Sunday, December 25, 2011
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Notes of the Commission Meeting of December 12
On December 12, the City Commission met, and the following are notes of interest from that meeting (all voting items passed unaminously unless otherwise indicated):
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-12-180: TO AUTHORIZE BUILDING OFFICIALS TO ISSUE UNIFORM CODE CITATIONS FOR BUILDING VIOLATIONS
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-12-182: REDEMPTION TO PROVIDE FOR RECOVERY OF ANIMAL PICKUP FEE.
RESOLUTIONS:
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-262: APPROVING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT TO ADA ENGINEERING, INC. FROM THE APPROVED LIST OF CONSULTING FIRMS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $170,164.00 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CONSTRUCTION PLANS AND DESIGNS OF THE “EWP-CANALS 26, 28 AND 29 BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT” TO INCLUDE SLOPE STABILIZATION, DREDGING, BACK-FILLING, BANK PROTECTION, SEAWALLS, STONE/CONCRETE RIP/RAP, GEO-FORMS, CHANNEL SECTION DESIGNS, AND OTHER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MISCELLANEOUS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT;
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF SAID AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 450-925-6319.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-269: APPROVING THE AMENDMENT NUMBER ONE TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL REGARDING LANDSCAPE, HARDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS ON STATE ROAD 838 (SUNRISE BOULEVARD) PROVIDING FOR A ONE-YEAR TERM EXTENSION.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-263: AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT TO ACCEPT TWO “MEDICA MONITORING AND REHABILITATION” KITS FROM BROWARD COUNTY AS PART OF A MULTI-AGENCY BROWARD COUNTY EMS GRANT IN WHICH THE CITY OF SUNRISE ACTED AS THE LEAD AGENCY AT NO COST TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-264: APPROVING THE REQUEST TO WAIVE THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL BUILDING AND ENGINEERING PERMIT FEES, CONNECTION FEES, AND PROPERTY TAXES FOR A DEFINED TERM FOR THE CARIBBEAN FALLS DEVELOPMENT IN THE STATE ROAD 7 CRA DISTRICT.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-265: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO SPORTS ADVANCING KIDS EDUCATION (S.A.K.E.) TO SUPPORT DRUG TREATMENT, DRUG EDUCATION OR DRUG PREVENTION, CRIME PREVENTION, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD, OR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE GUIDELINES.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-270: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL MLK TASKFORCE 2012; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 120-683-9935.
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QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-266: RESCINDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION 11R-07-126; GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO PINEAPPLES CAFÉ, INC., SUBJECT TO AMENDED CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A RESTAURANT BAR AND BANQUET HALL WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS BONVALE PLAZA LOCATED AT 7529-7531 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-12-180: TO AUTHORIZE BUILDING OFFICIALS TO ISSUE UNIFORM CODE CITATIONS FOR BUILDING VIOLATIONS
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-12-182: REDEMPTION TO PROVIDE FOR RECOVERY OF ANIMAL PICKUP FEE.
RESOLUTIONS:
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-262: APPROVING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT TO ADA ENGINEERING, INC. FROM THE APPROVED LIST OF CONSULTING FIRMS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $170,164.00 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CONSTRUCTION PLANS AND DESIGNS OF THE “EWP-CANALS 26, 28 AND 29 BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT” TO INCLUDE SLOPE STABILIZATION, DREDGING, BACK-FILLING, BANK PROTECTION, SEAWALLS, STONE/CONCRETE RIP/RAP, GEO-FORMS, CHANNEL SECTION DESIGNS, AND OTHER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MISCELLANEOUS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT;
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF SAID AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 450-925-6319.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-269: APPROVING THE AMENDMENT NUMBER ONE TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL REGARDING LANDSCAPE, HARDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS ON STATE ROAD 838 (SUNRISE BOULEVARD) PROVIDING FOR A ONE-YEAR TERM EXTENSION.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-263: AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT TO ACCEPT TWO “MEDICA MONITORING AND REHABILITATION” KITS FROM BROWARD COUNTY AS PART OF A MULTI-AGENCY BROWARD COUNTY EMS GRANT IN WHICH THE CITY OF SUNRISE ACTED AS THE LEAD AGENCY AT NO COST TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-264: APPROVING THE REQUEST TO WAIVE THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL BUILDING AND ENGINEERING PERMIT FEES, CONNECTION FEES, AND PROPERTY TAXES FOR A DEFINED TERM FOR THE CARIBBEAN FALLS DEVELOPMENT IN THE STATE ROAD 7 CRA DISTRICT.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-265: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO SPORTS ADVANCING KIDS EDUCATION (S.A.K.E.) TO SUPPORT DRUG TREATMENT, DRUG EDUCATION OR DRUG PREVENTION, CRIME PREVENTION, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD, OR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE GUIDELINES.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-270: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL MLK TASKFORCE 2012; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 120-683-9935.
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-12-266: RESCINDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION 11R-07-126; GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO PINEAPPLES CAFÉ, INC., SUBJECT TO AMENDED CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A RESTAURANT BAR AND BANQUET HALL WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS BONVALE PLAZA LOCATED AT 7529-7531 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Another Success for Broward MPO: $540,000 FTA Grant Awarded
For the second time in less than a month the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (Broward MPO) secures a Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant. This grant is part of a South Florida Veterans Transportation and Community Living Initiative.
Broward will upgrade the 2-1-1 telephone and website system to serve as the one-call/one-click center. This project will bring transportation resources into the system that also houses employment, housing food and counseling services information, and build a new Automatic Call Distribution and database system. The USDOT reported that the grant selection process was highly competitive, and FTA reviewed 70 eligible proposals representing $52 million in funding requests.
Since 1995, 2-1-1 Broward has been the community’s central point of entry into the health and human services system. Dialing 2-1-1 is an easy way for people who need help to get connected with the community service providers that can help them. For more information visit http://www.211-broward.org/.
Broward will upgrade the 2-1-1 telephone and website system to serve as the one-call/one-click center. This project will bring transportation resources into the system that also houses employment, housing food and counseling services information, and build a new Automatic Call Distribution and database system. The USDOT reported that the grant selection process was highly competitive, and FTA reviewed 70 eligible proposals representing $52 million in funding requests.
Since 1995, 2-1-1 Broward has been the community’s central point of entry into the health and human services system. Dialing 2-1-1 is an easy way for people who need help to get connected with the community service providers that can help them. For more information visit http://www.211-broward.org/.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
2011 State of the City Speech
During the month of December, Comcast will be broadcasting the State of the City Speech by Mayor Richard J. Kaplan.
The speech will be given on one of the public access channels, 12 or 78.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Notes of the Regular Commission Meeting of November 28
On November 28, the City Commission held its Regular Commission Meeting. The following are notes of interest from that meeting (all items passed unanimously unless otherwise indicated):
ELECTION:
A. ELECTION OF VICE MAYOR - Commissioner Hayward Benson, Jr.
RESOLUTIONS:
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-251: APPROVING THE PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR THE EMERGENCY WATERSHED PROTECTION PROGRAM AWARDING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL A $4,000,000.00 GRANT FOR CANAL BANK IMPROVEMENTS TO CANALS 29, 28, AND 26; APPROVING THE ASSURANCES FORM REQUIRED IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROJECT.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-255: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE LIST OF SOLE SOURCE VENDORS TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE OF SPECIALIZED DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (DEES) AND FIRE RESCUE EMERGENCY VEHICLES ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-256: AWARDING THE BID TO LCN GROUP, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $82,500.00 FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE PARK SOUTH CONDOMINIUM BUILDING 19 LOCATED AT 1590 N.W. 43RD AVENUE, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA; ACKNOWLEDGING THAT THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION WITH BE PAID FOR UTILIZING NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM FUNDING.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-257: APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LIMOUSINES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR COMMUNITY SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE PURSUANT TO RFP #2011-019; PROVIDING THAT THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TAKE EFFECT RETROACTIVELY COMMENCING AUGUST 11, 2011 AND END ON AUGUST 10, 2012 WITH TWO (2) ADDITIONAL OPTIONS TO RENEW FOR ONE (1) YEAR TERMS REMAINING; SUBSTITUTING THE EXHIBITS REGARDING THE NUMBER OF HOURS FOR THE BUS ROUTE.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-258: APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATED MAY 18, 2010 WITH 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); PROVIDING FOR THE TERM COMMENCING JUNE 1, 2011 AND ENDING AUGUST 31, 2012.
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6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-259: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO SUNSHINE GASOLINE, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR SERVICE STATION WITH CONVENIENCE STORE AND AUTOMATED CAR WASH IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE CHEVRON SERVICE STATION LOCATED AT 5585 N. UNIVERSITY DRIVE, LAUDERHILL.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-260: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO SUNSHINE GASOLINE, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR SERVICE STATION WITH CONVENIENCE STORE IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT KNOWN AS THE BP SERVICE STATION LOCATED AT 8790 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL.
SET ANNUAL RETREAT: - February 9, 2012, 9 am, at City Hall.
ELECTION:
A. ELECTION OF VICE MAYOR - Commissioner Hayward Benson, Jr.
RESOLUTIONS:
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-251: APPROVING THE PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR THE EMERGENCY WATERSHED PROTECTION PROGRAM AWARDING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL A $4,000,000.00 GRANT FOR CANAL BANK IMPROVEMENTS TO CANALS 29, 28, AND 26; APPROVING THE ASSURANCES FORM REQUIRED IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROJECT.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-255: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE LIST OF SOLE SOURCE VENDORS TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE OF SPECIALIZED DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (DEES) AND FIRE RESCUE EMERGENCY VEHICLES ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-256: AWARDING THE BID TO LCN GROUP, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $82,500.00 FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE PARK SOUTH CONDOMINIUM BUILDING 19 LOCATED AT 1590 N.W. 43RD AVENUE, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA; ACKNOWLEDGING THAT THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION WITH BE PAID FOR UTILIZING NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM FUNDING.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-257: APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LIMOUSINES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR COMMUNITY SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE PURSUANT TO RFP #2011-019; PROVIDING THAT THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TAKE EFFECT RETROACTIVELY COMMENCING AUGUST 11, 2011 AND END ON AUGUST 10, 2012 WITH TWO (2) ADDITIONAL OPTIONS TO RENEW FOR ONE (1) YEAR TERMS REMAINING; SUBSTITUTING THE EXHIBITS REGARDING THE NUMBER OF HOURS FOR THE BUS ROUTE.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-258: APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATED MAY 18, 2010 WITH 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); PROVIDING FOR THE TERM COMMENCING JUNE 1, 2011 AND ENDING AUGUST 31, 2012.
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QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-259: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO SUNSHINE GASOLINE, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR SERVICE STATION WITH CONVENIENCE STORE AND AUTOMATED CAR WASH IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE CHEVRON SERVICE STATION LOCATED AT 5585 N. UNIVERSITY DRIVE, LAUDERHILL.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-260: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO SUNSHINE GASOLINE, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR SERVICE STATION WITH CONVENIENCE STORE IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT KNOWN AS THE BP SERVICE STATION LOCATED AT 8790 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL.
SET ANNUAL RETREAT: - February 9, 2012, 9 am, at City Hall.
Friday, December 09, 2011
Holiday Donations Sought by Lauderhill
Message from the City of Lauderhill:
The Lauderhill Fire-Rescue, Police, and Parks and Leisure Services Departments have joined together to help our residents in need during the Holiday Season. We are currently collecting food and toys if you are interested in assisting those in need.
We are currently accepting new / unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items as well as cash donations. Checks can be made payable to "Lauderhill We Care Fund."
You may bring donations to any of our FIVE Locations:
Fire Station #57 FD Headquarters – (1980 NW 56 Avenue)
Fire Station #30 (1181 NW 41 Terrace) - next to the Sadkin Community Center
Fire Station #73 (7801 NW 50 Street) – In front of Veteran’s Park
Fire Station #110 (3120 NW 12 Place) - on NW 31st Avenue & NW 12th Place
Windermere Community Center (1818 NW 54 Terrace)
If you would like to donate and cannot make it to one of our drop off locations, please call Fire-Rescue Headquarters at (954) 730-2950, and we will make arrangements to have your donation picked up.
We wish all of you a safe and healthy holiday season.
The Lauderhill Fire-Rescue, Police, and Parks and Leisure Services Departments have joined together to help our residents in need during the Holiday Season. We are currently collecting food and toys if you are interested in assisting those in need.
We are currently accepting new / unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items as well as cash donations. Checks can be made payable to "Lauderhill We Care Fund."
You may bring donations to any of our FIVE Locations:
Fire Station #57 FD Headquarters – (1980 NW 56 Avenue)
Fire Station #30 (1181 NW 41 Terrace) - next to the Sadkin Community Center
Fire Station #73 (7801 NW 50 Street) – In front of Veteran’s Park
Fire Station #110 (3120 NW 12 Place) - on NW 31st Avenue & NW 12th Place
Windermere Community Center (1818 NW 54 Terrace)
If you would like to donate and cannot make it to one of our drop off locations, please call Fire-Rescue Headquarters at (954) 730-2950, and we will make arrangements to have your donation picked up.
We wish all of you a safe and healthy holiday season.
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Notes of Special Commission Meeting of November 21
On November 21, the Commission met in a Special Meeting to discuss the following item:
RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-250: TERMINATING THE SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES RELATIVE TO THE PERFORMING ARTS/CULTURAL CENTER AND THE LAUDERHILL MALL LIBRARY.
After almost 3 hours of discussion, the Commission, on a 5-0 vote, amended the Resolution to give until December 12 for D. Stephenson Construction, Inc. to cure the default by providing to the city the required bonds and proceed to begin construction. Otherwise, the contract will be terminated for cause, and a new Request will go out for Construction Contractors to apply for the job.
RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-250: TERMINATING THE SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES RELATIVE TO THE PERFORMING ARTS/CULTURAL CENTER AND THE LAUDERHILL MALL LIBRARY.
After almost 3 hours of discussion, the Commission, on a 5-0 vote, amended the Resolution to give until December 12 for D. Stephenson Construction, Inc. to cure the default by providing to the city the required bonds and proceed to begin construction. Otherwise, the contract will be terminated for cause, and a new Request will go out for Construction Contractors to apply for the job.
Saturday, December 03, 2011
City Recommended to get Community Shuttle Bus Grant
The South Florida Regional Transit Authority's Planning Technical Advisory Committee (PTAC) recommended to the Board that the City's grant application for $453,000 for FY 2012 be funded for $411,091. The grant will be used for maintaining and expanding the Lauderhill Community Shuttle Bus Program. Additional new service is expected into the Southeast side of the city where no service presently exists.
The SFRTA will take action on the PTAC recommendation at their next meeting, which is not scheduled but is anticipated to be in late November early December. If approved by the SFTRA, then it will go to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for final review of project eligibility.
City staff now will be working with the West Ken Lark, United, St. George and Broward Estates neighborhoods to finalize the routes and will be working on developing a marketing strategy and monitoring plan for the project.
The SFRTA will take action on the PTAC recommendation at their next meeting, which is not scheduled but is anticipated to be in late November early December. If approved by the SFTRA, then it will go to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for final review of project eligibility.
City staff now will be working with the West Ken Lark, United, St. George and Broward Estates neighborhoods to finalize the routes and will be working on developing a marketing strategy and monitoring plan for the project.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Mayor Kaplan Announces Candidacy for County Commission District 1
Mayor Richard J Kaplan announced that he has filed to run for the County Commission-District 1, as a Democrat in the upcoming 2012 elections.
The District is expected to include parts of Lauderhill, Sunrise, Tamarac and Plantation, and may include parts of North Lauderdale, Margate and/or Weston. Final district boundary lines are expected to be approved in the next few months.
In 1998, he was the youngest ever elected Mayor of the City of Lauderhill, Florida and has since been re-elected in 2002, 2006 and 2010 making him the longest serving Mayor in the city’s history, as well as the longest serving elected official (over 23 years).
Mayor Kaplan serves on numerous boards, often serving as Chair or President. Some of these boards include the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), the Florida MPOAC, AMPO, Southeast Florida Transportation Council (SEFTC), State of Florida Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) Steering Committee (2003 & 2009), State of Florida 2025 Long Range Planning Steering Committee (2005) that created the 2025 Florida Transportation Plan, US Conference of Mayors – Transportation and Communication Committee, National League of City - Transportation & Infrastructure Services Steering Committee.
He has developed an expertise in transportation matters as well as energy/environmental issues, and has successfully authored over 190 pieces of legislation in the City, particularly in the areas of energy, environmental and implementing government operation efficiencies.
Richard was born in Detroit, Michigan, and lived mostly in his hometown of Southfield, Michigan. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.G.S. degree, received a J.D. degree from Cleveland State University, and a LL.M.-Taxation from the University of Miami writing a Thesis analyzing State and Local Taxation with an examination of the potential of a VAT Tax.
He is also an attorney practicing in the areas of Estate Planning/Probate, Real Estate and Corporate/Business Law. He is married to Lynn for over 22 years, and has one son, Andrew, a senior attending the University of Michigan as a Communications Major.
Mayor Kaplan was awarded the first ever “Mayor of the Year” from the Florida League of Cities. Additionally he has received numerous other awards including the “Vision for the Future in Transportation Leadership” from the South Florida Commuter Services, “Outstanding Professional Achievement in Metropolitan Transportation Planning” from the Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AMPO), and the “Vision Award” from the Smart Growth Partnership.
You can following Richard's campaign on Facebook, and a web site is being developed.
Political advertisement paid for and approved by Richard J Kaplan, Democrat for County Commissioner District 1
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Notes of the Commission Meeting of November 14
On November 14, the Commission held a Regular Commission Meeting, and the following are notes of interest (all items passed unanimously unless otherwise indicated):
RESOLUTIONS:
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-239: APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR UNITOWN 2012.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-242: RETROACTIVELY EXTENDING THE DATE OF THE SITE PLAN APPROVAL FROM AUGUST 6TH, 2010 TO NOVEMBER 14TH, 2014 FOR A FIVE-STORY BUILDING CONSISTING OF 127 ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY UNITS ON THE VACANT LAND AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF INVERRARY BOULEVARD AND NW 44TH STREET.
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3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-243: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO JAAHL LAUDERHILL, LLC, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONVEYANCE OF VEHICULAR REPAIR SERVICE USES AT 7527 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA; PROVIDING THE EXISTING 6,192 SQUARE FEET, ONE-STORY BUILDING IS A LEGAL NON-CONFORMING STRUCTURE.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-231: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO MEDIX URGENT CARE CENTER, LLC, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW A ± 750 SQUARE FOOT CLINIC WITH LABORATORY SERVICES AT 2331 NORTH STATE ROAD 7, UNIT 102.
RESOLUTIONS:
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-239: APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR UNITOWN 2012.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-242: RETROACTIVELY EXTENDING THE DATE OF THE SITE PLAN APPROVAL FROM AUGUST 6TH, 2010 TO NOVEMBER 14TH, 2014 FOR A FIVE-STORY BUILDING CONSISTING OF 127 ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY UNITS ON THE VACANT LAND AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF INVERRARY BOULEVARD AND NW 44TH STREET.
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3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-11-243: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO JAAHL LAUDERHILL, LLC, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONVEYANCE OF VEHICULAR REPAIR SERVICE USES AT 7527 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA; PROVIDING THE EXISTING 6,192 SQUARE FEET, ONE-STORY BUILDING IS A LEGAL NON-CONFORMING STRUCTURE.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-231: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO MEDIX URGENT CARE CENTER, LLC, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW A ± 750 SQUARE FOOT CLINIC WITH LABORATORY SERVICES AT 2331 NORTH STATE ROAD 7, UNIT 102.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving to All
Thanksgiving is actually my favorite holiday of the year. It is one of the few holidays that anyone in America can celebrate. It is both nondenominational and nondiscriminatory. It is a joyous holiday to celebrate giving Thanks to what we have, and the promise of what we hope for. For those who are less fortunate, it is a time for helping and sharing.Surrounding the Thanks itself are some of the most enjoyable traditions of any holiday. Turkey, with stuffing, cranberries, sweet potatoes/yams, pumpkin pie, special parades, a few extra days off and football, just to name a few. Bringing this all together with family and friends. What could possibly make anyone more happy?
So when you sit down this year to your Thanksgiving Feast, stop a moment and think of what is truly important, and enjoy the moment knowing that what you have IS what is truly important.
On behalf of the City of Lauderhill, my family and myself, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving, and go Lions (I'm from Detroit, and this year we are winning).
Monday, November 21, 2011
Santa Delivery
Santa and his friends will be available to come to your home to drop off a special present for your children. That's right, Santa will visit your house. Santa brings gifts, smiles for pictures and videos, and can repeat a message that Mom or Dad might want their children to hear. PARENTS MUST PROVIDE ALL GIFTS THAT ARE DELIVERED!
Deliveries are limited to City of Lauderhill residents, and your child should be 2-10 years of age to participate.
THIS IS A FREE SERVICE.
Registration for this program begins via telephone only on Monday, November 28 and is taken on a first-call, first--served basis. Space is limited.
After the completion and confirmation of registration, parents are to wrap and clearly identify for whom the gift is intended, and drop it off at the Lauderhill Sports Park at 7500 W. Oakland Blvd., The DEADLINE for dropping off gifts is THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2011.
For more information or to register, please call 954-572-1478.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
New Flood Maps Coming Out
On November 15, new Flood Maps should be approved changing the way for many on who is required to have flood insurance.
Under the new proposed maps, many will no longer be in flood zones requiring the insurance, though it is recommended that you may want to still keep it.
To see about your property, as proposed, go to:
The directions are: type in the address in the box to the top right. Zoom a little bit closer to the house using the side bar on the left, then click on your house. A popup box will appear telling you whether you will be mandated to get flood insurance and the old versus the new flood map panel and elevation information.
Monday, November 14, 2011
The Broward Green Expo is Here
On November 18 and 19, the City of Lauderhill is presenting the Broward Green Expo at the Inverrary Hotel, 3801 Inverrary Blvd., Lauderhill. This free event is from 9 to 5 pm, and on the night of the 18th, Jazz Survivors will be performing at the amphitheatre next door at the Lieberman Botanical Gardens.
An exhibition hall with about 100 vendors, plus seminars of over 30 speakers, will present information on how to GO GREEN, for residents, business and government. Green jobs training, marketing, technology, and financing will be only a few of the subjects to be presented. Jessica Balsam from the US Department of Energy will be our keynote speaker.
This event is sponsored by numerous vendors, including SWS, DMS, Broward Minority Builders Coalition and Republic Service.
For more information please go to Broward Green Expo Web Site, or check it out on Facebook and Twitter.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Broward MPO secures a $1.5 million FTA Grant
The Broward MPO has been awarded a Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant to conduct a study (Alternatives Analysis) to explore enhanced bus and bus rapid transit alternatives on University Drive.
The study will focus on a 27-mile stretch of University Drive between Sample Road and Hallandale Beach Boulevard, which includes through the City of Lauderhill. This section of road has a mix of land uses but is primarily commercial, and includes a number of employment centers.
Providing more transportation choices would not only improve access to these employment centers but would also greatly enhance economic competitiveness of the cities that border this segment of University Drive.
The study will focus on a 27-mile stretch of University Drive between Sample Road and Hallandale Beach Boulevard, which includes through the City of Lauderhill. This section of road has a mix of land uses but is primarily commercial, and includes a number of employment centers.
Providing more transportation choices would not only improve access to these employment centers but would also greatly enhance economic competitiveness of the cities that border this segment of University Drive.
Monday, November 07, 2011
Friday, November 04, 2011
Notes of the Regular Commission Meeting of October 31
On October 31, the City Commission held its Regular Commission Meeting. The following of notes of interest (all items passed unanimously unless otherwise noted):
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-208: CREATING A HISTORICAL COMMISSION FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.
COMMISSION
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-213: OPTING TO FOREGO THE SALARY INCREASE IN THE CITY COMMISSIONERS’ SALARIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012; (REQUESTED BY CITY COMMISSION).
DEES
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-219: APPROVING THE LOCAL AGENCY PROGRAM AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE “PROMENADE ALONG 11TH PLACE ENDING AT STATE ROAD 7/U.S. 441” TO INCLUDE MINOR ROAD, SIDEWALK, LIGHTING, AND LANDSCAPING DESIGNS; PROVIDING FOR GRANT FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $678,405.00; RECOGNIZING THAT NO MATCHING FUNDS ARE REQUIRED FROM THE CITY.
FIRE
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-220: APPROVING THE REGIONAL INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BROWARD SHERIFF’S OFFICE COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY DIVISION AND CITY OF LAUDERHILL PROVIDING FOR COOPERATIVE PARTICIPATION IN A REGIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY INTRANET.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-221: AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE ADDENDUM TO EMS COUNTY GRANT FUNDING FOR PARTICIPATING AGENCY AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO ACCEPT SIX (6) AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR UNITS FROM BROWARD COUNTY AS PART OF A MULTI-AGENCY GRANT.
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-231: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO MEDIX URGENT CARE CENTER, LLC, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW A CLINIC WITH LABORATORY SERVICES AT 2331 NORTH STATE ROAD 7, UNIT 102. Tabled to next meeting.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-232: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO THE JAMAICA EX-POLICE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. (JEPASF), SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW A NON-PROFIT SOCIAL CLUB WITH INDOOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND ACCESSORY ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT OAKBROOK PLAZA, 7153 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD. Passes 4-1, Commissioner Benson against.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-233: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO FIRST COAST ENERGY, LLP #2830, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR SERVICE STATION WITH AUTOMATED CAR WASH AND CONVENIENCE STORE AT 7000 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-234: UPHOLDING THE DENIAL OF AN APPEAL OF THE CITY PLANNER’S DETERMINATION THAT A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE APPLICATION FILED BY THE APPLICANTS AND, WINSTON WHITE AND ALMA TAJAH WHITE, FOR A BANQUET HALL IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT CANNOT BE ACCEPTED FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS CONDOMINIUM UNITS I AND J, INVERRARY BOULEVARD PLAZA, A CONDOMINIUM, KNOWN AS 4506 AND 4508 INVERRARY BOULEVARD. Removed from Agenda.
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-208: CREATING A HISTORICAL COMMISSION FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.
COMMISSION
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-213: OPTING TO FOREGO THE SALARY INCREASE IN THE CITY COMMISSIONERS’ SALARIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012; (REQUESTED BY CITY COMMISSION).
DEES
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-219: APPROVING THE LOCAL AGENCY PROGRAM AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE “PROMENADE ALONG 11TH PLACE ENDING AT STATE ROAD 7/U.S. 441” TO INCLUDE MINOR ROAD, SIDEWALK, LIGHTING, AND LANDSCAPING DESIGNS; PROVIDING FOR GRANT FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $678,405.00; RECOGNIZING THAT NO MATCHING FUNDS ARE REQUIRED FROM THE CITY.
FIRE
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-220: APPROVING THE REGIONAL INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BROWARD SHERIFF’S OFFICE COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY DIVISION AND CITY OF LAUDERHILL PROVIDING FOR COOPERATIVE PARTICIPATION IN A REGIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY INTRANET.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-221: AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE ADDENDUM TO EMS COUNTY GRANT FUNDING FOR PARTICIPATING AGENCY AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO ACCEPT SIX (6) AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR UNITS FROM BROWARD COUNTY AS PART OF A MULTI-AGENCY GRANT.
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-231: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO MEDIX URGENT CARE CENTER, LLC, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW A CLINIC WITH LABORATORY SERVICES AT 2331 NORTH STATE ROAD 7, UNIT 102. Tabled to next meeting.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-232: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO THE JAMAICA EX-POLICE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. (JEPASF), SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW A NON-PROFIT SOCIAL CLUB WITH INDOOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND ACCESSORY ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT OAKBROOK PLAZA, 7153 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD. Passes 4-1, Commissioner Benson against.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-233: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO FIRST COAST ENERGY, LLP #2830, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR SERVICE STATION WITH AUTOMATED CAR WASH AND CONVENIENCE STORE AT 7000 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-10-234: UPHOLDING THE DENIAL OF AN APPEAL OF THE CITY PLANNER’S DETERMINATION THAT A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE APPLICATION FILED BY THE APPLICANTS AND, WINSTON WHITE AND ALMA TAJAH WHITE, FOR A BANQUET HALL IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT CANNOT BE ACCEPTED FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS CONDOMINIUM UNITS I AND J, INVERRARY BOULEVARD PLAZA, A CONDOMINIUM, KNOWN AS 4506 AND 4508 INVERRARY BOULEVARD. Removed from Agenda.
Tuesday, November 01, 2011
Broward League of Cities Offers Students Leadership and Scholarship Opportunities
With the start of the new school year, the Broward League of Cities is proud to announce two opportunities for students interested in public service, government and civic responsibility: the Student Ambassador program and the Scholarship for Government Studies.
Student Ambassador Program
The Student Ambassador program is open to high school juniors who plan to pursue a career in public administration, political science or other government-related field. Four students, representing each quadrant of the county, are selected for a two-year term, during which they attend Broward League of Cities general membership meetings, board of directors meetings and other functions pertaining to the operation of the Broward League. Under the tutelage of the League's Education Committee, students have the opportunity to meet with elected officials and learn the intricacies of governing at the municipal level.
In order to be eligible for the Student Ambassador program, students must be residents of Broward County and attend a Broward County public or charter school. Applications are due by Nov. 18 and can be found on the Broward League of Cities website at http://www.browardleague.org/.
Scholarship for Government Studies
The Broward League also offers scholarships to outstanding high school seniors who plan to attend a college or university to pursue a major in public administration, political science or other government-related field. The Scholarship for Government Studies awards $1,000 each to four students, one from each quadrant of the county in an effort to provide valuable financial support to the future leaders of Broward County.
In order to be eligible for the Scholarship for Government Studies, students must be residents of Broward County and attend a Broward County public or charter school. Applications are due by Feb. 10 and can be found on the Broward League of Cities website at http://www.browardleague.org/.
Fostering Our Community Leaders of Tomorrow
The Broward League of Cities recognizes the value of promoting excellence in education in our community. We encourage parents, educators and friends to urge students interested in public service to apply for these programs. Providing students with a strong foundation in government prepares strong leaders for generations to come.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Incentives Makes Water Conservation Easier
Water conservation is one of the City of Lauderhill’s top priorities and to help its residents to become their priority too the city became a participating member of the Broward Water Partnership’s Water Conservation and Incentives Program.
The Program, which kicked off Sept. 30, provides rebates and free water-conserving devices to qualifying City of Lauderhill residents. And, its community outreach and education component is designed to encourage year-round water conservation and help make conservation part of residents daily routine.
Together Lauderhill can reach its goal to save water, save money and the environment if residents take advantage of the incentives and rebates and encourage family, neighbors and friends to do so as well.
The Program
The city has created incentives for qualifying residents to make water conservation a way of life by providing rebates and free water-conserving devices. Funding and supplies are limited so don’t delay.
Rebates
Qualifying customers are encouraged to replace their current toilet if it uses more than 1.6 gallons of water per flush with a WaterSense®-approved, High-Eifficiency Toilet (HET). Rebates will be provided for up to $100, or the cost of the HET, whichever is less. Applicants must own their own home, condo or townhouse to participate. Other restrictions apply. Click here to learn more about qualifying and applying for a rebate.
Incentives
Lauderhill is also providing free, low-flow water faucet aerators and showerheads to qualifying residential customers. Residents must bring their old showerhead in order to receive a new showerhead; however, you do not need to bring their old aerators. Click here to learn more about the program including where to pick up your aerators and showerheads.
Business owners haven’t been overlooked. Lauderhill is also offering free, pre-rinse spray valves to qualifying commercial businesses. Click here for more information.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Tropical Storm Rina
Below is this morning’s weather update from the State Emergency Management Office regarding TS Rina’s forecast.
Summary:
More information on Tropical Storm Rina can be found at www.nhc.noaa.gov
Summary:
At 11pm ET Sunday, Tropical Depression #18 was upgraded to Tropical Storm Rina with winds of 40mph while located 210 miles south-southwest of Grand Cayman Island in the northwestern Caribbean Sea.
At 8am ET Monday, Tropical Storm Rina was located 135 miles north-northeast of the Nicaragua/Honduras border, which is also approximately 538 miles south of Key West, Florida.- Maximum sustained winds remain near 40 mph and slow strengthening is forecast over the next couple of days due to the influence of wind shear and dry air surrounding the storm.
Environmental conditions could become more favorable later this week and the official forecast has Rina becoming a hurricane by Friday.
Computer models have a wide range of possibilities in regards to the strength and track of Rina. About one-third of the computer models keep Rina a tropical storm through the next 5 days while another one-third has Rina reaching major hurricane status, leaving the remaining one-third (and many of the consensus models) at Category 1 & 2 intensity.
Rina is currently moving toward the north-northwest around 6 mph, but a west to west-northwest movement is forecast through the next 2-3 days as it is steered around the southern edge of a mid-level high pressure system over the U.S. Gulf Coast. However, a northward turn could occur later this week in response to an approaching frontal system moving over the eastern half of the U.S.
Steering currents and the strength and amplitude of the front will play a large role in the track of Tropical Storm Rina and computer models are in disagreement with the track of this storm. About half of the models take the storm westward and inland over Central America within the next day or so while others take the system more north and then northeastward into the Gulf of Mexico.
The computer models that move Rina northeast this weekend are those with a much stronger frontal system moving into the region this weekend. The more reliable computer models are currently forecasting a less progressive frontal passage.- It is still too early to tell if this system will directly impact Florida, but everyone is encouraged to continue to monitor this storm over the next several days.
More information on Tropical Storm Rina can be found at www.nhc.noaa.gov
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