Regular CRA and Commission Meeting Notes of October 26

On October 26, the City Commission met, and the following are notes of interest (all items passed (or table if specified) unanimously unless otherwise noted):

CRA MEETING:

1) ACT BOARD AND ARTS INCUBATOR - Presentation delayed to December

2) SIGN CODE REVISIONS - Executive Director sought additional imput on proceeding, particularily from code violations. Majority of Commission wanted to relax the laws though the Mayor expressed the concern of returning the problems with signage that occured back in the 70's and 80's. Consideration of a review board came up, and direction was to allow such matters to go to the P&Z Board.

3) CITY CENTER DRI AND SR 7 PROJECTS - DRI on City Center is coming to the City Commission in November, and matters are moving forward given the financial climate (which is slowing matters down).

4) DIRECTOR’S REPORT

A) RCP FUNDS - City got its $183,000 from the County. We are working to get a $5 M allocation for future use.


REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-10-151: AMENDING ORDINANCE 09O-09-141 TO CORRECT A SCRIVENER’S ERROR; CORRECTING THE VOTED DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE RATE FROM $.9782 TO $.9700 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000) TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE RATE AS PUBLISHED ON THE TRIM NOTICE AND THE FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET SUMMARY; PROVIDING ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN ORDINANCE 09O-09-141 TO REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.


I. PROCLAMATIONS:

A PROCLAMATION HONORING TATE’S COMICS FOR WINNING THE AWARD GIVEN BY COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL. (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA).


II. PRESENTATIONS:

A. PRESENTATION TO THE SPONSORS OF THE JR. SOUL BOWL.


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

2. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-10-152: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, INSURANCE AGAINST CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS AND CODE VIOLATIONS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY, DELETING REQUIREMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY.

3. Tabled to a Workshop - ORDINANCE NO. 09O-10-153: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SCHEDULE A, LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS, BY ADDING FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, SOCIAL SERVICES, AND UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS.

4. Tabled to a Workshop - ORDINANCE NO. 09O-10-154: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; AMENDING SCHEDULE B., PERMITTED AND SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES, SECTION B-2, USES PERMITTED IN NONRESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS, BY INCORPORATING NEW LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS AND TO AMEND THE LIST OF ALLOWABLE USES WITHIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL, GENERAL COMMERCIAL AND COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS.

5. Tabled to a Workshop - ORDINANCE NO. 09O-10-157: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, ARTICLE III., ZONING DISTRICTS, PART 3.0., BASE OR UNDERLYING ZONING DISTRICTS, SECTION 3.2., COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS; SUBSECTION 3.2.1., NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN) ZONING DISTRICT; AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3.2.1.A., PURPOSE AND INTENT TO ALLOW COMMUNITY FACILITY USES; AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3.2.1.B., PRINCIPAL USES AND STRUCTURES PERMITTED AND ALLOWING CHILD CARE, HOUSES OF RELIGIOUS WORSHIP AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS; AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3.2.1.D., SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES AND STRUCTURES ALLOWED BY REPEALING CHILD CARE USES AND ALLOWING CLINICS.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

NONE


RESOLUTIONS

ADMINISTRATION

6. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-230: APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND CONTINENTAL GARDENS OF MIAMI, INC. FOR LOCAL TRAFFIC CONTROL, CODE ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE AREA KNOWN AS OLIVE TREE APARTMENTS.

7. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-231: APPROVING THE SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA REGARDING THE ASSIGNMENTS AT LAUDERHILL MIDDLE AND PARKWAY MIDDLE; PROVIDING TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES.


COMMISSION

8. Passed 4-1, with Commissioner Berger voting against, RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-232: URGING THE MEMBERS OF THE UNITED STATES SENATE AND THE UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TO SUPPORT PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA’S GOALS OF MAKING HEALTH CARE MORE AFFORDABLE AND AVAILABLE TO ALL AMERICANS; FURTHER URGING INSURANCE COMPANIES, EMPLOYERS AND STATE GOVERNMENTS TO EMBRACE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CARE REFORM TO PROTECT AMERICAN FAMILIES (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).

9. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-235: SUPPORTING ELIMINATION OF THE CAP ON THE STATE AND LOCAL HOUSING TRUST FUNDS (HOUSING TRUST FUNDS) AND SUPPORTING FULL APPROPRIATION OF THE HOUSING TRUST FUNDS FOR HOUSING PROGRAMS (REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR HAYWARD J. BENSON, JR.)

10. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-236: APPROVING THE CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULE DATES CALENDAR PRESENTED BY CITY STAFF FOR THE 2010 FISCAL YEAR; ENABLING STAFF TO PROVIDE ADVANCED NOTICE AND PUBLICATION TO THE PUBLIC OF SUCH DATES.


DEES

11. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-237: APPROVING THE AWARD OF BID (#P2009-29) TO GLOBALTECH, INC IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,689,240.00 FOR THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE “WTP-DISINFECTION SYSTEM UPGRADE DESIGN/BUILD PROJECT”; ACKNOWLEDGING CREDITS TO OFFSET THE COST OF THE WALL CONSTRUCTION FROM THE STATE REVOLVING FUND (SRF) DRINKING WATER FACILITIES AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT STIMULUS FUNDS (ARRA) FOR THE DISINFECTION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S WATER TREATMENT PLANT; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT TO BE OFFSET BY $1,530,000.00 IN ARRA GRANT FUNDS AND UP TO $270,000.00 ADDITIONAL SRF LOAN FUNDS IF NEEDED.


FINANCE

12. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-239: APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2007-2010 LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN (LHAP) FOR THE STATE HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM (SHIP) TO DEFINE REPAYMENT PROVISIONS RELATIVE TO THE RECENTLY ADDED FLORIDA HOMEBUYER OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM.

13. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-240: APPROVING TD BANK, FOLLOWED BY BANKATLANTIC, BANK OF AMERICA AND SUNTRUST BANK (IN THAT ORDER) AS A QUALIFIED FIRM TO PROVIDE BANKING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.


PLANNING & ZONING

14. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-242: ACCEPTING THE QUIT CLAIM DEED FROM THE INVERRARY ASSOCIATION, INC., GRANTING ALL RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST TO THE PARCELS OF LAND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A” AND MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES LOCATED ON THE EAST AND WEST SIDES OF INVERRARY BOULEVARD TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.


POLICE

15. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-243: APPROVING THE DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $250.00 FROM THE FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR DISTRIBUTION BY COMMISSIONER DALE V.C. HOLNESS LAST YEAR TO FIRST TEE OF BROWARD COUNTY IN SUPPORT OF THEIR LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110-683-9936.

16. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-244: APPROVING THE DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $250.00 FROM THE FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR DISTRIBUTION BY COMMISSIONER DALE V.C. HOLNESS LAST YEAR TO THE KIWANIS CLUB OF LAUDERDALE LAKES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110-683-9936.

17. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-245: APPROVING THE DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500.00 FROM THE FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR DISTRIBUTION BY COMMISSIONER DALE V.C. HOLNESS LAST YEAR TO MATTODD & ASSOCIATES IN SUPPORT OF THE FAMILY LITERACY AND LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110-683-9936.

18. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-246: APPROVING THE DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $400.00 FROM THE FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR DISTRIBUTION BY COMMISSIONER DALE V.C. HOLNESS LAST YEAR TO THE URBAN LEAGUE OF BROWARD COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110-683-9936.

19. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-247: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,400.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE UNITED LAUDERHILL 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.

20. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-248: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF ABANDONED PROPERTY FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,495.00 TO REUPHOLSTER AND REPAIR 16 CHAIRS LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL POLICE DEPARTMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LOW QUOTE FROM OFFICE ELEMENTS, INC.


QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:

QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:

21. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-249: GRANTING TO MAIN AND MAIN DEVELOPMENT GROUP A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW A SINGLE DRIVE-THROUGH LANE IN CONJUNCTION WITH A FREESTANDING RESTAURANT BUILDING ON A ± 2.0 NET ACRE SITE IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED ON COMMERCIAL BLVD. NEXT TO CHICK-FIL-A.

The City of Lauderhill Honors America’s Heroes for Veterans Day!

Veterans Day is quickly approaching. Every year the City of Lauderhill proudly dedicates a special time when we honor America’s Heroes - Veterans!

This year we are going to honor Lauderhill’s Veterans in our brand new City Hall, located at 5581 W. Oakland Park Boulevard. On November 9, 2009, at 5:30 PM, we will have a Reception including light refreshments in the Multi Purpose Room for the Veterans and their families - as well as anyone who would like to join us. Immediately following the Reception at the regularly scheduled City Commission Meeting at 7:00 PM, the Mayor and City Commission will honor each of our City’s fine Veterans.

Please consider attending the Reception or the Commission meeting to honor our City’s Veterans. If you can attend the Reception, please call Janice at 954-730-3000, or email jwhite@lauderhill-fl.gov.

Jazz Picnic in the Park Performs this Sunday

Through a generous sponsorship from Florida Medical Center to cover the cost of the event, Mayor Richard Kaplan has arranged for the second season of Jazz Picnic in the Park to be held at the Ilene Lieberman Botanical Gardens on Inverrary Blvd. (next to the Inverrary Hotel).

The scheduled performer is for Sunday, November 8th:

Debbie Orta Jazz Quintet 10:30 to 2:30 PM
http://www.debbieorta.com/

Bring your blankets, chairs, and food. No BBQ or cooking is allowed. The Inverrary Hotel is expecting to sell food in the park to those that do not bring their own, and several of the artists will sell their CD’s. Parking will be at the Park, Inverrary Hotel, or you can park at the Corporate Park of Inverrary (across the street).

New City Hall Open for Business

Annual State of the City Address Given at Lauderhill Regional Chamber Breakfast

You are invited to attend

Lauderhill Regional
Chamber of Commerce
NETWORKING BREAKFAST MEETING

FRIDAY, November 6, 2009, 8:00am-9:30am

Networking: 7:45am-8:15am

Inverrary Hotel, 3501 Inverrary Blvd. Lauderhill, FL 33319

Presentation

State of the City Address

Keynote Speaker
Mayor Richard J. Kaplan

Special Door Prizes
RESERVE NOW!

RSVP: 954.318.6118 or email: info@lauderhillcc.com

Event Cost: Members $15 Non Members $25
Display Tables: Members $150. Non-Members $300

Space is limited so please call today to reserve your spot!

The State of the City Address will be televised and rebroadcasted on Comcast Cable.

Richard J. Kaplan was the youngest elected Mayor of the City of Lauderhill, Florida in 1998. He has since been re-elected in 2002 and 2006 making him the longest serving Mayor in the city's history, as well as the longest serving elected official (21 total years).

In 2004, Mayor Kaplan was the first to be granted the "Mayor of the Year" award from the Florida League of Cities.

New City Hall Opening

On November 2, the new City Hall on Oakland Park Blvd. will be open for business. The City Commission, Mayor, City Clerk, Administration, Finance, Business Center, and several other departments will be located there. Future Commission Meetings and Board Meetings will also be held in the new City Hall.

A Grand Opening is being planned for December 3 for the general public.

Lauderhill Arts Incubator Welcomes Artists from Brazil

Recently, several artists from our sister city in Brazil, Suzanno, came to Lauderhill with their art for a gallery viewing. The artists, Marcos Leandro, Pedro Neves, Policarpo Ribeiro, Andreia Sato, gathered at the opening with officials and members of the public.

The Arts Incubator is in Renaissance Plaza, at the corner of 19th Street and 55th Avenue, 954-554-4810. All art is available for purchase.

For more information you can see the Arts Office Web Site: http://www.theartsoffice.net/.

Lauderhill PD Gets Bulletproof Vest Grant

The Federal Bureau of Justice Assistance has awarded the Lauderhill Police Department the 2009 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant in the amount of $15,180.00. These funds are to purchase new bulletproof vests to replace those that are close to their expiration date

Notes of Special Commission Meeting on October 7

On on October 7, the City Commission met at a Special Commission Meeting. The Mayor had previously planned to be out of town before this meeting was scheduled, and therefore was not in attendance. The following items were discussed, and all items passed unanimously, unless noted:
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-10-151: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 09O-09-141 TO CORRECT A SCRIVENER’S ERROR; CORRECTING THE VOTED DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE RATE FROM $.9782 TO $.9700 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000) TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE RATE AS PUBLISHED ON THE TRIM NOTICE AND THE FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET SUMMARY; PROVIDING ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN ORDINANCE 09O-09-141 TO REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.


RESOLUTIONS

ADMINISTRATION

2. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-225: A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-200 TO CORRECT A SCRIVENER’S ERROR; CORRECTING THE VOTED DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE RATE FROM $.9782 TO $.9700 PER ONE THOUSAND ($1,000) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010 TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE RATE AS PUBLISHED ON THE TRIM NOTICE AND THE FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET SUMMARY; PROVIDING THAT ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN RESOLUTION 09R-09-200 WILL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT; PROVIDING FOR RETROACTIVE EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, CHARLES FARANDA).

3. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-228: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL ACCEPTING THE PETITION FROM 650 GULFSTREAM CHARTER, LLC FOR THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF THE DESIGNATED PARCEL OF LAND AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION AND SKETCH ATTACHED HERETO AS COMPOSITE EXHIBIT “B” LOCATED AT 3100 W. BROWARD BOULEVARD AND MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE VACANT PARCEL ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SUNRISE BOULEVARD AND N.W. 31st AVENUE INTO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL

FIRE

4. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-10-227: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT WITH MOTOROLA, INC. FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO EQUIPMENT ON THE BASIS THAT THEY ARE A SOLE SOURCE SUPPLIER FOR THE SERVICES FOR THIS SPECIFIC EQUIPMENT; PROVIDING FOR A TERM COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $42,129.00 TO BE SPLIT AMONG ALL DEPARTMENTS FROM BUDGET CODE FUND 4620.


QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:

QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:

5. Tabled RESOLUTION NO. 09R-05-117: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF DERBA ENTERPRISES, INC., SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A CONVENIENCE STORE ON AN APPROXIMATE ±2.13 ACRE SITE DESCRIBED AS TRACT “B”, SUNSHINE VILLAS 2nd ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 74, PAGE 2 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE KWIK PIC LOCATED WITHIN THE FORMER MISSION LAKE PLAZA (RENAISSANCE PLAZA) AND SITUATED AT 5440 N.W. 19th STREET, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.


QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, SECOND READING:

6. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-146: Granting to lm tic i, llc, lm tic ii, llc, lm tic iii, llc, lm tic iv, llc and lm ideal, llc, a development order for the lauderhill city center development of regional impact as requested in the application for development approval on a 46 acre site generally located on the west side of us. 441/sr-7/nw 40th avenue between nw 12th and nw 16th street; approving land uses and square footages, including 650,000 square feet of retail, 507,210 square feet of office and 2,500 dwelling units; approving the timing of development; approving a master development plan; providing for findings and conclusions; providing for conflicts.

Broward County Park Hours Change with New Fiscal Year and Budget

Effective October 1, 2009, Broward County regional parks, nature centers, and natural areas are closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays due to Fiscal Year 2010 budget reductions. The following four County parks, however, will continue to be open daily:

Central Broward Regional Park, 3700 N.W. 11th Place, Lauderhill; 954-321-1170
Markham Park, 16001 W. State Rd. 84, Sunrise; 954-389-2000
Topeekeegee Yugnee (T. Y.) Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood; 954-357-8811
Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek; 954-968-3880

Police Blotter - Drug Search Warrant

A court ordered drug search warrant was served yesterday afternoon by the SWAT team at 3491 NW 5 Place, where XXXXX XXXXXXX was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Cocaine and Possession of Cocaine within 1000 feet of a public school. Seized was 44.3 grams of Cocaine, scales and $1030.00 in cash.

Update on H1N1 Vaccine Orders

States began placing orders for vaccine with CDC on Wednesday, September 30. Vaccine ordered on Wednesday is expected to arrive at vaccination sites by Tuesday, October 6. Approximately 3 million doses of LAIV are currently available to order. A total of 6-7 million doses are expected to be available to order by the end of next week, and additional vaccine will be produced and available to order on a regular basis thereafter. During the first two weeks in October 2009, states will be able to place orders for 15 microgram pre-filled syringes licensed for use in children age 4 and older, multidose vials, as well as additional LAIV.

For the latest information on H1N1, please visit www.flu.gov.

Mayor Goals for the 2009 - 2010

Some of the Goals set for the upcoming fiscal year:

** Continuation of the Jazz Picnic in the Park Series

** Implementation of an energy program using the Federal Energy Block Grant Funds, including establishing the Interest Free Revolving Energy Loans to Residents

** Continue energy conservation and solar power applications throughout city, plus create jobs using this technology. This includes submitting a RFP to build a solar panel utility farm

** Encourage further federal funds to continue the Energy Block Grant to cities

** Move into New City Hall in November

** Continue to find ways to reduce costs

** Work on legislation to protect public from vacant property, and recover city funds expended in maintaining abandoned property.

** Create a "Home Decor" Program on University Drive and Commercial Blvd.

** Meet with HUD Officials to resolve LHA Section 8 voucher issues

** Work on expanding Mass Transit facilities in South Florida

Notes of the Commission Meeting of September 29

On September 29, the City Commission met and the following are notes of interest from those meetings. All items passed unanimously, unless otherwise noted:

A) WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-139: AN ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS ADOPTING THE FINAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 FOR THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AREA WHICH SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010.

B) SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING:

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- SECOND READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-135: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND RE-IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR THE COSTS AND FEES OF PROVIDING GARBAGE, REFUSE AND RECYCLING SERVICES ONLY TO THOSE ANNEXED AREAS WHO ARE SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC. REFERRED TO AS ST. GEORGE, WEST KEN LARK, BROWARD ESTATES, AND THE SWAP SHOP; DECLARING A GARBAGE ASSESSED COST FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; PROVIDING FOR REIMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR ALL RELATED COSTS AND FEES FOR THOSE AREAS SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC.; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS AND FEES FOR SERVICES; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS CHARGED BY THE SERVICE PROVIDER.

2. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-136: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, DECLARING A FIRE RESCUE ASSESSED COST FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; DECLARING THE FIRE RESCUE ASSESSED RATE STRUCTURE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; AUTHORIZING THE RE-IMPOSITION OF THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY, INCLUDING ALL ANNEXED AREAS, FOR THE COST OF PROVIDING FIRE RESCUE SERVICES; STATING A NEED FOR AN INCREASE IN THE LEVY TO COVER THE COSTS OF SUCH SERVICES; INCREASING THE RATE STRUCTURE.

3. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-137: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR THE COSTS AND FEES OF PROVIDING STORM WATER SERVICES ONLY TO THOSE ANNEXED AREAS WHO ARE SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC. REFERRED TO AS ST. GEORGE, WEST KEN LARK, BROWARD ESTATES, AND THE SWAP SHOP; DECLARING A STORM WATER ASSESSED COST FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; PROVIDING FOR IMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR ALL RELATED COSTS AND FEES FOR THOSE AREAS SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC.; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS AND FEES FOR SERVICES; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS CHARGED BY THE SERVICE PROVIDER.

4. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-138: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DESIGNATED AREA ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR COSTS AND EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OF THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; DECLARING A SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; PROVIDING FOR IMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR THE ACTUAL COSTS AND EXPENSES FOR THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DESIGNATED AREA; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS INCURRED NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR.

5. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-140: AN ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010, BASED ON THE BUDGET ESTIMATE OF EXPENDITURES AND REVENUES THAT EQUAL $105,005,902.00; ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010.

6. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-141: AN ORDINANCE SETTING AND ADOPTING THE 2009-2010 PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AT THE OPERATING MILLAGE RATE OF $5.9574 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000); SETTING AND ADOPTING THE 2009-2010 VOTED DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE AT A RATE OF $.9782 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00).

7. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-142: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION TO BALANCE THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS.

8. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-143: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 21, WATER AND SEWER SERVICE, ARTICLE IV, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES RULES, REGULATIONS, AND RATES; AMENDING SECTION 21-47, SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES, TO DECREASE THE STORMWATER MINIMUM CHARGES/AVAILABILITY RATES BY TWO PERCENT (2%) BASED ON ECONOMIES OF SCALE; PROVIDING FOR THE NEW DECREASED RATE STRUCTURE TO COMMENCE OCTOBER 1, 2009; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS.

9. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-144: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 21, WATER AND SEWER SERVICE, ARTICLE IV, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES RULES, REGULATIONS, AND RATES; AMENDING SECTION 21-47, SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES, TO INCREASE WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICE RATES BASED UPON A FEE STUDY PERFORMED BY BLACK & VEATCH, A THIRD PARTY CONSULTING FIRM, WITH SAID INCREASE NECESSARY TO COVER THE COSTS OF PROVIDING SAID SERVICES TO THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH FINANCIAL FORECASTS AND THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX; PROVIDING FOR THE NEW RATE STRUCTURE TO COMMENCE OCTOBER 1, 2009.

10. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-145: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 6, BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS, ARTICLE I, IN GENERAL, SECTION 6-10, ENUMERATION OF PERMIT FEES, REVISING PERMIT FEES, INSPECTION CHARGES AND RELATED SERVICES.

11. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-147: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS Article IV., development review requirements, Part 1.0., general application filing, review and final determination; adding section 1.10., developments of regional impact; adding section 1.11., master development plan.

12. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-148: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, RETIREMENT, PART 4, SENIOR MANAGEMENT PENSION PLAN AND TRUST FUND, SECTION 2-88.3 ADMINISTRATION OF THE RETIREMENT PLAN TO EXTEND THE TERMS OF OFFICE FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES TO BE FOUR (4) YEARS.

13. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-149: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, RETIREMENT, PART 4, SENIOR MANAGEMENT PENSION PLAN AND TRUST FUND; SECTION 2-88.15, DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PLAN; PERMITTING CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CHARTER OFFICIALS PARTICIPATING IN DROP TO WORK BEYOND THE FIVE YEAR DROP PERIOD.


RESOLUTIONS

COMMISSION

14. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-223: A RESOLUTION THANKING CONGRESS FOR SUPPORTING THE FEDERAL ENERGY BLOCK GRANT DIRECTLY TO CITIES; REQUESTING THAT CONGRESS CONTINUE TO FUND THIS PROGRAM TO ENABLE CITIES TO CONTINUE TO IMPLEMENT ENERGY EFFICIENT MEASURES; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).


FINANCE

15. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-208: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT FOR VARIOUS PROPERTIES FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (NSP); AUTHORIZING PURCHASES OF PROPERTIES IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,187,700 PURSUANT TO THE REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACTS FROM THE GRANT ALLOCATION BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD), HOWEVER, REQUIRING COMMISSION FINAL APPROVAL FOR SALE AND OTHER CONDITIONS TO BE PLACED INTO ALL CONTRACTS.


POLICE

16. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-224: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $367,105.00 TO BE UTILIZED TO FUND ADDITIONAL POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING COSTS AND OVERTIME COSTS DURING FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010.

Notes of Regular City Commission Workshop of September 21

On September 21, the City Commission met and the following items of interest were discussed:

1. DISCUSSION OF STATE ROAD 7/U.S.441 COLLABORATIVE SUPPORT FOR TRANSIT-FOCUSED VISION AND DIRECTION (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN) - A request from the State Road 7 Collaborative to have the city pass a resolution of support for transit-focused vision and direction of the Broward County MPO 2035 LRTP. Consensus was to move ahead on a Resolution of support

2. DISCUSSION OF HONEST SERVICES LAW (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN) - Presentation was given by City Attorney, which primarily dealt with fraud, bribes and self-dealing, which is already a violation of state law. It was requested for the City Attorney to advise the Commission further when new case law or situation come forward to help define how a violation under Federal Law can occur.

3. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED CHANGES TO SIGN ORDINANCE (REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR HAYWARD J. BENSON, JR.) - Discussion on Digital Signs, banners, flags, landscaping improvements, special promotions, and window signs.

4. MAINTENANCE OF 64TH AVENUE (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER HOWARD BERGER) - withdrew by requester.

5. REVIEW OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROJECTS (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER CHARLES FARANDA) - Of the $35 million, about $8 million left ($5.7 million for the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center leaving $2.3 million). There is an additional $5 million for the new Southeast area of the city. Future funding is for:

a) John E. Mullin Community Center (4000 sq. ft.) with pool and meeting rooms, at the site of the old city hall. In John E. Mullin Park. Projected completion in December 2010. $1.3 to $1.5 million.
b) Sadkin Center interior renovations. Expected completion in December 2010. The first contractor walked off the job when they submitted unapproved change orders. The second contractor is being selected and should be starting soon. $900,000.00
c) Privacy Walls on Pine Island and the construction company has been selected. $300,000 by the city, and $200,000 from the county. Expected completion by the end of the year.
d) Original City Hall on 47th Avenue. Contains meeting rooms and office space (2500-3000 square feet). A small facility for small events, and intended to be the City's Museum. Outdoor will have a small amphitheatre, playground and park. Will go out on bid for construction in by the end of September. $1.8 million, includes land purchase.
e) Jackie Gleason Park public facility. Nearly completed.
f) Westwind Park - 6000 sq. ft., including meeting rooms, exercise room, activity room. The facility will be used for after school care. Includes lighting, re-sealing surfaces, new turf, and fencing. Expected to be completed December 2010 at $1.5 to 2.2 million.
g) Broward Estates Park - a Community Center with multi-purpose meeting rooms, kitchen facility, boxing ring, and outdoor park and play area. At a cost of $1.5 - 1.7 million for 5800 sq. ft. In conceptual stage. Completion hoped to be in 2011.
h) West Ken Lark Nature Park - along 31st Avenue. Will be a passive park, heavily landscaped, at $500,000-$800,000 projected for 2011.
i) West Ken Lark Park - Installing a track and football field. Some facilities will be moved within the premises to accommodate the new amenities. Approx. $2.2 million to be completed in 2011-2012.
j) St. George Community Center and Park - expansion of Community Center to include another smaller 440 sq. ft. meeting room and expanded recreational facility. Approx. $900,000 from the city and $400,000 from the county, completion in 2011-2012.

Since there remains only about $2.3 million from the GO Bond issue, and there shows about $6.2 million in projects, some may be carried into a 5 year capital improvement program, or be modified to better meet our budget ability. The same applies to the new SE area where there is $5 million available and about $5.6 million in projects. Several capital projects have already been committed, so decisions will have to be made on uncommitted improvements.

6. COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA ITEMS AND BACKUP MATERIALS (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER CHARLES FARANDA). Discussion on automation of this process with a reduction of paper generated. Consensus was to move in that direction, though Commissioner Berger still wanted paper and could print out the package. The City Manager will consult with Commissioners Holness and Bates on their opinion and proceed accordingly since this is an Administrative decision.

7. EVALUATION OF CITY MANAGER (REQUESTED BY CITY COMMISSION). Average score 4.3. Request was made that at next Annual Retreat, that each Charter officer go through the evaluation and recommend to the Commission modifications to the evaluation form to better reflect the tasks of their department.

8. EVALUATION OF CITY ATTORNEY (REQUESTED BY CITY COMMISSION). Average score 4.5

9. EVALUATION OF CITY CLERK (REQUESTED BY CITY COMMISSION). Average 4.7

New Broward County Bus Fares Effective October 1, 2009

Broward County Transit (BCT) will increase the cost of bus fares and passes October 1, 2009.

A regular one-way fare will increase from $1.25 to $1.50, an all-day pass goes from $3.00 to $3.50, a 7-day pass from $12.00 to $13.00 and a 31-day adult pass from $46.00 to $52.00. Reduced rates are available for youth, seniors, disabled and Medicare. The 31-day College Student pass increases from $23.00 to $26.00.

New passes will be available for sale on October 1, 2009, at the Broward Central Terminal (downtown Fort Lauderdale), and most Broward County libraries. Current passes will continue to work through their expiration dates. For more information, please call BCT customer service center at 954-357-8400 (TTY 954-357-8302) or visit www.broward.org/bct and click on FARES AND PASSES.

DOOR HANGERS WILL HELP SAVE LIVES - Inverrary Association Distributes 10,000 HELP/OK Hangers to Residents

Lauderhill, Florida – “We want to be ready this time when a storm hits our area”, said Joel Leshinsky, president of the Inverrary Association. Leshinsky is referring to the last storm that “skirted” the South Florida area. “There were thousands of Inverrary residents in over thirty-one condominium and homeowner associations (18,000 people) that couldn’t communicate and ask for help. We weren’t sure if they were home, needed medical aid or even water. So we teamed up with Chief Ed Curran of the Lauderhill Fire Department and developed these laminated waterproof eleven inch door hangers that anyone can spot from the ground.

One side is a bright red with the word HELP with basic instructions including the 911 number. The reverse side is a royal green with the letters OK, with instructions that residents should follow before a storm. “I applaud the Inverrary Association for being pro-active when it comes to helping save lives.” said Chief Ed Curran.”

The Inverrary Association along with the Lauderhill Fire Department urges all residents to get to know their neighbors and put together an emergency plan. “The number one thing residents can do is talk to their next door neighbor and figure out who gets a hold of whom after the all clear is sounded.” said Curran.

By placing this “Emergency Hanger” on the door knob, in the window, on a catwalk railing or back patio doors, emergency crews and most importantly neighbors will be able to spot it and get the help that their neighbors need.

Call Joel Leshinsky, President of the Inverrary Association, at 954-295-4464, for more information.

Boys to Men Program Series at Lauderhill Mall Branch Library

The Lauderhill Mall Library, 4257 N.W. 12 St., Lauderhill, will present a program series called Boys to Men every Monday night beginning September 14 at 6 p.m. The program is for young men ages 13 -25 and will provide them the opportunity to meet adults in the community who have achieved major goals.

Some of the topics they will discuss include self-image, character, communication, school success, jobs, gangs, drugs and the music industry. This free program is sponsored by the MOSAIC grant from the School Board of Broward County through the Broward Public Library Foundation. For additional information call 954-791-1000.

Some County Commissioners Do Not Support Lauderhill Appointment

Over the last two years the City of Lauderhill has been working to increase the size of the Broward County Tourism Board. The purpose was part of the plan through the Board to help develop international and national sporting events in the new Central Regional Park. The reason the multi-purpose stadium was built in the first place. However, being a County Park, the County has been unsuccessful in promoting activities on their own, and the stadium remains mostly empty. It is felt that the appointment from Lauderhill could help promote more at the Park and in Central Broward County as a whole.

Due to Lauderhill's effort, this last legislative season the Legislature approved the increase in the board by two, one slot specifically for a representative from an area that has a county regional park capable of hosting national and international sporting events. This is the description that Lauderhill put forward with the intent and understanding that a representative from Lauderhill would be appointed by the County Commission. The analysis done by researchers for the State Legislature said the language was an apparent reference to Lauderhill.

Instead of following the clear intent of the legislation, the Legislature, and the efforts of the City of Lauderhill, some County Commissioners have gone out of their way to prevent Lauderhill from not getting the appointment. Strangely, it is acknowledged the City of Lauderhill is the reason they have the ability to make the appointments in the first place. Besides the name put forth by the Lauderhill Commission, Commissioner Hayward Benson, County Commissioners have also put forth Mayor Peter Bober of Hollywood and Pembroke Pines City Commissioner Angelo Castillo.

The decision by the County Commission will shortly be made, and attention should be directed to any County Commissioners who do not support the efforts of their cities. Their actions demonstrate their respect or lack thereof to Lauderhill.

NOTES OF USCM LOBBY DAY AND MEETING WITH HUD ON SEPT. 15-16, 2009

On Sept. 15, Mayor Richard J Kaplan flew to DC to meet with other Mayors on the Energy Bill coming up in the Senate, and to try to resolve an ongoing issue Lauderhill is having with the Miami HUD office.

Mayor Frank Ortis of Pembroke Pines joined Mayor Kaplan, and met with Senator Nelson and his staff, along with USCM staff on these issues. Subsequently, Mayor Ortis and Kaplan joined several other Mayors from around the country to meet with Senator Lugar, Kerry, Stabenow, and Begich on the Energy Bill. In all cases, specific reference was on extending the Federal Energy Block Grant to cities and provide further funding in the following years.

On Sept. 16, Mayor Kaplan and Lauderhill's Federal Lobbyist met with HUD officials running the Office of Public Housing and Voucher Program. Information was presented to them about the situation Lauderhill is facing. From this meeting several planned follow ups are expected, including contacting the Miami HUD office to explain why Lauderhill's Housing Authority is not controlling its vouchers yet. This requirement is mandated by federal law and regulation, absent a state law to the contrary. HUD officials assured they would follow up and investigate the matter.

Later in the day the Mayor and city lobbyist met with the staff of Congressman Hastings office and Congresswoman Wasserman-Schultz, to ask they also be kept in the loop and request updates on the matter discussed with HUD.

Finally, a meeting took place with Senator LeMieux and staff, which also included USCM staff over both the Energy bill and the HUD situation.

Notes of the Commission Meeting, CRA and other Board Meetings of September 14

On September 14, the City Commission held numerous meetings besides its regular CRA and Commission Meeting. That is because of the annual budget process. The following are notes from those meetings. All items voted upon were unanimously approved, unless otherwise stated:

CRA MEETING:

1. RESOLUTION APPROVING FY 2010 CRA BUDGET

RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-01: APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $1,179.858.00.

2. SIGN ORDINANCE PROPOSED REVISIONS. First presentation given showing the direction of the proposals. Staff requested input as to going forward. ON LED Display Street signs, several Commissioners supported, the Mayor did not. On window signs, landscaping around sign, and other matters, the Commission had consensus. Requests for draft legislation was requested for the next Commission Workshop on the 21st.

3. SET MEETING FOR OCTOBER 26, 2009

4. CANCEL NOVEMBER 9, 2009 MEETING

5. DIRECTOR’S REPORT

a) ACT BOARD AND INCUBATOR

b) NEW BUSINESS


WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING:

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-139: ADOPTING THE FINAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 FOR THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AREA WHICH SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010.

2. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-197: ADOPTING THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT PLAN.

3. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-198: ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 FOR THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AREA WHICH SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010.

NEW BUSINESS

DESIGNATION OF W. EARL HALL, ESQ. AS REGISTERED AGENT FOR SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.


SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR FIRE RESCUE FEES PUBLIC HEARING:

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-136: DECLARING A FIRE RESCUE ASSESSED COST FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; DECLARING THE FIRE RESCUE ASSESSED RATE STRUCTURE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; AUTHORIZING THE RE-IMPOSITION OF THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY, INCLUDING ALL ANNEXED AREAS, FOR THE COST OF PROVIDING FIRE RESCUE SERVICES; STATING A NEED FOR AN INCREASE IN THE LEVY TO COVER THE COSTS OF SUCH SERVICES; INCREASING THE RATE STRUCTURE; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS ORDINANCE.

2. RESOLUTION 09R-09-164: DECLARING A FIRE RESCUE ASSESSED COST FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; DECLARING THE FIRE RESCUE ASSESSED RATE STRUCTURE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; AUTHORIZING THE RE-IMPOSITION OF THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY, INCLUDING ALL ANNEXED AREAS, FOR THE COST OF PROVIDING FIRE RESCUE SERVICES; INCREASING THE RATE STRUCTURE TO COVER THE COST OF PROVIDING SUCH SERVICES; CERTIFYING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL; PROVIDING THE METHOD OF BILLING AND COLLECTION; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF HEARING; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION.


GARBAGE, REFUSE & RECYCLING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PUBLIC HEARING:

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-135: ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND RE-IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR THE COSTS AND FEES OF PROVIDING GARBAGE, REFUSE AND RECYCLING SERVICES ONLY TO THOSE ANNEXED AREAS WHO ARE SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC. FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS ST. GEORGE, WEST KEN LARK, BROWARD ESTATES, AND THE SWAP SHOP; DECLARING A GARBAGE ASSESSED COST FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; PROVIDING FOR REIMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR ALL RELATED COSTS AND FEES FOR THOSE AREAS SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC.; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS AND FEES FOR SERVICES; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS CHARGED BY THE SERVICE PROVIDER; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS ORDINANCE.

2. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-163: ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND RE-IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR THE COSTS AND FEES OF PROVIDING GARBAGE, REFUSE AND RECYCLING SERVICES ONLY TO THOSE ANNEXED AREAS WHO ARE SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC. FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS ST. GEORGE, WEST KEN LARK, BROWARD ESTATES, AND THE SWAP SHOP; CERTIFYING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL; PROVIDING FOR REIMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR ALL RELATED COSTS AND FEES FOR THOSE AREAS SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC.; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS AND FEES FOR SERVICES; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS CHARGED BY THE SERVICE PROVIDER; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION.


STORM WATER ASSESSMENT PUBLIC HEARING:

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- FIRST READING:

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-137: ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR THE COSTS AND FEES OF PROVIDING STORM WATER SERVICES ONLY TO THOSE ANNEXED AREAS WHO ARE SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC. FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS ST. GEORGE, WEST KEN LARK, BROWARD ESTATES, AND THE SWAP SHOP; DECLARING A STORM WATER ASSESSED COST FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; PROVIDING FOR IMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR ALL RELATED COSTS AND FEES FOR THOSE AREAS SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC.; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS AND FEES FOR SERVICES; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS CHARGED BY THE SERVICE PROVIDER; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS ORDINANCE.

2. RESOLUTION 09R-09-165: ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR THE COSTS AND FEES OF PROVIDING STORM WATER SERVICES ONLY TO THOSE ANNEXED AREAS WHO ARE SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC. FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS ST. GEORGE, WEST KEN LARK, BROWARD ESTATES, AND THE SWAP SHOP; CERTIFYING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL; PROVIDING FOR IMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR ALL RELATED COSTS AND FEES FOR THOSE AREAS SERVICED BY ALL SERVICE REFUSE, INC.; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS AND FEES FOR SERVICES; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS CHARGED BY THE SERVICE PROVIDER; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION.


SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT PUBLIC HEARING:

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- FIRST READING: (AS ADVERTISED IN THE SUN-SENTINEL

1. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09- 138: ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DESIGNATED AREA ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR COSTS AND EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OF THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; DECLARING A SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010; PROVIDING FOR IMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR THE ACTUAL COSTS AND EXPENSES FOR THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DESIGNATED AREA; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS INCURRED NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS ORDINANCE.

2. RESOLUTION 09R-09-166: ADOPTING, APPROVING, CERTIFYING AND IMPOSING THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DESIGNATED AREA ON THE ANNUAL TAX BILL FOR COSTS AND EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OF THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; CERTIFYING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL; PROVIDING FOR IMPOSITION OF ANNUAL BILLING ON THE TAX BILL FOR THE ACTUAL COSTS AND EXPENSES FOR THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DESIGNATED AREA; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; ALLOWING FOR INCREASES EQUIVALENT TO THE ACTUAL COSTS INCURRED NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION.


REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:

PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:

1. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-199: ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010, BASED ON THE BUDGET ESTIMATE OF EXPENDITURES AND REVENUES THAT EQUAL $105,005,902.00; APPROVING THE TENTATIVE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

2. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-200: ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AT THE PROPOSED OPERATING MILLAGE RATE OF $5.9574 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLAR ($1,000) ASSESSMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010; ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE VOTED DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE AT A RATE OF $.9782 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLAR ($1,000) ASSESSMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

3. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-140: MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010, BASED ON THE BUDGET ESTIMATE OF EXPENDITURES AND REVENUES THAT EQUAL $105,005.902.00; ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

4. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-141: SETTING AND ADOPTING THE 2009-2010 PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AT THE OPERATING MILLAGE RATE OF $5.9574 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000); SETTING AND ADOPTING THE 2009-2010 VOTED DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE AT A RATE OF $.9782 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000); PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

5. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-201: APPROVING THE TENTATIVE BUDGET AS APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.


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

6. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-142: APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION TO BALANCE THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

7. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-143: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 21, WATER AND SEWER SERVICE, ARTICLE IV, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES RULES, REGULATIONS, AND RATES; AMENDING SECTION 21-47, SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES, TO DECREASE THE STORMWATER MINIMUM CHARGES/AVAILABILITY RATES BY TWO PERCENT (2%) BASED ON ECONOMIES OF SCALE; PROVIDING FOR THE NEW DECREASED RATE STRUCTURE TO COMMENCE OCTOBER 1, 2009; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE .

8. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-144: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 21, WATER AND SEWER SERVICE, ARTICLE IV, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES RULES, REGULATIONS, AND RATES; AMENDING SECTION 21-47, SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES, TO INCREASE WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICE RATES BASED UPON A FEE STUDY PERFORMED BY BLACK & VEATCH, A THIRD PARTY CONSULTING FIRM, WITH SAID INCREASE NECESSARY TO COVER THE COSTS OF PROVIDING SAID SERVICES TO THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH FINANCIAL FORECASTS AND THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX; PROVIDING FOR THE NEW RATE STRUCTURE TO COMMENCE OCTOBER 1, 2009; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.

9. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-145: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 6, BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS, ARTICLE I, IN GENERAL, SECTION 6-10, ENUMERATION OF PERMIT FEES, REVISING PERMIT FEES, INSPECTION CHARGES AND RELATED SERVICES.

10. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-147: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS ARTICLE IV., DEVELOPMENT REVIEW REQUIREMENTS, PART 1.0., GENERAL APPLICATION FILING, REVIEW AND FINAL DETERMINATION; ADDING SECTION 1.10., DEVELOPMENTS OF REGIONAL IMPACT; ADDING SECTION 1.11., MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION.

11. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-148: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, RETIREMENT, PART 4, SENIOR MANAGEMENT PENSION PLAN AND TRUST FUND, SECTION 2-88.3 ADMINISTRATION OF THE RETIREMENT PLAN TO EXTEND THE TERMS OF OFFICE FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES TO BE FOUR (4) YEARS.

12. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-149: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, RETIREMENT, PART 4, SENIOR MANAGEMENT PENSION PLAN AND TRUST FUND; SECTION 2-88.15, DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PLAN; PERMITTING CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CHARTER OFFICIALS PARTICIPATING IN DROP TO WORK BEYOND THE FIVE YEAR DROP PERIOD.


ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- THIRD READING:

13. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-07-129: AMENDING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, RETIREMENT, PART 3, POLICE PENSION PLAN AND TRUST FUND, TO CREATE A SECOND TIER FOR NEWLY HIRED POLICE OFFICERS; AMENDING SECTION 2-75, DEFINITIONS, TO DEFINE THE NEWLY CREATED TIERS AND TO DEFINE EARNABLE COMPENSATION FOR TIER TWO MEMBERS; AMENDING SECTION 2-79, SERVICE RETIREMENT BENEFIT, TO REQUIRE TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF SERVICE FOR NORMAL RETIREMENT ELIGIBILITY OR THE ATTAINMENT OF AGE 55 AND 10 YEARS OF SERVICE UNDER TIER TWO; AMENDING SECTION 2-79 TO PROVIDE FOR 3% MULTIPLIER FOR A MAXIMUM BENEFIT OF 75% UNDER TIER TWO, AND ALLOWING TIER TWO MEMBERS TO PURCHASE AN INCREASE IN THEIR MULTIPLIER; AMENDING SECTION 2-80, BUY-BACK FOR MILITARY OR PRIOR POLICE SERVICE, TO ALLOW MEMBERS UP TO 10 YEARS TO PAY FOR THE PURCHASE OF CREDITED SERVICE WITH AN 8% INTEREST RATE; AMENDING SECTION 2-82, VESTING AND TERMINATION, TO PROVIDE FOR A SEVEN YEAR VESTING PERIOD UNDER TIER TWO; AMENDING SECTION 2-87.2, COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT, TO PROVIDE THAT THE COLA ONLY APPLIES TO TIER ONE.


RESOLUTIONS

ADMINISTRATION

14. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-202: RANKING D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, KAUFMANN LYNN, AND MOSS & ASSOCIATES, IN THAT ORDER, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK TO PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN THE SCOPE OF WORK FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS/CULTURAL CENTER AND THE LAUDERHILL MALL LIBRARY; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SELECTED FIRM TO SERVE AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK; PROVIDING THAT FUNDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE OF THE PERFORMING ARTS/CULTURAL CENTER WILL COME FROM THE JOINT FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND BROWARD COUNTY AND GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDS.


COMMISSION

15. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-203: APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF JAMES TULLIS TO SERVE AS SECOND ALTERNATE MEMBER OF THE RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AS SELECTED BY THE BOARD FOR A TWO (2) YEAR TERM.

16. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-204: APPOINTING Gertrude Wolder by Commissioner Berger, and ARNOLD SELDIN and DOROTHY RICH by the Commission as a whole. Selection of an Alternate is seeking Applicants.

17. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-205: RE-APPOINTING LINDA C. FAICHNEY TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES FOR A TWO (2) YEAR TERM; APPOINTING (SEEKING APPLICANTS) BY COMMISSIONER DALE V.C. HOLNESS TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD FOR A TWO (2) YEAR TERM.


DEES

18. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-206: ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE BILL OF SALE AND SEVERAL UTILITY AND ACCESS EASEMENT DEDICATIONS FROM NICO DEVELOPMENT, INC. FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6600 W. COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS CHILDREN’S SERVICES, LOTS 27 AND 28 OF COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD SHOPPES NO. 2.

19. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-207: ACCEPTING NUMEROUS LIMITED ACCESS AGREEMENTS FROM OWNERS GRANTING PERPETUAL NON-EXCLUSIVE INGRESS AND EGRESS TO ENABLE THE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF A CONCRETE WALL ALONG PINE ISLAND ROAD BETWEEN N.W. 44TH STREET AND N.W. 52nd STREET.


FINANCE

20. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-209: APPROVING THE STATE HOUSING INITIATIVES PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010.

21. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-210: RELATING TO THE STATE REVOLVING FUND PROGRAM RELATIVE TO THE DISINFECTION OF THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT (DW06070); AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION; AUTHORIZING THE AGREEMENT; ESTABLISHING PLEDGED REVENUES; DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES; PROVIDING ASSURANCES.


PALS

22. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-215: EXERCISING ITS FIRST OPTION TO EXTEND THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LIMOUSINES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE; PROVIDING THAT THIS AGREEMENT SHALL RUN FOR THE TERM ENDING AUGUST 10, 2010 WITH ONE OPTION TO RENEW FOR ONE ADDITIONAL ONE YEAR TERM REMAINING.


POLICE

23. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-216: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUND IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $6,937.15 FOR THE PURCHASE OF WIRELESS AGPS TRACKING SYSTEMS FROM GPSIT, INC. BASED UPON THE NASA SEWP CONTRACT #NNG07DA22B; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 110-683-9936.


QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:

QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:

REMOVE RESOLUTION NO. 09R-05-117 FROM THE TABLE

24. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-05-117: APPROVING THE SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF DERBA ENTERPRISES, INC., SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A CONVENIENCE STORE ON AN APPROXIMATE ±2.13 ACRE SITE DESCRIBED AS TRACT “B”, SUNSHINE VILLAS 2nd ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 74, PAGE 2 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE KWIK PIC LOCATED WITHIN THE FORMER MISSION LAKE PLAZA (RENAISSANCE PLAZA) AND SITUATED AT 5440 N.W. 19th STREET, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.

25. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-217: APPROVING THE SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF CROSSTOWN MOTORS, INC., SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A NEW AND USED CAR DEALERSHIP WITH OUTDOOR DISPLAY AND STORAGE OF NON-COMMERCIAL VEHICLES WITH ACCESSORY MINOR VEHICULAR REPAIR SERVICES AND SALES OFFICE USES ON AN APPROXIMATE ±0.92 NET ACRE UNPLATTED SITE DESCRIBED AS A PORTION OF LAND IN SECTION 31, RANGE 41 EAST, TOWNSHIP 42 SOUTH AND LOCATED IN BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, FORMERLY COMMONLY KNOWN AS MR. B’S AUTO SALES AND REPAIRS AND SITUATED AT 1391 N.W. 31ST AVENUE, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.

26. RESOLUTION NO. 09R-09-218: APPROVING THE SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF BOMBAY GRILL/CLAY OVEN ENTERPRISES, INC., SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A ± 700 SQUARE FOOT BAR AND INDOOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH A ± 5,200 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT ON A ± 3.224 ACRE SITE LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF UNIVERSITY DRIVE (N.W. 76TH AVENUE), NORTH OF N.W. 44TH STREET, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS BOMBAY GRILL AND SITUATED AT 4465 NORTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE (N.W. 76TH AVENUE), LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.

27. ORDINANCE NO. 09O-09-146: GRANTING TO LM TIC I, LLC, LM TIC II, LLC, LM TIC III, LLC, LM TIC IV, LLC AND LM IDEAL, LLC, A DEVELOPMENT ORDER FOR THE LAUDERHILL CITY CENTER DEVELOPMENT OF REGIONAL IMPACT AS REQUESTED IN THE APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL ON A 46 ACRE SITE GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF US. 441/SR-7/NW 40TH AVENUE BETWEEN NW 12TH AND NW 16TH STREET; APPROVING LAND USES AND SQUARE FOOTAGES, INCLUDING 650,000 SQUARE FEET OF RETAIL, 507,210 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE AND 2,500 DWELLING UNITS; APPROVING THE TIMING OF DEVELOPMENT; APPROVING A MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS.

Northwest Lauderhill Neighborhood Association Meeting

From your NWLNA President,

There is always news about the neighborhood and the City. This Association tries to report this, and keep you informed. The City Commissioners and Mayor that attend our meetings have your input of your concerns first hand and we have earned their respect. The City is listening to the residents and we are consulted about any new plans.

We have partnered with the Police,Fire Department, and Code Enforcement.

All of us are concerned residents who take pride in their homes and neighborhood. We are concerned about property taxes, fallen property values,and foreclosures. We want to keep this Association the strong Voice for our Community.

We need your ideas and suggestions. Please consider a position on this Board where you can make a difference!

Please support and attend our meetings.


Lora Thomson, President


Next meeting Tuesday, Sept.15th, 7:15 PM at Veterans Park

Public Workshop on Oakland Park Boulevard Study in Lauderdale Lakes

A workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, September 12, to explore design strategies for transit- and housing-oriented redevelopment in Lauderdale Lakes, at the Vincent Torres Park classrooms adjacent to the Lauderdale Lakes Municipal Complex, 4331 N.W. 36th St. All interested stakeholders, including residents, civic and homeowner associations, property and business owners in the area are invited to attend. The program will begin with an introduction to the project at 9 a.m., followed by a walking tour from 10 to 11 a.m., and a design statement workshop from 11 a.m. to noon. Refreshments will be served.

This project is the second phase of the Oakland Park Boulevard Corridor Study. The initial phase studied the corridor between Dixie Highway and N.W. 31st Avenue. The corridor study area is primarily within the City of Lauderdale Lakes. Boundaries are approximately one-half mile from north to south of Oakland Park Boulevard, between N.W. 31st Avenue and the Florida Turnpike. Efforts will build on existing strategies contained within the City of Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency Master Plan Update.

Oakland Park Boulevard is a primary east-west corridor in Broward County with high levels of traffic and transit ridership. Due to over-capacity demands on the existing bus route, the Broward County Transportation Department is preparing to add articulated buses to increase capacity. The workshop will explore design strategies to increase transit ridership and support the redevelopment effort, including affordable and workforce housing options, bus and pedestrian infrastructure improvements (such as shelters, sidewalks and streetscape), transit stations, and potential park-and-ride facilities.

The workshop is sponsored by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in conjunction with the Broward Community Design Collaborative at Florida Atlantic University, Broward MPO and the City of Lauderdale Lakes. For more information, call 954-357-6760.

Updated Picture of New City Hall

The city will be moving into the New Lauderhill City Hall soon, and be open for business at the beginning of November. The grand opening celebration is planned for December 3, with more information to come

The colors of the interior are primarily Golden Fleece and Plummy (purple), with a mix of different beiges and Basil.

Notes of the Commission Meeting of August 31

On August 31, the City Commission held a Regular Commission Meeting, and the following are notes of interest:


VI. PROCLAMATIONS:

A. A PROCLAMATION HONORING ANITA PLUMMER FOR VOLUNTEERING AT LAUDERHILL MIDDLE SCHOOL.

B. A PROCLAMATION HONORING BOBBY HENRY FOR VOLUNTEERING AT LAUDERHILL MIDDLE SCHOOL.


VII. PRESENTATIONS:

A. PRESENTATION RECOGNIZING THE CITY’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY SPONSORS.


ORDINANCES - PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:

1. Approved ORDINANCE NO. 09O-07-129: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO CREATE A SECOND TIER FOR NEWLY HIRED POLICE OFFICERS; TO DEFINE THE NEWLY CREATED TIERS AND TO DEFINE EARNABLE COMPENSATION FOR TIER TWO MEMBERS; TO REQUIRE TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF SERVICE FOR NORMAL RETIREMENT ELIGIBILITY OR THE ATTAINMENT OF AGE 55 AND 10 YEARS OF SERVICE UNDER TIER TWO; TO PROVIDE FOR 3% MULTIPLIER FOR A MAXIMUM BENEFIT OF 75% UNDER TIER TWO, AND ALLOWING TIER TWO MEMBERS TO PURCHASE AN INCREASE IN THEIR MULTIPLIER; ALLOW BUY-BACK FOR MILITARY OR PRIOR POLICE SERVICE; TO PROVIDE FOR A SEVEN YEAR VESTING PERIOD UNDER TIER TWO; TO PROVIDE THAT THE COLA ONLY APPLIES TO TIER ONE.

2. Approved ORDINANCE NO. 09O-07-130: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS (LDR), ARTICLE IV., Development Review Requirements pertaining to public notice signs and their re-organization; requiring posted signs be professionally prepared by a reputable sign, printing or similar company.

3. Approved ORDINANCE NO. 09O-07-131: TO ALLOW A CULTURAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, LIBRARY, MUSEUM AND SIMILAR USES AS A PERMITTED USE; AND AMENDING PARAGRAPH D., SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES AND STRUCTURES, TO REPEAL CULTURAL ARTS CENTER AND LIBRARY AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE.

4. Approved ORDINANCE NO. 09O-07-132: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS pertaining to studio uses by adding definitions for ancillary support use, studio office use, studio operations, studio production/post-production use, studio property, studio use, and support use.

5. Approved ORDINANCE NO. 09O-07-133: ADDING CORRECTIONAL AND JUDICIAL FACILITIES AS A LAND USE CATEGORY AND BY ADDING AN ASTERISK IN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL, GENERAL COMMERCIAL AND COMMUNITY FACILITY ZONING DISTRICTS; AMORTIZATION AND ALLOWING EXISTING CORRECTIONAL AND JUDICIAL FACILITY USES IN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL, GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING AND COMMUNITY FACILITY DISTRICTS TO CONTINUE AS A LEGAL NONCONFORMING USE UNTIL AUGUST 31, 2015, ADDING LANGUAGE ALLOWING THE CITY TO CANCEL SUCH AUTHORITY EARLIER IF A VIOLATION OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS EXIST. The vote was 4 to 1 on first reading only.

6. Approved ORDINANCE NO. 09O-08-134: AN PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ITS $6,500,000.00 CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA HALF-CENT SALES TAX REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2009 AS ADDITIONAL BONDS UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 96-110 ENACTED ON APRIL 29, 1996 FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING, INCLUDING THROUGH REIMBURSEMENT, THE COST OF ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF ADDITIONS, EXTENSIONS, RENOVATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE CITY'S FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND PAYING COSTS OF ISSUANCE OF THE SERIES 2009 BONDS.


RESOLUTIONS

ADMINISTRATION

7. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-167: APPOINTING Darryl King, Esq. TO SERVE AS THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD ATTORNEY FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL PURSUANT TO SECTION 7½-24 OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL CODE OF ORDINANCES.


COMMISSION

8. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-171: PETITIONING THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION TO REQUIRE FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT, CO. TO PROVIDE A RATE REDUCTION ON STREET LIGHTS WHEN LIGHT EMITTING DIODES (LED) LIGHTS AND INDUCTION LIGHTING ARE USED (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).

9. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-196: Requesting the Florida Department of Revenue to immediately repair the traffic light mast arms located in Lauderhill, as well as numerous other cities, which are peeling, extremely unsightly, and in a severe state of disrepair thus creating the appearnace of slum and blight.


DEES

REMOVE RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-162 FROM TABLE

10. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-162: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $510,752.20 TO M. VILA & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE BUFFER WALL ALONG PINE ISLAND ROAD TO INCLUDE SURVEY LOCATIONS, REMOVAL OF EXISTING FENCES, CLEARING AND GRUBBING, FOUNDATIONS, INSTALLATION OF A CONCRETE WALL, SITE RESTORATION AND OTHER INCIDENTALS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONSTRUCTION PLANS PREPARED BY C3TS DATED 6/26/09 AND BASED UPON BROWARD COUNTY’S AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT OF THE PINE ISLAND IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; PROVIDING THAT BROWARD COUNTY WILL OFFSET THE COST TO THE CITY BY PROVIDING CREDITS IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR JOINT FUNDING.

11. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-172: ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM MCMAHON ASSOCIATES, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $43,698.06 FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES AND TO OBTAIN A GENERAL USE PERMIT FOR THE REMOVAL OF THE MID-BLOCK PEDESTRIAN SIGNALIZED CROSSING AS WELL AS THE RE-LOCATION OF THE BUS STOP CURRENTLY LOCATED BETWEEN INVERRARY BOULEVARD AND N.W. 55TH AVENUE ON THE WESTBOUND SIDE OF SR-816/OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD; PROVIDING THAT THIS SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, PROJECT COORDINATION WITH FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) AND BROWARD COUNTY TRAFFIC ENGINEERING AND MASS TRANSPORTATION, DEVELOPMENT OF CONSTRUCTION PLANS, UTILITY LOCATES, PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND APPROVALS, AND BID ASSISTANCE.


FINANCE

12. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-173: AUTHORIZING DECLARATIONS OF OFFICIAL INTENT UNDER U.S. TREASURY REGULATIONS WITH RESPECT TO REIMBURSEMENTS FROM NOTE AND BOND PROCEEDS OT TEMPORARY ADVANCES MADE FOR PAYMENTS PRIOR TO ISSUANCE AND RELATED MATTERS; AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 08R-03-79 AND RESOLUTION NO. 07R-05-137 TO MODIFY THE TOTAL LOAN AMOUNT TO $3,081,705.00; REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT OF THE INCREASE IN THE LOAN AMOUNT WHICH IS IN THE AMOUNT OF $710,705.00.

13. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-174: AMENDING THE CITY’S 401(a) RETIREMENT PLAN TO PROVIDE ELIGIBLE PLAN PARTICIPANTS THE ABILITY TO BORROW FUNDS FROM THEIR EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION ACCOUNT (VESTED BALANCES ONLY); PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

14. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-175: APPROVING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ONE YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010.

15. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-176: APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2007-2010 LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN (LHAP) FOR THE STATE HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM (SHIP) TO ADD A STRATEGY TO ADDRESS THE FLORIDA HOMEBUYER OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM (FHOP).

16. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-177: APPROVING THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PLAN AS TO ITS CONSISTENCY WITH THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S ADOPTED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PRIOR TO THE CONSIDERATION BY AND ADOPTION OF THE PLAN BY THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BOARD.


HUMAN RESOURCES

17. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-178: APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF THE CIGNA INSURANCE PPO (INDEMNITY) AND THE HMO DENTAL INSURANCE PLAN AT NO RATE INCREASE FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010.

18. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-179: APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF THE CONTRACT WITH FORT DEARBORN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY TO PROVIDE GROUP LIFE AND ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (ADD) INSURANCE FOR A TWO YEAR TERM BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 AT A DECREASE IN RATES.

19. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-180: APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF THE UNUM'S SHORT-TERM DISABILITY, LONG-TERM DISABILITY, TERM LIFE AND WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE POLICIES FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010.

20. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-181: APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF THE GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN WITH HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY TO INCLUDE A POS AND A HMO FOR A ONE-YEAR TERM BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010.

21. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-182: APPROVING THE CONTRACT WITH AFLAC TO PROVIDE PLAN ADMINISTRATION OF THE SECTION 125 VOLUNTARY BENEFIT PROGRAM FOR A ONE YEAR TERM BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010.

22. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-183: APPROVING THE RENEWAL OF THE CONTRACT WITH AMERIFLEX TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S MEDICAL FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT AND DEPENDENT CARE SPENDING ACCOUNT UNDER THE SECTION 125 FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAM FOR ALL CITY EMPLOYEES AT “NO CHARGE” FOR A ONE YEAR TERM BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2009 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2010.

23. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-186: APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND METRO BROWARD PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS, LOCAL 3080 TO MODIFY ARTICLE 20 OF THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT REGARDING “VACATION” TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ELIGIBILITY TO SELL BACK ACCRUED VACATION LEAVE; PROVIDING THIS ONE TIME OFFER WITHIN LIMITED NOTIFICATION TIMEFRAME.


PALS

24. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-187: APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND TMW SWIM ENTERPRISES, INC. TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A U.S. SWIMMING PROGRAM FOR ALL AGES AND ALL SKILL LEVELS FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL.


PLANNING & ZONING

25. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-188: ADVISING ALL PERSONS APPLYING FOR DEVELOPMENT ORDERS AND PERMITS OF THE NOTICE OF ZONING IN PROGRESS THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2009 PERTAINING TO ALL SIGN REQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL INCLUDING, BUT NOT NECESSARILY LIMITED TO, LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SCHEDULE I, SIGN REQUIREMENTS.


POLICE

26. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-189: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,400.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE WEST KEN-LARK 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.

27. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-190: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,400.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE BROWARD ESTATES 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.

28. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-191: APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND SIENNA RIDGE HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION, INC. FOR LOCAL TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE AREA KNOWN AS SIENNA RIDGE.

29. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-192: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $12,475.80 TO RESOURCE 4 FLOORS FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT CARPETING FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BASED UPON THE FLORIDA STATE CONTRACT (360-240-06-1.

30. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-193: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,807.71 TO WORKSCAPES SOUTH, LLC FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF TWO (2) KNOLL CREDENZAS IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES AT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BASED UPON THE FLORIDA STATE CONTRACT (425-001-06-1.

31. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-08-194: ACCEPTING THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SERVICES (COPS), HIRING RECOVERY ACT GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,283,085.00; PROVIDING THAT FUNDS WILL BE UTILIZED TO HIRE FIVE (5) SWORN LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO IMPLEMENT THE EAST LAUDERHILL CRIME REDUCTION INITIATIVE; PROVIDING THAT THERE ARE NO MATCHING FUNDS REQUIRED FOR THESE GRANTS FUNDS.


QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:

QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:

REMOVE RESOLUTION NO. 09R-06-129 FROM THE TABLE:

32. Approved RESOLUTION NO. 09R-06-129: GRANTING TO THE OWNER, 2555 GROUP CORP., A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW AN OUTDOOR VEHICULAR-RELATED USE IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT ON AN APPROXIMATE ± .46 ACRE SITE LOCATED ON A PORTION OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 49 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1189 NORTH STATE ROAD 7, LAUDERHILL FLORIDA.


NEW BUSINESS

33. Approved cancelling the Oct. 12, 2009 Commission Meeting, which conflicts with the Columbus Day Holiday.

Girls Too Women, Inc. - Helping Girls Transition into Women

Girls Too Women, Inc. (GTW) focus is to empower girls transitioning into women with high-quality skills and knowledge. It provides girls from 5th to 12th grade, and young ladies 18 through 25 with a wide variety of self empowering workshops. Counseling, training, educational programs and support is provided.

GTW is a 501c3 non-profit organization located at 1505 NW 47th Ave., Lauderhill, FL 33313. More information can be obtained at http://www.girlstoowomen.vpweb.com/, or 954-822-9804.

Department of Energy Releases $37,000,000 US for Efficiency Research & Technology to Small Businesses

The Federal Department of Energy (DOE) has earmarked $37,000,000 in Recovery Act funding for small businesses through its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBTT) programs. The DOE's SBIR/SBTT programs will target US companies with fewer than 500 employees, and applications are currently being accepted for topic areas related to improving energy efficiency including:

· advanced building air conditioning and refrigeration, thermal load shifting, and cool roofs
· water usage in electric power generation and industrial processes
· power plant cooling
· advanced gas turbines and materials
· sensors, controls, and wireless networks
· advanced water power technology development
· smart controllers for smart grid applications
· advanced solar technologies
· advanced industrial technologies development
· advanced manufacturing processes

The deadline for applications is September 4, 2009, with approximately $8,500,000 expected to be available for new Phase I awards. (Source: Cape Fear Business News, August 23, 2009) Contact: Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Programs, US Department of Energy, (301) 903-1414, www.sbir-sttr@science.doe.gov, www.science.doe.gov/sbir

An Open Letter from Lauderhill Resident, Lisa Timmons - Winner of the Channel 4 Phoenix Project

Hello Everybody,

I know it has been awhile since you have heard from me. I am still so excited. Talk about floodgates of heaven being thrown open and pouring out so many blessings that I am still reeling from them! Hallelujah!

I am so humbled for this opportunity and cannot thank God enough for this wonderful blessing. Mind you! Had I not received this wonderful award God is still awesome!

Please forward this email to all of your friends and family who supported me and who would like to know what happened to the Phoenix! I have begun a blog at, http://www.cbs4.com/phoenixblog, so that everyone can stay up to date.

In addition, for those who receive the local news for Broward, Dade and Monroe counties (Florida), you can view a segment of the wonderful businesses and service providers (featuring me) that helped to make the Phoenix Project come alive on Channel 4, Tuesdays between 5p and 5:40p. For those that are not local you can find these businesses (featuring me :), at http://www.cbs4.com/phoenix.

May God bless you all for you all have blessed me!

Love,

Lis'

A Letter from Broward County Concerning Walking through Construction to Discovery Elementary

When the school year begins, another new elementary school serving Lauderhill will open. A lot of work has gone into preparing for its opening, and one of the issues is the construction of Pine Island Road which borders the school. The following is a letter from Broward County, who is responsible for the construction of Pine Island Road, and how they are handling the pedestrian traffic (Note: there was no attachment to this letter):

Ladies & Gentlemen,

On Monday August 17, 2009 @ 10:00 AM a meeting was held at the Construction Office at Pine Island Road & NW 50 Street. The meeting was attended by representatives of the County, Contractor, Consultant and the School Board. The purpose of this meeting was to review the temporary provisions for pedestrian traffic along the Pine Island Road corridor from the neighborhoods, to the affected schools. Attached is a schematic copy of the walk routes that will be available and anticipated completion dates.

On the west side of Pine Island Road from Oakland Park Boulevard to NW 53 Court: temporary sidewalk will be in place.
On the west side of Pine Island Road from NW 53 Court to Commercial Boulevard: sidewalk has been provided behind the fence on the school property.
On the west side of Pine Island Road from Commercial Boulevard to NW 53 Court: a temporary right turn lane will be completed into Discovery Elementary.

On the east side of Pine Island Road from Oakland Park Boulevard to NW 44 Street: temporary sidewalk will be in place.
On the east side of Pine Island Road from NW 44 Street to NW 50 Street: new concrete sidewalk is complete.
On the east side of Pine Island Road from NW 50 Street to Commercial Boulevard: new concrete sidewalk is anticipated to be complete after Labor Day.

In the interim VMS Boards will be placed at NW 52 Street and NW 53 Court advising pedestrians to use alternate routes to access the established crossing guards at NW 50 Street and Commercial Boulevard.

If I may be of any assistance Please contact me at 954-XXX-XXXX

Thank you,

Donald G Quinn, Project Manager
BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Highway Construction & Engineering Division


NOTE: Lauderhill is involved in additional discussions to resolve concerns raised from this letter. Therefore, it could be subjected to modifications.

Mayor Works To Save Money and Energy on Street Lights

On June 26, Mayor Richard J. Kaplan appeared in front of the Public Service Commission to speak on the FP&L proposed rate increases. These increases were partly to help FP&L raise funds to invest in cleaner technology. Mayor Kaplan's testimony related to investing in low lying fruit that conserves energy, rather than produce more energy to consume.

Numerous examples were given from using CFL bulbs, to buying Energy Star appliances, among others. Credit was given to FP&L in providing a rebate to residents who buy new qualified air conditioners, and the testimony supported providing more such rebates to reduce the need for more power plants.

One issue brought up was that FP&L charges cities a flat rate for street lights (since they are not on meters). The rate is set by the Public Service Commission. Being the Federal Government is providing Energy Block Grants to Cities, specifically mentioning its use to be for providing for energy efficient street lights, LED street lights seemed to be a promising area to use the funds. They save 40 to 60% of the energy, and for the city of Lauderhill, that could mean an annual savings of $100,000 to $200,000/year.

However, in Mayor Kaplan's investigation, he found that while FP&L would allow a change to LED bulbs, the reduction in energy consumed (and thereby the reduction is energy costs) would not pass through to the cities. Instead, FP&L would keep all of the profits as a windfall.

FP&L stated that they are researching out LED lights in their own parking lights in Juno Beach, but it may take another year or so to determine if it would work, and what savings there would be. This has been a common response provided throughout the US by other utilities when confronted with the same request. However, the technology has been available for some time, and has been implemented throughout the US in numerous places. A significant amount of data is already available, though FP&L has no internal data of its own, which it is requiring.

Mayor Kaplan requested the Public Service Commission investigate this matter, and as part of the rate review of FP&L, that a lower rate charged on street lights be created if LED lights were used.

For more information see the Sun-Sentinel article: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/broward/sfl-lauderhill-lights-fpl-b081709,0,7672530.story

Needed Preparations for Storm Season is Now

Dear Residents of the City of Lauderhill,

I have NOT activated my Emergency Notification System, but I wanted to send you this message because of a possible weather condition which is a matter of concern. Presently, Tropical Storm Anna and Bill are heading in the general direction of Florida. Based upon present projections, Thursday would be when the first tropical storm would be in our area. It is always possible that the route could take a change of direction, and either head closer to Florida or away from it. It could also pick up speed, which would result with a greater impact to our area, even if it stays on its presently projected course.

Being that we cannot guarantee the direction of the Storm, it is only prudent to take appropriate actions for safety reasons. Minimally, the precautions should address the concerns of flying debris. Please start looking at your hurricane plans. Address the need to bring in items (items under 50 lbs.) which could take flight, (flower pots, lawn furniture, BBQ's, flags, tools, etc.) from outside, into a secure area. If you have loose branches, please consider removing them now without injuring yourself or touching electric lines.

Right now would be a good time to make sure you have adequate supplies, batteries, flashlights, money, food and water supplies, etc., if power is lost. Also, you may wish to make sure you have sufficient gas for your car(s) and propane for your grill (storing it safely). Consult the guides the supermarkets and TV stations have been putting out for more information.

More announcements will be forthcoming as needed. It would be appreciated if you would notify others since this system does not reach everyone. If we can be of further assistance, please let us know.

Very Truly Yours,

Richard J. Kaplan
Mayor, City of Lauderhill

Lifeguard Traning Schedule

The City of Lauderhill is conducting a Lifeguard Training Program for 2009. For those interested in become an American Red Cross trained lifeguard, the schedule for the remainder of the year is:

September 12, 13, 19 & 20
October 10, 11, 17 & 18
November 14, 15, 21 & 22
December 12, 13, 19 & 20

Typically Lifeguards are typically paid $10/hour or more, and make a great summer job.

Location is at Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th Street, For more information call 954-572-1462.

USA invites England and Australia to play in Florida

by DreamCricket USA

By Peter Simunovich

Don Lockerbie, the USACA Chief Executive Officer, has made a rushed trip to London to meet with Australian and England administrators in a bid to get the teams to play practice matches against the US national team early next year before the T20 World Cup tournament in the Caribbean.

Australia and England are now playing in the Ashes Test series and will meet in the Second Test at Lord’s this weekend.

Lockerbie, who left the US on Monday and is expected back this weekend, has already spoken with all the other leading cricket nations, including India, the West Indies and Pakistan, about playing the US in lead up matches to the T20 tournament.

“So far they have all said they are interested, but no firm decision has yet been given by any of the countries,” Manaf Mohamed, the USACA Second Vice President and Director of Cricket Operations told DreamCricket.com in an interview.

“The idea is to give the US team the chance to play against the best players in the world before the T20 tournament in the Caribbean next year. It will also help promote the game in the US. It would be a great experience for the US team.”

The US would also get international coverage of the matches, which would also give it an opportunity to showcase its talent of players.

The matches, if agreed upon, would be played on a turf wicket at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Lauderhill, which is about five miles from Fort Lauderdale. Mohamed said the stadium has 5,000 seats and can accommodate up to 20,000 with extra seating.

He said that Lockerbie also planned to talk to the top countries about using fields in Florida as practice sessions before moving to the Caribbean for the T20 tournament.

Mohamed said that Lockerbie was hoping to have the matches recognized by the ICC to add status to the contests.

US captain Steve Massiah was excited about the potential matches when he was told about them. “This is amazing,” he told DreamCricket.com.

“This is really a blessing and a great opportunity for the US team to play against the top players and the best teams in the world.

“I think this will benefit us as a team in many, many ways. It will be a confidence booster for our guys to have played against the best players and teams in the world.

“I have always believed that the better the opposition is then it raises the level of the standard of competition. This is terrific news.”

Lockerbie has said since he became the first CEO of USACA that he wants top cricket countries to visit the US to play against the national team.

His philosophy is to promote cricket in the US and give the US team the chance to play against the best and to see what it takes and how much improvement is needed to be ranked with the elite of cricket.

Fall Baseball Season - Register Now

Each Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM, and on weekdays from 10 AM to 8 PM, Parents can register their children for Lauderhill Fall Baseball. Registration is at Veteran's Park, 7600 NW 50th Street.

Children from 5-6 play T-Ball, 7-8 play Coach Pitch, 9-10 Double A, 11-12 Triple A, and 13-15 Majors. The cost is $25 for the first child, and $20 for each additional child. New paraticipants may have the cost of the uniform too.

For more information call 954-572-1459.

Hometown Democracy Question to be on November 2010 Ballot

A proposed Florida constitutional amendment that would give voters a say on how their communities grow, including such decisions as where shopping centers, homes and roads are built, will be on the 2010 ballot.

A private organization, Florida Hometown Democracy, has collected enough signature to place the question on the ballot. To be designated as Amendment 4, the petition drive has been working for a public vote for 4 years. To pass, it will require a 60 percent approval by voters.

The constitutional amendment would require local referendums on changes to city and county comprehensive plans. While intending to give local voters a say in their city and county, the result, if passed, will be staggering on voters and the economy of Florida. Ballots could exceed 50 pages, and all development would come to a halt until a successful vote occurs. The costs of local referendums will have to be paid for by taxpayers, and it is unclear how often a voter referendum on a subject matter will occur.

An interesting alliance of business and development interests, along with government and public interest groups (including environmental groups and 1000 Friends of Florida) are opposing the amendment. If passed, the amendment would be a drag on Florida's already sagging economy, and the Florida Chamber of Commerce believes it may permanent cause Florida to remain in a recession, and hopelessly complicate the planning process.

Opponents also have begun their own petition drive for a competing amendment known as Smarter Growth with a provision saying it would prevail if voters approve both. Smarter Growth would require referendums on planning changes only if 10 percent of registered voters sign a petition within 60 days.

Commission in Summer Recess

From the completion of the Annual Budget Workshops on July 14, until August 31, all regularly scheduled Commission Meetings and Workshops have been cancelled. This is the time each year that the Commission takes its Summer Recess and city staff can arrange vacations. It thereby avoids conflicts with vacations and meetings.

Our next regular Commission Meeting will be the last Monday in August (Aug. 31).