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CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
RESOLUTION NO. Xqq w a ag
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
TAMARAC, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED CITY OF
TAMARAC 2000 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA; DIRECTING
APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO SEND A COPY OF THE CITY
OF TAMARAC STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA TO THE BROWARD
COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION AND THE FLORIDA LEAGUE
OF CITIES FOR CONSIDERATION DURING THE 2000 FLORIDA
LEGISLATIVE SESSION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, there is a need for the City of Tamarac to develop and submit a legislative
agenda, which reflects the local issues and concerns, to the Broward County Legislative
Delegation for consideration for the 2000 Florida Legislative Session; and
WHEREAS, a seven -member City Legislative Agenda Committee developed the
proposed City of Tamarac Agenda for the 2000 Florida Legislative Session; and
WHEREAS, the Assistant to the City Manager recommends approval of the City of
Tamarac 2000 Legislative Agenda, as proposed by the Legislative Agenda Committee; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida deems it to be in the
best interest of the citizens and residents of the City of Tamarac to advocate for municipal
interests and actively participate in the state legislative process.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1: The foregoing "WHEREAS" clauses are hereby ratified and confirmed as
being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of this Resolution.
SECTION 2: That the City of Tamarac 2000 State Legislative Agenda (attached as
Exhibit A), for the upcoming Florida Legislative Session, is hereby approved.
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SECTION 3: That appropriate City officials are directed to send a copy of the City of
Tamarac 2000 State Legislative Agenda to the Broward County Legislative Delegation and the
Florida League of Cities for consideration during the 2000 Florida Legislative Session.
SECTION 4: All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 5: If any clause, section, other part or application of this Resolution is held
by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or invalid, in part or application, it
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions or applications of this Resolution.
SECTION 6: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
adoption.
PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this day of L1999.
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City of Tamarac, Florida
Proposed 2000 State Legislative Action Agenda
The 2000 State Legislative Action Agenda of the City of Tamarac lists important legislative and
appropriation items of concern to the City. The City asks the Florida Legislature for support and
consideration on these important issues. The City is willing to provide additional information on
any of the legislative and appropriation items as necessary.
State Legislative Items:
1. Community Development Agency Regulations — The City of Tamarac opposes
any changes to the Community Redevelopment Agency regulations that would limit
local governments' authority or funding to the Agency. The City understands that
legislation may be considered during the 2000 Legislative Session that would
change the Community Redevelopment Agency designation criteria. The City is
currently evaluating the establishment of a Community Redevelopment Agency to
enhance certain areas which need of physical improvement. Based on preliminary
information, the targeted Community Development Area meets the current_ criteria
for a CRA designation as defined by Florida Statute 163. The City opposes the
creation of more stringent CRA criteria that may prevent the City of Tamarac from
designating a Community Redevelopment Area. (Community Development)
2. State Solid Waste Management Trust Fund — The City of Tamarac supports the
. State Solid Waste Management Trust Fund. While funding to Recycling Grant
Programs may not be reestablished to historic levels, the City recognizes the need
to pursue and develop alternative recycling avenues so the recycling goals can be
fully accomplished. The City of Tamarac uses funding from this fund to support its
Recycling Public Education Program. This program is necessary to continue efforts
to improve recycling of certain solid waste material and to meet or exceed the
Florida State Statute on solid waste management. The City of Tamarac also
acknowledges that promoting new uses and supporting innovative programs for
recycling material are important to the overall viability of the state recycling program.
(Public Works)
3. Unfunded Mandates — The City of Tamarac opposes legislation that imposes
unfunded mandates on cities and has not been studied for local impact. These
mandates deplete limited resources from necessary City programs and services.
The State of Florida Legislature recognizes how federal mandates hinder the State's
ability to respond to problems and issues. Likewise, the State should not impose
unfunded mandates on local governments without providing the necessary funding
to operate and/or implement such mandates. (Finance)
A. Police and Fire Pension — In the 1999 Legislative Session, legislation was
passed (CS/HB 261) that mandated increasing police and fire pension
benefits above statutory minimums. These benefit levels have been
• traditionally established through collective bargaining. Police and
Fire/Rescue Services comprise one of the largest expenditures in the City's
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General Operating Budget. The new pension benefit levels pose a fiscal
impact for the City in providing public safety services. The City supports the
Florida League of Cities position on drafting legislation that provides for
cities to be given a credit for police and fire pension benefits provided above
the statutory minimums. The proposed legislation would minimize the fiscal
impact to cities resulting from the passage of last year's legislation
increasing police and fire pension benefits.
4. Home Rule Authority — The City of Tamarac supports legislation that preserves
local home rule authority. Local governments should be empowered to decide their
local affairs and operate their government. Home rule is crucial to continue the
ability of Tamarac residents to solve local problems in ways most appropriate to their
needs and conditions. (General Government)
A. Solid Waste Management Services — During the 1999 Legislative Session,
legislation (i.e SB 1370 and HB 2033) regarding solid waste services was
filed but died in committee. If passed, this legislation would have imposed
restrictions on cities in providing solid waste services and prohibited local
governments from using public funds to subsidize solid waste services. The
City understands that this legislation might be address in the 2000
Legislative Session. To this end, the City opposes legislation that infringes
on its authority in the provision of solid waste services. The City wants to
maintain maximum authority and flexibility in providing municipal services in
an efficient and effective manner.
B. Unified Telecommunications Tax — The City of Tamarac opposes legislation
that would impair its authority to collect franchise fees from
telecommunication and communications service providers that use the public
rights -of -way. As proposed, the Unified Telecommunication Tax would
replace state and local taxes and local franchise fees related to
telecommunication and communication services with a single unified tax and
fees administered at the state level. Implementation of the Unified
Telecommunications Tax could negatively affect the City's revenue streams
and limit the City's ability to manage the use of its public rights -of -way. The
City supports a Unified Telecommunications Tax only if the legislation
contains adequate protections that municipal governments will continue to
receive a growing, reliable and bondable source of revenue from
telecommunication and communication service providers.
5. State Revenue Sharing Program — The City of Tamarac significantly depends
upon state revenue sharing resources, such as city -county revenue sharing, local ad
valorem tax, cigarette tax, highway aid funds etc. The City opposes reductions in
funding levels to provide essential municipal programs and services. (Finance)
A. Cigarette Tax — By State Law certain revenues are earmarked to counties
and municipalities for Revenue Sharing. Our research indicates that two-
thirds (64%) of revenue sharing funds for municipalities is derived from the
32.4% dedication of the Cigarette Tax collections. The Cigarette Tax has
produced declining revenues for the past years. This trend is likely to
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accelerate with the recent tobacco lawsuit settlement. This lack of growth
puts a greater strain on municipal resources. The City supports the
enactment of legislation substituting an expanding revenue source for the
Cigarette Tax used to fund Municipal Revenue Sharing. Legislation of this
kind should also provide a minimum guaranteed level of funding from this
source.
B. Partial Year Assessments — Property taxes assessed on real property are a
primary source of revenue for Florida municipalities. These property taxes
serve as a basic funding source for public education and public safety (i.e.
fire and rescue services, law enforcement and corrections). Currently, new
construction that is issued a certificate of occupancy during the year is not
placed on the tax roll until the following year although basic governmental
services are provided. Partial assessments would provide a closer link
between the benefits residents receive from municipalities and the taxes
needed to support the provision of those services. The City supports the
enactment of legislation implementing a partial year assessment program for
real property. This legislation will allow changes in real property value to be
linked to the benefits provided by local governments.
6. Statewide Building Code - The City of Tamarac supports the adoption of a
statewide building code that allows the South Florida area to maintain its current
level of building standards. The current South Florida Building Code contains
important provisions (i.e. roofing, construction, hurricane shutters and inspection
• standards) that adequately protect the property of citizens in hurricane prone areas
such as Broward County. (Building & Trades)
State Appropriation Items:
1. Quick Closing Fund — The City of Tamarac supports increased funding for the
Governor's discretionary fund to attract Economic Development Projects to the State
of Florida. Monies from the discretionary fund are used in attracting businesses and
industries to Florida from other states. The City supports increased funding and
financial incentives for programs tailored toward attracting new business and
industry to Florida. The City also urges your support of state legislation that is
favorable to developing and maintaining a positive business environment for
successful economic development opportunities in the City of Tamarac. (Community
Development)
2. Parks and Recreation Grant Funding - The City of Tamarac supports increased
funding for the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP). The
1999 appropriation level was $12 million dollars. Last year, the Governor vetoed
over $2.5 million dollars in park development projects in Broward County,
The City's Caporella Bridge Project totaling $62,000 was funded in the 1999/2000
State Appropriations Budget but was vetoed. This funding was necessary to replace
an unsafe walking bridge at a 10-acre park in Tamarac.
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The City of Tamarac is planning to submit another FRDAP grant application for
Phase II of Caporella Park improvements. As proposed, the application will request
grant funding for $102,500 with a city match of $102,500. The total project cost of
$205,000. The grant will fund the construction of restrooms, bridge replacement and
a parking area at Caporella Park. The City urges your support of this grant
application. (Parks and Recreation)
3. Florida Communities Trust Program - The City of Tamarac requests the continued
funding of the Florida Communities Trust Program for parkland acquisition purposes.
The City of Tamarac has limited space for park development. The City is exploring
the feasibility of seeking grant funding through the Florida Communities Trust
Program to acquire additional parkland. The City of Tamarac plans to submit an
application to the Florida Communities Trust Program in the future and urges your
support. (Parks and Recreation)
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