HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-06-12 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 2019
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Michelle J. Gomez called the Commission Meeting of the City of
Tamarac to order at 7:03 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, in City Commission Chambers,
Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88' 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 C. Cernech, City Attorney Samuel S. Goren and
City Clerk Patricia A. Teufel.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Kayla Arielle Pierre led the Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Gomez led a moment of silence on behalf of Ms. Lisa Boccard, the Virginia Beach
Victims and the Orlando Pulse Club Victims.
1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
a. Presentation of a Plaque to the Mayor and Commission by Randy Hibshman,
representing Challenger Baseball.
b. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Michelle Gomez proclaiming June 2019 as
"Caribbean -American Heritage Month". (Requested by Commissioner Marlon Bolton).
2. CITY COMMISSION REPORTS
a. Commissioner Bolton: Commissioner Bolton thanked the recipient of the proclamation on
Caribbean -American Heritage Month and spoke about diversity. He attended the Lakes of
Carriage Hills Hurricane Preparedness meeting and thanked resident Herbert Daly for his
contributions to the City as well as BSO Chief Neal Glassman and Officer Marion. Attended the
Broward Outreach Center and assisted in feeding the homeless. He talked about
homelessness. Commissioner Bolton said he can be contacted at (954) 275-3850 and extended
the message to anyone wishing to contact him. Commissioner Bolton talked about the storage
facility in District 1 and made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gelin, to earmark the
proceeds of the sale of the property at Rock Island Road and Commercial Boulevard to District
1. Mayor Gomez asked the City Manager to add a discussion on meeting procedures to the next
workshop agenda. City Attorney Goren noted the closing on the property has not occurred,
having a tentative date of July 12. Mayor Gomez asked City Attorney Goren for procedural
direction and he referenced Chapter 286.01-4. Mayor Gomez opened a Public Hearing for
public comments. Ronald Wasserman, residing at 7787 Jade Drive, he was opposed to only
one (1) District receiving the proceeds. With no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Gomez closed
the Public Hearing and requested the City Clerk call the roll. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
Commissioner Bolton recognized Lauderdale Lakes Mayor Hazelle P. Rogers in the audience
and Mayor Gomez welcomed and invited her to speak at the podium. Mayor Rogers thanked
the City Commission for recognizing diversity and invited the public and the City Commission to
her State of the City Address.
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Code Of Ordinances to reflect the Rezoning of certain real estate property described as all of
that land shown as Parcel "A" and Parcel "B" on the plat of Colony West Shopping Plaza as
recorded in Plat Book 84 Page 25 of the Public Records of Broward County, Florida, , and fully
described in the legal description attached hereto as Exhibit "A", from the current MU-N
(Mixed-Use Neighborhood) zoning classification to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) zoning
classification, for the subject property located at 8501 West McNab Road, in order to allocate
two hundred and twelve (212) Flexibility Units and 8.74 gross Commercial-to-Residential flex
acres to facilitate the development of a residential apartment use and provide consistency with
the Land Development Code in accordance with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan of the
City Of Tamarac; (case no. 10-Z-18); providing for amendment to the Official Zoning Map to
reflect such change; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an
effective date.
Vice Mayor Debra Placko seconded by Commissioner Fishman made a motion to approve
T02401. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING MAY 22, 2019
PASSED N SECOND READING JUNE 12, 2019
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2019-10
12. OTHER
12a. Commissioner Gelin, based on the discussion at Monday's Workshop meeting, made a
motion requesting the City Commission to adopt a resolution adopting the Sister Cities Program
and select three (3) cities as Friendship Cities: one from Latin America, one from the Caribbean,
and one from Israel. Mayor Gomez led discussion and motion clarification. City Attorney noted if
the Commission adopts the motion, will draft a resolution that will support the conditions offered
by Commissioner Gelin and then come back to the City Commission for ratification.
Commissioner Bolton seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously (5-0).
12b. Commissioner Gelin, based on the discussion at Monday's Workshop meeting, made a
motion to lift the ban on Medical Marijuana and adopt a policy for Medical Marijuana to be sold
in the City of Tamarac. City Attorney Goren noted the item would require an ordinance to repeal.
Discussion ensued regarding the motion. Commissioner Gelin requested City Attorney Goren
clarify the motion on the table. City Attorney Goren said if the motion passes, he and staff will
prepare an ordinance to lift the ban on Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in the City of Tamarac
and to create an ordinance that would regulate them consistent with pharmacies as presented
by Community Development Director Calloway and Assistant City Attorney Sherman at last
Monday's Workshop. Commissioner Fishman seconded the motion. Motion approved
unanimously (5-0).
There being no further business to come before the City Commission, Mayor Gomez adjourned
the meeting at 9:21 p.m.
Michelle J. Gom94Mayor
Lillian Pabon, CMC
Assistant City Clerk
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b. Commissioner Mike Gelin: Commissioner Gelin recognized former Lauderdale Lakes District
Chief who is currently running for Sherriff, Andre Smallen. Commissioner Gelin gave a
presentation covering his activities for the period of April 25, 2019 through May 6, 2019, a copy
of which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
c. Commissioner Julie Fishman: Commissioner Fishman reported attending the Racial
Equity Training, the Human Rights Board for Broward County Meeting, Children's Services
Council and spoke about racial inequity. She also attended Challenger Elementary 5tn
Advancement ceremony, Hispanic Unity & Prosperity Now, Home of South Florida for the
homelessness, and the TJ Reddick installation event. She concluded noting the Human Rights
Board discussed Human Trafficking issues.
d. Vice Mayor Debra Placko: Vice Mayor Placko reported attending the Broward Outreach
facility and noted the agency's full program for the homeless assisting people to be self-
sufficient and invited the public to attend the agency's tours and make donations. She also
attended Tamarac Elementary graduation. Vice Mayor Placko attended the District 4
Neighborhood meeting and thanked all attendees, City Staff and the people e-mailing her. She
noted that at the University Hospital meeting on June 18, 2019 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. will
have a demonstration on robotic surgery and wished a Happy Father's Day for those celebrating
the occasion.
Commissioner Marlon Bolton wished Commissioner Gelin a Happy Birthday.
e. Mayor Michelle J. Gomez: Mayor Gomez said she is doing fine on her treatment and
thanked the staff for the coordination of the District 4 Neighborhood meeting and the Memorial
Day Event. She reported attending the graduation ceremonies for Bethlehem Kindergarten
class, Piper High School, Talavera High School, Challenger Elementary and Renaissance
Charter School and thanked school teachers and their schools. Mayor Gomez presented a
Muslim -American Heritage Proclamation to the Alazhar School. Mayor Gomez attended the
MPO Transportation Committee Roundtable meeting, met with the Supervisor of Elections
regarding the 2020 Elections, the Board and Committees Appreciation Luncheon, the Chamber
of Commerce breakfast and congratulated two (2) Firefighters recognized as Firefighters of the
year, one from City of North Lauderdale and one from City of Tamarac and the members of the
Tamarac Fire Rescue. Mayor Gomez concluded wishing all fathers a Happy Father's Day.
3. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT: City Attorney Goren referred to Monday's Workshop
discussion related to Boyd Anderson High School and charitable organizations. He talked about
Disclosure Forms that must be filed. City Attorney Goren noted that under the Internal Revenue
Code if an entity is classified as a 501.(c)3 and is on the City List Commission members are not
require to fill out a disclosure form. He clarified that a school is not an individual 501.(c)3 agency
and asked if there was a PTO in the school. Mayor Gomez asked Commissioner Bolton to find
out if there is a PTO at Boyd Anderson School. Commissioner Bolton asked how to achieve
raising funds. City Attorney Goren noted Boyd Anderson High School is not a legal entity but a
corporate entity and said Commissioner Bolton can request a safe harbor document if needed
to provide further assistance.
4. CITY MANAGER REPORT: City Manager Cernech said that the Community Development
Department, Housing Division will open the Annual Neighborhood Partnership Program for
HOAs and Condominium Association seeking funds to improve and enhance Qualified Common
Areas within their Community. The program will open at 8:00 a.m. on June 17, 2019 and close
at 4:00 p.m. on June 28, 2019. Applications will be available in the Community Development
Department and on the City's Website beginning June 17, 2019.
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From the Financial Services Department, the City of Tamarac has received notice that the City
of Tamarac has been awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the
Government Finance Officers Association for the annual budget document for FY 2019. This is
the twenty-second (22nd) consecutive year the City has received this award. A Governmental
Unit must publish a Budget Document that meets program criteria as a Policy Document, as a
Financial Plan, as an Operations Guide, and as a Communications Device. The City Manager's
Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2020 was distributed today to the City Commission.
Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events: Father's Day Family Fishing Tournament will be held on
Saturday, June 15th, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Caporella Park, 5200 Prospect Road. The event
includes a gift for Dad and lunch. Participants must bring their own fishing equipment and
practice "Catch and Release". The cost per person is $5.00 for Residents/$8.00 for Non -
Residents. Must Pre -Register by June 12th.
The 4th of July All American Event Celebration at the City of Tamarac Sports Complex will take
place on Thursday, July 4th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring
"Jam Band", Kid's area with inflatables, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, Games, and Food Trucks
along with a Choreographed Pyrotechnical Firework Display that kicks off promptly at 9:00 p.m.
Parking is limited onsite. Shuttles will be available from City Hall and the Tamarac Community
Center.
Patriotic Splash Party Event at the Caporella Aquatic Center to celebrate America's Birthday
with a Patriotic Splash Swim Party on Thursday, July 4th, 2019 from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 p.m.
The fee is $4.50 per child and $5.00 per adult. Attendees will enjoy swimming, music, games,
arts and crafts and a cool treat.
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Mayor Gomez opened Public Participation and the following
individual spoke: Jeffrey Shapiro,6104 Orchard Tree Ln. spoke and stated he attended and
testified at the Planning Board meeting about 13th Floor working behind his house. He asked the
City to hold 13th Floor accountable for his loss of 400 feet of land. Mayor Gomez closed the
Public Participation and moved to the next agenda item.
6. CONSENT AGENDA: Mayor Gomez asked City Manager Cernech if there are items to
be added or removed from the Consent Agenda and City Manager Cernech said there were no
changes or additions to the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Bolton requested to pull items 6c
TR13239, 6d TR13263, 6e TR3284, 6f TR13285, 6g TR13286 and 6h TR13275 for individual
consideration from the Consent Agenda.
Vice Mayor Placko made a motion seconded by Commissioner Gelin, to approve items 6a and
6b on the Consent Agenda. Motion passed unanimously (5-0), as amended for items 6a and 6b.
a. Approval of the April 24, 2019 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes — APPROVED
b. Approval of the May 8, 2019 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes - APPROVED
c. TR13239 - Authorize Purchase of Generators for Lift Stations - A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving the purchase of two (2) mobile
generators from Generac Mobile Products utilizing the United States General Services
Administration Contract # GS-07F-0211 M; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to purchase
said generators utilizing GSA Contract #GS-07F-0211 M in an amount not to exceed
$84,629.74; authorizing an expenditure in an amount not to exceed $84,629.74 from the
appropriate account; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an
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effective date. Commissioner Bolton made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gelin to
approve item 6c TR13239. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution TR13239 by title
into the record. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
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d. TR13263 - Tract 27 Booster Station Upgrade - A Resolution of the City Commission of the
City of Tamarac, Florida, approving Task Authorization No. 19-170 and authorizing the
appropriate City Officials to execute Task Authorization No. 19-170 with Eckler Engineering,
Inc., to provide professional services for the design of the Tract 27 Booster Station Upgrade
Project in the amount of $250,100.00; including preparation of detailed plans and specifications
followed by bidding assistance and engineering services during construction, in accordance with
the City's Consulting Engineering Agreement as authorized by Resolution No. R-2016-80, for an
amount not to exceed $250,100.00; authorizing an additional appropriation in the amount not to
exceed $100,100.00 to be included in a future budget amendment pursuant to F.S. 166.241(2);
authorizing the appropriate City Officials to administer the Contract; providing for conflicts;
providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Commissioner Bolton made a
motion, seconded by Commissioner Gelin to approve item 6d TR13263. City Attorney Goren
read Temporary Resolution TR13263 title on record. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
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e. TR13284 - Appointing One Member to the Public Art Committee - A Resolution of the City
Commission of the city of Tamarac, Florida, appointing one (1) member to the Public Art
Committee; to serve a term concurrent with the appointing Commission Member or until such
time as new appoints are made; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing
an effective date. Commissioner Bolton made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gelin to
move item 6e TR13284 to the floor for discussion. City Attorney Goren read Temporary
Resolution TR13284 title on record. Discussion ensued related to inconsistencies in the process
in place for the selection of a Board or Committee applicant. Commissioner Bolton made a
motion, seconded by Commissioner Fishman to approve item 6e TR13284. Motion passed
unanimously (5-0).
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f. TR13285 - Appointing One Member to the Parks & Recreation Board - A Resolution of the
City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, appointing one (1) member to the Parks and
Recreation Board to serve a term concurrent with the appointing Commission Member or until
such time as new appointments are made; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and
providing an effective date. Vice Mayor Placko made a motion, seconded by Commissioner
Bolton to approve item 6f TR13285. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution TR13285
title on record. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
RESOLUTION R-2019-47
g. TR13286 - AHAC Committee Member Appointment - A resolution of the City Commission
of The City of Tamarac, Florida, appointing David Mohabir to the City's Affordable Housing
Advisory Committee as required by Section 420.9076 (2) Florida Statutes and City Ordinance
No. 2008-04; providing for the expiration of terms of office; directing city staff to take any and all
action necessary to effectuate the intent of this resolution; providing for conflicts; providing for
severability; and providing for an effective date. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution
TR13286 title on record. Commissioner Bolton reiterated his position on the selection process.
Commissioner Gelin inquired about district requirements for the AHAC Committee. City
Manager Cernech noted qualifications are done by Board. Community Development Director
Calloway noted there is no district residency requirement for the applicants. Vice Mayor Placko
made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gelin to approve item 6g TR 13286. Motion passed
unanimously (5-0).
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h. TR13275 - Marker Agreement for Colony West - 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. Commissioner Bolton
made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gelin to move item 6h TR13275 to the floor for
discussion. City Attorney Goren read Temporary Resolution TR13275 title on record. Financial
Services Director Mark Mason appeared and responded to questions from Commissioner Gelin
and Commissioner Bolton regarding the timeline for completion of the Colony West project,
procurement process to choose AD1, amount paid to Goldstein for his services, Return on
Investment and Projections. City Manager Cernech provided additional project background.
Commissioner Fishman made a motion, seconded by Vice Mayor Placko to approve item 6h
TR13275. Motion passed three (3) votes to two (2) with Commissioner Bolton and
Commissioner Gelin dissenting.
RESOLUTION R-2019-49
7. REGULAR AGENDA: There were no Regular Agenda items scheduled for this meeting.
8. ORDINANCE(S) - FIRST READING:
a. T02404 - MU-N Self Storage Code Amendment - 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. City Attorney Goren
read T02404 by title into the record. Commissioner Fishman seconded by Commissioner
Placko moved approval of T02404 on first reading. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING JUNE 12, 2019.
b. T02405 - Human Trafficking Public Awareness Signs Ordinance - 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. City
Attorney Goren read T02405 into the record. Commissioner Fishman seconded by
Commissioner Gelin moved approval of T02405 on first reading. Motion passed unanimously
(5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING ON JUNE 12, 2019.
9. PUBLIC HEARING(S): There were no Public Hearings items scheduled for this meeting
10. ORDINANCE(S) - SECOND READING: There were no Ordinances on Second Reading
scheduled for this meeting
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11. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING(S):
City Attorney Goren said items 11 a. T02400 and 11 b. T02401 will be considered together but
will be voted on separately. Vice Mayor Placko seconded by Commissioner Bolton made a
motion to have T02400 on the table for discussion. Motion passed unanimously (5-0). Mayor
Gomez recessed the meeting at 8:40 p.m. reconvening at 9:02 p.m. City Attorney Goren read
T02400 title into the record. Vice Mayor Placko seconded by Commissioner Gelin made a
motion to have T02401 on the table for discussion. City Attorney Goren read T02401 title into
the record. City Attorney Goren noted that at the request of Bill Laystrom for the applicant, and
of the Community Development Director Maxine Calloway, wishes to republish the testimony
and evidence presented at the meeting of May 22, 2019. City Attorney Goren went over the
Quasi -Judicial process and procedures. City Clerk Pat Teufel sworn in all witnesses. City
Attorney Goren asked the City Commission of any Exparte Communications or Disclosures
related to items 11 a and 11 b and read competent and substantial evidence definition. Mayor
and Commissioners responded they have nothing to disclose. Community Development
Director Calloway appeared and confirmed her wishes to republish the testimony and evidence
presented at the May 22, 2019 City Commission meeting. Mr. Bill Laystrom, 1177 SE 3rd
Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, appeared on behalf of the applicant. Mayor Gomez opened the Public
Hearing. Ronald Wasserman, resident at 8577 Jade Drive in Tamarac spoke opposing the
project. Mayor Gomez closed the Public Hearing.
a. T02400 - Eden West Apartments - Small Scale Local Land Use Amendment - An
ordinance of the City Commission of the City Of Tamarac, Florida, adopting a Small Scale
Local Land Use Plan Amendment to the City Of Tamarac's Comprehensive Plan Future Land
Use Map in accordance with Chapter 163, specifically Section 163.3187 of the Florida State
Statutes, for an area of approximately 6.24 net acres in size, located on the Northeast corner
of North Pine Island Road and West McNab Road, addressed as 8501 West McNab Road,
more specifically described as all of that land shown as Parcel "A" and Parcel "B" on the plat
of Colony West Shopping Plaza as recorded in Plat Book 84 page 25 of the public records of
Broward County, Florida, and fully described in the legal description attached hereto as Exhibit
"A", to change the future land use designation from "Commercial" to "Medium -High
Residential" in order to allocate two hundred and twelve (212) flexibility units and 8.74 gross
commercial -to -residential flex acres to facilitate the development of a residential apartment
use and provide consistency with the land development code in accordance with the intent of
the Comprehensive Plan of the City Of Tamarac; (case no. 3-LUA-18) authorizing transmittal
of the Small Scale Land Use Map Amendment to the Department Of Economic Opportunity
and the Broward County Planning Council for recertification of the City Of Tamarac Future
Land Use Map; providing for amendment to the land use plan to reflect such change;
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
Vice Mayor Debra Placko seconded by Commissioner Fishman made a motion to approve
T02400. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING MAY 22, 2019
PASSED N SECOND READING JUNE 12, 2019
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2019-09
b. T02401 - Eden West Apartments - Rezoning and Flexibility Units & Acres - An Ordinance
of the City Commission of the City Of Tamarac, Florida, amending the Official Zoning Map of
the City Of Tamarac referenced in Section 10-2.1(b) of Chapter 10 of the City Of Tamarac
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Code Of Ordinances to reflect the Rezoning of certain real estate property described as all of
that land shown as Parcel "A" and Parcel "B" on the plat of Colony West Shopping Plaza as
recorded in Plat Book 84 Page 25 of the Public Records of Broward County, Florida, , and fully
described in the legal description attached hereto as Exhibit "A", from the current MU-N
(Mixed-Use Neighborhood) zoning classification to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) zoning
classification, for the subject property located at 8501 West McNab Road, in order to allocate
two hundred and twelve (212) Flexibility Units and 8.74 gross Commercial-to-Residential flex
acres to facilitate the development of a residential apartment use and provide consistency with
the Land Development Code in accordance with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan of the
City Of Tamarac; (case no. 10-Z-18); providing for amendment to the Official Zoning Map to
reflect such change; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an
effective date.
Vice Mayor Debra Placko seconded by Commissioner Fishman made a motion to approve
T02401. Motion passed unanimously (5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING MAY 22, 2019
PASSED N SECOND READING JUNE 12, 2019
ORDINANCE NO. 0-2019-10
12. OTHER
12a. Commissioner Gelin, based on the discussion at Monday's Workshop meeting, made a
motion requesting the City Commission to adopt a resolution adopting the Sister Cities Program
and select three (3) cities as Friendship Cities: one from Latin America, one from the Caribbean,
and one from Israel. Mayor Gomez led discussion and motion clarification. City Attorney noted if
the Commission adopts the motion, will draft a resolution that will support the conditions offered
by Commissioner Gelin and then come back to the City Commission for ratification.
Commissioner Bolton seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously (5-0).
12b. Commissioner Gelin, based on the discussion at Monday's Workshop meeting, made a
motion to lift the ban on Medical Marijuana and adopt a policy for Medical Marijuana to be sold
in the City of Tamarac. City Attorney Goren noted the item would require an ordinance to repeal.
Discussion ensued regarding the motion. Commissioner Gelin requested City Attorney Goren
clarify the motion on the table. City Attorney Goren said if the motion passes, he and staff will
prepare an ordinance to lift the ban on Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in the City of Tamarac
and to create an ordinance that would regulate them consistent with pharmacies as presented
by Community Development Director Calloway and Assistant City Attorney Sherman at last
Monday's Workshop. Commissioner Fishman seconded the motion. Motion approved
unanimously (5-0).
There being no further business to come before the City Commission, Mayor Gomez adjourned
the meeting at 9:21 p.m.
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Michelle J. Gorr► ! , Mayor
Lillian Pabon, CMC
Assistant City Clerk
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