Rick DellaRatta and Jazz for Peace

A Benefit for WOMEN IN JAZZ SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.

Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 6:00PM
location: tba Ft. Lauderdale area

Having performed with everyone from Dizzy Gillespie to Paquito D' Rivera, Rick DellaRatta is now considered by many to be one of the finest Singer/Pianists performing today and one of only a handful of Jazz Artists who can make a successful musical presentation to a large audience without having to abandon the true art form of Jazz. His unique and original piano playing and composing has been compared in print to Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Bill Evans, McCoy Tyner, Keith Jarrett, Joe Zawinul, Horace Silver, Oscar Peterson and Thelonius Monk while his signature vocal sound and style has been likened to Chet Baker, Billie Holiday, Joao Gilberto, Ivan Lins, Michael Franks and Antonio Carlos Jobim.

Click below to view our Promo Videos:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHJqZyRUW2k

VIP Discount Ticket Pre-Sale
First 25 respondents ONLY!!
Purchase Special Guest of Honor discount tickets no later than Friday, June 11, 2010
Ticket Prices: 2 TICKETS - $50 in advance (reg. ticket price $35.00 ea.)
a $20.00 savings

Please purchase your VIP
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or mailing a check for mailing a check for $50 to:
WOMEN IN JAZZ SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.
2801 S. Oakland Forest Drive, Suite 103, Oakland Park, FL 33309

Related Website(s)

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http://www.jazzforpeace.org/
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Sponsors Presented by Jazz For Peace

LAUDERHILL SUMMER CAMP 2010

THE PARKS AND LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR SUMMER CAMP 2010!

DATES: Mon., June 14th – Friday, Aug. 20th (no camp on Mon., July 5th)

AGES: Children must be going into Kindergarten through 6th grade, ages 5-12 years old. (a birth certificate as proof of age is needed). SORRY – NO PRE-K!!!

SITES: Veterans Park – (max 100 children)

FEES / CAMP HOURS

Veterans Park 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Residents) $700.00 per child*
7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Non-Residents) $900.00 per child*

*Fees include field trips, swim­ming, arts and crafts, one camp T-shirt, and trip transporta­tion. Optional Field Trips will be available at an additional cost. Lunch and snacks will be provided
to all campers free of charge through the Florida Summer Food Program. Additional t-shirts may be purchased at $10 each.

PAYMENT/REFUND POLICY: Summer camp tuition will be collected on a bi-weekly basis. Your first payment of $140.00 (residents) or $180.00/non-residents is due at registration. All payments will be collected in advance on Friday for the upcoming 2 week session. Fees are non-refundable. Cash will not be accepted and there are no refunds. If payment is not made by the first day of the new session, a $20.00 late fee will be added to your bi-weekly tuition. Bi-weekly payments ($140.00 for residents/$180.00 for non-residents) will be collected Monday through Thursday of the following weeks: the week of June 28th, the week of July 12th, the week of July 26th and the week of August 9th

GROUP/STAFF/SUPERVISION: Campers will be divided into groups according to the grade they will be entering in August. Campers will be supervised by our experienced and qualified camp directors and counselors. All staff members have been fingerprinted and background screened and meet the educational and medical requirements mandated by law.

The City of Lauderhill’s Summer Camp 2010 program will be operated by After School Programs, Inc
“The Child Care Professionals”

LUNCHES: All lunch & snacks will be supplied by After School Programs, Inc. through The Florida Summer Food Program

PROGRAM: Fun weekly themes give campers the opportunity to learn, imagine and create while making new friends. Weekly organized activities may include sports & games, arts & crafts, music, dance, cooking, and swimming. ALL OF THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THE CAMP.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

*For additional information please call After School Programs, Inc. 954-596-9000 or

Veterans Park 954-572-1459


Special Registration will begin on Tuesday, June 1st- First Come! First Served!

VETERANS PARK
7600 NW 50TH STREET
(954) 572-1459
Or
After School Programs, Inc.
Tuesday, June 1st – 3:00 – 7:00
Wednesday, June 2nd – 3:00 – 7:00
Thursday, June 3rd – 3:00 -7:00
Friday, June 4th – 3:00 – 6:00
Saturday, June 5th – 10:00 – 12:00 p.m.

THE FOLLOWING MUST BE PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION

1) Proof of residency (Drivers License, Utility bill, etc.).
2) A birth certificate as proof of child’s age (5-12).

Families using Family Central are welcome

Any individual who has a disability which requires a reasonable accommodation in order
to participate fully and effectively in this program should notify the Parks & Leisure Services Department at the time of registration.

Learn to Dive

Parkway Middle School to get Improvements

Meetings have been held at Parkway Middle School to inform the community of the reconstruction that is going on at the school. The school will be rebuilt, including a new gymnasium and a 3 story classroom. Trees are going to be planted as well as new landscaping and entry ways. Some of the trees have already been relocated on the site.

Notes of the Special Commission Meeting and Regular Workshop of May 17

On May 17, the City Commission held its Special Commission Meeting and Regular Workshop, and the following are notes of interest:

SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING (all items passed unanimously, unless otherwise indicated):

1. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-106: ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS (ASP) TO OPERATE THE AFTER SCHOOL, SUMMER CAMP, AND OUT OF SCHOOL PROGRAMS DURING THE BROWARD COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD 2010-2011 CALENDAR YEAR; PROVIDING THAT THE PROGRAMS WILL SERVE CHILDREN AGES 5 THROUGH 12 YEARS OLD (KINDERGARTEN THROUGH SIXTH GRADE).

2. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-107: INDICATING THE OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE CITY TO ISSUE TAX-EXEMPT BONDS PAYABLE FROM THE PROCEEDS OF THE CITY’S WATER SERVICE UTILITY TAX TO FINANCE THE COST OF ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPPING AND INSTALLATION OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS DETAILED IN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FROM TIME TO TIME AND TO USE A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS OF SUCH BONDS TO REIMBURSE EXPENDITURES PAID OR INCURRED PRIOR TO THE DATE OF ISSUANCE THEREOF.

3. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-108: ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE SUBORDINATION OF UTILITY INTERESTS AGREEMENT FROM AT&T CORP TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.

4. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-109: APPROVING THE LOCAL AGENCY PROGRAM AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE 19TH STREET BIKE/TRAIL PATH FROM 55TH AVENUE TO 51ST AVENUE TO INCLUDE LANDSCAPE, HARDSCAPE, CONCRETE SIDEWALK INSTALLATION, CONSTRUCTION OF SWALES, DECORATIVE LIGHTING, AND OTHER PATH IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR GRANT FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $255,000.00; RECOGNIZING THAT NO MATCHING FUNDS ARE REQUIRED FROM THE CITY.

5. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-100: AWARDING THE BID TO ENCO, LLC IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $365,636.38 TO CONSTRUCT A PASSIVE PARK AT THE EXISTING SITE OF 1080 N.W. 47TH AVENUE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS DEVELOPED BY BARRANCO GONZALEZ ARCHITECTS AND BID NUMBER 2010-008; PROVIDING THAT THIS FIRST PHASE OF WORK INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO: A PEDESTRIAN TRAIL, A PLAYGROUND, PARK FURNITURE, ASPHALT PARKING, DECORATIVE FENCE, SITE LIGHTING, LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION AS DEPICTED IN CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS; ACKNOWLEDGING CREDITS IN THE AMOUNT OF $75,000.OO FROM A BROWARD COUNTY GRANT.


REGULAR WORKSHOP:

1. ANNUAL STATE OF LAUDERHILL HOUSING AUTHORITY (REQUESTED BY HOUSING AUTHORITY)

The Housing Authority has purchased numerous properties and is rehabbing them and renting them. Ultimately to be sold. New single family houses will be built on former quadplex purchases that have been torn down. Those will be sold. Energy Star appliances are being used. They are still in pursuit of obtaining control of the housing vouchers issued in the city. There are about 1200 in Lauderhill. We are very confident that this will be successful.

2. HOUSES OF RELIGIOUS WORSHIP AND ZONING REQUIREMENTS (REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR DALE V.C. HOLNESS)

Places of Public Assembly are being reviewed due to conflicts with putting them on major roads. However, they also create problems in neighborhood areas. More review will be done with future recommendations.

3. DISCUSSION OF TURNPIKE OVERPASS (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA)

Agreement was to have meetings with the community to discuss safety issues, and to find out if they want the overpass to continue.

4. REVOLVING LOAN FUND GUIDELINES FOR APPROVAL (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA)

New guidelines were agreed upon with a minimum FICO score of 580, along with other loan qualifying requirements. There is the ability to appeal a decision.

5. CHANGE OF ADDRESS FOR 2000 CITY HALL DRIVE (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA)

To avoid confusion, it was agreed to restore the old address of 2100 NW 55th Ave.

6. FIRE SUPPRESSION (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA)

The problem at Park South is common in many condominiums from that time period. When a new roof is required, fire suppression devices can be installed, otherwise they are grandfathered in. The discussion was to have the Fire Department to meet with associations to discuss voluntary installation of fire suppression devices to improve safety.

7. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND NOTICES.

None.

Historic Sri Lanka vs. BLACKCAPS Series Re-Shaped

This week's historic series of international cricket matches scheduled for Florida has been re-shaped to include two double headers, featuring the New Zealand BLACKCAPS vs. Sri Lanka and the USA vs. Jamaica.

New Zealand and Sri Lanka were originally scheduled to play three international Twenty20 matches to launch the hosting of full international cricket in the USA. However, the International Cricket Council has ruled that the lights available at the Broward County Regional Park are not quite up to the standard required for the broadcast and hosting of full international cricket.

"Ideally the inaugural game in the Pearls Cup series would have been a night game on Thursday, The lights at the stadium are fine for most levels of cricket, but they need to be of a higher standard for the playing and broadcast of international cricket." said New Zealand Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan.

“And added to this, there is a high probability of rain and thunderstorms in the region on Thursday which added weight to our decision. Because of these factors, we have decided, along with our partner USA Cricket, to focus all of the attention on the weekend with the two double headers as well a full One Day International between USA and Jamaica on Friday the 21st.”

"The BLACKCAPS are tremendously excited about the opportunity of launching international cricket in the United States and it promises to be an amazing weekend of cricket. The BLACKCAPS have had fantastically close games against the Sri Lankan team in recent times and the Pearls Cup series promises to be a great spectacle.

It is also great to see that Jamaica have sent a full-strength squad, including a number of players who have played for the West Indies. Their games against the top USA team should also add a lot to the event" Vaughan said.

Anyone who had purchased a ticket for Thursday's game should contact Ticketmaster for a reallocation to the weekend or a refund.

Notes of CRA and Regular Commission Meeting of May 10

On May 10, the City Commission meet for a CRA Meeting and Regular Commission Meeting. The following is notes of interest on the items discussed. All items voted upon passed unanimously, unless otherwise indicated:

CRA MEETING:

1) 38 AVENUE PROPERTY – PRESENTATION BY ANDRE PARKE. Asking for more International Trade Show applications for this area. They are supportive of the city's efforts in the area. There are 2 properties to be viewed at specifically. Funding from the county has not come forward.

2) REDEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROGRAM FUNDING UPDATE - $1.8 M available for some properties and 441. $3.8 M available in Central CRA for housing. Options of trying to move monies between CRA's, trying to make a public/private partnership, have the city through the Lauderhill Housing Authority move forward with its own development.

3) JUNE MEETING DATE - June 14 meeting moved to June 28.

4) NEW BUSINESS $16.5 M in Recovery Bond was issued by Broward County to Carishoca. They are ready to move on the Hotel and Exposition Phase. There was a request of allocating funding to assist on moving them forward. A presentation was made on how the developers could go forward. The Commission was supportive subject to a full review and recommendation of the Administration.


REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:

PROCLAMATIONS:

A. A PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE WEEK OF MAY 16 TO 22, 2010, AS WATER RE-USE WEEK.

B. A PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AS “PLAYFUL CITY USA PLAY DAY”, ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2010.

C. A PROCLAMATION HONORING DR. REGGIE R. LEWIS.


PRESENTATIONS:

A. PRESENTATION ON HOME DÉCOR ROW SIDEWALK SALE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Will be July 3, 2010, though the merchants can have their sale July 2 - 5, 2010.

B. CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION TO PARTICIPANTS/MEMBERS OF THE “TO HAITI WITH LOVE” BENEFIT CONCERT (REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR DALE V.C. HOLNESS).


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-05-126: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS SCHEDULE B., REPLACING THE LAND USE CATEGORY NURSERY SCHOOL AND DAY CARE CENTER WITH THE LAND USE CATEGORY SCHOOLS, PRE-SCHOOL, NURSERY, CHILDCARE AND ELDERLY CARE AND PROHIBITING SUCH LAND USE CATEGORY WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT BUT ALLOWING IT WITHIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT AS A PERMITTED USE. Passes 4 - 1 with Commission Berger voting against.

2. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-05-128: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS (LDR) SCHEDULE B., REPLACING THE LAND USE CATEGORY PUBLIC/PRIVATE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS WITH THE LAND USE CATEGORY SCHOOLS, PUBLIC OR PRIVATE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY AND PROHIBITING SUCH LAND USE CATEGORY WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT.

3. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-05-130: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE III, DEPARTMENTS OF CITY GOVERNMENT, DIVISION 8, DIVISION OF PURCHASING, SECTION 2-139, FORMAL CONTRACT PROCEDURE, INCREASING THE LOCAL BUSINESS PREFERENCE TO FIVE PERCENT (5%) OF THE BID AND ALLOWING THE LOCAL BUSINESS THEN TO MATCH THE LOWEST BID TO WIN THE BID; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR DALE V.C. HOLNESS). Passes 4 - 1 with Commission Berger voting against.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

4. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-04-120: IMPOSING A TWELVE (12) MONTH MORATORIUM ON ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL; APPLYING TO THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDERS, CERTIFICATES OF USE AND LOCAL BUSINESS TAX RECEIPTS FOR ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES.

5. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-04-121: APPROVING THE SIX MONTH REVIEW BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE AMENDMENTS, AND ROLL-FORWARDS FOR FUNDS; REFLECTING ADJUSTMENTS TO VARIOUS REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTS; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.


POLICE

6. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-102: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF ABANDONED PROPERTY FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,403.86 TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF CARPETING AT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUILDING REAR ENTRANCE FROM RESOURCE 4 FLOORS; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 001-247-0300.

7. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-103: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00 TO THE LAUDERHILL/LAUDERDALE LAKES YMCA 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; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).

8. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-05-104: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00 TO THE LAUDERHILL BOYS & GIRLS CLUB 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; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).

Lauderhill Youth Council Car Wash

St. George Park
Every Saturday from 9am –12pm

ALL DONTATIONS WILL BE USED TO SEND OUR YOUTH TO WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 2010. DON’T HAVE A CAR GIVE A DONATION TO SUPPORT OUR KIDS.

Cars $5.00, Vans $6.00, SUV/Trucks $7.00 and up

For more details call
Mae Smith @ 954 325-6660

Groundbreaking of Broward Estates Park

Summer Programs in Lauderhill 2010

A lot of requests have been made concerning summer programs in Lauderhill. Due to a number of factors, staff is still working out details. The Mayor and City Commission have discussed about finding the funds for the Literacy Camp.

When these programs are announced, it will be posted in eLauderhill News.

St. George Homeowner Association Presents . . . Game Night with the NFL Player

Friday Nights starting at 6:30 PM at St. George Community Center

Come out and have a night full of fun and excitement with Professional NFL players on Friday nights during the month of April and May. Residents must be in by 7:30 to take part in the prizes.

Prizes for the winners

Wings $3.50
Fish $3.00
Grits $1.00
Salad $1.50
Fries $1.00

MUST BE 21 YRS OR OLDER

USA to Host New Zealand vs. Sri Lanka in International Cricket

Seating at the Central Broward Regional Park, Lauderhill, FL.

Ticket sections: P1 is any reserved seating in the red sections 1E to 11E and 1W to 11W. P2 is General Admission in the yellow section. P3 is Handicap Accessible areas in sections the red sections. P4 is a specially reserved Hospitality section in the yellow area, and the ticket price includes food and drink.


May 20-23, 2010, at the Central Regional Park in Lauderhill, the US Cricket Association will be hosting three 20/20 International Cricket games between New Zealand and Sri Lanka. These games are the first internationally officially sanctioned games between national teams in the only certified cricket stadium in the United States.

This match marks the launch of a new strategic partnership between USA Cricket and New Zealand Cricket to further advance the sport in the United States. "USA Cricket has worked hard to bring this event about and we are very excited about the potential impact of this series for the growth and development of cricket in the United States," said Gladstone Dainty, president of USA Cricket.

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) CEO Justin Vaughan said, "NZC has long seen the dynamic potential of cricket in the USA." He added that he hopes to see the BLACKCAPS playing in the USA on an annual basis.

The Sri Lanka-New Zealand match series follows the ICC World Twenty20 in the West Indies, which concludes with competitions in Barbados on May 16. Sri Lanka was a finalist in the 2009 event and is expected to perform well again this year. The BLACKCAPS were semi-finalists in the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and made it through to the Super Eight stage of the 2009 event. The two teams will be competing in Broward County for the Pearls Cup, named for the Indian property development company, Pearls Infrastructure, sponsoring the matches.

USA Cricket CEO Donald Lockerbie said the three-match series for Broward has been in the works for some time as part of a new "Destination USA" initiative. "We believe that in order to grow the game of cricket in the USA, we need to have the best teams in the world play in our country," said Lockerbie. "We want to demonstrate to the American public just how exciting the T20 format is. Cricket is already popular here but has lacked major media coverage. This inaugural series is the first step to reverse this situation."

Cricket as a sporting event last made significant history in the United States in 1844, when teams from the United States and Canada met in the first international cricket event between two nations in world history. Now the stage is set for another historic sporting event.

The inaugural game is Thursday night, May 20, and matches are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, May 22-23. Duncan Finch, Park Manager at Central Broward Regional Park and Stadium, encourages residents to come early to take in the festivities as vendors will be selling traditional foods of New Zealand and Sri Lanka.

"This promises to be a great introduction to the sport of cricket for the residents of Broward County and South Florida," Finch said.

Game times, ticket information and pricing will be made available on the USA Cricket Web site, http://www.usaca.org/. ESPN will also be broadcasting the series worldwide live from Central Broward Regional Park and Stadium.

UPDATE: The game for Thursday has been cancelled, and new games have been reset to Saturday and Sunday during the day. See the schedule at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the Stadium. Over 7000 tickets have been sold so far.

Notes of the Regular Commision Meeting of April 26

On April 26, the City Commission met for a Regular Commission Meeting. The following are notes of interest from the meeting (all items passed unanimously, unless otherwise provided):

PRESENTATION:

Presentation on the winners of the 2010 Lauderhill College Scholarship. Phylicia Taylor, Kayla Tucker, Shamira Bynes, and Kelly Scurry each received $500.

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-04-120: IMPOSING A TWELVE (12) MONTH MORATORIUM ON ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.

2. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-04-121: APPROVING THE SIX MONTH REVIEW BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE AMENDMENTS, AND ROLL-FORWARDS FOR FUNDS; REFLECTING ADJUSTMENTS TO VARIOUS REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTS.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

3. ORDINANCE NO. 08O-08-139: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS ARTICLE III, ZONING DISTRICTS, LIGHT STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS; TO ADD CONSERVATION; AMENDING RESIDENTIAL TO ADDRESS LIGHT EMISSION; AMENDING NONRESIDENTIAL TO ADDRESS LIGHT EMISSION; ADDING DEFINITION; ADDING LIGHT CONSERVATION AND ADDING REQUIREMENTS ON MATERIALS, LANDSCAPING, REFLECTIVITY, REVIEW, AND SHIELDING (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Passed 4-1. Commissioner vote Against.

4. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-04-119: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, TO AUTHORIZE SETTLEMENTS OF CLAIMS IN EXCESS OF $1,000.00 AND UP TO AND INCLUDING $30,000.00 UNLESS A CITY COMMISSIONER OBJECTS IN WRITING TO SAID AUTHORIZATION (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).


RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION

5. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-94: APPROVING A CHANGE ORDER TO THE M. VILA & ASSOCIATES, INC. CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF A CONCRETE WALL ALONG PINE ISLAND ROAD BETWEEN N.W. 44TH STREET AND N.W. 52ND STREET WITHING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL; APPROVING AN INCREASE IN THE AMOUNT OF $58,345.95 TO INSTALL SIXTY-FIVE (65) SPREAD FOOTERS INSTEAD OF REGULAR FOUNDATIONS FOR POSTS ON THE PROJECT TO AVOID EXISTING UTILITIES; THIS CHANGE WAS NECESSARY DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-361-6526.


FINANCE

6. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-95: APPROVING THE REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (NSP); AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THE PROPERTY IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $26,910.00 PURSUANT TO THE REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT FROM THE GRANT ALLOCATION BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD.

7. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-96: APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2011-2014 LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN (LHAP) FOR THE STATE HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM (SHIP).


PLANNING & REDEVELOPMENT

8. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-97: APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDED INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.

The City of Lauderhill Invites You to Attend the Ground Breaking for the New Broward Estates Park

After several years of looking a dilapidated water plant, the old abandoned building was finally torn down! Now rejoice with the residents of Broward Estates and the City Commission as the construction of a brand new park is about to commence!

Upon Lauderhill’s annexing Broward Estates in 2006, Homeowner Association President Mr. Jacob Greene, asked that the City find a better use for the distressed property. The Mayor and Commission all agreed that the land would be best used as the community’s first park!

Phase I of the park construction designed by EDSA – world renowned architects - is to have a series of flowering trees, where some type of flowers can be seen blooming year-round. There will be a new playground, lush landscaping, an LED lighted walking trail, decorative pedestrian and outdoor furniture, amphitheatre, and public art to be created by local youth from Parkway and Broward Estates.

Please join the residents of Broward Estates, the Mayor, City Commissioners, and Staff for an Official Groundbreaking Celebration on Thursday, the 29th of April, at 10 am, to include light refreshments as we celebrate the New Broward Estates Park.

Parking and the ceremony will be located on the Northwest corner of NW 4 Court and NW 38 Avenue.

For more information call 954-730-3082.

The Winners of the 2010 Lauderhill College Scholarships Are . . .

For the 3rd year, the City of Lauderhill has awarded college scholarships to 4 graduating Lauderhill Seniors. The Scholarship Award is based upon essays submitted by students that will be attending a college or vocational school in the fall.

The amount of the scholarship is $500 each, and the essays are reviewed by the Lauderhill Educational Advisory Board. Money for the scholarship comes from the Federal Confiscation Crime Fund of the city, which was assigned to Mayor Kaplan to use. The essay questions come from actual college applications essays.

The winners are:

Kelly Scurry - St. Thomas Aquinas, who is deciding between the University of Florida, Duke University and University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Phylicia Taylor - Pompano High School, to attend Florida A&M University
Shamira Bynes - Nova High School, to attend Florida A&M University
Kayla Tucker - Pompano High School, who is deciding between USF, FIU, FAU and Florida Gulf Coast University

2010 Final Mock Re-Draft

Well two days of drafting have gone by, and it has become clearer on what the Dolphins were doing. Odrick's 1st round selection didn't make much sense until it was announced that DE Randy Stark is moving to NT. That fills the need in the center. So the next most important need was OLB.

At least Bill was listening to me on this one. Though I had Kindle slightly higher, I understand that there were major concerns on his knees. Since the pick was so crucial, going to the next highest pick, Utah's OLB/DE Misi made a lot of sense.

What surprised me was that while I figured the Dolphins would draft someone for the offensive line, I thought they would hold out, and also try to find someone that could play center too. I had pegged in round 6, C Eric Olsen or C Kenny Alfred. Though they are still a possibility, it is now more remote.

So where do the Dolphins go from here. Fortunately, this is one of the deepest drafts ever. There still remains a lot of players that in most years would already have been gone from the board. Free Safety is their biggest concern, and Tight End is still an issue. Some help a CB, a PR/KR, and doubling down at NT is still of interest. Again, rather than predict each round, I would rather do what the Dolphins do, put up a list at those positions and rank them. But at this point, the options are becoming more limited.

Free Safety - 4th or 5th Round

#1 Robert Johnson
#2 Myron Rolle
#3 Darrell Stuckey

and maybe in the 7th round only,

#4 Da'Mon Cromartie-Smith

Tight End - 4th or 5th Round - if they want one of the better receiving ones

#1 Dennis Pitta
#2 Dorin Dickerson
#3 Aaron Hernandez maybe 6th Round only

Nose Tackle

#1 Cam Thomas (would be intriguing, though I don't see him lasting very much longer)
#2 Jeff Owens (strong consideration in the 6th Round)
#3 Jay Ross (needs to bulk back up to be a NT - for the practice squad)
#4 Kade Weston (for the practice squad)

Cornerback

#1 Donovan Warren
#2 Crezdon Butler
#3 Bryan McCann (could also be a KR available in the late rounds)

Wide Receiver - all could be used for the KR

#1 Mardy Gilyard (should be gone in the 4th round)
#2 Jacoby Ford (could be available in the 5th or 6th round)
#3 Jeremy Williams

Outside Linebacker

#1 Ricky Sapp
#2 O'Brien Schofield (7th round only due to injuries)

2010 Mock Re-Draft

Well I got it partially correct. As many others believed, the Dolphins would trade down their 1st round pick. They got a late 1st round pick, plus picked up the 40th pick in the 2nd round. They had to give up a 6th round pick, flip their 4th round picks, but they picked up a ILB, which was needed. So, all in all, a good trade.

They also could have picked OLB Jerry Hughes, as I predicted, but Bill just wouldn't listen to me. Instead they got DT Jared Odrick. While Odrick is a very good player, it is just very unclear what position he will play. He's between Nose Tackle and Defensive End. I'm not sure how good he might work in the 3-4 defense. Curiously, it's almost like the Dolphins are reverting/drafting back to the 4-3 defense. Now that would be the shocker of the draft because they would then have the players to do it.

On the assumption they stay with the 3-4, where do they go from here. The 2nd and 3rd rounds are critical, with a lot of possible choices. A lot may be whats available. They like to double down at positions, so they may go next with a NT, or they may go with a OLB in the 2nd round. Somewhere they need a Free Safety. I think a lot of it will be who is rated higher at that point, and let the draft fall out where it does.

So rather than predict who at each slot, I decided to list the possible selections they could be looking at in the next two rounds, and in what round they may find that person:

#1 OLB Sergio Kindle -2
#2 OLB Koa Misi -2
#3 OLB Jason Worilds -3
#4 OLB Ricky Sapp -3
#5 OLB Daryl Washington -3

#1 NT Cam Thomas -2
#2 NTLinval Joseph - 2/3
#3 NT Torrell Troup -3

#1 FS Major Wright - 3 if not available then TE Graham or Dickerson

So let the games continue.

Sadkin Center Plans to Re-open in August

Due to damage from Hurricane Wilma, and the need to make other significant renovations and repairs, Sadkin Community Center has been temporarily closed. The original time schedule for completion of these repairs was by September, 2009. However, because of a contractor problem, and having to hire another contractor to complete the job, completion has been delayed to the end of July.

2010 Mock Dolphin Draft Picks

Predictions:

Scenario #1 – Based upon no trade, the Dolphins need to take either a Nose Tackle or an Outside Lineman in Round 1. The only player that should be still available at the #12 pick worth taking then is NT Dan Williams.

3rd Round - OLB is now a must. What could be available are Koa Misi (little chance), Jason Worilds (better chance) and Ricky Sapp (likely).

4th Round - will then need to be a TE or FS. For TE’s the following could be taken: Jimmy Graham, Dorin Dickerson or Dennis Pitta. If a FS it would be Major Wright. FS Wright would be my first choice. If not available, I would pick the TE’s in the order provided.

5th Round - if FS Wright is not selected then FS Robert Johnson. Otherwise, if Wright is selected, then a TE, probably Pitta. If not available then FS Myron Rolle or NT Jeff Owen.

As you can see, Scenario #1 has a major problem. We can’t address all the critical needs. The depth of the draft is also quite deep for NT, OLB, TE and FS. So the best situation is,

Scenario #2 – Trade the 1st Round 12th pick for another 1st Round pick between 18 and 26, and pick up a late second or early third round pick. If so, the picks could fall:

1st Round – OLB Brandon Graham (my personal favorite, but not likely since he isn’t the prototype player the Dolphins want), or more likely Jerry Hughes.

2nd /3rd Round – NT Cam Thomas, but if not available then Linval Joseph

3rd Round – FS Major Wright

4th Round – TE In order, Jimmy Graham, Dorin Dickerson or Dennis Pitta

5th Round - FS Robert Johnson if Wright isn't selected, alternatively FS Myron Rolle or NT Jeff Owen

In either Scenario for the remaining rounds:

6th Round – C Eric Olsen or Kenny Alfred

6th Round – NT Jeff Owen if still available (not likely), else ILB - Darryl Sharpton, Micah Johnson

6th Round - WR/PR Jeremy Williams, Brandon Banks, Antonio Brown, or Trindon Holliday

7th Round - OT Andrew Tyshovnytsky, Drew Davis, Dennis Landolt or Chris Marinelli

7th Round – FS/CB Myron Lewis, FS Da'Mon Cromartie-Smith or Jordan Lake

7th Round - Whatever is left over

Notes of CRA and Commission Meeting of April 12

On April 12, the City Commission met, and the following items of interest were discussed (all items passed unanimously, unless otherwise indicated). Commissioner Bates was absent due to illness:

CRA MEETING:

1) MASTER PLAN TASK FORCE DRAFT REPORT - was presented, and comments added. Report should be done by June.

2) STATE ROAD 7 UPDATE - Some recovery bonding is available. No real movement on further development at this time until financial matters can be resolved.

3) SALE OF HANI PROPERTY TO HOUSING AUTHORITY - The CRA owns it and is considering selling it to the Housing Authority to build single family homes. It is about 4 parcels. The city loaned the money to the CRA to purchase. Upon sale, the loan will be paid back.

4) NEW BUSINESS - none.


REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:


VI. PROCLAMATIONS:

A. A PROCLAMATION HONORING JOHN RUFFIN JR., FIRST RECIPIENT OF THE UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND OUTSTANDING LEADER IN THE COMMUNITY, FOR HIS DEDICATED SERVICES TO OUR YOUTH THROUGH EDUCATION.


VII. PRESENTATIONS:

A. A PRESENTATION BY THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ON THE EVENT “RELAY FOR LIFE”, TO BE HELD ON JUNE 4 – 5, 2010, AT CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK.

B. UPDATE ON HOME DÉCOR ROW ACTIVITIES (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Two new businesses have come into the district, and another shall shortly be coming. Replacement banners will be put up shortly. Opened are Mattress & Furniture Liquidators is located 4600 N. University Drive in the Promenade, and Kitchen, Floor and Bath is located at 4931 N. University Drive, Lauderhill, FL 33351 in the Las Maderos Plaza. A committee is organizing a Memorial Day street sale in the district.

C. DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE – THE NATION’S ANNUAL COMMEMORATION OF THE HOLOCAUST OBSERVANCE, APRIL 11-18, 2010 (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). A DVD was shown from the US Holocaust Museum.


D. A PRESENTATION BY THE THE EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD REGARDING A MEMORIAL DAY POEM AND POSTER CONTEST TO BE HELD IN ALL LAUDERHILL MIDDLE SCHOOLS IN REMEMBERANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY, MAY 31, 2010 IN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL (REQUESTED BY THE LAUDERHILL EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD).

E. PRESENTATION BY THE EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD REGARDING A MEMORIAL DAY POEM AND POSTER CONTEST TO BE HELD IN ALL LAUDERHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS (3, 4 & 5TH GRADE) SCHOOLS.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:

"REMOVE ORDINANCE 08O-08-139 FROM TABLE AND SUBSTITUTE TEXT"

1. ORDINANCE NO. 08O-08-139: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS ARTICLE III, ZONING DISTRICTS,TO ADD CONSERVATION; AMENDING SUBSECTION; NONRESIDENTIAL TO ADDRESS LIGHT EMISSION; ADDING DEFINITION; ADDING LIGHT CONSERVATION AND ADDING REQUIREMENTS ON MATERIALS, LANDSCAPING, REFLECTIVITY, REVIEW, AND SHIELDING; (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Passed 3-1 with Commissioner Berger against.

2. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-04-119: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 19, TAXATION AND FINANCE, TO AUTHORIZE SETTLEMENTS OF CLAIMS IN EXCESS OF $1,000.00 AND UP TO AND INCLUDING $30,000.00 UNLESS A CITY COMMISSIONER OBJECTS IN WRITING TO SAID AUTHORIZATION; (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Passed 3-1 with Commissioner Berger against.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

3. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-110: AMENDING SECTION 8-6 OF CODE OF ORDINANCES REGARDING RESIGNING FROM OFFICE TO RUN FOR ANOTHER; VACANCIES ON CITY COMMISSION (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Passed 3-1, Commissioner Benson against.

4. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-111: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS SCHEDULE I., SIGN REQUIREMENTS; AMENDING SUBSECTION 4.0.(h) TO CLARIFY IT APPLIES TO RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY; AMENDING SUBSEC. 6.0(i) TO CLARIFY THAT PERMANENT PORTABLE SIGNS ARE PROHIBITED; AMENDING PARAGRAPH 8.0.(a)7, TO CLARIFY THAT ONLY ONE PERMIT IS ALLOWED PER PERIOD; CREATING PARAGRAPH 8.0.(a)9 ON CORRIDOR SPECIAL EVENTS; AMENDING SUBPARAGRAPH 8.0.(b)3.d. TO CLARIFY IT APPLIES TO INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED WINDOW SIGNS.

5. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-113: IMPOSING A NINE (9) MONTH MORATORIUM ON PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC USES WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL; APPLYING TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUSINESS TAX CERTIFICATES FOR MEDICAL OFFICE PERMITTED USES WHICH WOULD INCLUDE PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC USES; APPLYING TO CLINIC SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES WHICH WOULD INCLUDE PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC USES.

6. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-114: IMPOSING A ONE (1) YEAR MORATORIUM ON DYNAMIC DISPLAY SIGNS; APPLYING TO THE PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS AND REQUEST FOR BUILDING
PERMITS RELATING TO LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SCHEDULE I, SIGN REQUIREMENTS, SECTION 15.0, DYNAMIC DISPLAYS AND ALL RELATED PROVISIONS.


RESOLUTIONS

ADMINISTRATION

7. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-70: APPROVING THE AGREEMENT WITH THE RESOURCE RECOVERY BOARD OF THE BROWARD SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT FOR RECYCLING GRANT FUNDS IN THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF $13,346.00 FOR THE PURPOSE OF SINGLE STREAM RECYCLING; APPLYING RETROACTIVELY TO MARCH 25, 2010 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER’S EXECUTION OF THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS; PROVIDING THAT THIS IS A 50% REIMBURSEMENT GRANT.


COMMISSION

8. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-71: SUPPORTING A NEW COMPOSITION FOR THE RESOURCE RECOVERY BOARD IN THE PROPOSED NEW INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT THAT PROVIDES REPRESENTATION FROM EACH SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL CONTRACT COMMUNITY (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).

9. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-75: URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO SUPPORT HOUSE BILL HB 4812 REGARDING THE LOCAL JOBS FOR AMERICA ACT (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER HAYWARD J. BENSON, JR.). Passed 3-1 with Commissioner Berger against.

10. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-76: SUPPORTING SENATE BILL (SB 1196) AND HOUSE BILL (HB 561) TO EXTEND OR END MANDATES REQUIRING FIRE SAFETY RETROFIT UPGRADES IN CONDOMINIUMS SUCH AS FIRE SPRINKLERS AND MANUAL FIRE ALARMS. Fails 1-3, Commissioner Holness, Benson and Mayor Kaplan against.


DEES

11. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-78: APPROVING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT TO RIC-MAN INTERNATIONAL FOR EMERGENCY REPAIR SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,722.33 DUE TO DAMAGE TO THE CITY’S WATER MAIN AND STORM DRAIN SYSTEM WHICH OCCURRED ON JANUARY 20, 2010 BY CABLE WIRING SPECIALISTS, INC. OF HOLLYWOOD WHO WERE CARRYING OUT DRILLING WORK ON BEHALF OF COMCAST AT N.W. 73RD AVENUE AND N.W 48TH STREET; APPROVING EMERGENCY REPAIR COSTS BY THE DEES DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,023.35 FOR A TOTAL COST INCURRED BY THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF $52,745.68; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-931-06310.

12. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-79: APPROVING THE AWARD OF BID #P2010-002 TO TENEX ENTERPRISES, INC., THE LOWEST BIDDER, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $566,000.00 TO PROVIDE AND CONSTRUCT THE MAIN ENTRYWAYS AND COMMUNITY SIGNAGE WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-361-6520.

13. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-80: RESCINDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION NO. 09R-11-270; APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN ST. NICHOLAS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC. AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL REGARDING THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS RELATIVE TO THE EASEMENT AREA FOR THE PROJECT KNOWN AS SONIC RESTAURANT WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A.


FIRE

14. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-81: APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND GOVERNMENT SERVICES GROUP (GSG) IN THE AMOUNT OF $36,000.00 TO REVIEW AND UPDATE THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FEE METHODOLOGY FOR FIRE RESCUE SERVICES.


POLICE

15. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-85: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF ABANDONED PROPERTY FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000.00 TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR MAINTENANCE PAINTING OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUILDING; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 001-247-0300.

16. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-86: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,400.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE CENTRAL
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.

17. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-87: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00 TO THE CARIBBEAN AMERICAS SOCCER ASSOCIATION FOR USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110- 683-9936(REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR DALE V. C. HOLNESS).


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

18. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-88: APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER (04R-02-35) OF THE LIVING WORD COMMUNITY CHURCH, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, WHICH ALLOWED IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT A 25,320 SQUARE FEET HOUSE OF RELIGIOUS WORSHIP, KNOWN AS 5770 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.

19. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-04-89: APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER (04R-02-286) OF THE GREATER HORIZONS ACADEMY, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, WHICH ALLOWED IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT A ± 7,400 SQUARE FEET PRIVATE PRE-SCHOOL, KNOWN AS 5750 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.

Home Decor Row Update

Since the Home Decor Row Program started in February, several steps have taken place. The banners that were put up started to immediately tear. Therefore they were removed, and new, stronger banners have been ordered. As soon as they are ready they will be installed.

Three new business are coming to the HDR District. Mattress and Furniture Liquidators opened at 4600 N. University Drive, Kitchen, Floor and Bath at 4931 N. University, and a Verizon store is being opened in the Babies 'R' Us Plaza.

Additional activities are ongoing. The city is working through legislation that will allow the district to conduct coordinated street sales. Maybe for Memorial Day Weekend. Also, a business association is trying to be formed.

More information about the Home Decor Row can be found at: www.homedecorrow.com.

Pre-Budget Public Workshop Scheduled

THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL HAS SCHEDULED A COMMUNITY PRE-BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING FOR BUDGET YEAR 2010-2011 ON

APRIL 19, 2010 AT 6:00 P.M., IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 5581 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, SUITES 141-142, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.

This is another opportunity for the Public to come forward and address the Commission and Staff on the upcoming budget starting later this year. Following this meeting, a budget will be prepared and presented at the Budget Workshops in July.

Florida Department of Elder Affairs Web Site

The Florida Department of Elder Affairs, is the primary state agency responsible for administering human services programs to benefit Florida’s large and growing elder population. Whether you are an elder or caregiver, a professional or volunteer who deals with aging issues, or just looking for information related to Florida’s older residents, the following website can be a valuable tool for you.

http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/index.php

City of Lauderhill Interest-Free Energy Saving Appliance Loans and Florida Energy Star Appliance Rebate Programs

The City of Lauderhill and the State of Florida are both launching financial assistance programs to purchase appliances that consume less energy. Lauderhill's program, funded by a Federal Energy Block Grant to the city, provides interest free loans to city residents to purchase Energy Star washers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, solar water heaters, tankless water heaters, and air conditioners with a 16 SEER rating or higher. The loans can only be used in the residents primary home.

Loans will be secured to the appliances purchased, and linked to the borrowers checking or savings account to provide for automatic monthly payments to the city. Payments will be for 12 or 24 months, with the minimum loan of $400 and the maximum loan of $2000. All appliances, except water heaters, are encouraged to be purchased at SEARS in Lauderhill on Commercial Blvd., which has worked with the city to coordinate the loan process.

Application for the loans will begin being taken on April 5, until all funds are expended, first come first serve for qualified borrowers. Thereafter, when funds are repaid, additional loans can be made. Applications are available on the city web site, http://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/doc/pdf/rl_app.pdf, and eventually will be on the Lauderhill's Green Web Site: www.lauderhill-fl.gov/green. They will also be available at City Hall on April 5. Completed applications cannot be submitted until Monday April 5 beginning at 7:30 AM.

Total loan funds for this program are $70,000, and upon monthly payments being received by the city, new funds will become available to loan each month thereafter. There is a $25 upfront application fee payable to the City of Lauderhill by money order or bank check (no personal checks or cash), and a credit check will be required.

Florida’s ENERGY STAR appliance rebate program applies only to new appliances purchased in the State of Florida for personal use by the consumer. Florida will offer a 20 percent rebate off the retail price of a new qualified ENERGY STAR appliance. Rebates only apply to the purchase of the appliance and not to delivery or installation costs. Rebates shall be available only for the following ENERGY STAR certified appliances and products: gas tank-less water heaters, clothes washers, refrigerators, dishwashers, room air-conditioners and freezers.

This program is available to all Florida residents through a mail-in rebate application and will launch April 16, 2010, and conclude April 25, 2010. To qualify for the grant, reservations must be made after the appliance is purchase, not before. After making the reservation a rebate application must be submitted. Florida does not guarantee a refund if the purchaser discovers the rebates are gone after they have bought the appliances.

This program is timed to coincide with Florida’s Earth Day Activities. Florida will hire a third-party program administrator to handle the rebate process and to capture the needed metrics associated with the program. All advertising and marketing for the rebate program will be undertaken by our program partners.

While customers are encouraged to replace more than one appliance, they may only receive rebates on the purchase of one of each type of ENERGY STAR appliance per address. In additional to the rebate for purchasing the ENERGY STAR appliance, consumers will also receive an additional $75 if they provide evidence of having recycled the old appliance. That evidence may consist of a statement on the retailer receipt indicating pick-up of the old appliance or a receipt from the local public or private landfill of delivery of the old appliance. NOTE: State funds are limited and are on a first come, first serve basis until all funds are used.

NOTE: Some (such as air conditioners), but not all appliances purchased may qualify for a Federal Energy Tax Credit from income taxes. Consult with your tax advisor or IRS for more information. For additional information on Florida's program:

http://www.myfloridaclimate.com/climate_quick_links/florida_energy_climate_commission/arra_funding_and_opportunities/energy_efficient_appliance_rebate_17_585_466

Jazz Picnic in the Park - Last Performance of the Season

On Sunday, April 11, from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, the final performance of the 2009-2010 season of JAZZ PICNIC IN THE PARK, will be held at the Lieberman Botanical Gardens on Inverrary Blvd. The performance will be by the Carlos Abantos Trio, a Latin Jazz event, which will be sure to be lively.

This season, sponsored by North Shore Hospital-FMC Campus, formerly Florida Medical Center, has been a rousing success. Also, we received additional sponsorship from the Inverrary Association and Inverrary Hotel.

Already we are working on next years season (2010-2011), which is hoped to be expanded. We are looking at six Jazz Picnic in the Park concerts from November through April, and 2 or 3 Jazz Under the Stars between December and March. Exact dates, times and performances are being worked out. More information will be forthcoming over the summer.

We all hope to see you Sunday, April 11.

NOTE: We have been informed that North Shore Hospital - FMC Campus has agreed to sponsor the 3rd season (2010-2011) of Jazz Picnic in the Park and Jazz Under the Stars. More information will be forthcoming.

York University of Toronto Wins 2010 American College Cricket Championship

LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA - The Finals of the 2010 American College Cricket Spring Break Championship took place Sunday March 21st when York College of New York faced York University of Toronto. Like the Semis the Finals was being webcast by American College Cricket.

The International Cricket Council carried the webcast on their website ICC.org, as did Usaca.org and CricketCanada.org. Other websites like Cricketworld, Nyyouthcricket, and Libertycricket also did.

Both teams had won their Semi finals earlier in the day to earn their spot in the Finals. In the Semi-final games, the University of South Florida and the University of Maryland (Baltimore College) were eliminated. After more than 4 days of cricket, and involving 20 teams, these athletes were giving their all.

York University won the toss and elected to bat, sending in their inform batsmen Jai Patel and Kushroo Wadia. Patel’s scores so far in the Championship included a fifty 53, 48, 44 and 37. Kushroo had already scored 78 and 38. Captain Sourav was taking the offensive early.

His batsmen proved themselves worthy by putting on 76 runs for the opening partnership, the 18 year old Jai Patel playing glorious cover drives to smash 7 fours in making 48. Patel was brilliantly caught by a diving wicketkeeper Akeem Dodson off Hugo D’Oliveira. Kushroo Wadia made a well played 54 (6 fours) before he was run out with the score at 162. Wadia had batted nearly the entire innings. Raza Rahman made 35 before being caught by Dodson off Dhilawar Khan. York College’s Captain Mohammed Suleman bowled outstanding and took 3 wickets for 16 in 3 overs.

York University made a formidable total of 163 for 6.in their 20 overs, with the boundaries set at the full 72 yards.

York College faced a challenge but with Akeem Dodson opening they stood a chance. Dodson had already made two 50’s, 68 and 62 in the Championship so far. However Captain of York University Mahjuj Sourav tore through the York College batting with his medium pace, taking 4 for 19 in his 4 overs. It was a tremendous bowling performance, and together with Hasan Chogtai who took 2 wickets for 5 runs, and Ayaz Choudry 2 for 19 Sourav ensured York stood no chance. Dodson’s 19 runs was the top score

The webcast was watched throughout the world. Malls in Toronto, like Square One, put the game on their Jumbotron.

WEEKLY ACTIVITY REPORT FOR WEEK ENDING ON 02/25/10

CRA / Code Enforcement & Building / Planning & Zoning:

• Meet with staff to conduct inspection of International Trade Incubator;meet with Stewart Webster (Trade Incubator Manager) to discuss his plans for the trade incubator.
• Initiated review of Lauderhill Town Center zoning district ordinance and Lauderhill City Center SmartCode changes.
• Submitted SR-7 Collaborative 10 Year Report.
• Moderated the Recovery Zone Bond workshop with guest speaker Bill Kyriakakis with Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development. Members of the LRCC, including banks, accountants and financial planners attended the workshop. There were a total of 48 attendees. Forwarded a copy of the application and guidelines to Konover South to consider for the renovations of the Inverrary Shoppes renovation.
• Met with staff to conduct inspection report for the International Trade Incubator; met with Stewart Webster regarding International Trade Incubator. Mr. Webster will submit a proposal to the City for consulting services to establish the trade incubator.
• Attended the Enterprise Zone Board meeting. The state requested general descriptions of the expansion zones. The majority of the cities submitted information and the Enterprise Zone is waiting on the City of Hollywood. Once all of the descriptions for the EZ expansion are obtained each city has 90 days for a public comment period. Afterwards Broward County will need to provide notice for the EZ expansion with a target date of August 2010.
• Met with Sharon Wong-Hollis and Darren (Barber Shop owner) regarding the renovations of the plaza. The merchants in the plaza would like to renovate the facade but have not received support from the landlord. Victor Haye attended the meeting and will provide design concepts for the facade improvements. I gave a brief overview of the micro-loan and the commercial facade improvement grant that can be used for the renovations. Sharon will need to speak with the landlord to receive the approval to make improvements to the facade of the building.
• Met with Judy Hamilton and Al Huggins regarding the Arts Incubator. Mr. Huggins is an art broker and would like to display the artwork of the artist he represents in the art gallery. In addition, Mr. Huggins has developed an entrepreneurial and etiquette training program for youth and would like to begin the program in Lauderhill. Judy invited him to the next ACT Board meeting and I will present the youth entrepreneurial training program to the LRCC Board of Directors.
• Planning and Zoning Board 2-23: Caribbean Falls and Windermere site plans approved with conditions; CR Zoning District ordinances tabled to next meeting; Golf Course zoning district map amendment removed for failure to post notice; LDR amendments for pre-application conferences and Schedule I approved.
• Pre-Application Conference on Performing Arts Center School. Special exception use and site plan modification application expected shortly.
• Pre-Application Conference on renewal of Living Word SEU for house of religious worship, school and non-profit development. Three new SEU applications expected shortly.
• Provided information to Jazzy Jordon, president of Sony gospel division label, regarding Gospel Complex financing as follow up to meeting at Broward Regional Park during Al Tucker’s presentation
• Completed Master Plan Task Force agenda and draft final report and sent to members
• Initiate SmartCode Ordinance ; initiate draft SmartCode Transect Atlas

New Issues
• Received call about developer wishing to construct on the Inverrary Executive Golf Course a 288,000 square feet commercial recreational building with a water park, a hotel, six rooftop soccer fields, and more than 1,000 parking spaces. Further, discussion next week.

Building Department
Inspections completed this week:
• Building…………..…………... 67
• Electric…………….......…….....23
• Plumbing …….…….…………. 12
• Mechanical ……………………. .8

Code Enforcement:
• NOV for the week………………..20
• Parking tickets for the week….. .03
• Complaints…………………….....11
• Civil Citations …………………... 01
• Water Citations ……………….. ..00
• NTA ………………………….. ….00
• Tow …………………………... …00

FIRE - RESCUE DEPARTMENT:

INCIDENT TYPE INCIDENT COUNT AVERAGE RESPONSE TIME **
FIRE 1 00:06:01
EMERGENCY MEDICAL 185 00:05:05
RUPTURE OR EXPLOSION 0
HAZARDOUS CONDITION 3
SERVICE CALL 15
GOOD INTENT 25
FALSE CALL 15
OTHER 0
TOTAL 244
**Incident Summary data is early raw data.

Fire Prevention Activity
Annual Inspections - 49
Annual Re-inspections - 4
Inspection Requests - 3
Building Permit Inspections - 7
Building Permit Plan Reviews - 4
2/22 - Fire prevention software webinar
2/23 - Site meeting for new construction at Parkway Middle
2/23 - SET Meeting

Lauderhill Grants

One of the ongoing programs Lauderhill continually works at is securing grants. Funds can come from the county, state, federal or other governmental or private organization. Every grant obtained helps the city provide the services demanded, and reduces Lauderhill's costs to operate. In many cases it can provide direct assistance to Lauderhill residents and businesses.

Recently, Lauderhill has received the following grants of note:

1) NSP Neighborhood Stabilization Program $4,293,288
To purchase and repair properties that have gone into foreclosure

2) CBDG Stimulus $219,266
Part of which has gone to create the International Trade Incubator Program to create jobs

3) Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant $595,200
Part has been used to give out 10,000 free CFL bulbs, $70,000 to provide interest free loans for residents to purchase energy efficient appliances (starting in April), and the rest to pay for the energy efficient applications at the new Lauderhill Performing Arts Center and Library (making it into a LEED Gold building).

4) COPS Hiring Grant $1,283,085
To pay for the hiring of 5 new police officers for 3 years.

5) Broward County Enhancement Grant Bus Shelters $502,126
To build new bus shelters throughout Lauderhill. Funds obtained through the Broward MPO.

6) John E. Mullin Park "Green" Enhancement Grant $75,000

7) Old City Hall (47th Ave.) "Green Enhancement Grant $75,000

8) Broward Beautiful $150,000
Sunrise Blvd. Median Improvements.

9) Broward County Bus Stop ADA Compliance $47,016

10) JAG Justice Formula Grant $264,217

11) 11th Place Enhancement $676,935
Broward Regional Park

Grants recently applied for, but no decision has been announced yet:

1) Urban Forestry Stimulus Grant $24,000

2) AFG Fire Fighter Hiring Grant $668,932

Additional Grants to be applied for:

1) National Endowment of the Arts "Mayor's Initiative" $250,000
Only cities who are a member of the US Conference of Mayors, and whose Mayor has attended the USCM Mayor's Institute on City Design, can apply. Lauderhill qualifies. Funds, if obtained, would be applied to the Arts and Entertainment District being created off 441.

2) Water SIP for toilet rebate/voucher Grant Program $50,000
If obtained, residents would be able to get a free new water saving toilet.

3) Transportation Enhancement $750,000
Award through the MPO process.

4) Broadband Technology $15,000,000

Notes of Special CRA, Special Commission Meeting and Special Workshop of March 22

On March 22, the City Commission met the following items were discussed (all items were passed unanimously unless otherwise provided):

CRA MEETING:

1. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-02: APPROVING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE LAUDERHILL STATE ROAD 7 CORRIDOR INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT AND FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CENTRAL LAUDERHILL INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH BROWARD COUNTY; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENTS.


SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING:

1. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-67: APPROVING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE LAUDERHILL STATE ROAD 7 CORRIDOR INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT AND FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CENTRAL LAUDERHILL INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH BROWARD COUNTY; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENTS.

2. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-66: APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF $5,200.00 OF UNUSED FUNDS FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 001-101-4910 OF COMMISSIONER HOLNESS'S UNUSED TRAVEL FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR AS A DONATION TO THE “TO HAITI WITH LOVE” CULTURAL FUNDRAISING CONCERT TO AIDE THE VICTIMS OF THE EARTHQUAKE IN HAITI(REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR DALE V.C. HOLNESS). The item was substituted with the following action: A Substitute Motion by Commissioner Benson to add $5000 from the special promotions account and provide free police and EMS service ($7000 value). The Commission had already authorized the loan of $9300 to the event. Commission Bates requested a amendment to the Substitute Motion to remove the free police and EMS service, which failed (Bates and Kaplan voting yes, Benson, Berger and Holness voting no). The Substitute Motion passed 4-1 with Commissioner Bates voting no. It was reported that at this time the expenses of the event are $48000, and so far only (not including the city whose total value is $26,500) has been $10000. It is expected that 2000 tickets to be sold. The primary purpose of this event is a fund raiser for Haiti, however numerous other social organizations will be present.


SPECIAL WORKSHOP:

1. ELECTRONIC BILLBOARD AT INVERRARY COUNTRY CLUB (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA). Terms had not been concluded, so the matter was withdrawn from discussion.

2. WEST WIND PARK (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA). Design plans were deemed acceptable to the Commission. The proposed building will use the same footprint and renovate the present facilities. The conference room will be designed for potential neighborhood meetings. Cost at approximately $300,000.

3. LOCATION OF BARS/RESTAURANTS AND THE REQUIRED SETBACKS AND SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS FROM SCHOOLS (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA). Discussion on issues relating to state and city laws to resolve conflicts and address potential roadblocks in using designated corridors as intended. Staff will proceed forward to draft proposals.

4. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS AND NOTICES -

a. City Manager provided a memo on a proposed purchase for the Lauderhill Housing Authority. Item was not for discussion, only notification. Any Commissioner having a question is directed to meet with the City Manager as desired.

b. An announcement was given that the city is planning to start the Interest Free Revolving Loans for Energy Appliances on April 5, if matters proceed as planned.

Lauderhill PD Makes Arrest at Swap Shop

The Crime Suppression Unit of Lauderhill Police Department conducted a joint investigation with the Ft. Lauderdale Police Department at the Lauderhill Swap Shop located at 3295 W. Sunrise Blvd., Lauderhill, Florida.

After an extensive eight month joint investigation, eleven vendors were identified as being involved in an ongoing scheme, which involved the purchase and sale of stolen items.

The independent vendors at the Swap Shop would knowingly purchase stolen goods at below wholesale prices and would then sell them at retail prices to consumers, making a huge profit.

Victims of several vehicle and residential burglaries were able to identify some of their stolen items at the Swap Shop. This is what prompted the investigation.

The Organized Retail Crime Unit of several store retailers to include: CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, Publix and Target partnered with the Police Department to assist with the investigation. Undercover officers used some of their store items to sell to these vendors. Vendors would occasionally request certain retail items to sell at their booths.

Out of the eleven vendors involved, nine have been physically taken into custody. Two of the vendors have spoken to police and have agreed to turn themselves in.

The types of items involved were: electronics, consumer goods to include health related products.

Three of the vendors are being charged with dealing in stolen property, grand theft and racketeering. The other vendors are being charged with dealing in stolen property and grand theft.

The vendors arrested so far in this scheme are:

James Santos
Ashton Kissoon
Joseph Gearhart
Jalal Sadeghi
Cebonneur Jean
Willy Metayer
Ervez Victor
Samuel Ramos
Ruben Salome, Jr.

The Lauderhill Police Department along with the Ft. Lauderdale Police Department served warrants to the vendors who were at the Swap Shop and took those present into custody. The Broward Sheriff’s Office assisted in locating one of the vendors who lived in Coconut Creek, Florida.

All of the items from the vendors’ booths were seized.

AASHTO Top Ten Transportation Topics for 2010

1) Adopting a long-term transportation funding bill. The current legislation that establishes funding levels and policy priorities for highways and transit expired on September 30, 2009. Since then, there have been four extensions – the most current being a short-term surface transportation authorization that will allow state departments of transportation to continue to use federal funds for highway, transit, and other projects until Feb. 28. Stop-gap extensions create difficulties for state departments of transportation since they cannot make long-term plans and commitments for more ambitious projects. In addition, without action by the Congress by March 1, state DOTs will lose $12 billion in 2010 for their highway programs. State DOTs need program continuity and stability through an extension of at least a year to adequately plan, execute and manage transportation capital programs.

2) Adopting a New Jobs Creation bill. The Senate is expected to begin debate on a jobs creation bill in mid-January. The House bill, Jobs for Main Street Act, contains several important transportation provisions including an extension of surface transportation authorization through Sept. 30, 2010. Funding would include $27.5 billion for highways and $8.4 billion for mass transit; Amtrak would receive $800 million while airports would get $500 million and shipyards $100 million. States have identified more than 9,500 ready-to-go projects that can fund projects quickly and put people to work. A jobs bill will enable states to build on last year's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) projects and keep the momentum going.

3) Deterring Distracted Driving. Nearly 6,000 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes involving some form of driver distraction during 2008. Nineteen states and the District of Columbia prohibit drivers from text messaging while driving; 12 of those laws passed in 2009. Florida and Kentucky have already pre-filed texting ban bills for the 2010 legislative session, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. President Obama has banned texting by federal government employees while on official business or using government property and AASHTO has passed a resolution encouraging employers and state departments of transportation to enact similar bans. The year ahead will offer more public information campaigns and driver education, more sanctions and additional research to determine the extent of the problem, whether hands-free devices are an effective solution, and whether effective enforcement strategies can be developed and/or implemented. See https://webmail.lauderhill-fl.gov/owa/redir.aspx?C=7aa4d67d0478421fab8f6cc04607b855&URL=http%3a%2f%2fsafety.transportation.org for information.

4) Ensuring Safer Roads. In Spring 2010, AASHTO will publish the Highway Safety Manual. This manual will assist highway agencies as they consider improvements to existing roadways or as they are planning, designing, or constructing new roadways. AASHTO is working with the Federal Highway Administration and the Transportation Research Board to develop training, information sessions and other implementation tools that will be made available to states and others in the highway industry. AASHTO's goal: cut today's 38,000 highway fatalities 50 percent in 20 years.

5) Moving on High-Speed Rail Grants. Early in 2010, a new era in U.S. intercity passenger rail service will be launched with the announcement of $8 billion in ARRA grants for state projects to initiate or improve high-speed and intercity passenger rail service. Later in the year an additional $2.5 billion will be awarded through the State Capital Grants Program of the Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act to carry out President Obama's strategy for passenger rail. http://www.aashtojournal.org/Pages/110609transit.aspx

6) Taking Action to Address Climate Change. With autos and light-duty trucks contributing approximately 17 percent of the greenhouse gases (GHG) in the United States, state and local governments are developing climate change action plans and looking at the best ways to reduce emissions through technology, research, smarter travel, better cars and fuels, and improved efficiency and operation of our roads. In the year ahead, Congress will address this issue in both climate change and transportation authorization legislation. AASHTO's Climate Change Steering Committee is working to provide technical expertise and assistance to state DOTs to reduce GHG emissions. http://realsolutions.transportation.org/Pages/default.aspx

7) Responding to Increased Congestion Due to Capacity Issues. In 2008, high gas prices drove thousands of commuters from their cars and onto buses, subways and other transit options. As gas prices moderated, however, many of these riders went back to their vehicles. In fact, despite the economic downturn, 64 of the 100 most populated cities saw increased congestion in the first six months of 2009. This congestion will only continue to worsen as more people move to metropolitan areas and little is done to increase the capacity of the overall transportation system. In early 2010, AASHTO will issue a new report that outlines a four-point plan to address the urban mobility challenge. Other reports on the transportation needs of rural and underserved areas as well as freight will follow.

8) Adopting Social Media to Provide the Latest Traffic and Travel Information. Eighty percent of state departments of transportation are now using Twitter as well as an array of other "social media" to release information on traffic incidents, road closings, weather emergencies and other transportation-related information. Thousands of travelers have signed up to use this service. In Mississippi, Twitter sites have been set up to guide drivers through hurricane evacuations. Other media being accessed by states to educate their publics include Facebook, weekly news webchannels, podcasts and RSS feeds to spread their message. States are encouraging the use of these media "before they go" to avoid distracted driving.

9) Enhancing Safety through Roadway Improvements. On two-lane rural roads and major highways, rumble strips are now being installed to warn drivers when their vehicles start to leave the travel lane. On divided highways, cable median barriers are being installed to prevent fatal crashes in which vehicles run off the road into the median and cross over into oncoming traffic. With more than half of the highway fatalities occurring on rural roads, highway agencies are focusing on installing these types of lower-cost treatments to reduce these crashes. As additional studies are performed to demonstrate the effectiveness of these treatments, they will be installed on more roads across the country.

10) Creating more livable communities. The Administration has made livable communities a key aspect of their agenda. In June of 2009, EPA, HUD and USDOT entered into a Sustainable Communities Partnership to help improve access to affordable housing, provide more transportation options, and lower transportation costs while protecting the environment in communities nationwide. Efforts by state DOTs in the coming year will include building transportation enhancement projects such as bikeways, pedestrian walkways, historic restoration and beautification projects; improving metropolitan mobility; ensuring more transit services are available in rural areas and to serve aging populations; and adding capacity to our transportation network to reduce congestion and the amount of time commuters, truckers and other drivers are stuck in traffic and so have more time with their families.

AASHTO is the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials. These Officials include the Florida Department of Transportation.

Broward MPO Introduces BiKE Broward: An Innovative Way to Plan Your Trip

BiKE Broward is an innovative Internet-based bicycle route planning tool that allows bicyclists to enter their start and end locations and receive turn-by-turn directions on how to reach their destination.

BiKE Broward includes five types of route selections users can choose from, including short, fast, least interaction with traffic, simple and scenic. When planning your trip you can also include multiple travel points along your designated route.

The concept for BiKE Broward began in March 2008 and is funded by the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (Broward MPO); it is also a joint effort by Florida International University Geographic Information System (GIS) Center, and the University of Florida’s GeoMatics Program at the Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center.

To view the Web site visit http://bike.browardmpo.org.

Notes of the CRA and Commission Meeting of March 8

On March 8, the City Commission met for a CRA and Regular Commission Meeting. The following are matters of interest covered at those meetings (all votes are unanimous unless otherwise stated):

CRA MEETING:

1) RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS AT ARTS CENTER

Cost estimates are $26,800 for 8 priority items. Motion passed to approve expenditure.

2) STATE ROAD 7 SMART CODE ZONING

Form Based Zoning presentation and discussion. The one decided to proceed with is "SmartCode." Before presenting to Commission and CRA, it was tested on 3 properties to see how it would work. Total value of the 3 properties is $10 million. Creates different types of T zones. Shows potential developers how the property can be developed into a variety of options. For now, it is only proposed for State Road 7, however Miami has done it city-wide. It is intended to waive site plan fees during this development phase of the new code.

3) INTERNATIONAL INCUBATOR

Matters are proceeding forward. We have prospective tenants.

4) NEW BUSINESS

a) We are looking at extending the interest free period since matters have not progressed as original plan.

b) After discussion, the consensus was to provide the remaining funds in the Sister City as a loan for the Haitian Relief effort program for March 28. There is something less than $10,000 in the account. This was the original request of Commission Holness, who is Chairing the event.



REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:


PRESENTATION:

Chief Pachnek gave a presentation to the City Commission of an arrest the Lauderhill Police Department was involved in investigating. The person was illegally taking title to property in foreclosure. Plantation Police made the arrest, and the arrested person has been charged with mulitple counts of Grand Theft.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-111: AMENDING SIGN REQUIREMENTS TO CLARIFY IT APPLIES TO RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY; TO CLARIFY THAT PERMANENT PORTABLE SIGNS ARE PROHIBITED; TO CLARIFY THAT ONLY ONE PERMIT IS ALLOWED PER PERIOD; TO CLARIFY IT APPLIES TO INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED WINDOW SIGNS.

2. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-113: IMPOSING A NINE (9) MONTH MORATORIUM ON PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC USES WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL; APPLYING TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUSINESS TAX CERTIFICATES FOR MEDICAL OFFICE PERMITTED USES WHICH WOULD INCLUDE PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC USES; APPLYING TO CLINIC SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES WHICH WOULD INCLUDE PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC USES.

3. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-110: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 8, ELECTIONS, SECTION 8-6, RESIGNING FROM OFFICE TO RUN FOR ANOTHER; VACANCIES ON CITY COMMISSION; CREATING A PROCEDURE FOR FILLING A VACANCY IN CANDIDACY AS REQUIRED BY FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 166.031 (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).

4. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-114: IMPOSING A ONE (1) YEAR MORATORIUM ON DYNAMIC DISPLAY SIGNS; APPLYING TO THE PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS AND REQUEST FOR BUILDING PERMITS RELATING TO LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SCHEDULE I, SIGN REQUIREMENTS, SECTION 15.0, DYNAMIC DISPLAYS AND ALL RELATED PROVISIONS.

4A. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-110: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 8, ELECTIONS, SECTION 8-6, RESIGNING FROM OFFICE TO RUN FOR ANOTHER; VACANCIES ON CITY COMMISSION. (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN)


RESOLUTIONS

ADMINISTRATION

5. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-51: APPROVING THE INTERLOCAL OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK; RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 10R-01-04 APPROVED ON FEBRUARY 8, 2010. Passed 4-0-1, Commissioner Benson abstaining to avoid a potential conflict of interest disclosed.

5A. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-64: OPPOSING THE LOCAL BILL PROPOSING TO CREATE THE BROWARD INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT.


COMMISSION

6. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-53: RECOGNIZING AND CONGRATULATING HENRIETTA ABRAMS FOR HER GENEROSITY IN DONATING AN AMBULANCE TO THE AMERICA FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM TO ASSIST WITH EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSE IN ISRAEL.

7. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-57: APPOINTING THREE (3) BOARD MEMBERS AND ONE (1) ALTERNATE (Estella J. Hadley, Barbara E. Robinson, Janet J. Rooks, and vacant (alt)) BY THE CITY COMMISSION AS A WHOLE TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE. Anyone interested in serving on this committee or any other board/committee, please submit your resume to the City Clerk.


FINANCE

8. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-59: APPROVING NUMEROUS 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 $1,109,275.00 PURSUANT TO THE REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACTS FROM THE GRANT ALLOCATION BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD).


PLANNING AND REDEVELOPMENT

9. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-60: SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED MODIFIED BOUNDARY CHANGE OF THE BROWARD COUNTY/FORT LAUDERDALE ENTERPRISE ZONE TO BE EXPANDED TO INCLUDE, INTER ALIA, ALL OF THE AREAS OF THE STATE ROAD 7 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY PART OF THE ENTERPRISE ZONE (THE AREA WEST OF STATE ROAD 7.

10. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-61: APPROVING THE PREFERRED LIST OF 15 VENDORS TO PROVIDE LOT CLEARING AND MOWING SERVICES TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS.


DEES

11. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-63: APPROVING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF ADA ACCESSIBLE BUS STOPS; PROVIDING THAT BROWARD COUNTY WILL REIMBURSE THE CITY UP TO $59,150.38. BROWARD COUNTY FUNDING IS COMING THROUGH THE MPO FROM THE FEDERAL STIMULUS FUNDS.


POLICE

12. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-03-62: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000.00 TO BE UTILIZED TO FUND ADDITIONAL POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING COSTS DURING FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110-683-9936.

Broward County Community Action Agency to Provide Electric Bill Payments and Space Heaters

CONTACT: Pat West, Director Family Success Administration
PHONE: 954-357-6367

The Broward County Community Action Agency, which is administered through the Broward County Family Success Administration Division of the Human Services Department, received approval from the State Department of Community Affairs to institute an effort to lessen the impact that this uncharacteristically cold winter season has had on low-income families.

To assist these qualified families, the Community Action Agency is using the flexibility offered by the State to provide additional electric bill payments and also make available space heaters as needed and requested. Eligible participants must meet Federal Income Guidelines, which are 150 percent of the poverty level.

This will allow the client to choose what is best for them, a space heater, a payment on their electric bill, or both, as long as the total cost does not exceed $600. Any household meeting these priority criteria will be seen on a first come, first served basis, as long as the funding remains available. Priority households which have been disconnected will be given an even greater priority to expedite their completed applications to have their power restored within 24 hours.

Residents who have a critical need should call the Community Action Agency at 954-497-1350 or visit www.broward.org/family and click COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY.

American College Cricket Tournament Comes to Lauderhill - 2010

The American College Cricket Spring Break Tournament schedule has been announced for 2010. Teams representing 19 colleges, plus the University of West Indies and the USA under 19 team will be playing the the Central Regional Park in Lauderhill from March 17 through 21. Forty-seven games will be played, and the semi-finals and finals will be broadcasted live on the web.

This is the second year for the tournament, and has greatly increased in the number of participating colleges. The 19 college teams playing are the U of Miami, U of Southern California, U of Minnesota, New York University, Rutgers University, U of Pennsylvania, Boston University, U of South Florida, York College, George Mason University, Auburn University, Ohio State University, U of St. Cloud, U of Maryland - Baltimore, George Washington University, York University, Thunderbird School, and last years winner, Montgomery College.

For more information, including the schedule, go to:
http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=8091.

Notes of the Special Workshop and Regular Commission Meeting of February 22

On February 22, the City Commission met for a Special Workshop and Regular Commission Meeting. The following are some notes of interest (all votes are unanimous unless otherwise indicated):

SPECIAL WORKSHOP:

1. AUDIT PRESENTATION - As of 9/30/09, the city had a Unreserved Fund Balance of $6,215,673 (about 12%), and a Total Fund Balance of $7,563,845 (about 15%). City policy is to have a minimum of 10%, so we exceed it. The Fund Balance was a decrease from 2008 to 2009 of 12.3% and 3.5%, respectively, due to settlement of one time union contracts and employee buy outs (which will be beneficial in subsequent years). Additionally, a new Reserve Account for Natural Disaster was created with $500,000 moved from Unreserved Fund Balance. Subsequently $1,000,000 has been assigned to the Lauderhill Housing Authority for start up.



To date we have raised 51.56% of the revenues, and expended 48.10% in the General Fund. However, it is being projected no increase for this year for the Fund Balance. Of the 19 financial indicators for this year shows 8 indicators with an upward trend, 4 downward, with 6 inconclusive. Downward trends were all related to cash balances, and the City knew that would happen. It relates to the spending down of the GO Bond, which was expected. The Overall Rating is Favorable.

2. PRESENTATION/DISCUSSION OF LAUDERHILL HOUSING AUTHORITY - was already discussed at the Retreat.


REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:

PROCLAMATION:

A. Black History Month with plaques to members of the MLK Task Force.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-110: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 8, ELECTIONS, SECTION 8-6, RESIGNING FROM OFFICE TO RUN FOR ANOTHER; VACANCIES ON CITY COMMISSION; CREATING A PROCEDURE FOR FILLING A VACANCY IN CANDIDACY AS REQUIRED BY FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 166.031(6); PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). Not ready to present to Commission at this time. Withdrawn to the next Commission Meeting.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

2. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-106: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; AMENDING SCHEDULE M, MINIMUM HOUSING QUALITY STANDARDS, TO PROVIDE REFERENCES FOR SPECIAL MASTER HEARINGS AND TO REVISE ENFORCEMENT AND PRACTICAL PROCEDURES RELATIVE TO VIOLATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS: SECTION 1.1, DEFINITIONS; SECTION 1.7, ENFORCEMENT; SECTION, 1.8, INSPECTIONS; SECTION 1.9 REQUEST FOR HEARING; SECTION 1.10, HEARING ON NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS; SECTION 1.11, UNCONTESTED NOTICE OF VIOLATION; SECTION 1.12, FINAL ORDERS, SECTION 1.13, EMERGENCY ORDERS, AND 1.14, ACTION TAKEN UPON NONCOMPLIANCE WITH FINAL ORDER.

3. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-107: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; REPEALING SCHEDULE P., DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES IN ITS ENTIRETY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION.

4. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-108: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; CREATING A NEW SCHEDULE P., DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES; CREATING THE FOLLOWING: SECTION 1., INTRODUCTION; SEC. 2., GENERAL DESIGN STANDARDS; SEC. 3., ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS; SEC. 4., STREET LEVEL STANDARDS; SEC. 5., LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION STANDARDS; SEC. 6., SIGNAGE AND GRAPHICS STANDARDS; SEC. 7., SITE FURNISHING STANDARDS; SEC. 8., LIGHTING STANDARDS; SEC. 9., ROAD AND PARKING DESIGN STANDARDS; APPENDIX A, DEFINITIONS; AND APPENDIX B., COLOR PALETTE.

5. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-02-109: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S CURRENT INVESTMENT POLICY TO EXPAND ITS ABILITY TO INVEST IN REAL ESTATE FROM $60,000.00 TO $4,000,000.00.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- THIRD READING:

6. ORDINANCE NO. 10O-01-105: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL GRANTING AUTHORITY TO THE CITY MANAGER TO WAIVE ANNUAL BUSINESS TAX FEES ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS IN CASES OF DEMONSTRATING A PERMITTED HARDSHIP TO LAUDERHILL BUSINESSES; PROVIDING THAT THE CITY MANAGER SHALL PROVIDE A WRITTEN REPORT, INCLUDING ANY SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS, TO THE CITY COMMISSION WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS OF GRANTING HARDSHIP RELIEF TO A LAUDERHILL BUSINESS; PROVIDING THAT THE TWO PERMITTED HARDSHIPS ARE: PROLONGED CONSTRUCTION NEAR THE BUSINESS OR A NATURAL DISASTER.


RESOLUTIONS

COMMISSION

7. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-02-46: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, CONGRATULATING PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA ON HIS AWARD OF THE NOBEL PEACE PRIZE FOR 2009; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).

8. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-02-47: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL SUPPORTING THE LIVABILITY GRANT APPLICATION FILED BY THE BROWARD COUNTY TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT FOR GREEN FLEET EXPANSION, TRANSIT ACCESSIBILITY, BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN ENHANCEMENTS, BUS SHELTER UPGRADES AND LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS TO BROWARD BOULEVARD; PROVING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).


POLICE

9. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-02-48: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND 2500 INVERRARY CLUB APARTMENTS, LLC FOR LOCAL TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE AREA KNOWN AS THE 2500 INVERRARY CLUB APARTMENTS.

10. RESOLUTION NO. 10R-02-49: A RESOLUTION WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS; APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF 2009 JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) FUNDS AND CURRENT OPERATING BUDGET FUNDS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $70,000.00 TO PURCHASE PRIN TRAK AUTOMATED FINGERPRINT IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AFIS) FROM THE SOLE SOURCE SUPPLIER MORPHO TRAK SAFRAN GROUP.


NEW BUSINESS

A. CANCELLED MARCH 15, 2010 COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING, SINCE THERE WILL NOT BE A QUORUM.

B. CANCELLED MARCH 29, 2010 COMMISSION MEETING, WHICH IS THE FIRST NIGHT OF PASSOVER.