personal relationship game' and spoke of senators in Northern Florida not being familiar with Tamarac. Vice Mayor Portner said when he and City Manager Miller went to Washington they visited many senators' offices and all received he and the City Manager favorably. Excellent presentations were made by the City Manager and the Russ Reid Corporation; there is a lot of competition for money. Mr. McIntyre said Tamarac is the constituent and a member of congress will not do something because the Russ. Reid Company asks; but they will do for their constituents. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco thanked Vice Mayor Portner for bringing the Russ Reid Corporation to Tamarac and said she is very pleased with today's presentation. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said moving forward she would like to see a prospectus prior to a meeting to give her and the members of the commission time to review it. Mr. McIntyre said it is not too early to begin thinking about next year; if we do not get money for emergency preparedness this year we can bring it back to Congress next year. If additional money is needed for the Pine Island Overpass, Recreation Center, Stormwater or other matters, it should be included. Commissioner Sultanof asked what would happen if there is a different tilt on Congress after November and Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked when the next update would be. Mr. McIntyre said he would update the Mayor and City Commission whenever they wanted, and if the democrats take control of the house or senate it would be good for Tamarac as there will be more money available. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked that the Russ Reid Corporation communicate through the City Manager to the Mayor and City Commission. Commissioner Sultanof asked for a consensus of the Mayor and City Commission to dedicate City Hall in honor of the Honorable Norman Abramowitz and construct a bronze plaque with his picture. Commissioner Sultanof said Norman Abramowitz brought Tamarac into the 21st Century during his work for Tamarac and the County over the past 30 years. Vice Mayor Portner said several years ago he proposed naming Satellite City Hall for former Commissioner Lary Mishkin and he was turned down at that time. He would like at this time to dedicate Fire Station 15 to honor former Commissioner Larry Mishkin. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco said she was on the commission at the time Vice Mayor Portner proposed naming Satellite City Hall in honor of Larry Mishkin and her concern was that we do not own the building in which Satellite City Hall is situated. She would prefer to dedicate a building that we own. City Manager Miller said staff needs to do some further research regarding City Hall and get all our ducks in a row. A plaque is definitely in order for our former Commissioner and Mayor Abramowitz as he did a great deal for the City. It will take time to manufacture a bronze plaque as it is a piece of art. Staff will work on this over the break and arrange for the event some time in the fall; we will coordinate with the Mayor and City Commission's schedules. Commissioner Sultanof said he has a family photo of former Mayor Abramowitz which he will bring to the City Manager's office. City Manager Miller said with regard to Vice Mayor Portner's proposal, he will bring that back to the Mayor and City Commission after the break, as he wants to make sure the fire station has not been dedicated to anybody else. Assistant City Manager Phillips said we need to look at what happened there and what we can do relative to the buildings. Mayor July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 9 of 10 Flansbaum-Talabisco said the Vice Mayor's point is that he would like to have something dedicated in the name of Vice Mayor Mishkin and asked staff to research the Fire Station or another building. Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco asked for an expression of interest on the dedication for both former Mayor Abramowitz and Vice Mayor Mishkin. All were in agreement. There being no further business to come before the Mayor and City Commission, Mayor Flansbaum-Talabisco adjourned the workshop meeting at 12:30 p.m. Marion Swenson, CMC City Clerk 1 July 10, 2006 City Commission Workshop Page 10 of 10