HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-11-13 - City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes CITY OF TAMARAC
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
NOVEMBER 13, 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, November 13, 2019, in the City
Commission Chambers, Tamarac 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 C. Cernech, Assistant City Attorney
Shanna Bridgeman and Acting City Clerk Lillian Pabon.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Julie Fishman
1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
a. 2019 3rd Quarter Neighborhood Beautification Program
Commercial: Wachovia TR CO NA TRSTEE, 7650 N University Drive, Tamarac, FL
District 1: Denise C. Chin, 4578 NW 16 Terrace, Tamarac, FL
District 2: Clara Munoz, 6709 NW 58 Court, Tamarac, FL
District 3: Richard & Maria Quardi, 7975 NW 89 Ave, Tamarac, FL
District 4: James & Patricia Romaine, 7820 NW 66 Terrace, Tamarac, FL
b. Charitable Organization Contributions - Presentation of charitable contributions to
the following organizations:
- Community Development Associate Patricia McPhoy from the Broward Outreach
Center-$500 from Commissioner Bolton and $500 from Vice Mayor Placko
- CEO Kirk Brown from Handy Inc.- $1,000 from Commissioner Gelin
- Executive Director Earl Miller, President Rosie Gomez, and Communications
Director Jeannie Gibson from the National Association of the Bahamas - $500 from
Commissioner Bolton
- Senior Vice President of Philanthropy and Communications Alica Brown from the
Urban League of Broward County - $1,000 from Commissioner Gelin
- Broward Education Foundation - $500 from Vice Mayor Placko and $500 from
Commissioner Bolton
2. CITY COMMISSION REPORTS
a. Commissioner Bolton talked about the Charitable Contribution Organizations, his
favorite Charity, Hurricane Dorian hit to the Bahamas, Boyd Anderson High School in
Lauderdale Lakes, the City's investment on the children attending school, Woodlands,
noted 92% graduation rate and mentioned aviation and culinary classes. Commissioner
Bolton thanked the Bermuda Club and concluded his report with his contact information:
cell number (954) 275-3850 and www.facebook.com/CommissionerMarlonBolton.
b. Commissioner Gelin gave a presentation which is on file at the City Clerk's Office,
that covered the bio of George Allen and examples of his legacy. Talked about City
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Government Week, Broward NAACP, Tamarac Halloween Hoopla, Caribbean American
Club Luncheon, Hispanic Vote Event, National Entrepreneur Month Celebration, and the
Veterans' Day Celebration. Commissioner Gelin requested a consensus to have City
Manager develop legislation for Small Businesses. Mayor Gomez called for a consensus
and a consensus was reached 5-0 votes.
c. Commissioner Fishman: Would like everyone to save the date as the City of
Tamarac will be hosting a Human Trafficking Summit to educate young people on the
signs of trafficking and on what to watch out for, to keep children safe. The second track
of the Summit will teach the parents what they should look out for, because sometimes
kids are not paying attention to those signs. The Summit will be on January 11, 2020
which is also Human Trafficking Awareness Day and information will be sent out shortly.
Commissioner Fishman commended Handy, Inc. for the vision shared with her and the
work they do keeping people off the streets, so they do not become victims.
Commissioner Gelin left the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
d. Vice Mayor Placko talked about the organizations that came in today.
Commissioner Bolton and her visit to an organization was beyond her expectations as
the work this organization does. The organization takes people in, put them through
programs, treat them with the highest respect, helping to make productive citizens. She
served lunch along with Commissioner Bolton and took a tour of the facility. These people
are like all of us that fall in on hard times. She attended the Tamarac Chamber of
Commerce's breakfast and met Lydia Cox-Creary from Boyd Anderson High School. Vice
Mayor Placko exhorted the public to support kids attending the Boyd Anderson High
School as they are the next generation and commended Ms. Cox-Creary for her
dedication and the job she does on behalf of the school and children. She talked about
the Veteran's Day Ceremony and invited people to contact her office for flyers regarding
Veterans' benefits. There are several businesses in Tamarac that give grants to Veterans.
Vice Mayor Placko noted the University Hospital now has a second robot, a MAKO,
having a total of two (2) robots for doing surgery. She wished a Happy Thanksgiving to
all.
e. Mayor Gomez thanked the Charity Organizations and talked about the Boyd
Anderson High School students in the Culinary Arts. Thanked the Chamber of Commerce
for the Golf Tournament that donated to the United Way Campaign. She thanked the
Renaissance Charter School Kindergarten children for allowing to read books to them
and thanked the Parks & Recreation and the Public Works staff for their hard work and
dedication. She talked about the Parks & Recreation Mayor Chess Challenge. Mayor
Gomez thanked the Veterans and their families for their service and talked about a brief
discussion held about being able to support businesses that hire Veterans and all
businesses that raise money to help our Veterans returning home re-enter the civilian
world. Mayor Gomez said she looks forward to seeing you all at the Turkey Trot Race.
3. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT: Assistant City Attorney Shana Bridgeman said this is a
full circle moment for her as she was a graduate at Boyd Anderson High School, in the IV
Program and an IV Diploma recipient. It was quite a surprise to see them here tonight.
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Assistant City Attorney Bridgeman said City Attorney Sam S. Goren had her attend this
meeting and sent his regards.
4. CITY MANAGER REPORT: City Manager Cernech asked to join him in congratulating
Assistant Fire Marshall, Tommy Demopoulos as he was appointed as the Southeast
Regional director of the Florida Fire Marshalls and Inspectors Association which covers
Indian River South to Key West. Tommy Demopoulos is one of six (6) Regional Directors
in the State. In this role, Tommy Demopoulos will develop and promote Fire Safety Code
Changes, Schedule Training for Fire Investigators, Inspectors and Marshalls in the
Southeast, supporting initiatives for both Residents and Firefighters.
Financial Services Department was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the
United States and Canada for its comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal
Year that ended September 30, 2018. City Manager Cernech noted this is the 31st year
in a row and is the 34th year overall the City has been awarded this prestigious award.
The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition that a City can receive
in the area of Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting.
Parks and Recreation Events:
39th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run:
Race Day November 28, 2019 — Race begins at 7:30 a.m.
Early Registration - $25.00 - ends November 15th
Late Registration - $30.00 — November 16th — 27th
Race Day Registration - $50.00 — Register at www.RUNSIGNUP.COM
The First Light of the East, Bright & Merry Night
Tuesday, December 3, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.
Caporella Park
Enjoy the Tree and Menorah Lighting, Pictures with Santa
Entertainment by Jonathan Nelson and "Frosty the Snowman" on Outdoor Movie
Screen
Parking will be limited — Please use Shuttle Buses from Christian Life Center— 2600
W. Commercial Boulevard
Holiday Lighting Festival:
Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Tamarac Community Center
Free Event includes the Mayor and City Commission Lighting the Christmas Tree and
Menorah
Holiday Concert featuring Tamarac School's Music Programs, Magician, and special
appearance by Santa Claus, Olaf and friend.
Public Services Department:
The City of Tamarac in participation with the Cities of Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Fort
Lauderdale, Lauderdale-by the Sea, Lauderdale Lakes, North Lauderdale, Parkland, and
Pompano Beach, provides a series of drop-off events for Household Hazardous Waste
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(HHW) and old electronics (E-Waste). Residents of Tamarac may dispose of HHW and
E-Waste at Drop-off events in each participating City. This program provides Tamarac
Residents with a responsible way to recycle or dispose of Household Hazardous Waste
(HHW) and Electronic Waste (E-Waste). Type of materials accepted include: Fire
Extinguishers, Printers and keyboards, Televisions, Computers, Monitors, Auto Batteries,
Cell Phones, Household Cleaners, Lawn and Pool Chemicals, Mercury Thermometers,
Rechargeable Batteries, Fluorescent Bulbs, Fuel, Paint, Solvents, Motor Oil, Pesticides,
Fertilizers, Etc. Have several new partner cities. North Lauderdale joined the Cooperative
last year and in 2019, we welcomed Lauderdale by the Sea and City of Parkland.
City Manager Cernech reported that Jeff Cirminallo is now the new BSO Chief. Lieutenant
Steve Feeley is leaving on Monday to City of Deerfield Beach and City Manager Cernech
wished him the best and noted he is owed a debt of gratitude for his service.
City Manager concluded by reporting that on December 7th, 2019 is the ribbon cutting
ceremony for Tephford Park.
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Dr. Marsha Becker, residing at 8258 Cassia Terrace, talked about her accident and asked
the City Commission to give her an answer. Gerald Heller, residing at South Hampton,
talked about teaching toddlers to swim to prevent tragedies. Tamarac resident Ronald J.
Wasserman said Veteran's Day Ceremony was a beautiful event and acknowledged
Veterans, talked about cancer and mentioned Alex Trebeck is a pancreatic cancer
patient.
6. CONSENT AGENDA:
Mayor Gomez asked City Manager Cernech if there are items to be added or deleted or
for discussion from the Consent Agenda and having none, Mayor Gomez asked for a
motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. A motion was made by Vice Mayor
Placko and seconded by Commissioner Bolton to approve the Consent Agenda as
presented. Motion carried 4-0 votes.
a. Approval of the September 11, 2019 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes.
Approval of the September 11, 2019 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes.
b. Approval of the September 25, 2019 Regular City Commission Meeting
Approval of the September 25, 2019 Regular City Commission Meeting.
c. TR13351 - MOU with Broward College -A Resolution of the City of Tamarac, Florida,
approving a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") regarding Broward College
provision of workforce development and skills training opportunities in Tamarac public
facilities for the benefit of Tamarac residents and City employees; Approving in-kind
support and to waive fees for Broward College to hold classes for residents in City of
Tamarac facilities; Authorizing the appropriate City officials to execute said MOU and to
take the appropriate steps to effectuate the MOU; providing for conflicts; providing for
severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-120
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d. TR13253 - Sign Easement for FL Turnpike Mast Arm Project-A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving the execution of a Sign Easement
with the State of Florida Department of Transportation for the FL Turnpike Directional
Sign and Mast Arm Project, located along West Commercial Blvd west of NW 47th
Terrace authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute said Sign Easement with the
State of Florida Department of Transportation, for the FL Turnpike Directional Sign and
Mast Arm Project, located along West Commercial Blvd west of NW 47th Terrace;
authorizing and directing the City Clerk to record said Document in the Public Records of
Broward County; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an
effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-121
e. TR13358 - Tamarac Exchange Blanket Public Safety Ingress/Egress Easement - A
Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, accepting a Blanket
Public Safety Ingress/Egress Easement with Tamarac Industrial Venture, Inc., for the
Tamarac Exchange Project, located at 6899 Hiatus Road, to provide proper access to the
property for municipal services such as utility, canal, fire and police protection, emergency
medical and other public safety services; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to
execute said Easement; authorizing and directing the City Clerk to record said Document
in the Public Records of Broward County; providing for conflicts; providing for severability;
and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-122
f. TR13360 - Broward Tree Trust Fund Acceptance - A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, accepting a grant award in the amount up to
$12,188.00 from the Broward County Tree Preservation Trust Fund; authorizing the
appropriate City Officials to execute an agreement and necessary documents between
the City of Tamarac and Broward County for the Tree Preservation Grant funds;
authorizing budget amendments as needed for proper accounting purposes; providing for
conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-123
g. TR13362 - FY20 Wastewater Pump Purchase - A Resolution of the City Commission
of the City of Tamarac, Florida, designating Hydra Service, Inc., as a Sole Source
Provider for pumps and appurtenances utilized at sixty-four (64) City wastewater pump
stations, and to authorize expenditures for the purchase of pumps and appurtenances
from Hydra Service, Inc., for an amount not to exceed $95,000 for Fiscal Year 2020;
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-124
h. TR13364 -Agreement between Broward County Board of County Commissioners and
the City of Tamarac for Grant Funds to Finance Park Improvements at the Swim Central
Annex. A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving
an agreement between Broward County Board of County Commissioners and the City of
Tamarac, Florida, and authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute the agreement
for grant funding in the amount up to but not exceeding, $29,325 from the Park Bond
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Program; amending the annual grants fund budget of estimated revenues and
expenditures in the amount of $29,325; providing for conflicts; providing for severability;
and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-125
i. TR13366 - Resolution Urging the Governor and Members of the Legislature to Enact
a Temporary Ban on Sales of Vaping Products and to increase the Minimum Vaping Age
from 18 to 21. A resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, urging
the Governor and members of the legislature to enact a temporary ban on sales of vaping
products, to increase the minimum legal age to purchase vaping products from 18 to 21,
and to declare a public health emergency in the State of Florida related to the use of
vaping products; directing the city clerk to transmit a copy of this resolution to the
governor, the members of the legislature and the Broward League of Cities; providing for
conflicts; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-126
j. TR13368 - Commission District 1 Appointment to the Parks & Recreation Board
TR13368 - 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.
RESOLUTION R-2019-127
k. TR13371 - Resolution Authorizing Eminent Domain Action - A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, Finding Public Purpose and Necessity to
Acquire Fee Simple Title to Certain Parcels of Real Property Owned by Adina Cosmetics,
Inc. ("Adina Cosmetics"), And Parastoo Sanjari And Sohrab Sanjari ("Sanjari")
Respectively, Located at the Southwest Quadrant of NW 53rd Street and Prospect Road,
City of Tamarac and More Particularly Described in Exhibit A and Exhibit B Respectively
Attached Hereto, and a Facsimile Copy of Which can be Inspected at the Office of the
City Clerk, for the Redevelopment and Use as Public Parks, Recreational Facilities,
Parking and/or Open Space; Authorizing the City Attorney to Acquire Said Parcels
Through Exercise Of The City's Eminent Domain Authority, Pursuant to Sections 166.401
and 166.411, Florida Statutes; Providing City Manager and City Attorney with the
Authority to Retain Outside Eminent Domain Counsel, and Such Other Professional
Consultants; and to do all Things Pertinent to Effectuating the Terms of this Resolution;
Providing for an Effective Date.
RESOLUTION R-2019-128
7. REGULAR AGENDA
a. TR13273 - Citywide Security Systems Upgrade (Phase 1) - A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, awarding RFP 19-20R to Johnson Controls
Security Solutions LLC.; authorizing the appropriate City Officials to execute associated
contract documents for the Citywide Security Systems Upgrade (Phase 1) in the lump
sum amount of$833,814.52, a contingency of$83,382 (10%), will be added to the project
account for a total project budget of $917,197; authorizing the City Manager or his
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designee to make changes and issue change orders in accordance with the thresholds
and provisions delineated in Section 6-147(j)(2) of the Tamarac Procurement Code;
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
Assistant City Attorney Bridgeman read TR13373 title into the record. Motion to approve
TR13373 was made by Commissioner Fishman and seconded by Vice Mayor Placko.
Mayor Gomez opened the floor for City Commission discussion and with no requests for
discussion, moved to call for a vote. Motion to approve TR13373 passed 4-0 votes.
RESOLUTION R-2019-129
8. ORDINANCE(S) - FIRST READING
a. TO2420 - Woodlands Overlay District Termination Extension - An ordinance of the
City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida extending the Woodlands Overlay
District termination date nunc pro tunc, by amending Chapter 10 of the City of Tamarac
Code of Ordinances, entitled "Land Development Code" by amending Article 2, entitled
"Zoning Districts" by specifically amending Section 10-2.7(C), entitled "Woodlands
Overlay District", to sunset and terminate the Woodlands Overlay District two years after
the effective date of the City of Tamarac Land Development Code, in conformity with the
City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan; providing for codification; providing for conflicts;
providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Assistant City Attorney
Bridgeman read T02420 title into the record. Mayor Gomez asked for a motion to approve
T02420 which was made by Commissioner Fishman and seconded by Vice Mayor
Placko. Mayor Gomez noted a Public Hearing is not required on ordinances for First
Reading and opened the floor for City Commission discussion.
Commissioner Gelin return to the meeting at 8:04 p.m.
Commissioner Bolton asked how many areas of Tamarac have an overlay district. City
Manager Cernech responded that there is only one (1). Commissioner Bolton asked why
there is only one (1) overlay district in the City. City Manager Cernech noted there is only
one overlay district and it is the Woodlands. City Manager Cernech responded to
additional questions from the City Commission regarding the termination request. He
provided feedback regarding the deed restrictions exposed in 2003 as the reason for the
then City Commission to recommend creating an overlay district to protect the deed
restrictions. The Overlay District expired on July. The deed restrictions in place need
protection and he is recommending the approval to extend it for another year. Motion to
approve T02420 carried unanimously (5-0).
PASSED ON FIRST READING NOVEMBER 13, 2019
b. TO2421 - Ordinance amending Code to provide Extended Hours Permit from 2:00 am
to 4:00 a.m. for sale of alcohol every day of the week. An Ordinance of the City
Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida amending Chapter 3, of the City of Tamarac
Code of Ordinances, entitled "Alcoholic Beverages", by specifically amending Section 3-
4 to allow the sale and serving of alcoholic beverages for consumption on-premises only
from 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. everyday subject to Special Extended Hours Permit approval
by the City Commission, consistent with the existing, Special Extended Hours Permit
application review process; providing for codification; providing for conflicts; providing for
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severability; and providing for an effective date. Assistant City Attorney Bridgeman read
TO2421 title into the record. Mayor Gomez asked for a motion to approve TO2421 as
presented. A motion by Commissioner Gelin seconded by Commissioner Fishman was
made. Mayor Gomez recognized people in the community that wished to speak, opened
a Public Hearing. Marc Louis Jean, residing at 6196 Laurel Lane. He is a business owner
that spoke on behalf of business owners present. He noted in addition to be a business
owner, he has coached sports in the City for the last eight (8) years, fed the hungry and
continue assisting people in need of help. Mr. Jean said he was approached by various
business owners regarding the item being heard today, closing at 2:00 a.m. instead of
4:00 a.m. He said other cities offer extended hours for alcohol consumption until 4:00
a.m., and he wants to be able to compete with those businesses and the approval of this
item puts him at a disadvantage. Business owner Jean said to have met with Economic
Development Manager Lori Funderwhite, Assistant City Manager Kathleen Gunn, City
Manager Michael Cernech and Community Development Director Maxine Calloway to
talk about how the City is changing. He looked at other cities he may be able to move his
business and spoke to Commissioner Campbell in the City of Lauderhill about the issue.
City of Tamarac staff did a lot of research and he did not receive feedback that would
negatively impact the City and asked the City Commission to approve the item presented
as for him is very hard to stay in business. In a City Commission Discussion,
Commissioner Bolton asked Business owner Jean questions regarding where the
customers are coming from, and the business from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Business owner
Jean responded to having customers through Facebook Invites, pick and choose areas,
customers from North Lauderdale to South of Commercial Boulevard, from East of 441
and West to the Sawgrass. He tries to offer something different and cooks to order.
Customers come in to eat at 6:00 p.m. or attend Happy Hour on Fridays. Commissioner
noted he is trying to balance business owners needs with the needs of the residents.
Business owner Jean stated he provides taxi service for those who drink, monitors the
underage, monitors those with too much to drink. Additional discussion ensued regarding
the number of drinks sold. Commissioner Bolton said he wanted to see if renewing
annually instead of every three (3) years would work. Community Development Director
Calloway responded if this is what the City Commission desires, then yes. She provided
an explanation should this ordinance pass. Discussion ensued regarding types of
businesses and applicable zoning uses. Director Calloway noted the ordinance relates to
onsite consumption only. Mayor Gomez had concerns with the ordinance, but
understands what is being asked on behalf of the community. She had heard from
residents and other business owners in shopping plazas located next to establishments
that sell alcohol. Commissioner Gelin said he trusts the staff to do a good job and they
have done their research. There are clubs selling alcohol just down the road from Pine
Island and they are opened late into the night. He said not to do anything to negatively
impact small businesses. There is no need to change aside from the expert's
recommendation. Any special changes must come in front of the City Commission as a
Special Exception. Commissioner Fishman said, "we always talk about Tamarac is
changing, Tamarac is getting younger, and to try keep businesses here and growing."
She noted she does not drink, but does not want to deny others from enjoying one. She
agreed with Commissioner Gelin on what the staff brought. Commissioner Fishman
agreed with the passing of the ordinance as presented. Vice Mayor Placko stated it was
never her intention to hurt businesses. She may approve but not impacting businesses.
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Mayor Gomez said she would like to see changes made to the ordinance in an attempt
to make a compromise as follows: Items 3.4(c) The owner or lessee of an establishment
selling and serving alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption "must" instead of
"may", submit an application.... Item 3.4(d) The city commission may approve a special
permit for a period of one (1) year... and apply for future years when operating under one-
year provisions, and no issues with residents or plaza businesses. Add #5 The ability to
hear from the plaza owners and communities around them. Get back to discuss with the
Mayor. Mayor Gomez has a question on Section 3.4(e) to discuss at a later time if the
ordinance passes First Reading. #4 application for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, three
(3) days per week and not seven (7) days per week. She asked if the $500 application
fee is in line with other fees. Director Calloway responded the $500 fee is appropriate and
the City Commission will be considering an amendment to the fee schedule by
Resolution, if the ordinance passes, on the same Agenda. Discussion ensued regarding
traffic study and traffic statistics. Commissioner Bolton noted he has taken a conservative
approach and agreed with Mayor Gomez recommendation. Motion to approve TO2421
as presented failed 2-3 votes with Commissioner Bolton, Vice Mayor Placko and Mayor
Gomez dissenting. Commissioner Bolton made a motion seconded by Vice Mayor Placko
to approve TO2421 as amended. TO2421 passed on First Reading as amended 4-1 votes
with Commissioner Gelin dissenting.
PASSED AS AMENDED ON FIRST READING NOVEMBER 13, 2019
c. TO2419 - Ordinance Raising Age to 21 For Sale or Distribution of Electronic Nicotine
Dispensing Devices and Nicotine Products. An ordinance of the City Commission of the
City of Tamarac, Florida, amending Chapter 13 of the City's Code of Ordinances, entitled
"Miscellaneous Offenses" by specifically creating Section 13-25 entitled "Prohibition of
Sale or Distribution of Electronic Nicotine Dispensing Devices and Nicotine Products to
Persons Under 21 Years of Age"; to prohibit the sale or distribution of electronic nicotine
dispensing devices and nicotine products to persons under 21 years of age; providing for
penalties; providing for conflict; providing for severability; providing for codification; and
providing for an effective date. Assistant City Attorney Bridgeman read TO2419 title onto
the record. Mayor Gomez asked for a motion to approve T02419. Vice Mayor Placko
made a motion seconded by Commissioner Fishman to approve TO2419. Mayor Gomez
opened the floor to the City Commission for discussion. With no comments or discussion
requests, Mayor Gomez called for a vote. TO2419 passed on First Reading with 5-0
votes.
PASSED ON FIRST READING NOVEMBER 13, 2019
9. PUBLIC HEARING(S): There were no Public Hearing(s) items scheduled for this
meeting.
10.ORDINANCE(S) - SECOND READING
a. TO2416 - Lifting Zoning in Progress and Amendment to Zoning Code to prohibit Thrift
Consignment and Used Merchandise in the MU-C Zoning District and designate Thrift,
Consignment and Used Merchandise as a Special Exception Use. TO2414 - An
ordinance of the City Commission of The City of Tamarac, Florida lifting zoning in
progress by amending Chapter 10 of the City of Tamarac Code of Ordinances, entitled
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"Land Development Code" by amending Article 3, entitled "Use Regulations" by
specifically amending Section 10-3.2(H), Table 10-3.1 entitled "Allowed Uses", to prohibit
thrift consignment and used merchandise uses in the MU-C Zoning District and designate
thrift consignment and used merchandise use as a Special Exception use subject to
individualized review in the MU-G 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 Bridgeman read TO2416
title into the record. Mayor Gomez opened Public Hearing and with no one wishing to
speak, closed the Public Hearing. Mayor Gomez opened the floor for City Commission
discussion and having no comments or discussions closed the session and requested a
Motion to approved TO2416. A motion made by Vice Mayor Placko seconded by
Commissioner Bolton carried unanimously (5-0 votes).
PASSED ON FIRST READING OCTOBER 23, 2019
PASSED ON SECOND READING NOVEMBER 13, 2019
ORDINANCE 0-2019-19
b. TO2415 - Lifting Zoning in Progress and Amendment to Zoning Code to permit Self-
Storage, Indoor in the MU-N (Mixed Use Neighborhood), BP (Business Park) and I-1
(Light Industrial) Zoning Districts Subject to Special Exceptional Approval-T02415 - An
Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida lifting zoning in progress
by amending Chapter 10 of the City of Tamarac code of ordinances, entitled "Land
Development Code" by amending Article 3, entitled "Use Regulations" by specifically
amending Section 10-3.2(H), Table 10-3.1 entitled "Allowed Uses" by designating self-
storage, indoor as a land use subject to special exception approval and amending
Section 10-3.3 (E)(3)(b) entitled "Distance Limitations", providing for increased distance
separation requirements for self-storage, indoor uses from 2,500 to 4,000 feet, 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 Bridgeman read TO2415 title into the record. Mayor Gomez opened Public
Hearing. Dr. Marcia Becker, residing at 8258 Cassia Terrace, spoke asking to vote no
and talked about views on mental health. With no additional public members wishing to
speak, Mayor Gomez closed the Public Hearing. Mayor Gomez opened the floor for City
Commission discussion and with no comments or discussions received, closed the
session and asked for a motion to approve TO2415. A motion to approve TO2415 was
made by Commissioner Fishman and seconded by Vice Mayor Placko. Motion to
approved TO2415 on Second Reading carried 4-1 votes with Commissioner Gelin
dissenting.
PASSED ON FIRST READING OCTOBER 23, 2019
PASSED ON SECOND READING NOVEMBER 13, 2019
ORDINANCE 0-2019-20
c. TO2417 Amending Ordinance 2019-04 FY 2019 Operating and Capital Budget -
T02417 -An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, amending
Ordinance 2019-04, which amended the City of Tamarac Operating Budget, Revenues
and Expenditures, the Capital Budget, and the Financial Policies for the Fiscal Year 2019,
by increasing the total revenues and expenditures by a total of $409,854, as detailed in
Attachment A attached hereto and summarized in Attachment B; providing for conflicts;
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providing for severability; providing for an effective date. City Attorney Bridgeman read
TO2417 title into the record. Mayor Gomez opened the Public Hearing and with no one
wishing to speak, closed the Public Hearing. Mayor Gomez opened the floor for City
Commission discussion and with no comments or discussions requested, closed the
session and asked for a Motion to approved TO2417. A motion made by Commissioner
Bolton and seconded by Commissioner Fishman was carried unanimously (5-0 votes).
PASSED ON FIRST READING OCTOBER 23, 2019
PASSED ON SECOND READING NOVEMBER 13, 2019
ORDINANCE 0-2019-21
11. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING(S): There were no Quasi-Judicial Hearing(s)
scheduled for this meeting.
12.OTHER: Mayor Gomez recognized Commissioner Bolton. Commissioner Bolton
talked about 55 and older community signs' height, changes of signs and requested the
City Manager to add the item to the next City Commission Agenda.
Mayor Gomez, having no further business to discuss, adjourned the meeting at 9:08 p.m.
Mich Ile J. Gomez, a r
Lillian Pabon, CMC
Acting City Clerk
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