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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-06-10 - City Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes CITY OF TAMARAC CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2019 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Michelle J. Gomez called the Workshop of the City Commission to order at 9:39 a.m. on Monday, June 10, 2019 in Conference Room 105, City Hall, 7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321. ROLL CALL: Mayor Michelle J. Gomez, Vice Mayor Debra Placko, Commissioner Marlon Bolton, Commissioner E. Mike Gelin and Commissioner Julie Fishman were in attendance. Also in attendance were City Manager Michael Cernech, Assistant City Manager Kathleen Gunn, City Attorney Samuel Goren and City Clerk Patricia Teufel. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Julie Fishman 1. TR13275 - Marker Agreement for Colony West- Item No. 6 (h) on the Consent Agenda. (TR13275) A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, Accepting and Authorizing the Appropriate City Officials to Execute Change Orders Numbers One (1) Through Five (5) to the Assigned Construction Agreement with The Marker Group, LLC thereby Increasing the Contract by One Million Forty-one Thousand Nine Hundred Three Dollars ($1,041,903) To Nine Million Two Hundred Thirty-five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-seven Dollars ($9,235,757); Authorizing the City Manager to Approve Non-Monetary Amendments to the Construction Contract; Authorizing the City Manager to Approve Line Item Change Orders Within the Approved Budget; Providing for Conflicts; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date. Public Services Director Jack Strain and Financial Services Director Mark Mason appeared. Public Services Director Jack Strain gave a presentation, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Director Strain provided project background; a history of the change orders; cost, and presented a zero-cost change between the original budget and the revised budget. Mayor Gomez opened the floor to the City Commission for questions or discussion. Vice Mayor Placko had questions related to charges, delays, who absorbs the cost, and the Clubhouse drawings. Director Strain noted the City will absorb the cost as part of the agreement with AD1. Director Mason noted there are no major changes to the structure. Vice Mayor Placko talked about her high expectations on the internal changes to include an area where people may hold weddings and photo ops. With no further discussion, Mayor Gomez thanked the presenters and moved to the next item on the agenda. 2. Sister Cities Discussion — Connect2Global, Inc. Chief Marketing & Development Officer Carolina Rendeiro and Assistant to the City Manager Laura Karpaviciute appeared. Ms. Rendeiro talked about programs in Sister Cities, the educational and business components as the connectors to cities and other countries, and the benefits of developing and increasing relationships. She talked about Sister Cities programs Page 1 of 5 COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING JUNE 10, 2019 from cities such as Tampa, St. Petersburgh, Coral Gables and Miami. Assistant to the City Manager Karpaviciute gave a presentation, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Ms. Karpaviciute provided background on Sister Cities International (SCI), the official organization recognized worldwide representing over 2,000 partnerships in more that 140 countries. She noted City of Tamarac previous Sister Cities efforts and talked about the program options such as Education, Culture, Economic Development and Technical Assistance, Member Services and options for the program structure. Ms. Karpaviciute presented budget estimates, cost examples and is seeking City Commission direction regarding joining the program, desired program elements, Sister Cities preferences and program structure. Ms. Rendeiro clarified that members in the delegation pay their own way when traveling, except the Mayor; independent consultants not used; and help students receive help with their visas. Mayor Gomez opened the floor for discussion. Ms. Rendeiro and Ms. Karpaviciute responded to City Commission questions regarding the programs for students, cost and return on investment, programs coming in and number of Sister Cities in Broward County. City Manager Cernech noted that after one (1) exchange, the City Commission did not establish a program. Additional discussion took place on the importance of exchanging information, concerns on financials, receiving assistance from the Business Community and selection of a Sister City. Mayor Gomez asked for a consensus for the City to become a Friendship City. A consensus was reached to move forward becoming a Friendship City, figure out a true budget and build criteria before selecting a City. Mayor Gomez thanked the presenters and recessed the meeting at 10:50 a.m. reconvening at 11:04 a.m. with all present as before. 3. Public Art Discussion - Community Development Director Maxine Calloway and Public Art Administrators George Gadson and Beth Ravitz appeared. Director Calloway provided an introduction. Public Art Administrators Beth Ravitz and George Gadson gave a presentation, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Administrator Ravitz noted that the Public Art Projects for discussion and consensus were Inspiration Way, Colony West Banquet Wall Bass Relief and the Community Center Mural. Ms. Ravitz talked about the process to select the artists for each of the Projects. She presented the sculpture pictures and a brief background for each of the 15 artists in the final selection for the Inspiration Way Project. Administrators Ravitz, Gadson and Community Development Director Calloway responded to questions from the City Commission related to the artist's contract, advertising to the public, logistics of the Public Art event in September to expose the sculptures to the public, purchase availability of the sculptures, maintenance of the sculptures, sculpture information, and reflective lighting. Administrator Gadson presented the sculpture pictures and a brief background for each of the three (3) artists in the final selection for the Colony West Banquet Wall Bass Relief Project. City Commission held discussion regarding artists' sculptures, sculpture material, sculpture of choice and color palette. Mayor Gomez asked for a consensus selecting the artist of choice having the majority consented on artist Jim Bowman. Administrator Ravitz presented pictures and historic photos of the City of Tamarac for the Community Center Mural Commemorating the 10th Year Page 2 of 5 COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING JUNE 10, 2019 Anniversary of the Tamarac Historical Society. Administrator Ravitz responded to City Commission questions and will forward more vibrant colors to the City Commission once available. Mayor Gomez thanked the presenters and moved to the next item on the agenda. 4. T02404 - MU-N Self Storage Code Amendment - Item No. 8 (a) on Ordinances First Reading. (T02404) An ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida amending Chapter 10 of the City's Code of Ordinances, entitled "Land Development Code" by amending Article 3, entitled "Use Regulations" by specifically amending Section 10-3.2 (H) entitled "Table of Allowed Uses" captioned as Table 10- 3.1 , to prohibit self-storage, indoor uses in the MU-N (Mixed Use Neighborhood) zoning district, in conformity with the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan; providing for codification; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Community Development Director Maxine Calloway appeared and gave a presentation, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Director Calloway opened the presentation with a history of Legislation and City Action. She also talked about existing allowed uses, existing zoning conditions, existing and recently approved Self-Storage facilities and storage permitting uses and effect of the new ordinance. Director Calloway availed herself for City Commission questions or comments. With no further questions, Mayor Gomez moved to the next item on the agenda. 5. T02405 - Human Trafficking Public Awareness Signs Ordinance - Item No 8 (b) on Ordinances First Reading. An ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, amending Chapter 10, Article 4 of the City of Tamarac Code of Ordinances Land Development Code, entitled "Development and Design Standards"; specifically, amending Section 10-4.10 entitled "Signs" by creating a new section 10-4.10(D)(3)(m) to be entitled "Human Trafficking Public Awareness Signs"; providing for codification; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for an effective date. Community Development Director Maxine Calloway appeared and gave a presentation, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Director Calloway presented a proposed draft ordinance, as directed by the City Commission at the April 22, 2019, City Commission Workshop, creating a new section in Sign Regulations, Section 10- 4.10(D)(3)(m) requiring the posting of Human Trafficking Public Awareness Signs at certain establishments for continued discussion and consideration, provided a proposed wording for the sign and the enforcement of the ordinance. Director Calloway responded to questions from the City Commission requesting the definition of private clubs and the responsibility to the City. Additional questions regarding the difference between a massage parlor and massage therapy was made. City Attorney Goren talked about the Pasco County Ordinance recently passed. With no further questions, Mayor Gomez recessed the meeting at 12:15 p.m., reconvening at 1:04 p.m. 6. Medical Marijuana Discussion - Community Development Director Maxine Calloway and Assistant City Attorney Brian Sherman appeared and gave a presentation, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Director Calloway said the purposes is for Page 3 of 5 COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING JUNE 10, 2019 the City Commission to reach a consensus whether to permit or not Dispensary Facilities in the City. She provided history of Legislation and City Action from 2016 thru 2018 and the results of a community survey conducted on April of 2019 to determine if Medical Marijuana Dispensaries should be allowed in the City of Tamarac, and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center Regulations. Assistant City Attorney Sherman said Municipalities may determine criteria for the location of, and permitting requirements of dispensaries, provided those regulations do not conflict with State Law or the Department of Health Rule. He added that the regulations may not be more restrictive than pharmacy regulations, same fees charged to a pharmacy, tax-free medicine. Attorney Sherman said Building and Fire Department Code applies to dispensaries. Attorney Sherman added there are additional State Regulations for transportation, packaging and advertisements. Director Calloway presented statistics for the Department of Health and for Businesses. Attorney Sherman talked about Trulieve vs. Florida Department of Health Statutory Litigation and the MedMen vs. City of Miami Beach Municipal Litigation. Director Calloway presented the City's current use regulations for Medical Marijuana Dispensing Facilities (Dispensaries) for retail sale is not permitted. She also presented F.S. 381.986 Current Provisions for Medical Marijuana Dispensing Facilities (Dispensaries) for retail sale range of fees. Attorney Sherman reported Senate Bill 182 was signed into law by Governor DeSantis on March 18, 2019, updating F.S. 381.986. He also noted Senate Bill 1020 was passed by the legislature and is awaiting transmittal to the Governor for review. It creates a State plan for the regulation and cultivation of hemp. Director Calloway concluded her presentation with a Marijuana Dispensing Facilities County Poll. Mayor Gomez opened the floor for City Commission discussion. The City Commission held discussion on changing pharmacy regulations on the State Statutes, economic opportunities for Dispensaries, what other cities have done, changes to City Code on pharmacies, which methods used on the survey, process for patients using Marijuana, and vaping. Mayor Gomez noted there is a majority of three City Commissioners and requested further in-depth review of a potential ordinance and more detail on the survey to later move on to the regulations. With no further discussion Mayor Gomez moved to the next item. 7. OTHER Commissioner Bolton requested two (2) items be added to the agenda for discussion. 7a. Storage facility on corner of Rock Island and Commercial Boulevard, sale of the property— Commissioner Bolton made a request to earmark proceeds from the sale of the property to District 1 projects. City Attorney Goren noted the property has not been sold yet and will take about 30 more days before closing. City Commission express their views regarding consistency, moving discussion of item to the next budget meeting to learn more about the projects already earmarked for next year, District 1 areas in need of attention. Mayor Gomez asked City Manager Cernech for input. City Manager Cernech talked about the Policy of Earmarking noting that money is not earmarked as a policy, money is allocated based on the project. He added that the sale of the property is a unique circumstance, and is not typical. Additional discussion was Page 4 of 5 COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING JUNE 10, 2019 held by the City Commission. With no further discussion Mayor Gomez moved to the next item. 7b. Charitable Organizations — Commissioner Bolton made a request to add Boyd Anderson High School to the City's list of Charities. Mayor Gomez requested clarification regarding the list of charities. City Attorney Goren defined non-profit charitable organization under the Internal Revenue Code. He asked the City Commission to refer to Ordinance 2015-55 of the Broward County Ethics Code. Attorney Goren said he will have to do more research on Public Schools and School Districts. Mayor Gomez asked for a consensus with all Commission members consenting to direct City Attorney Goren to research whether any School in Broward County is allowed to be in the City's co-sponsorship list. 7c. City Attorney Goren noted there will be an ordinance on the agenda at Wednesday's Commission meeting regarding the membership and composition of the Planning Board discussed at a workshop. The Ordinance is in preparation and will be delivered at Wednesday's meeting for First Reading. There being no further business to come before the City Commission, Mayor Gomez adjourned the meeting at 2:16 p.m. Lillian Pabon, CMC Assistant City Clerk Page 5 of 5 COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING JUNE 10, 2019