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Regular City Commission Meeting - Minutes
Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Gomez called the Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020, Virtual City
Commission Meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Michelle J. Gomez, Commissioner Debra Placko and Commissioner Mike
Gelin were present. Vice Mayor Marlon Bolton joined at 9:31 a.m. and Commissioner Julie
Fishman joined at 9:32 a.m.
Also present were City Manager Michael C. Cernech, Assistant City Attorney Sam Goren and
City Clerk Jennifer Johnson.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Placko led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Gomez recognized the passing of two individuals who served our community in different
ways.
Taravella High School's athletic director Jason Stein passed away last Thursday due to
complications from COVID-19 at only 46 years of age. As you know, many of our Tamarac high
schoolers attend Taravella, where Coach Stein has been a beloved figure for many years. He
served as the Athletic Director since 2011 and before that was the school's baseball coach.
Earlier this month, we also lost James Franko, a Tamarac University graduate who served the
community as a member of the City's Planning Board for several years. He and his wife Pauline
were also active with the Tamarac Historical Society. On a personal note, I had the pleasure of
working with James and Pauline during events with the Broward Housing and Community
Development Task Force.
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of both of these gentlemen and I
ask that we take a moment of silence to honor their memories.
1. PROCEDURES FOR VIRTUAL MEETINGS
City Attorney, Sam Goren, provided details related to the authorization of virtual
meetings, as outlined in the Governor's Executive Order 20-62 and further extended by
Executive Order 20-193. Goren also outlined the public's right to access, and the need
for conducting a roll call vote for all items in the virtual environment.
2. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Gomez summarized the following proclamations for the record.
a. Proclamation — Hispanic Heritage Month
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Requested by Vice Mayor Bolton
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b. Proclamation —2020 Broward Mental Health Month
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Requested by Commissioner Fishman
c. Proclamation — National Black Business Month & Broward County Black Chamber of
Commerce Month
d. 2020 1st Quarter— Neighborhood Beautification Program
Commercial: Arrigo DCJ Sawgrass Inc. —Arrigo Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
Sawgrass, 5901 Madison Ave. Tamarac, FL
District 1: Eduardo & Joann Hernandez; 5821 NW 56th Place, Tamarac, FL
District 2: Gregory Higgins; 6717 NW 58th Street, Tamarac, FL
District 3: Shirley Bass Et al. & Robert J. Richardi; 7100 NW 89th Ave. Tamarac, FL
District 4: Alan C. Joseph Sr.; 7812 NW 77th Ave. Tamarac, FL
Neighborhood Beautification Program award recipients were present for the meetin
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and expressed their appreciation for the award and the City of Tamarac.
3. CITY COMMISSION REPORTS
a. Vice Mayor Bolton
Vice Mayor Bolton stated it was a long break, hiatus, but we worked through the entire
month. We got some work done, and we are thankful that many of us have escaped
COVID. Bolton stated, he wanted to mention that a lot of people are loving the signs.
"Wear masks, save lives". We're getting a lot of positive feedback, and so we will put up
some more.
b. Commissioner Gelin
Commissioner Gelin stated he participated in a few forums over the course of the
summer. One was Broward Social Network. It was a Cops and Community Forum, and
Dr. Gregory Salters of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department was there. He has since
been promoted to [Interim]Assistant Chief. I also did a Cops Forum with the former
Osceola County Sheriff Russ Gibson. Unfortunately, he recently lost his election. I'm part
of a group called Local Progress, and we did a forum called Reimagining Public Safety;
"Can we invest in communities to minimize the need for large police forces". One of the
speakers there was Rick Suu, a professor of law at the University of North Carolina, and
he broke down some of the obstacles to police reform that so many people are looking
for. I also participated in the Broward League of Cities: Coffee with the President. I
participated in the Black Lives Matter protest in Parkland. It was organized by some
Stoneman Douglas students, including some survivors and the parents of Juaquin
Oliver, Patricia and Emmanuel Oliver. They also helped organize the protest. Gelin
stated we saw the loss of two civil rights icons. CT Vivien, who passed away at the age
of 95 and John Lewis. Both passed away on the same day, July 17, 2020. We have all
seen video of John Lewis, who was brutally beaten at the Edmond Pettis Bridge, but we
don't talk about who beat him up. Unfortunately, it was the police officers who beat him
up. We still see the effects of that to this day. Throughout his career protesting, he has
been arrested at least 45 times as an advocate for the rights of African Americans. CT
Vivian is a little less known. USA Today did a fast facts about him and 1) he led the first •
sit-in in 1947. At the time he was the Recreation Director for the Carver Community
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• Center in Illinois, 2) Vivian participated in Freedom Rides, marched in Selma, 3) King
called him 'the greatest preacher to ever live, 4) Vivian was awarded the Presidential
Medal of Freedom along with former President Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, Ben Bradlee
and Gloria Steinem, and 5) Vivian created program that later became Upward Bound. So
the year after his work to promote Black voter registration in Selma, Alabama, Vivian
designed, organized and launched VISION in the summer of 1966, an educational
program that helped 700 students in the state to attend college on scholarships. VISION
later became Upward Bound, a national program run through the U.S. Department of
Education that supports high school students from low-income families and those in
which neither parent holds a college degree. Upward Bound offers support to help those
students graduate from high school and pursue college educations. Although you may
not know the name CT Vivian, if you have seen some Civil Rights videos, there is a
famous video of him challenging a local sheriff named Jim Clark on the steps of a
courthouse in Selma, Alabama. He stated, "You can turn your back on me, but you
cannot turn your back upon the idea of justice. You can turn your back now and you can
keep your club in your hand, but you cannot beat down justice. And we will register to
vote because as citizens of the these United Stated we have the right to do it." The
footage shows Sheriff Clark striking Vivian to the ground, so we've seen police abusing
African Americans for(inaudible). Gelin stated, the candidate for Broward Supervisor of
Election, Joe Scott, he organized a candlelight vigil for John Lewis at the Martin Luther
King Memorial in Coral Springs. So, I, Joshua Simmons, Mayor Dale Holness and a few
other elected officials showed up and expressed a few words for John Lewis and CT
• Vivian. One thing I noticed, is there was this beautiful piece of art of Martin Luther King
at Coral Spring Library. Gelin stated he was unsure who to run the request through, but
it would be nice to see some type of memorial like that in the City of Tamarac. I was
surprised to see it in Coral Springs. Gelin then congratulated all of the winners of the
Primary Election and stressed that we do need continuous voter registration. For the first
two hours of Election Day I was at the Tamarac Library. We suspected there would be
people who came to the library looking to vote, and sure enough, all day there were
people looking to vote. So, I spent my time meeting people, getting their first, last and
date of birth and redirecting them to their official polling location. Some people had their
voter ID Card and they were able to go right away. Others did not. We had to have
volunteers there are all day, because I had to go to work, redirecting people to their
correct polling location. I also think we should have poll locations at the library, since
people can't differentiate between their polling location and the library. Gelin
congratulated the Broward State Attorney, Supervisor of Elections, Public Defender, and
the County Sheriff. Gelin stated, also during the summer, I got my annual physical. The
American Cancer Society now recommends, anyone age 45 and above to get a
colonoscopy. So, I requested one, got one, and the doctor found a pre-cancerous polyp,
which he removed. I have to take the test again in five years. As community leaders, and
department directors, I think we should do a better job of encouraging people to get their
annual physical, do their preventive screenings, because it makes sense to take care of
things. The screening was free, at no cost, because it is preventive. Since they found a
polyp, I have to go back in five years otherwise I wouldn't have to go back for 10 years. I
just want to encourage you to talk to your friends, loved ones, employees and encourage
• them to get their preventive screenings. Gelin stated, as we have the conversation of
reimaging public safety, or defunding the police, there was an incident at Broward Health
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in Coral Springs. A nurse, who had asked for a restraining order, was killed by her
husband. He stabbed her to death and drove over her body twice. The lady had reached •
out to Coral Springs Police Department, and 10 days before her murder, they said
because no crime had been committed, they can't help her. They asked her to talk to her
divorce attorney. That's unacceptable. The way restraining orders work, is [Mike] you
have to stay 500-feet away from your wife, but there is no mechanism to ensure I stay
500-feet away. I think technology exist, people on probation have to wear an ankle
bracelet and that can be monitored. We need to invest in the kind of resources where we
can track and protect residents. I am curious to know, from BSO leaders, how many
restraining orders we have in the City of Tamarac. The same thing happened in
Alabama, where a Montgomery police detective, Tanisha Pughsley, was killed by her
boyfriend after asking for a restraining order. So, there is no enforcement to a restraining
order and we have to do a better job with that. Gelin stated, as Mayor Gomez said, we
were both at Community Christian Church feeding people who need additional
resources. So, the effect of the pandemic is real. I support what Commissioner Placko
said, with doing what we can to reach out to people.
c. Commissioner Fishman
Commissioner Fishman stated, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who voted in
the Primary to remind you all that there is a General election coming up which will
include 6 Constitutional Amendment proposals to the Florida Constitution along with
several proposed Broward County Charter Amendments. These proposed changes in
many instances, will have an effect on our residents and our City. Information on the •
Constitutional Amendments can be found through the League of Women Voters and
others and the Broward League of Cities is putting together information on how the
County proposals will impact cities throughout the county. It is just as important to
educate yourself on these issues as it is to educate yourself on the people running for
office.
d. Commissioner Placko
Commissioner Placko stated over the past month, with this pandemic continuing and no
end in sight, I have spoken and met with several groups and organizations and a
common issue that comes up is isolation. This is really becoming a serious problem. It is
not just with the elderly, but every age bracket. We are seeing more and more people
who are afraid to go out. If they live alone, the isolation is really becoming an issue. We
have several organizations and groups that do reach out. They do call and contact and
check on people. What I have tried to do, within the community, is try to get the
community engagement. We all know who our neighbors are. We all know who is living
alone, and isolated. So, try to reach out. Give them a call. Step back in the driveway and
let them know they are not alone. It leads to depression and horrible things. I am
speaking to my colleagues because you know your communities and let continue to
reach out and show support to our neighbors, friends, relatives who might have that
isolation factor going on. Placko then encouraged everybody stay safe.
e. Mayor Gomez
Mayor Gomez welcomed everyone back after the hiatus, and as Vice Mayor Bolton •
stated, it was just a break from meetings. We were all doing various things and keeping
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very busy. Gomez congratulated former Executive Officer [BSO-Tamarac District]
Wamell Phillips for his promotion to captain and his new position in our sister city of
Lauderdale Lakes. With that, please give a warm welcome to Lieutenant Alexandra
Holmes. She will be a great addition to our BSO-Tamarac District 7 family, and I look
forward to meeting her in person. Gomez also wished everyone happy Women's
Equality Day. Today marks the 100th year of the ratification of the 19th Amendment
granting women the right to vote. Despite the enduring countless hurdles, ridicule and
threats, the suffragists persevered and succeeded. This proclamation honors the historic
100th anniversary of this achievement and recognizes the courageous efforts of those
bold fearless women and those who tirelessly supported and encouraged them. Gomez
then stated, everyone is wondering what is going to happen with this COVID process. As
the City Attorney said, we are in a phase one and half. We have another meeting with
the City Mayors, Mayor of Broward County, and Administration Friday. We have had
meetings throughout the summer, including the White House COVID-19 press briefings,
the US Conference of Mayors, Bloomberg Leadership, Chamber of Commerce, and
hospital administration meetings. Everybody is still concerned, but I must say thank you
to everyone for doing their part. Wearing your mask, keeping your hands clean and
doing what we need to do and the numbers are going down, which we are grateful for.
Gomez stated, she knows everyone supports our small businesses, and I ask that you
still continue to shop locally please. I have had the pleasure of visiting many of our
businesses with our local director of the North Lauderdale/Tamarac Chamber of
Commerce, Peter Mason and continue to go with Commissioner Fishman to the
• Christian Life Center, Community Christian, and with Commissioner Gelin to the Korean
United Methodist Church. We thank them and Feeding South Florida and BSO for
partnering with them and making sure people are getting the food they need. Gomez
also thanked the Census volunteers for getting out there and making sure people sign
up. Let's not forget our census numbers are very important. So please fill out your
census forms. Pretty soon, there will be people knocking on your door, and if they do,
make sure they are legitimately the people they say they are. If you think they are not,
do not answer and call the census number, which we will have posted online. You can
then fill out the form online, at that site, if you don't want anyone coming to your door.
Gomez then asked, as Commissioner Placko did, to be as social as you can, keep your
mental health, talk to a friend if you are feeling down, and you need to make a phone
call. Everybody is going through this together and we are all adjusting to it in a very
different manner, but the same. Life is precious. Let's live it and be good to one another.
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4. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
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City Attorney, Sam Goren, provided an update on the Governor's Executive Order 20-
193, which filled a gap from EO 20-179. Virtual meetings are now authorized through
October 1, 2020. Goren also provided information related to expectation for in-person
meetings after October 1, and other factors that will be considered at that time, which
have yet to be decided. Goren stated the County Commission voted 8-0 yesterday, on
the CARES Act Funding. It is up to $102 million, to be divided up among the cities, and
through an interlocal agreement that has yet to finalized. Hopefully by early September,
there will be an interlocal agreement, which will be a great deal of return on investment
by this City. I can't tell you what it will be for this city as there are various components,
but Mike [Cernech] and Kathleen [Gunn] can speak to it as needed.
Mayor Gomez thanked everyone for their hard work on the CARES Act fund negotiations
including the Broward League of Cities.
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
a. Investment Report— May 2020
Commission District(s): Citywide
City Manager Cemech stated the City of Tamarac has been recognized with an ICMA
Certificate of Excellence in Performance Management. This is the highest level of
recognition and a testament to the efforts of our staff as well as this organization's work
to maintain a focus on data-driven management even during the ongoing pandemic. This
is the sixth consecutive year we have received this prestigious award.
Beginning Sept. 8, we will be offering the Learn, Play, Engage Kid's Program which
provides an opportunity for children in grades 3-to-6 to complete their virtual studies, while
also having interaction with their peers, and maintaining social distancing. This program
will allow the parents an opportunity to work knowing their child is in a place that is safe
and offers the children a sense of normalcy. This program is being offered to the
community as well as employees. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.
Children can be dropped off between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m.; virtual learning is from 8:00 and
2 p.m.; and activities and crafts are from 2:15 and 4:30 p.m. For more information please
contact 954-597-3674.
In September 2019, the City Commission approved the extension of the Waste
Management Contract, effective Oct. 1, 2020. In that extension, the City Commission also
approved the C.L.E.A.N. Tamarac Program, an anti-litter program. That program is
designed to reduce litter by ensuring local businesses have the appropriately sized and
serviced dumpster for their businesses will receive a flyer from Waste Management,
advising of this new program.
I also wanted to let you know all of our resident and business assistance programs are up
and running. As of this morning, we had over 30 business applications submitted.
The City Attorney mentioned the CARES Act. We have spent a lot of time making sure
cities received their fair share of the $341 million that went to Broward County for •
assistance to residents during the pandemic. Everyone has worked very diligently to make
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sure that everyone gets that money distributed equitably. The county approved an
agreement yesterday, but there is still more work that needs to be done. We have gotten
the ball this far down the field, and I don't see why we won't have the ball across the goal
line in the near future. It is a significant amount of money and will certainly help with the
unforeseen expenses the City has incurred trying to deal with this pandemic on behalf of
the residents.
6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Mayor Gomez opened for public comment, and City Clerk Johnson read the following
into the record.
a. Richard Linehan, 4965 E. Sabal Palm Blvd. #101, Tamarac, by US Mail. I object to
the excessive waste of taxpayer funds, during this economic downturn, in the
publication Tamagram. Most of the information in the publication is also online on the
city's web site. There are many group photos of the City Council which are self
promoting and the group photos contain NO INFORMATION. For example, page two
has all the city important numbers which is on the web site. Also, since this
publication comes out every other month, it is basically a throwaway item. The
directory, Covid-19 information could be published and mailed out once to all
residents, saving money. Recently, the mayor of Broward County mailed a glossy
post card similar to what real-estate agents mail about the danger of Covid-19. At the
bottom of the card was a notation that gave the total expense of this mailing to
Broward County taxpayers. I challenge this council to do the same and inform how
• much taxpayer dollars are wasted in this publication! Print how much the real cost is
on the front page.
b. Brian Beaton, via email, Please place this comment on record and read it at your next
meeting.Thank you. I am wondering what is happening about that awful Bolton sign
at the entrance to Mainland 18,2 plus 5. The political sign not only is a eye sore when
you enter our beautiful community but it also blocks my view when I drive in and out
of our area. Who gave Mr Bolton permission to put this sign up. Kindly have him
take it down.
c. Imogene and Neville Davis, via email, Good evening city officials: I received an email
urging Mainlands 1&2 residents to complain about Vice Mayor Bolton's sign Many
people including myself appreciate it. It is tasteful, warranted and well meaning.
Please DO NOT remove it. We appreciate the good work that the Vice Mayor has
done and will continue to do in our community Please, please, please do not remove
it. Thank you.
d. Sandy Beutel, via email, Please read this email into the record at tomorrow's
meeting. Good evening city officials : I received an email urging residents of
Mainlands 1&2 to complain about Vice Mayor Bolton's sign. Many people including
myself appreciate his sign. I pass this sign at lest twice a day and it is always a
pleasure to read »Welcome Home ». My fellow Mainlander said » It would be awful
• to remove the sign Please Do Not Remove the sign. It is proving a community
service by reminding us seniors to remember to wear masks. We appreciate the
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good work that the Vice Mayor is doing in our community The sign is tasteful, •
warranted and well meaning. Please do not remove it Thank you
e. Joshua Beutel, via email, Good Evening Madam Clerk: Please read this comment
into the record at tomorrow's public meeting. I want to commend Vice Mayor Marlon
Bolton on the wonderful work that he is doing in the Community. From delivering
masks, sanitizers, and water to seniors to shopping for them, it seems Vice Mayor
Bolton does it all. I am particularly pleased to see the signage at the entrance of
Mainlands 1/2. I believe the sign is beautiful and effective. Since the sign has been
installed, I witness many of the residents wearing masks even when walking their
dogs. Thank you Vice Mayor Bolton for your hard work and unwavering support for
our seniors.
f. Beverly Whittier, via email, Good Evening Commissioner Bolton Please have the
Clerk read my email below live at the meeting tomorrow. I must apologize to
you. Last week, I sent an email complaining about the signage at the entrance of
Mainlands 1/2. I must admit, when I received an email from Pam Bushnell, our HOA
President, I thought the sign in question was the same sign talking about
traffic calming that had been there for months. I would have wanted that sign to be
removed since traffic calming here is completed. I did not know your sign was
erected in its place. I had not gone out since the pandemic. When I saw your sign, I
could beat myself. I knew I had messed up by complaining about it. I want to
apologize for that. Your sign is amazing and you are doing a great job. What I find •
displeasing is the actions of the Mayor, Mayor Gomez, she is one evil woman. On
August 18th, Mayor Gomez sent me a text telling me she would call me the next day
about the sign and my complaint. The next day, August 19, she did call me. While
talking to her, I could sense that she had no problem with the sign, but had a
personal problem with you. I came to this conclusion because she encouraged me
over and over to call in to Wednesday's meeting and speak poorly about your
sign. She was literally forcing me to call. After hanging up, I thought her request was
rather displeasing. She wants to humiliate you and that is not right. Talking about
signs is petty. Why does Mayor Gomez spend so much time on childish things? Vice
Mayor Bolton, from the bottom of my heart, I am sorry. Your sign is absolutely
gorgeous. Encouraging people to wear masks and to slow down is a sensible thing
to do. Thank you for caring about us. Pam and Brian are up to no good and they are
the only ones pushing us to complain, but guess what? They are not getting
anywhere because everyone here adores you. Tell that Evil Mayor to leave your sign
alone.
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g. Sandy Beutel, via email, Good Evening Madam Clerk: Please read this comment into the
record at tomorrow's public meeting. I want to commend Vice Mayor Marlon Bolton on
the wonderful work that he is doing in the Community. From delivering masks, sanitizers
and water to seniors to shopping for them, it seems Vice Mayor Bolton does it all. I am
particularly pleased to see the signage at the entrance of Mainlands 1/2. I believe the
sign is beautiful and effective. Since the sign has been installed, I witness many of the
residents wearing masks even when walking their dogs. Thank you, Vice Mayor Bolton,
for your hard work and unwavering support for our seniors.
h. Pennie Winland, via email, Commissioners: I want to file a complaint about Marlon
Bolton campaign signs. He has them placed at both entrances on Mainlands Sections 1
& 2 and 5. He even has one posted at the Mainlands Park. Mr. Bolton had people
campaigning at the Mainlands 1&2 Clubhouse during the recent primary election along
with a tent erected on the property. without permission. He wasn't on the primary ballot!
I was of the understanding that campaigning was limited to a certain time, e.g. 30 days
in advance of election day., He is devious enough to not state "vote for me"; instead
posing these signs as Covid-19 safety concerns. The safety concern is these signs are
blocking the view when entering and exiting to Commercial Blvd, Mr. Bolton has a
reputation for skirting rules and regulations. It is time for the Commission to censure him
or impose another appropriate action against him. Thank you for hearing me out.
Mayor Gomez closed public comment.
• City Manager Cemech stated earlier in the summer we let the Commission know we
would not be shutting off water as a result of the pandemic. We have been monitoring,
and not seen a significant increase in people not paying their bills. We are going to be
continuing the non-shutoff of delinquent water accounts through the end of September
[2020]. We will continue to monitor and having our customer service employees reach
out to people to remind them the bill does have to be paid, but the water will continue to
flow.
Cernech stated we did a voluntary retirement day. The last day will be August 31, and
several on this call. This will be there last meeting. We had a total of 13 people who
chose to take advantage of the opportunity. We have lost some very long-term
employees and it will be hard to replace them. We wish them the best of luck as they
move onto the next phase of their life. Cernech then introduced a video showcasing
employee retirements and commended the employees on their continued years of
service to the city and residents.
Mayor Gomez congratulated everyone on the start of their new future. She stated, we
will miss you. You are an amazing group of people who have worked for the city for so
long.
7. Consent Agenda
• a. Approval of the June 10, 2020 —Virtual City Commission Minutes
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b. Approval of the June 24, 2020 —Virtual City Commission Minutes
c. Approval of the July 8, 2020 —Virtual City Commission Minutes
d. Approval of the July 14, 2020 — Special City Commission Minutes
e. TR13399 — Revocable License Agreement between Broward County and COT
for Non-Exclusive Access and use of Broward County Right-of-Way
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, approving a
Revocable License Agreement ("RLA") between the City of Tamarac and Broward
County for right-of-way improvements on Prospect Road including the installation,
maintenance, repair, and replacement of green colored pavement in bicycle lanes
within the specified and agreed upon traffic conflict areas along Prospect Road
between commercial Boulevard to approximately 100-feet west of NW 15th Avenue;
authorizing the appropriate City officials to execute said RLA; providing for conflicts;
providing severability; and providing for an effective date.
f. TR13413 — First Amendment to the Participation Agreement for E911
Communications System
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, to approve and
execute the First Amendment to the Participation Agreement for E911
Communication System between Broward County and the City of Tamarac and
permit municipalities to procure special municipal services above the base level of 111
services with an effective date of January 1, 2021, and with the terms of five (5)
years; authorizing the appropriate City officials to execute the First Amendment to
the Participation Agreement for E911 Communication System; providing for conflicts;
providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
g. TR 13470 —Appointing One Member to the Public Art Committee
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, appointing one
member to the Public Art Committee; providing for conflicts; providing for
severability; and providing for an effective date.
h. TR13471 — Mike Szabo's Public Art Change Order for Contract Leases
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, approving and
authorizing artist Mike Szabo's design and the execution of an amendment to the
agreement between the City of Tamarac and Szaboworks, Inc., attached hereto as
"Exhibit A" and incorporated herein, to provide for a contract increase of $15,000 for
a total not to exceed contract value of$90,000 for an exterior sculpture at the Colony
West clubhouse located at 6800 NW 88 Avenue, Tamarac; providing for conflicts,
providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
i. TR13479 —Approval and Ratification of the Subrecipient Agreement for
$255,000 of Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF)
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• A Resolution of the city commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, retroactively
approving and ratifying a subrecipient agreement with Florida Housing Finance
Corporation (FHFC) attached hereto as Exhibit "A", which includes an appropriation
of$255,000 of Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) to provide housing assistance to
residents financially impacted by Covid-19; providing for conflicts; providing for
severability; and providing for an effective date.
j. TR13481 —Acceptance of a donation from the Tamarac Parks & Recreation
Foundation
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, authorizing the
appropriate city officials to accept the donation of a 37 passenger bus from the
Tamarac Parks & Recreation Foundation to be used for recreation activities in the
City of Tamarac; directing that the final book value of the $40,500 will be recorded in
the City's Fixed Asset Inventory; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and
providing for an effective date.
k. TR13482 —Wind-Down Agreement with American Traffic Solutions (ATS)
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, to approve the
Wind-Down Agreement with American Traffic Solutions (ATS) doing business as
Verra Mobility, Inc. authorizing the appropriate City officials to execute the
agreement; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an
effective date.
• I. TR13483—Amended FY2021 Preliminary Millage Rate Resolution
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, amending
Resolution R-2020-058 regarding the location of the place for the public hearing to
set the Tentative and Final Millage Rates and Budgets for Fiscal Year 2021;
confirming that the September 14, 2020, hearing for the Tentative Millage and
Budget for Fiscal Year 2021 and the September 29, 2020, hearing on the City's
Millage and Budget for Fiscal Year 2021 will occur using Communications Media
Technology (CMT); providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for
an effective date.
m. TR13484—Amended FY2021 Preliminary Fire Assessment Resolution
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, relating to the
provision of Fire Rescue Services, Facilities and Programs, in the City of Tamarac,
Florida, amending Resolution R-2020-059 regarding the location of the place of the
public hearing for adoption of the assessment roll for Fiscal Year 2021; confirming
the September 14, 2020, public hearing to adopt the Assessment Roll will occur
using Media Technology (CMT); providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and
providing for an effective date.
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n. TR13485 —Amended FY2021 Preliminary Stormwater Assessment Resolution
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, relating to the
provision of stormwater management provided by the City's Stormwater Utility in the
City of Tamarac, Florida, amending Resolution R-2020-060 regarding the location of
the place of the public hearing for proposed Stormwater Utility Management Fees
and the fee roll for Fiscal Year 2021; public hearing will occur using Media
Technology (CMT); providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for
an effective date.
o. TR13486 —Amended FY2021 Preliminary Solid Waste Assessment Resolution
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, relating to the
provision of residential solid waste collection services and facilities and programs in
the City of Tamarac, Florida; amending Resolution R-2020-061 regarding the
location of the place of the public hearing for addition of the assessment roll for fiscal
year 2021; confirming that the September 14, 2020, public hearing to adopt the
assessment roll will occur using Communications Media Technology (CMT);
providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
p. TR13487 —Amended FY2021 Preliminary Nuisance Abatement Assessment
Resolution
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, relating to the
provision of the nuisance abatement on certain real properties by the City of
Tamarac, Florida; amending Resolution R-2020-062 regarding the location of the
place of the public hearing for adoption of the assessment roll for Fiscal Year 2021; •
confirming that the September 14, 2020, public hearing to adopt the assessment roll
will occur using communication media technology (CMT); providing for conflicts;
providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
q. TR14388 — Expenditures to Audio Visual Innovations Inc.
A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, ratifying
purchases from Audio Visual Innovations, Inc. for audio visual system improvements
in the amount of$76,912.12 for Fiscal Year 2020; providing for conflict; providing for
severability; and providing for an effective date.
City Manager Cernech stated there were no additions or deletions.
Mayor Gomez requested a motion and second.
Commissioner Gelin motioned to approve. Commissioner Placko Seconded.
Clerk Johnson conducted a roll call vote and the motion carried to approve the Consent
Agenda unanimously (4-0). Vice Mayor Bolton was away.
8. REGULAR AGENDA — NONE
9. ORDINANCE(S) FIRST READING — NONE •
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10. PUBLIC HEARING(S) — NONE
11. ORDINANCE(S) SECOND READING
a. TO2433 —Ordinance Adopting Mandatory Year-Round Landscape Irrigation
Conservation Measures
An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, amending and
restating Chapter 22, Article III of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Tamarac,
entitled "Water Conservation Regulations", in its entirety; authorizing the City to
implement procedures to protect the water resources of the City of Tamarac and to
promote water conservation through the efficient use of landscape irrigation and
consistency with the South Florida Water Management District's (District) Mandatory
Year-Round Landscape Irrigation Conservation Measures under Chapter 40E-24,
Florida Administrative Code, (F.A.C.); providing for definitions; authorizing City
Administration to take all steps necessary to implement and operate the enforcement
program pursuant to the requirements of State law; providing for severability; providing
for codification; providing an effective date.
City Attorney Goren read the title for the record.
Mayor Gomez requested a motion and second.
• Commissioner Placko motioned to approve. Commissioner Gelin seconded.
Clerk Johnson confirmed there were no public comments submitted for this item.
No discussion by the Commission.
Clerk Johnson conducted a roll call vote, and the motion to approve TO2433 carried
unanimously (5-0).
Mayor Gomez recessed the meeting at 11:06 a.m. and reconvened at 11:20 a.m.
12. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING(S)— NONE
13. OTHER
a. Public Art Sculpture Designs Discussion continued from the July 8, 2020
meeting
Community Development Director Maxine Calloway introduced the item as well as the
City's Public Art Consultants, George Gadson and Beth Ravitz. Gadson and Ravitz
provided a presentation with an update on the Tamarac Village Splash Pad,
Amphitheater wall and Colony West.
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Discussion by the Commission ensued with regard to the vibrancy of the colors of the
background, the type of material of the tiles is a limited color palette for the splash pad,
having the splash pad be more Tamarac-centric, originality, the design not fitting the
atmosphere of our Tamarac downtown, etc.
Commissioner Placko motioned to approve the designs at the Amphitheater wall.
Commissioner Fishman seconded.
Clerk Johnson conducted a roll call vote and the motion to approve the design for the
Amphitheater wall carried unanimously (5-0).
Commissioner Fishman motioned to try having the colors of the Splash Pad mimic the
Amphitheater wall colors as best possible. Commissioner Placko seconded. There was
no vote taken on the item.
Gadson offered to facilitate a conversation with the artists and the specific
Commissioners who have concerns directly.
Calloway stated she would speak with the artist and have the item back at the following
or second meeting in September for approval.
Mayor Gomez recessed the meeting at 12:38 p.m. and reconvened at 12:50 p.m.
b. Discussion and possible motion to draft an Ordinance creating a Diversity, •
Equity an Inclusion Advisory Board
City Manager Cernech introduced Parks & Recreation Director Greg Warner. Warner
provided a presentation, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Discussion by the Commission ensued related to Vice Mayor Bolton being the individual
who brought the item forward, for the City Clerk to provide a copy of the presentation
questioned, the title of the committee representing our community, we are taking the
lead compared to some other cities, preferring the name multi-cultural for the committee.
City Manager Cernech stated the Vice Mayor was correct and did bring this item forward
during his first term, and those are coming to fruition through the Strategic Planning
process.
Vice Mayor Bolton motioned to direct the City Attorney draft an ordinance creating a
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board. Commissioner Fishman seconded.
Clerk Johnson conducted a roll call vote and the motion to direct the City Attorney draft
an ordinance creating a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board carried
unanimously (5-0).
c. Discussion and possible motion to draft an Ordinance to Ban the Box
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Commissioner Gelin introduced the item and provided a presentation, which is on file in
the City Clerk's Office.
Newton Sanon, Chief Executive Officer of OIC South Florida, joined the meeting and
provided additional information about the mission of OIC of South Florida. Sanon
highlighted the partnership between communities, including Broward County, and the
organization to create jobs in the community for returning citizens.
Discussion by the Commission ensued with regard to available resources through the
Tamarac/North Lauderdale Chamber, this being memorialized as an ordinance rather
than an administrative policy, what happens when the final verification takes place with
applicants, providing the Commission with other cities who have banned the box and
their ordinance, and how many cities are doing something above and beyond banning
the box, and possibly including that our contractors also ban the box.
Human Resources Director, Lerenzo Calhoun, provided information related to
employees who have received a second chance and are successful here, potential
employees being afforded an opportunity to disclose an incident at the time of a
conditional offer of employment, and everyone [applicants] receiving a fair opportunity.
City Attorney Goren clarified the issue on the floor, which has been brought forward by
Commissioner Gelin, and we have to be respectful of our procurement code, and we can
• look those aspects of the procurement code at a future date. It remains an open issue,
and it would take some additional research.
Assistant City Attorney, Quentin Morgan, clarified that he has worked on the background
regarding this item and it could be taken care of in short order. With respect to
expanding it to vendors of the City, and we would need to do some additional research.
Commissioner Gelin motioned to direct the City Attorney's Office draft an ordinance
regarding Ban the Box. Vice Mayor Bolton seconded.
Clerk Johnson conducted a roll call vote and the motion carried unanimously 5-0.
Mayor Gomez again congratulated the recent retirees, then recessed the meeting at
12:38 p.m. and reconvened at 12:50 p.m.
d. Discussion and possible motion mandating the Broward Sheriffs Office issue
civil citations for minor offenses
Commissioner Gelin introduced the item.
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City Attorney Goren clarified Broward County Commission gave direction to the County •
Attorney to develop a Public Safety Review Board, but it is still under review. The adult
civil citation program could be developed by the City if they so choose.
Assistant City Attorney Morgan stated it was already applicable to the City through a
County ordinance.
Capt. Jeff Cirminiello, BSO-Tamarac District, referenced 21-6 [Broward County], which
gives deputies the option to issue a citation for petty theft, possession of less than 20
grams of marijuana, criminal mischief, trespassing, assault, disorderly conduct,
possession of drug paraphernalia, and resisting arrest without violence. There are some
rules that negate the ability, but it does give the option.
Discussion by the Commission ensued with regard to statistics of adult citations, versus
arrests for the same crimes, guidelines for enforcement to be provided to the
Commission.
Goren asked if BSO Legal has directed them to enforce Adult Civil Citation ordinance in
Tamarac. Cirminiello stated it has been embraced, and we have flyers regarding the use
and applicability of it. Goren continued and offered a full course of options for moving
forward.
Commissioner Gelin stated he was okay with dropping the item as long as the •
Commission does not reject the ability of BSO to enforce the County ordinance and to
further collect data on citations being issued.
No motion.
e. Discussion and possible motion to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day instead
of Columbus Day
Commissioner Gelin introduced the item and provided a document from the Smithsonian
that is on file with City Clerk's Office.
Discussion by the Commission ensued related to the National League of Cities,
wherever the meeting is being held, provides information about the Indigenous People of
the area, history being written by the winners, etc.
Commissioner Gelin asked to gather additional information from other cities who have
adopted the day in Florida, and to develop some sort of education component, and to
reach out to the local tribes to get their feedback.
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• There being no additional business to discuss, Mayor Gomez adjourned the meeting at
1:11 p.m.
Minutes respectfully transcribed and submitted by City Clerk Jennifer Johnson.
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