Saturday, July 31, 2010

Notes of the Special Commission Meeting of July 26

During the Commission summer recess, it was found necessary to hold a Special City Commission Meeting for the items below, that could not wait to the next regular meeting at the end of August. The meeting was called by the City Manager. All items passed unanimously (unless otherwise stated):

ORDINANCES ----- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-07-140: PROVIDING A PROCEDURE FOR FILLING A VACANCY IN CANDIDACY IN THE EVENT OF WITHDRAWAL, DEATH OR REMOVAL OF CANDIDATES(REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN.)

2. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-07-141: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, PART I, CHARTER, ARTICLE III, LEGISLATIVE, SECTION 3.08, VACANCIES; FORFEITURE OF OFFICE; OTHER PENALTIES; CORRECTING A CLERICAL ERROR TO BE CONSISTENT WITH CURRENT PROVISIONS AND TO CLARIFY IN THE EVENT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY VACANCY THAT A SPECIAL ELECTION WOULD BE CALLED BY ORDINANCE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN)

3. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-07-142: TO AMEND THE BUILDING PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE AND ADJUST THE ANNUAL FIRE INSPECTION FEES.

4. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-07-143: AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, SECTION 2-23, PUBLIC RECORDS, TO PROVIDE A BUILDING RECORDS SEARCH FEE APPLYING TO BUILDING PERMIT SEARCHES, PERMIT HISTORY AND BUILDING CODE VIOLATION REQUEST SEARCHES.

5. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-07-144: TO PROVIDE AN ARCHIVING FEE ON EACH PERMIT TO OFFSET THE COST OF MICROFILMING AND SCANNING COMPLETED BUILDING PERMITS AND PLANS.


ORDINANCES --- SECOND READING:

6. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-07-139: AMENDING THE CITY LAUDERHILL CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, RETIREMENT, PART 4, SENIOR MANAGEMENT PENSION PLAN AND TRUST FUND, SECTION 2-88.7, VESTING AND TERMINATION; PURCHASE OF PRIOR COVERED SERVICE; TO CLARIFY THAT ELECTED OFFICIALS VEST IN THE PLAN AFTER FIVE (5) YEARS OF CREDITED SERVICE.


RESOLUTIONS

7. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-07-152: APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF KENNY DAVIS BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN AS APPROVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION AS A WHOLE TO THE LAUDERHILL HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

IMPORTANT FLORIDA PRIMARY VOTING INFORMATION

In preparation for the 2010 Primary Election in Florida, the Broward County Supervisor of Elections is providing the following information for voter education purposes and for media to share with the community.

Voters should take note that Florida law required voters to present picture ID with signature. Acceptable forms of ID are:

Florida Driver’s License
Florida ID Card
US Passport
Military or Student ID
Public Assistance ID
Debit/Credit Card

Please note: IDs must have current signature. Any combination of picture and signature is accepted.

Important Primary Election Dates:

July 26 - Last day to register to vote for the August Primary Election
August 9 - Early Voting begins
August 18 - Deadline for requests for absentee ballots to be mailed
August 24 - Primary Election Day

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Groundbreaking for Lauderhill Performing Arts Center


On September 23 at 10 am, the City of Lauderhill is planning to hold its groundbreaking ceremony for the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center and Library. The event will be at the corner of Sunrise Blvd. and 441, adjacent to the Central Regional Park.

The facility will be the first LEED Gold Performing Arts Center in the southeast US, and is using $440,000 received by the city from the Federal Energy Block Grant.

Other funds of $5.7 million are from the voter approved 2005 GO Lauderhill Bond and $5.7 million from a Broward County grant. Additionally, the Library funding is from the countywide voter approved $169 Library Bond passed several years ago.

The architect for this project is Westlake Reed from Washington, DC, and the general contractor is D. Stephenson Construction, a local construction company. Expected completion is December 2011.

More information about the event will be forthcoming.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

The Rise and Fall of Political Parties

For a long time voters have increasingly shown that they are fed up with politics. Voter turnout has steadily been dropping for years. I have often said that people vote more than you think. But they vote by their feet by leaving.

Then add to that the creations of the ‘Tea Party,’ ‘Coffee Party,’ the break of Governor Charlie Crist from the Republican Party, and the formation of a variety of new political parties, are just a few more examples demonstrating this voter dissatisfaction.

Part of this movement can be accounted for with the Democratic and Republican Parties becoming more polarized in their views. With no way for voters to find resolution, voters have become angry and disillusioned.

The people in the middle, the Moderates, are being used like pawns in a chess game, and torn between the two major parties. President Nixon was famous for establishing the political strategy of pushing his conservative positions in the Republican Primary, and then moving to the center in the General Election. That strategy continues this day, and will be evident in the Florida Governors race by Mario Rubio.

Every day the rhetoric is increased, and all we hear is attacks on any legislative proposals. Bipartisanship has become a dirty word. You see, politically it is more important to score a political point which strengthens a party’s base but discourages moderate voters, then to work on answers together.

Republicans continuously move to the right, jockeying who among them is more conservative. As strong as their conservative message is, they are still concerned by groups even farther right then they are, the new ‘Tea Party’ detractors.

Democrats are no better off, and have never really been united on many matters, causing a lot of internal worry from members forced to support positions they don’t truly share. The charge thrown at Democrats is that they are socialist.

Ironically, it was Charlotte Sun Herald, a Republican newspaper, that editorialized in 2008 that,

“The Republican Party in Florida has thrown local government decision-making under the party bus. They've decided the centralized power in Tallahassee is smarter and better than local government. Our Republican state government now micromanages our local schools, micromanages our growth plans and micromanages local government revenue.”

One could say the Florida Republican Party is probably amongst the most conservative Republican groups in the nation, and yet this statement expresses what Socialism is all about, control of power by a higher government to run everyone’s lives.

The only difference is that it is not coming from the Federal Government upon the States, but from the State Government upon Local Government. It is about as far from the origins of the Republican Party as you can go.

Republicans say they believe in smaller government, and less government intrusion. Yet their actions don’t follow their words. At best I think they believe that government can’t or shouldn't do anything, and shouldn't interfere except when god or country are involved.

Democrats believe that government can solve all problems. Yet even with massive government spending our problems deepen.

What I am seeing is history repeating itself in a new twisted way. You see, when the United States began there were no political parties. Shortly after formation of our Congress, parties formed to consolidate power and push common positions.

The original parties were the Federalist (President Adams), and the Democratic-Republican Party (now known as the Democrats, the party of President Jefferson and Jackson). Following the Federalist was the Whig Party in 1833 (President Harrison and Taylor). The Republican Party wasn’t created until the 1850’s with the breakup of the Whig Party over a dispute over slavery.

Then the Democrats were the conservatives mostly from the South, which were joined by the Southern Whigs who supported slavery. The North Whig Party who was against slavery became the Republicans, and the party of Lincoln (Lincoln was originally a Whig and publicly held to the principals of the Whig Party). What the Whig Party did agree on was a strong support of building infrastructure and the rights of Local Government over Federal and even State Powers.

The Republican Party was a creation not just by the people and politicians, but heavily driven by the newspapers. When the Republican Party began to form in the Midwest, the Pontiac Gazette concluded,

“The only way we see to bring about a better state of things in Michigan, is to adopt the plan of having independent, individual nominations. Let the candidates offer themselves, and let then people choose freely from among them such as they wish to support, without any bias or dragooning from the party -– without feeling the ties of any political association drawing them one way or another. This is the true Republican way of doing things.”

What surprises me most is how over the years the two major parties have completely strayed from their original roots, reversing many of their founding principles. But the fundamental principle of the Whig Party brought to both Democrats and Republicans, ‘strong support of building infrastructure and Local Government,’ has been lost by both.

You see, the Republicans were deemed the liberal social innovators wanting to change how we govern by giving it to the people, and not imposing their Will onto others. While the Democrats were considered the conservatives, who wanted to keep things the same and consolidate power at the top.

My personal belief is that the Moderates, those that share true fiscal conservatism, but yet are socially liberal towards individual rights, could be a political force.

Those that believe that ‘if you want to do something right, then do it right or don’t do it at all.’ That believe government needs to figure out what it is required to do and then do it right, and leave the rest to the people. But also believe that ‘as long as you are not hurting anyone, what you do is your own business and not anyone else’s.’

So where does the Person in the Middle turn? The Moderate? For now, no where.

Until the middle form their own party, they have no where to go, because they have no room in either party. There is no such thing as a Moderate Republican left in the Republican Party that has any influence, and Conservative Democrats are only a limited force in their own party.

The people in the middle have no energy, and have lost their interest. They are the innocent majority by-stander. They sometimes will stand up when totally upset. Maybe someday they may stand up together and change the world, but not yet.

Maybe Charlie Crist is right, and maybe Moderate Republicans should join with Conservative Democrats to seek a common middle ground. Now that would be history repeating itself.

Friday, July 16, 2010

Notes of Special Workshop and Regular Commission Meeting of July 12

On July 12, the City Commission met, and the following are some notes of interest (all items passed unanimously unless otherwise indicated):


SPECIAL WORKSHOP: Called by City Manager

1. LAUDERHILL CULTURAL TRUST OVERVIEW (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES). The new web site was unveiled, which will go active July 14. The web site will coordinate all cultural events and activities in the city, including the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center. It also includes information about the Lauderhill Cultural Trust, a 501(c)(3) organization, that is seeking tax deductible donations to help support Lauderhill Art Programs.



COMMISSION MEETING:

RESOLUTIONS
COMMISSION


(REMOVE FROM THE TABLE)

1. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-116: OPPOSING SENATE BILL (S3194) WHICH IS A PUBLIC SAFETY EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE COOPERATION ACT/POLICE & FIREFIGHTER MONOPOLY BARGAINING BILL THAT PROPOSES TO REQUIRE FEDERAL UNION MANDATES(REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Failed 4-1, with Mayor Kaplan voting in favor. Mayor Kaplan believes that the Act may interfere with the State of Florida's ability to handle its own Collective Bargaining Laws, and the other Commissioners do not believe that it would. It concerns the interpretation which will be conducted by the Federal Labor Relations Board if the Act passes Congress.


D.E.E.S.

2. REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 10R-07-144: APPROVING AND AWARDING THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK CONSTRUCTION SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION FOR PHASE I OF THE NEW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AND LIBRARY IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THE GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE OF $______________ INCLUDING DEMOLITION, EARTHWORK, SITE UTILITIES, DEWATERING, SUB-GRADE, BUILDING PAD PREPARATION, LIME-ROCK BASE, CONCRETE, TILT-WALL FRAM FOR THE BUILDING STRUCTURE AND STRUCTURAL STEEL PROCUREMENT; ALSO INCLUDING UNDERGROUND WORK FOR THE MECHANICAL, PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL TRADES AS SHOWN ON THE CIVIL © AND SITE (MS, ES, PS, FPS) DRAWINGS; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-361-6522;


FINANCE

3. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-07-145: APPROVING THE CONTRACT WITH BLACK & VEATCH, INC. TO PERFORM A WATER AND WASTEWATER RATE STUDY WITH THE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF ASSESSING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITY AND DEVELOPING CONSERVATION BASED UTILITY RATES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $68,000.00 FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-921-3110.

4. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-07-146: APPROVING REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACTS FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (NSP); AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTIES IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $537,000.00 PURSUANT TO THE REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACTS FROM THE GRANT ALLOCATION BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD).

5. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-07-148:SUPPORTING AND ADOPTING THE BROWARD COUNTY DECEMBER 2009 REVISED MULTIJURISDICTIONAL LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY (LMS) IN ORDER TO COMPLY WITH THE DISASTER MITIGATION ACT OF 2000 AND NEW PLANNING CRITERIA ISSUED BY THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA); PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS.


NEW BUSINESS:

A. VACANCY IN CANDIDACY (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). A proposed modification of our law to better comply with State Law was presented. Consensus was to move forward and place on next agenda.

B. SET SPECIAL MEETING FOR SECOND READING OF BUDGET 2010-2011. Sept. 29 at 5:01 PM.

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Free Back to School Immunization and Health Resource Fair

On Saturday, July 17 from 9 am to 4 pm, a free Immunization and Health Resource Fair will be held at the Lauderhill Mall. The Mall, is located at 1267 NW 40th Avenue in Lauderhill.

Free childhood immunizations, KidCare (health insurance for children), WIC Information (nutrition for women, infants and children), dental information and other information will be available. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Parents or legal guardians should remember to bring the child's immunizations records.

For more information call 954-467-4856.

Monday, July 12, 2010

MEET YOUR JUDICIAL CANDIDATES

COME LEARN ABOUT THE JUDICIAL CANDIDATES THAT WILL APPEAR ON THE BALLOT ON AUGUST 24

Nova Southeastern University
3301 College Ave., Davie, FL 33314

Thursday, July 22, 2010, 5:45 PM
Candidates for Circuit Court
Nova Southeastern University- Miniaci Center
(RSVP BY JULY 16)

Thursday, July 29, 2010, 5:45 PM
Candidates for County Court
Nova Southeastern University- Law School Atrium
(RSVP BY JULY 23)

Meet and Greet session following each forum (8:00p.m.)
Light refreshments will be provided

RSVP TO THE BROWARD COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION AT 954-764-8040 EXT. 203

Friday, July 09, 2010

Annual Budget Workshops

On Tuesday, July 13, the City Commission will be holding are Annual Budget Workshop. The workshop is held at City Hall beginning at 10 AM until completed. This is the time scheduled where the Commission will be reviewing over the City Managers proposed budget and tax rates for the upcoming year, 2010-2011.

Anyone wishing to hear and participate is invited. Changes to the budget need to be addressed at this meeting because afterwards it is very difficult to make any further changes absent a major issue arising.

At the end of the budget workshop, the then Commission agreed upon budget by consensus will be submitted to a regular commission meeting for 2 votes in September on 2 different days.

Tuesday, July 06, 2010

City of Lauderhill Announces Tax Credits Available for Businesses in Lauderhill’s Expanding Enterprise Zone…..

Beginning July 1st 2010, the Lauderhill Enterprise Zone will expand to include the commercial properties on the west side of State Road 7. This Zone expansion will encourage economic growth and investment in this distressed area, therefore, tax advantages and incentives to businesses located within the Zone boundaries are being offered.

The State of Florida is offering tax credits for new construction, equipment purchases, and new employees hired within the Enterprise Zone.

Applications for these tax credits, a map of the Enterprise Zone in Lauderhill, and a full description of the program can be found under the Business Resources tab on the Lauderhill Community Redevelopment Agency website (http://www.lauderhillcra.com/).

For more information on the Enterprise Zone in Lauderhill, contact Redevelopment Analyst, Tameka Dorsett, at 954-777-2045, or email tdorsett@lauderhill-fl.gov..

Friday, July 02, 2010

Notes of the CRA and Commission Meeting of June 28, 2010

On June 28, the City Commission held a regular CRA Meeting and Commission Meeting. The following are notes of interest from the meeting (all items passed unanimously, unless otherwise stated):

CRA MEETING:

1) RECOVERY ZONE BOND PROGRAM - Lauderhill Mall $9 M and Arbella (Carrishoca) $16 M have been both approved for bonds under federal program. They still need a bank to provide the financing. Should have something more concrete by August 1. Mayor Kaplan found another program for $1 M that may be applicable. Staff is reviewing if we can use it.

2) REDEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROGRAM - Moving forward. Waiting for checks. Trying to transfer part of the funds to 441 CRA from Central CRA.

3) INTERNATIONAL AND ART INCUBATORS - Proceeding with the work. People should be moving in by the end of July for the International Incubator. Not paying rent until moving in. There are 4 businesses about to move in. The Arts Incubator is working through the ACT Board, with room for more artists in both locations. The Artist are receiving a free location at the Promenade at Inverrary as part of the Home Decor Row Sidewalk Sale this weekend.

4) NEW BUSINESS - Board authorizes the Executive Director to call special meetings when necessary. Also, the July 12 CRA Meeting is cancelled.


REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:


ORDINANCES - FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-06-136: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 1, GENERALLY, SECTION 2-23, PUBLIC RECORDS; PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CHARGES FOR SEARCHES IN EXCESS OF ONE-HALF (1/2) HOUR AND FOR OFF-SITE STORAGE OF INACTIVE FILES.


ORDINANCES - SECOND READING:

2. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-06-132: CREATING ARTICLE VIII, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, DIVISION 3, HABITAT SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; CREATING SECTIONS 2-241 THROUGH 2-248 PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE SPECIFIC NAMED HABITAT SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, DEFINING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING ELIGIBILITY TO REQUEST GRANTS, TO LEVY AD VALOREM TAXES ON REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY OF UP TO 2 MILLS ANNUALLY, AND AUTHORITY TO COLLECT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS TO SUPPORT PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDING COMMUNITY POLICING INNOVATIONS PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 197.3635 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR; DESIGNATING BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ESTABLISHING ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING DISTRICT POWERS; PROVIDING REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING TERMS OF DISSOLUTION.

3. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-06-133: CREATING ARTICLE VIII, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, DIVISION 3, SIENNA GREENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; CREATING SECTIONS 2-251 THROUGH 2-258 PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE SPECIFIC NAMED SIENNA GREENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, DEFINING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING ELIGIBILITY TO REQUEST GRANTS, TO LEVY AD VALOREM TAXES ON REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY OF UP TO 2 MILLS ANNUALLY, AND AUTHORITY TO COLLECT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS TO SUPPORT PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDING COMMUNITY POLICING INNOVATIONS PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 197.3635 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR; DESIGNATING BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ESTABLISHING ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING DISTRICT POWERS; PROVIDING REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING TERMS OF DISSOLUTION.

4. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-06-134: CREATING ARTICLE VIII, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, DIVISION 3, THE MANORS OF INVERRARY SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; CREATING SECTIONS 2- 261 THROUGH 2-268 PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE SPECIFIC NAMED THE MANORS OF INVERRARY SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, DEFINING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING ELIGIBILITY TO REQUEST GRANTS, TO LEVY AD VALOREM TAXES ON REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY OF UP TO 2 MILLS ANNUALLY, AND AUTHORITY TO COLLECT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS TO SUPPORT PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDING COMMUNITY POLICING INNOVATIONS PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 197.3635 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR; DESIGNATING BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ESTABLISHING ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING DISTRICT POWERS; PROVIDING REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING TERMS OF DISSOLUTION.


RESOLUTIONS
COMMISSION


5. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-135: DESIGNATING MAYOR RICHARD J KAPLAN AS VOTING DELEGATE AND VICE MAYOR DALE V.C. HOLNESS AS ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATE FOR THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES’ 84th ANNUAL CONFERENCE BEING HELD AUGUST 19-21, 2010 AT THE WESTIN DIPLOMAT RESORT IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA.

6. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-136: APPROVING THE BOARD APPOINTMENT OF WAYNE MARTIN TO SERVE AS THE SECOND ALTERNATE ON THE LAUDERHILL ART, CULTURAL, TOURISM (ACT) BOARD FOR A TWO (2) YEAR TERM.

7. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-137: APPOINTING VARIOUS MEMBERS TO THE LAUDERHILL LOCAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE BY THE CITY COMMISSION AS A WHOLE; PROVIDING FOR TERMS.

8. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-116: OPPOSING SENATE BILL (S.3194) WHICH IS A PUBLIC SAFETY EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE COOPERATION ACT/POLICE & FIREFIGHTER MONOPOLY BARGAINING BILL THAT PROPOSES TO REQUIRE FEDERAL UNION MANDATES; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Tabled 5-0 to request additional information.

9. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-143: TO PERMANENTLY MAINTAIN THE BAN ON OIL AND GAS DRILLING IN FLORIDA’S STATE AND FEDERALLY REGULATED WATERS(REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Passed 4-1, Commissioner Berger opposing.

10. RESOLUTION 10R-06-142: EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE UNITED STATES BID FOR THE 2018 OR 2022 FIFA WORLD CUP™ BEING HELD IN SOUTH FLORIDA WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI AS A HOST CITY (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).


POLICE

11. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-138: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,400.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE NORTHWEST HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION TO SUPPORT DRUG TREATMENT, DRUG EDUCATION OR DRUG PREVENTION, CRIME PREVENTION, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD, OR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE GUIDELINES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 120-683-9935.

12. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-139: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,400.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE BROWARD ESTATES HOME OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION TO SUPPORT DRUG TREATMENT, DRUG EDUCATION OR DRUG PREVENTION, CRIME PREVENTION, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD, OR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE GUIDELINES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 120-683-9935.

13. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-140: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,425.00 TO PM PAINTING FOR PAINTING SERVICES AT THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL POLICE DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110-683-9936.


QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:


14. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-06-141: AMENDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION 09R-10-249; GRANTING TO OKS - COMMERCIAL & U, LLC A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, KNOWN AS SONIC RESTAURANT, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW EXTENDED HOURS OF OPERATION FOR A SINGLE DRIVE-THROUGH LANE IN CONJUNCTION WITH A FREESTANDING RESTAURANT BUILDING OFF COMMERCIAL BLVD. ADJACENT TO CHICK-FIL-A. Discussion concentrated on hours of operation. Item was tabled 5-0 to a subsequent meeting.