On July 11, the City Commission held a CRA Meeting and Regular Commission Meeting. The following are notes of interest (all votes were unanimous unless otherwise indicated):
CRA MEETING:
Commissioner Berger absent from this meeting.
1) RCP LOAN APPLICATION FOR NW 55 AVENUE PROPERTY
Application is proceeding to obtain funds with 0% interest. The intent is to purchase the land, if it appraises, then turn it over to the Lauderhill Housing Authority to construct single family homes.
2) INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS INCUBATOR RELOCATION
To save money, consensus was to move the program to the Inverrary Corporate Park office building. Tenants will pay $250/month, and the city will pay the remaining $50/month, plus cover the security deposit.
3) DISCUSSION OF PAC FUNDING
Because of the issue with the county not including interest, as provided in our agreement, the city is taking steps in its options. Also, staff will look at other alternatives so that the facility is within the proposed budget, plus make sure that it is consistent with today's economy and circumstances. The voter approved Lauderhill GO Bond requires a "Performing Arts Center" must be built with $5.8 Million. The County is matching that with another $5.8 Million, plus the funds for the new Library.
4) RESCHEDULE SEPTEMBER 12 MEETING
Approved 4-0 to move it to September 14, 2011 at 3:00 PM.
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-07-142: PERTAINING TO THE SMARTCODE; REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY SCHEDULE S, PROVISIONS FOR LAUDERHILL COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA; CREATING A NEW SCHEDULE S, SMARTCODE. Withdrew
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-139: APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF ADDITIONAL REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES TO BALANCE THE FISCAL YEAR 2011 BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR CUMULATIVE BUDGET TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $18,846,580.48; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS.
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-86: APPROVING THE REVISED FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-87: AWARDING THE BID TO PROFESSIONAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM THE APPROPRIATE BUDGET CODE NUMBER. Withdrew from Agenda.
FINANCE
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-07-122: APPROVING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FIVE-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-2016 AND THE ONE YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012.
FIRE
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-07-123: DECLARING THE 1982 EMERGENCY ONE 110’ LADDER FIRE TRUCK TO BE SURPLUS AND OBSOLETE AND AUTHORIZING ITS DISPOSAL OR SALE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CITY OF LAUDERHILL CODE OF ORDINANCES, SECTION 2-143(b); PROVIDING THAT THE TRUCK WILL BE TRADED IN FOR A $5,000.00 CREDIT TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT FIRE ENGINE.
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-07-125: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO CN INVESTMENT HOLDINGS, LLC, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONVEYANCE OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR CONVENIENCE STORE WITH BEER AND WINE SALES AND OUTDOOR GAS CYLINDER EXCHANGE , AT THE KWIK STOP AT 1401 N.W. 31ST AVENUE, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-07-126: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO PINEAPPLES CAFÉ, INC., SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A RESTAURANT BAR AND BANQUET HALL WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, AT THE BONVALE PLAZA LOCATED AT 7529-7531 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Comcast Launches Internet Essentials for Families at Reduced Costs
Today, communities need to have digitally literate populations to succeed. The role the Internet plays in the classroom, workplace, and at home cannot be understated. For students the Internet is the dictionary, encyclopedia, library, and tutor all rolled into one. For their teachers it provides new tools and resources without adding new budget items. For families the Internet allows them to track and participate in their child’s education.
In conjunction with the 2011 “Back to School” season, Comcast will launch Internet Essentials, a groundbreaking program to close the digital divide by bringing the Internet home to families with a child receiving a free school lunch under the National School Lunch Program.
Traditional approaches to close the digital divide have focused on the creation of public computer labs at schools, libraries, and community centers. These often come with additional costs for service, equipment, and staffing, and still leave children and their families without access during off hours.
"We will require a national commitment to make this work because the individual initiatives out there are not moving the needle fast enough," FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski said in an interview with Reuters.
Genachowski said the FCC will work with the industry and local governments to address affordability, relevance, digital literacy and trust, all issues that have held back broadband adoption. Comcast Internet Essentials is a new approach that focuses on working with legislators, policy makers, and educators to provide access at home.
Comcast Internet Essentials will provide eligible families with affordable home Internet service ($9.95 per month), a low-cost computer ($149.99 plus taxes), and digital literacy training.
David Cohen, Comcast Executive Vice President, stated, “We are very excited about this program because it has the potential to have a real impact on not only the lives of the family and children who access broadband, but also on their communities as those children grow up to be doctors, lawyers, and engineers.”
Policy makers, elected officials and educators can all help to make this program a success by raising awareness about broadband adoption and its benefits for families, as well as sharing information about the Comcast Internet Essentials program with colleagues and qualifying families.
To learn how you can spread the word visit www.internetessentials.com.
In conjunction with the 2011 “Back to School” season, Comcast will launch Internet Essentials, a groundbreaking program to close the digital divide by bringing the Internet home to families with a child receiving a free school lunch under the National School Lunch Program.
Traditional approaches to close the digital divide have focused on the creation of public computer labs at schools, libraries, and community centers. These often come with additional costs for service, equipment, and staffing, and still leave children and their families without access during off hours.
"We will require a national commitment to make this work because the individual initiatives out there are not moving the needle fast enough," FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski said in an interview with Reuters.
Genachowski said the FCC will work with the industry and local governments to address affordability, relevance, digital literacy and trust, all issues that have held back broadband adoption. Comcast Internet Essentials is a new approach that focuses on working with legislators, policy makers, and educators to provide access at home.
Comcast Internet Essentials will provide eligible families with affordable home Internet service ($9.95 per month), a low-cost computer ($149.99 plus taxes), and digital literacy training.
David Cohen, Comcast Executive Vice President, stated, “We are very excited about this program because it has the potential to have a real impact on not only the lives of the family and children who access broadband, but also on their communities as those children grow up to be doctors, lawyers, and engineers.”
Policy makers, elected officials and educators can all help to make this program a success by raising awareness about broadband adoption and its benefits for families, as well as sharing information about the Comcast Internet Essentials program with colleagues and qualifying families.
To learn how you can spread the word visit www.internetessentials.com.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Golf Tournament Benefiting Lauderhill Youth Sports
The Lauderhill Golf Tournament to benefit Lauderhill Youth Sports Programs will take place on Friday, August 5, 2011 at the Inverrary Country Club.This is a 4 person Best Ball Scramble - with a Shotgun start - beginning at 8 am. $100 per person.
Skill challenges, lunch, award ceremony, and silent auction all part of the day's events. Don’t miss out.
Call Scott Newton for more information at 954-730-3084 for more information.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Armed Robber - Still At Large. Public Asked to Help
Aggravated Battery with a Firearm… Armed Robbery Case#11-05-4407.
Lauderhill detectives are investigating an aggravated battery with a firearm/armed robbery that occurred on May 19, 2011 around 10:45pm.
The victim, a 53 year old male was walking into his apartment complex (Cypress Grove, 1800 Block of N.W. 19th street) when he was approached by a black male, muscular built, 5’7”, over 200 lbs, wearing a stocking cap (Composite above).
The suspect used handgun to commit the robbery on the victim. During the robbery, the suspect struck the victim in the head with the handgun. He then placed the handgun to the left side of the victim’s neck and shot him. The suspect fled the area on foot.
The victim suffered from injuries to his neck and was transported to Broward General Hospital where he was treated and released.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Broward Crime Stoppers at (954) 493-TIPS or Detective Andrew Kiefer at (954) 497-4700.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Friday, July 15, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Saturday, July 09, 2011
Mortgage Assistance
Here's a list of mortgage companies that will all be there to help Florida families:
American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc.
Aurora
Bank of America
Chase
Citi
GMAC/Homecomings
HSBC
Lender Business Processing Services (LBPS)
Litton
NationStar
Ocwen
OneWest Bank
PNC/National City
Regions
Select Portfolio Servicing (SPS)
SunTrust
Wells Fargo/Wachovia
Several local, HUD-approved non-profit counseling organizations will be on-site as well to advise homeowners, including:
NHS of South Florida
Housing Development Corporation of South Florida
Consolidated Credit
Dream Home
Consumer Credit Management
Oasis of Hope
REACH
Cornerstone Financial Education
Credit Card Management Services
Nanay
CredAbility
Plus representatives from the following organizations:
Fannie Mae
Freddie Mac
Florida Hardest Hit Funds
HUD
Making Home Affordable
Wednesday, July 06, 2011
Grant Funds for Rent/Mortgage/Utility/Deposits for Lauderhill Residents
ATTENTION LAUDERHILL RESIDENTS –
If you are in need of Grant Funds for RENT, MORTGAGE, UTILITY, OR SECURITY DEPOSITS Assistance……… help is available.
Please go to The Central Region Family Success Center for more information.
(Edgar P. Mills Center)
900 NW 31st Avenue; Suite 3000
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
954-357-5001
Mon-Fri 8:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday, July 03, 2011
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Mayor Travels to Fiuggi Italy for Sister Cities
At the request of the Lauderhill Sister City organization, Mayor Kaplan is traveling to Fiuggi, Italy, to determine whether there is an interest to develop a new sister city. The City Commission passed a Resolution several months ago asking the Mayor to advise them on this matter.
The travel is not being paid with taxpayers funds.
The Lauderhill Sister City organization is also seeking out other possible Sister Cities.
The travel is not being paid with taxpayers funds.
The Lauderhill Sister City organization is also seeking out other possible Sister Cities.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Broward County Transit is Moving to the Future
Broward County Transit (BCT) is "moving to the future" with one of the very best and most productive public bus systems in the nation, director Tim Garling reported May 10.
"When you combine our fixed bus routes, community buses and Paratransit service, BCT provides close to 40 million rides each year." "BCT plays a large role in the future economic development, livability and sustainability of our County and region."
BCT strategies for meeting the future transit needs of the community include advancing regional travel by appealing to new and existing commuters, promoting energy efficiency, connecting with passengers through smart phones and other technology, and providing for rider safety, comfort and convenience. "And, we're working hard to attract the next generation of transit riders," said Garling.
Examples cited include:
• Two new I-595 Express routes from southwest Broward to downtown Fort Lauderdale and Miami are scheduled to launch in early 2012. New 95 Express Route service from southwest Broward County to downtown Miami and the Miami Civic Center area has been highly successful. Since the service was launched in January, ridership has increased 126 percent to more than 450 rides per day. These popular routes have 60-foot-long articulated buses, Wi-Fi capabilities and hybrid diesel engines that reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
• BCT was the first transit system in South Florida to introduce Google™ Transit to assist riders with online trip planning.
• Social media has been incorporated to appeal to a wider audience. A Facebook page provides frequent system updates and information of interest to customers. A BCT YouTube site includes a informative new "Go Green" video that shares the environmental benefits of using public transportation.
• "Real Time" bus information will be available via handheld devices, laptops and personal computers no later than 2013.
• Easier ways to pay a bus fare are in the works. Garling said plans include an interoperable fare payment system where customers can use a bank card or even a mobile phone to purchase trips on the BCT system.
• New customer comforts and conveniences are on the horizon. An aggressive, $23 million construction program calls for an additional 680 new bus shelters by 2014, bringing the system total to 1,177 countywide. The new Northeast Transit Center will open this fall at the corner of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. and Dixie Highway in Pompano Beach. Future construction projects include a major renovation at the Ravenswood Bus Facility in Dania Beach, a Park and Ride Lot at the Bank Atlantic Center in Sunrise, and an updated transfer facility at the Lauderhill Mall in Lauderhill.
"Technology is key to our future," Garling concluded, "but the strength of Broward County Transit has been and always will be its employees. We are all here to get you there."
For more information on Broward County Transit, visit www.broward.org/bct.
"When you combine our fixed bus routes, community buses and Paratransit service, BCT provides close to 40 million rides each year." "BCT plays a large role in the future economic development, livability and sustainability of our County and region."
BCT strategies for meeting the future transit needs of the community include advancing regional travel by appealing to new and existing commuters, promoting energy efficiency, connecting with passengers through smart phones and other technology, and providing for rider safety, comfort and convenience. "And, we're working hard to attract the next generation of transit riders," said Garling.
Examples cited include:
• Two new I-595 Express routes from southwest Broward to downtown Fort Lauderdale and Miami are scheduled to launch in early 2012. New 95 Express Route service from southwest Broward County to downtown Miami and the Miami Civic Center area has been highly successful. Since the service was launched in January, ridership has increased 126 percent to more than 450 rides per day. These popular routes have 60-foot-long articulated buses, Wi-Fi capabilities and hybrid diesel engines that reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
• BCT was the first transit system in South Florida to introduce Google™ Transit to assist riders with online trip planning.
• Social media has been incorporated to appeal to a wider audience. A Facebook page provides frequent system updates and information of interest to customers. A BCT YouTube site includes a informative new "Go Green" video that shares the environmental benefits of using public transportation.
• "Real Time" bus information will be available via handheld devices, laptops and personal computers no later than 2013.
• Easier ways to pay a bus fare are in the works. Garling said plans include an interoperable fare payment system where customers can use a bank card or even a mobile phone to purchase trips on the BCT system.
• New customer comforts and conveniences are on the horizon. An aggressive, $23 million construction program calls for an additional 680 new bus shelters by 2014, bringing the system total to 1,177 countywide. The new Northeast Transit Center will open this fall at the corner of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. and Dixie Highway in Pompano Beach. Future construction projects include a major renovation at the Ravenswood Bus Facility in Dania Beach, a Park and Ride Lot at the Bank Atlantic Center in Sunrise, and an updated transfer facility at the Lauderhill Mall in Lauderhill.
"Technology is key to our future," Garling concluded, "but the strength of Broward County Transit has been and always will be its employees. We are all here to get you there."
For more information on Broward County Transit, visit www.broward.org/bct.
Friday, June 24, 2011
Lauderhill Community Shuttle Bus Program Cuts Operating Hours
By a 4 to 1 vote, Mayor Kaplan voting against, the City Commission has cut the hours of the Lauderhill Community Shuttle Bus program from 60 to 36 hours.
The Mayor did not object to the number of hours being cut, because funding is not available to continue it, but the issue was the particular routes and hours of operation. He felt that due consideration was not given to those using the system to go to and from their work, that Route 1 & 5 are duplicates so that those hours could be cut back and provide more hours to other routes, and that the decision of where to cut was based on faulty data.
The Mayor provided another schedule that he felt would not create as much hardship to residents that the Commission rejected.
Already the city has received numerous calls objecting to the change, and a petition signed by 500 people. The next time residents can address the Commission on this is at the 7 PM Public Hearing at City Hall on June 27.
The hours are operation are:
Route 1: 8:45 am to 4:00 pm
Route 2: 8:45 am to 3:45 pm
Route 3: 10:35 am to 6:00 pm
Route 4: 8:45 am to 3:45 pm
Route 5: 10:50 am to 6:05 pm
As it can be seen, virtually no hours will be provided for commuters to work. The hours recommended by the Mayor provided for hours starting earlier and later on Routes 1, 2, 3, and 4, some down time during the day when ridership should be lower, and the elimination of Route 5 since it duplicates Route 1 (but goes in reverse).
The Mayor did not object to the number of hours being cut, because funding is not available to continue it, but the issue was the particular routes and hours of operation. He felt that due consideration was not given to those using the system to go to and from their work, that Route 1 & 5 are duplicates so that those hours could be cut back and provide more hours to other routes, and that the decision of where to cut was based on faulty data.
The Mayor provided another schedule that he felt would not create as much hardship to residents that the Commission rejected.
Already the city has received numerous calls objecting to the change, and a petition signed by 500 people. The next time residents can address the Commission on this is at the 7 PM Public Hearing at City Hall on June 27.
The hours are operation are:
Route 1: 8:45 am to 4:00 pm
Route 2: 8:45 am to 3:45 pm
Route 3: 10:35 am to 6:00 pm
Route 4: 8:45 am to 3:45 pm
Route 5: 10:50 am to 6:05 pm
As it can be seen, virtually no hours will be provided for commuters to work. The hours recommended by the Mayor provided for hours starting earlier and later on Routes 1, 2, 3, and 4, some down time during the day when ridership should be lower, and the elimination of Route 5 since it duplicates Route 1 (but goes in reverse).
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Notes of the Regular Commission Meeting of June 13
On June 13, the City Commission held its regular Commission Meeting, and the following are some items of interest (all votes were unanimous unless otherwise indicated):
VI. PROCLAMATIONS:
A. HONORING LEONARD ALLWORTH DUNCANSON ON HIS RETIREMENT.
B. DECLARING JUNE 13, 2011 AS NATIONAL ARBOR DAY.
C. DECLARING JUNE 13, 2011 AS DILLARD CENTER FOR THE ARTS’ JAZZ ENSEMBLE DAY.
VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION TO “BOYS TO MEN CLUB” OF LAUDERHILL MIDDLE SCHOOL.
B. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO LAUDERHILL RESIDENT, LORA THOMSON
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-125: TO AMEND THE TAX IMPOSED AND LEVIED ON TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES TO PROVIDE RATES PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 202.19.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-128: AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, SECTION 2-236, ESTABLISHING ADVISORY COUNCIL, TO AMEND THE COMPOSITION OF THE ADVISORY COUNCIL TO ALLOW FOR EITHER FIVE (5) OR SEVEN (7) REGULAR MEMBERS.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-132: REPEALING SIENNA GREENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, AS THE DISTRICT DID NOT PASS BY A MAJORITY VOTE TO MOVE FORWARD; RESERVING SECTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
4. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-134: AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP IDENTIFIED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, CHANGING FROM OPEN SPACE AND RECREATIONAL (S-1) TO COMMERCIAL RECREATION (CR) LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS TRACT “A”, INVERRARY COUNTRY CLUB, TOGETHER WITH THOSE PARCELS OF LAND DESCRIBED HEREIN AND MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE EAST GOLD COURSE AND WEST GOLF COURSE.
5. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-135: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS AND PERTAINING TO ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES; BY REPEALING ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC) AND GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICTS.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:
6. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-124: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES LOCAL BUSINESS TAXES TO RATES BY FIVE PERCENT (5%) AS IS REASONABLE AND NECESSARY AND AS IS AUTHORIZED BY FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 205.0535(4).
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-85: APPROVING THE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN CROWN CASTLE SOUTH, L.L.C., ON BEHALF OF NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC., AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CURRENT GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR ITS TELECOMMUNICATIONS SITE LOCATED AT 2000 CITY HALL DRIVE (BU# 812072) FOR FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL FIVE (5) YEAR RENEWALS.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-86: APPROVING THE REVISED FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK. Removed from Agenda.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-87: AWARDING THE BID TO PROFESSIONAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM THE APPROPRIATE BUDGET CODE NUMBER. Removed from the Agenda.
COMMISSION
10. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-88: NAMING THE CITY GARAGE AFTER MIKE LAROCHE IN HIS MEMORY AFTER HIS MANY YEARS OF HARD WORK AND DEDICATION TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).
DEES
11. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-91: APPROVING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO PROVIDE COST SHARE SUPPORT OF A WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVES PROGRAM TO BE COORDINATED BY BROWARD COUNTY WITHIN THE CITY’S WATER UTILITY SERVICE AREAS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY TO CONDUCT SPECIFIC MEDIA PROMOTION, OUTREACH, ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH FOSTERING A COUNTYWIDE WATER CONSERVATION ETHIC IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR A FIVE (5) YEAR TERM; PROVIDING FOR A COST ALLOCATION TO THE CITY FOR THE FIRST YEAR IN THE AMOUNT OF $26,159.00; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-917-6307.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-96: ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL OF R.J. BEHAR & COMPANY, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $63,601.00 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE “PROMENADE ALONG STATE ROAD 7/U.S. 441 @ 11TH PLACE” TO INCLUDE MINOR ROAD, SIDEWALK, LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING DESIGNS.
FINANCE
13. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-97: RANKING THE PROPOSALS FOR AUDIT SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2011, 2012, AND 2013. Removed from the Agenda.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-98: APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (NSP3) SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S 2010 ACTION PLAN.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-99: AMENDING THE FUND BALANCE POLICY FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL. Tabled to workshop of June 20.
16. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-100: APPROVING THE 2011 AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE DIVISION AND DISTRIBUTION OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THE BROWARD COUNTY FIFTH CENT ADDITIONAL LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX ON MOTOR FUEL FOR TRANSIT.
17. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-101: APPROVING THE 2011 AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL PROVIDING FOR THE DIVISION AND DISTRIBUTION OF THE PROCEEDS OF THE LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX IMPOSED BY THE BROWARD COUNTY LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX ORDINANCE.
18. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-102: APPROVING THE 2011 AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE DIVISION AND DISTRIBUTION OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THE BROWARD COUNTY ADDITIONAL LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX ON MOTOR FUEL ORDINANCE.
PALS
19. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-103: APPROVING THE RECIPROCAL USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY LAUDERHILL AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA PROVIDING FOR THE SHARING OF RESOURCES FOR OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND RECREATION FACILITIES AND FOR EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING PROGRAMS.
20. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-104: APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND BROWARD COUNTY FOR THE PROVISION OF COMMUNITY BUS SERVICES WHICH IS EFFECTIVE THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2012, WITH TWO ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR OPTIONS TO EXTEND AVAILABLE; PROVIDING FOR A REDUCTION IN BUS ROUTE REVENUE HOURS ON ALL FIVE ROUTES FROM 60 SERVICE HOURS PER WEEK TO 36 SERVICE HOURS PER WEEK; REFLECTING THE CORRESPONDING DECREASE IN ANNUAL OPERATING FUNDING DUE TO THE REDUCTION IN SERVICE HOURS. Passes 4-1, Mayor Kaplan voting against. Mayor Kaplan expressed that there will be those that could lose their jobs by restricting the hours. He proposed an alternative which was not considered by staff or the Commission.
21. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-105: EXERCISING ITS LAST OPTION TO EXTEND THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LIMOUSINES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE; PROVIDING THAT THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TAKE EFFECT RETROACTIVELY COMMENCING AUGUST 11, 2010 AND ENDING ON AUGUST 10, 2011 WITH NO REMAINING OPTIONS TO RENEW; PROVIDING SECOND ADDENDUM TO INCLUDE REDUCTION IN HOURS FOR SERVICE ROUTES FROM 60 HOURS PER WEEK TO 36 HOURS PER WEEK.
HR
22. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-106: 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, 2011 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 AT AN INCREASE OF 5.82%.
POLICE
23. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-107: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF ABANDONED PROPERTY FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,614.93 FOR THE PURCHASE OF METAL TARGET SYSTEMS FOR FIREARMS QUALIFICATIONS FROM THE LOW QUOTE, LAW ENFORCEMENT TARGETS; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 001-247-0300.
VI. PROCLAMATIONS:
A. HONORING LEONARD ALLWORTH DUNCANSON ON HIS RETIREMENT.
B. DECLARING JUNE 13, 2011 AS NATIONAL ARBOR DAY.
C. DECLARING JUNE 13, 2011 AS DILLARD CENTER FOR THE ARTS’ JAZZ ENSEMBLE DAY.
VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION TO “BOYS TO MEN CLUB” OF LAUDERHILL MIDDLE SCHOOL.
B. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO LAUDERHILL RESIDENT, LORA THOMSON
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-125: TO AMEND THE TAX IMPOSED AND LEVIED ON TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES TO PROVIDE RATES PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 202.19.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-128: AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, SECTION 2-236, ESTABLISHING ADVISORY COUNCIL, TO AMEND THE COMPOSITION OF THE ADVISORY COUNCIL TO ALLOW FOR EITHER FIVE (5) OR SEVEN (7) REGULAR MEMBERS.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-132: REPEALING SIENNA GREENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, AS THE DISTRICT DID NOT PASS BY A MAJORITY VOTE TO MOVE FORWARD; RESERVING SECTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
4. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-134: AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP IDENTIFIED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, CHANGING FROM OPEN SPACE AND RECREATIONAL (S-1) TO COMMERCIAL RECREATION (CR) LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS TRACT “A”, INVERRARY COUNTRY CLUB, TOGETHER WITH THOSE PARCELS OF LAND DESCRIBED HEREIN AND MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE EAST GOLD COURSE AND WEST GOLF COURSE.
5. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-06-135: AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS AND PERTAINING TO ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES; BY REPEALING ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC) AND GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICTS.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:
6. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-124: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES LOCAL BUSINESS TAXES TO RATES BY FIVE PERCENT (5%) AS IS REASONABLE AND NECESSARY AND AS IS AUTHORIZED BY FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 205.0535(4).
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-85: APPROVING THE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN CROWN CASTLE SOUTH, L.L.C., ON BEHALF OF NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC., AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CURRENT GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR ITS TELECOMMUNICATIONS SITE LOCATED AT 2000 CITY HALL DRIVE (BU# 812072) FOR FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL FIVE (5) YEAR RENEWALS.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-86: APPROVING THE REVISED FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK. Removed from Agenda.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-87: AWARDING THE BID TO PROFESSIONAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM THE APPROPRIATE BUDGET CODE NUMBER. Removed from the Agenda.
COMMISSION
10. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-88: NAMING THE CITY GARAGE AFTER MIKE LAROCHE IN HIS MEMORY AFTER HIS MANY YEARS OF HARD WORK AND DEDICATION TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).
DEES
11. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-91: APPROVING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO PROVIDE COST SHARE SUPPORT OF A WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVES PROGRAM TO BE COORDINATED BY BROWARD COUNTY WITHIN THE CITY’S WATER UTILITY SERVICE AREAS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY TO CONDUCT SPECIFIC MEDIA PROMOTION, OUTREACH, ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH FOSTERING A COUNTYWIDE WATER CONSERVATION ETHIC IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR A FIVE (5) YEAR TERM; PROVIDING FOR A COST ALLOCATION TO THE CITY FOR THE FIRST YEAR IN THE AMOUNT OF $26,159.00; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-917-6307.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-96: ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL OF R.J. BEHAR & COMPANY, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $63,601.00 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE “PROMENADE ALONG STATE ROAD 7/U.S. 441 @ 11TH PLACE” TO INCLUDE MINOR ROAD, SIDEWALK, LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING DESIGNS.
FINANCE
13. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-97: RANKING THE PROPOSALS FOR AUDIT SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2011, 2012, AND 2013. Removed from the Agenda.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-98: APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (NSP3) SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S 2010 ACTION PLAN.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-99: AMENDING THE FUND BALANCE POLICY FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL. Tabled to workshop of June 20.
16. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-100: APPROVING THE 2011 AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE DIVISION AND DISTRIBUTION OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THE BROWARD COUNTY FIFTH CENT ADDITIONAL LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX ON MOTOR FUEL FOR TRANSIT.
17. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-101: APPROVING THE 2011 AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL PROVIDING FOR THE DIVISION AND DISTRIBUTION OF THE PROCEEDS OF THE LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX IMPOSED BY THE BROWARD COUNTY LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX ORDINANCE.
18. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-102: APPROVING THE 2011 AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE DIVISION AND DISTRIBUTION OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THE BROWARD COUNTY ADDITIONAL LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX ON MOTOR FUEL ORDINANCE.
PALS
19. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-103: APPROVING THE RECIPROCAL USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY LAUDERHILL AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA PROVIDING FOR THE SHARING OF RESOURCES FOR OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND RECREATION FACILITIES AND FOR EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING PROGRAMS.
20. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-104: APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND BROWARD COUNTY FOR THE PROVISION OF COMMUNITY BUS SERVICES WHICH IS EFFECTIVE THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2012, WITH TWO ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR OPTIONS TO EXTEND AVAILABLE; PROVIDING FOR A REDUCTION IN BUS ROUTE REVENUE HOURS ON ALL FIVE ROUTES FROM 60 SERVICE HOURS PER WEEK TO 36 SERVICE HOURS PER WEEK; REFLECTING THE CORRESPONDING DECREASE IN ANNUAL OPERATING FUNDING DUE TO THE REDUCTION IN SERVICE HOURS. Passes 4-1, Mayor Kaplan voting against. Mayor Kaplan expressed that there will be those that could lose their jobs by restricting the hours. He proposed an alternative which was not considered by staff or the Commission.
21. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-105: EXERCISING ITS LAST OPTION TO EXTEND THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LIMOUSINES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE; PROVIDING THAT THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TAKE EFFECT RETROACTIVELY COMMENCING AUGUST 11, 2010 AND ENDING ON AUGUST 10, 2011 WITH NO REMAINING OPTIONS TO RENEW; PROVIDING SECOND ADDENDUM TO INCLUDE REDUCTION IN HOURS FOR SERVICE ROUTES FROM 60 HOURS PER WEEK TO 36 HOURS PER WEEK.
HR
22. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-106: 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, 2011 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 AT AN INCREASE OF 5.82%.
POLICE
23. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-06-107: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF ABANDONED PROPERTY FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,614.93 FOR THE PURCHASE OF METAL TARGET SYSTEMS FOR FIREARMS QUALIFICATIONS FROM THE LOW QUOTE, LAW ENFORCEMENT TARGETS; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 001-247-0300.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
New Garbage Company for Lauderhill Starts July 1
The City of Lauderhill has approved a new contract to change our garbage removal company from Waste Management to Republic Service, a Lauderhill business with offices on 31st Ave.Waste Management has been serving the city for over 30 years, however Republic Service (a/k/a All Service Refuse) was the service provider for the newly annexed SE area of the city. By state law, and expiration of existing contracts, the city was able to merge the service providers back to one company at this time.
Republic Service is separately entering into a partnership with SWS to provide some of the garbage service to Lauderhill, which will overall reduce the costs to residents and businesses.
Effective July 1, the new service will begin, and new trash containers will be distributed to residents. The service will stay the same, except that all Lauderhill residents will have a reduction in their garbage costs.
The SE area will see the largest deduction of about 40% (because the county contract that just expired was higher than the rest of Lauderhill). All other residents will see a drop of over 20%. New citywide regular (not backdoor) residential house collection rates will be reduced to $15.00 for the 96 gallon container.
NOTE: The recycling contract is a separate service which will continue as it is now, but is up for new bids. So the service provider could change in the future. Waste Management continues to provide this service.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Lauderhill Community to Design Rare Multigenerational Playground
City of Lauderhill, FLIPANY, Humana Inc. and KaBOOM! host design day Thurs., June 16 for first-of-its-kind play and interactive space for all generations
WHAT: The City of Lauderhill Parks and Leisure Services Department, Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth (FLIPANY), Humana, Inc., and organizers from KaBOOM! will host a playground Design Day for children and seniors at the Environ Cultural Center in Lauderhill on Thurs., June 16. More than 50 community residents and children will play a direct role in planning and designing a multigenerational playground that will be built at Ruth Rothkopf Park on Wed., Aug. 3 at Ruth Rothkopf Park.
Design day will begin with area children drawing their DREAM playground. Kids from the community will put crayon to paper and draw what will ultimately become a reality. In fact, the elements of their drawings will be incorporated into the final design. Design Day will also be the first meeting of the playground planning committee that will work over the next seven weeks to plan and prepare for construction of the new playground.
Volunteers from Humana and the community will build the new, 2,500 sq. ft. community playground. This unique space will also include five standalone exercise stations for adults and senior citizens to enjoy. In addition, volunteers will build new picnic tables, benches, shade areas and an enhanced walking path.
WHY: The new Lauderhill community playground will provide a safe place to play for more than 1,200 children along with their parents and grandparents. Currently, children who play at Ruth Rothkopf Park only have a small amount of old, out-dated equipment to enjoy. The new multigenerational playground will accommodate people of all ages and abilities and provide a diverse gathering area for Lauderhill residents.
This innovative space will be the first playground funded by Humana through a partnership with KaBOOM! For 15 years, KaBOOM!, a national nonprofit whose vision is to create a great place to play within walking distance of every child in America, has been building playgrounds to fight Play Deficit (the lack of play in the lives of America’s children). This lack of play is having profound consequences on kids’ health and well-being. Today’s kids spend less time playing outside than any previous generation in part because only 1-in-5 children live within walking distance of a park or playground.
Humana, Florida’s largest Medicare health benefits company, is commemorating its 50th anniversary in August by donating funds, resources and time to this project in an effort to show gratitude to the South Florida community for its support over the years and to promote lifelong well-being for its citizens.
WHEN: Thursday, June 16
Noon to 1 p.m. Children designing their dream playground
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers participating in planning meeting
WHERE: Environ Cultural Center, 3800 Environ Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33319
VISUALS: Children drawing their dream playgrounds. Also, representatives from Humana, KaBOOM! and the City of Lauderhill will do a site walk to explore the current space at Ruth Rothkopf Park.
WHAT: The City of Lauderhill Parks and Leisure Services Department, Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth (FLIPANY), Humana, Inc., and organizers from KaBOOM! will host a playground Design Day for children and seniors at the Environ Cultural Center in Lauderhill on Thurs., June 16. More than 50 community residents and children will play a direct role in planning and designing a multigenerational playground that will be built at Ruth Rothkopf Park on Wed., Aug. 3 at Ruth Rothkopf Park.
Design day will begin with area children drawing their DREAM playground. Kids from the community will put crayon to paper and draw what will ultimately become a reality. In fact, the elements of their drawings will be incorporated into the final design. Design Day will also be the first meeting of the playground planning committee that will work over the next seven weeks to plan and prepare for construction of the new playground.
Volunteers from Humana and the community will build the new, 2,500 sq. ft. community playground. This unique space will also include five standalone exercise stations for adults and senior citizens to enjoy. In addition, volunteers will build new picnic tables, benches, shade areas and an enhanced walking path.
WHY: The new Lauderhill community playground will provide a safe place to play for more than 1,200 children along with their parents and grandparents. Currently, children who play at Ruth Rothkopf Park only have a small amount of old, out-dated equipment to enjoy. The new multigenerational playground will accommodate people of all ages and abilities and provide a diverse gathering area for Lauderhill residents.
This innovative space will be the first playground funded by Humana through a partnership with KaBOOM! For 15 years, KaBOOM!, a national nonprofit whose vision is to create a great place to play within walking distance of every child in America, has been building playgrounds to fight Play Deficit (the lack of play in the lives of America’s children). This lack of play is having profound consequences on kids’ health and well-being. Today’s kids spend less time playing outside than any previous generation in part because only 1-in-5 children live within walking distance of a park or playground.
Humana, Florida’s largest Medicare health benefits company, is commemorating its 50th anniversary in August by donating funds, resources and time to this project in an effort to show gratitude to the South Florida community for its support over the years and to promote lifelong well-being for its citizens.
WHEN: Thursday, June 16
Noon to 1 p.m. Children designing their dream playground
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers participating in planning meeting
WHERE: Environ Cultural Center, 3800 Environ Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33319
VISUALS: Children drawing their dream playgrounds. Also, representatives from Humana, KaBOOM! and the City of Lauderhill will do a site walk to explore the current space at Ruth Rothkopf Park.
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Unveiling of the City Hall SILVER LEED Sign & Arbor Day Celebration
Celebrate the unveiling at the Lauderhill City Hall on June 21, 2011 at 4:30 PM.
Thursday, June 09, 2011
ANOTHER KaBOOM PLAYGROUND ON ITS WAY
The City of Lauderhill has be awarded to again be the recipient of a fresh new KaBOOM! Playground.Our corporate sponsor is HUMANA!!!!!!!
This playground is being planned to be an interactive multi-generational playground to fit within the community of Inverrary.
Important dates:
** Design Day - Thursday June 16th
** Build Day - Wednesday August 3rd at Ruth Rothkoph Park, off Inverrary Blvd. and 44th Street.
Congrats to the Inverrary community and families!! Ruth Rothkopf Park here we come!
Times and additional places to be announced………
Monday, June 06, 2011
Police Blotter - Arrests
1) Detective XXXXXX arrested XXXXXXX for forcibly removing a gold necklace from an elderly woman's neck. It occurred near the bus stop in the 3100 block of NW 19th Street (Lauderhill Point) The arrestee was picked up in the Swap Shop.
2) A few days ago, a juvenile was arrested for Burglary at XXXX NW 3 Street. The juvenile removed a lap top, Wii game and a play station system. A second juvenile is being sought.
3) Detective XXXXXX arrested a juvenile for Attempted Burglary at XXXX NW 82 Ave. A full confession was obtained along with information about a gang at Piper High.
4) Two more people were arrested for Burglary. XXXXX from Lauderhill and XXXXX from Plantation entered XXXX NW 46 Ave.#X and removed a flat screen tv, laptop and cellphone. All property has been recovered.
5) Officers on the east side of our city responded to a burglary in process where three male adults were arrested. The break-in occurred at XXXX NW 18 Place (West Kenlark). All property has been recovered. One adult lives a block away, a second in Driftwood on 19th Street and 31 Ave and a third in Ft.Lauderdale.
6) XXXX XXXXX of XXXX NW 14 St. Lauderhill, was arrested for Burglary on Wednesday, for entering the residence at XXXX NW 43 Terrace. The arrestee's partner, XXXXX XXXXXX from Plantation was also arrested for Burglary as he waited outside.
7) A man was arrested Monday night after robbing a CVS pharmacy and then leaving a trail of cash and other items that helped police find him inside a nearby laundry mat, authorities said. A man robbed the CVS pharmacy along the 5500 block of Oakland Park Boulevard at gunpoint. He took an undetermined amount of money from the register and other items from the store. While running away, the man dropped cash and some other items, leaving a trail that led police to a laundry mat at the 7 Star plaza where the suspect was apprehended.
8) XXXX XXXX was arrested at a traffic stop in the 5500 block of Oakland Park Blvd. He had an active warrant for his arrest for Driving while License Suspended. He was also charged with cannabis possession and violating his felony probation.
9) XXX XXXXX was arrested for aggravated domestic battery at XXXX NW 46 Ave. #XXX.
10) XXXXX XXXXXXX was arrested in a burglary in process as officers surrounded the building, he was on the roof removing an A/C unit. He was arrested at XXXX NW 19th Street.
11) XXXX XXXXXX was arrested in Cypress Grove during a disturbance.
12) XXXXXX XXXXXX was arrested in John Mullin Park when an officer was talking to him when a colt 38 cal fell out of his pant leg. He also had an active traffic warrant an no CCF license.
13) Crime Suppression Unit watched as two juveniles were looking into windows at XXXX La Mirage. When traffic went by, they ducked into bushes. Both were taken into custody for Loitering and Attempted Burglary.
14) Two juveniles were loitering in front of the convenience store at XXXX Pine Island Road. One provided a false name the other had cannabis. Both were arrested.
15) XXXX XXXXXX was arrested at Flamingo Liquors after a call about the person selling DVD's and threatening with a gun. As officers attempted to frisk the person, he attempted to flee but was restrained. He had 10.5 grams of cannabis on his person and was arrested for drugs and battery on a law enforcement officer.
16) Armed Robbery occurred in Cypress Grove where three males forcibly took fifty dollars and a bottle of liquor.
17) A second robbery occurred in Cypress Grove in an elevator where one male pulled out a revolver and demanded money. Two shots fired but no one struck.
18)Armed robbery in the 2000 block of NW 49 Ave where a juvenile grabbed an IPOD. Officers located and arrested the juvenile at XXXX NW 20 Street. Property was returned.
19) Officer XXXXX arrested two juveniles who were riding ATVs and fleeing police in the 4000 block of NW 16 Street. The city seized the ATV.
20) Two court ordered drug search warrants were conducted by the swat team:
XXXX NW 16th Street - Four arrests
Sale and Delivery of Cocaine
Possession of a Stolen Firearm by a convicted felon
Possession of Cannabis
Possession of Cocaine
One firearm seized, 4 grams of cocaine and 10 grams of cannabis
XXXX NW 46th Ave #X (King's Row) - Two arrests
Sale and Delivery of Cannabis and Cocaine
Outstanding warrants on both
One shotgun and three handguns seized
Two bulletproof vests
Apt had surveillance cameras
183 grams of Cannabis seized
30 ecstasy pills seized
$1,100 cash seized
2) A few days ago, a juvenile was arrested for Burglary at XXXX NW 3 Street. The juvenile removed a lap top, Wii game and a play station system. A second juvenile is being sought.
3) Detective XXXXXX arrested a juvenile for Attempted Burglary at XXXX NW 82 Ave. A full confession was obtained along with information about a gang at Piper High.
4) Two more people were arrested for Burglary. XXXXX from Lauderhill and XXXXX from Plantation entered XXXX NW 46 Ave.#X and removed a flat screen tv, laptop and cellphone. All property has been recovered.
5) Officers on the east side of our city responded to a burglary in process where three male adults were arrested. The break-in occurred at XXXX NW 18 Place (West Kenlark). All property has been recovered. One adult lives a block away, a second in Driftwood on 19th Street and 31 Ave and a third in Ft.Lauderdale.
6) XXXX XXXXX of XXXX NW 14 St. Lauderhill, was arrested for Burglary on Wednesday, for entering the residence at XXXX NW 43 Terrace. The arrestee's partner, XXXXX XXXXXX from Plantation was also arrested for Burglary as he waited outside.
7) A man was arrested Monday night after robbing a CVS pharmacy and then leaving a trail of cash and other items that helped police find him inside a nearby laundry mat, authorities said. A man robbed the CVS pharmacy along the 5500 block of Oakland Park Boulevard at gunpoint. He took an undetermined amount of money from the register and other items from the store. While running away, the man dropped cash and some other items, leaving a trail that led police to a laundry mat at the 7 Star plaza where the suspect was apprehended.
8) XXXX XXXX was arrested at a traffic stop in the 5500 block of Oakland Park Blvd. He had an active warrant for his arrest for Driving while License Suspended. He was also charged with cannabis possession and violating his felony probation.
9) XXX XXXXX was arrested for aggravated domestic battery at XXXX NW 46 Ave. #XXX.
10) XXXXX XXXXXXX was arrested in a burglary in process as officers surrounded the building, he was on the roof removing an A/C unit. He was arrested at XXXX NW 19th Street.
11) XXXX XXXXXX was arrested in Cypress Grove during a disturbance.
12) XXXXXX XXXXXX was arrested in John Mullin Park when an officer was talking to him when a colt 38 cal fell out of his pant leg. He also had an active traffic warrant an no CCF license.
13) Crime Suppression Unit watched as two juveniles were looking into windows at XXXX La Mirage. When traffic went by, they ducked into bushes. Both were taken into custody for Loitering and Attempted Burglary.
14) Two juveniles were loitering in front of the convenience store at XXXX Pine Island Road. One provided a false name the other had cannabis. Both were arrested.
15) XXXX XXXXXX was arrested at Flamingo Liquors after a call about the person selling DVD's and threatening with a gun. As officers attempted to frisk the person, he attempted to flee but was restrained. He had 10.5 grams of cannabis on his person and was arrested for drugs and battery on a law enforcement officer.
16) Armed Robbery occurred in Cypress Grove where three males forcibly took fifty dollars and a bottle of liquor.
17) A second robbery occurred in Cypress Grove in an elevator where one male pulled out a revolver and demanded money. Two shots fired but no one struck.
18)Armed robbery in the 2000 block of NW 49 Ave where a juvenile grabbed an IPOD. Officers located and arrested the juvenile at XXXX NW 20 Street. Property was returned.
19) Officer XXXXX arrested two juveniles who were riding ATVs and fleeing police in the 4000 block of NW 16 Street. The city seized the ATV.
20) Two court ordered drug search warrants were conducted by the swat team:
XXXX NW 16th Street - Four arrests
Sale and Delivery of Cocaine
Possession of a Stolen Firearm by a convicted felon
Possession of Cannabis
Possession of Cocaine
One firearm seized, 4 grams of cocaine and 10 grams of cannabis
XXXX NW 46th Ave #X (King's Row) - Two arrests
Sale and Delivery of Cannabis and Cocaine
Outstanding warrants on both
One shotgun and three handguns seized
Two bulletproof vests
Apt had surveillance cameras
183 grams of Cannabis seized
30 ecstasy pills seized
$1,100 cash seized
Friday, June 03, 2011
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Lauderhill Arts Center (LAC) Resident Artist is Chosen for an International Exhibition in Egypt
Lauderhill, FL USA…. Bibliotheca Alexandrina International Biennale for Miniature Graphics has selected two works from LAC resident artist, Liliana Gerardi for its permanent collection. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Alexandria Library) is located in ancient city of Alexandria, Egypt and its annual international exhibit for miniature art features printmaking from all over the world, in its most ancient to most avant-garde forms.Ms. Gerardi, one of the original artists-in-residence at the LAC, was born in Argentina. Ms. Gerardi earned a Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts from the Universidad Nacional De Cuyo with a Major in Printmaking. Since moving the United States in 2000, Ms. Gerardi has demonstrated a strong commitment to spread engraving techniques in the South Florida area. She conducts classes at the LAC in printmaking and volunteers to teach printmaking at Parkway Middle School in Lauderhill.
Ms. Gerardi describes her own art as“…ranging from symbolic to abstract. I am inspired by primitive art, aboriginal art, as well as art with spiritual significance.” Since 1990, she has participated in exhibitions in Argentina, Mexico, Panama, Brazil, Spain, Belgium, France, The United Kingdom and Japan.
Ms. Gerardi’s printmaking and other works of art are on exhibit at the Lauderhill Arts Center, located at 5450 NW 19th Street in Lauderhill. The LAC and the Lauderhill Art, Culture, and Tourism Board will host the Opening Reception of the Juried Group Exhibition of Small Works on Saturday, June 4th, 2011, from 6 pm until 10 pm at the LAC. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy! Call 954-714-1534 for more information.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Lauderhill’s Summer Camp Program Is Now Accepting Registrations
The City of Lauderhill Parks & Leisure Services Department is now accepting SUMMER CAMP 2011 Registrations.
CAMP DATES: June 13th through Aug 19th
CAMP TIMES: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm (Monday – Friday)
AGES: Kindergarten – entering 6th grade (5-12 years old)
No Pre-K!
CAMP LOCATION: Veterans Park - 7600 NW 50th Street or
Sadkin Community Center - 1176 NW 42nd Way
COST: $140 / every two weeks for residents
$180 / every two weeks for non-residents
*FAMILY CENTRAL ACCEPTED*
(ADVANCE PAYMENT TOTAL: $700 for residents, $900 for non-residents)
FULL REGISTRATION INCLUDES: lunch, snacks, one camp t-shirt, arts and crafts, and select field trips.
REGISTER NOW at the following locations: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill 33351, 954-572-1459; or the Sadkin Center, 1176 NW 42nd Way, Lauderhill 33313, 321-2450.
Summer camp services are provided by ASP, INC. Call 954-596-9000 or contact Daphne Brown at 954-321-2454 for more information.
CAMP DATES: June 13th through Aug 19th
CAMP TIMES: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm (Monday – Friday)
AGES: Kindergarten – entering 6th grade (5-12 years old)
No Pre-K!
CAMP LOCATION: Veterans Park - 7600 NW 50th Street or
Sadkin Community Center - 1176 NW 42nd Way
COST: $140 / every two weeks for residents
$180 / every two weeks for non-residents
*FAMILY CENTRAL ACCEPTED*
(ADVANCE PAYMENT TOTAL: $700 for residents, $900 for non-residents)
FULL REGISTRATION INCLUDES: lunch, snacks, one camp t-shirt, arts and crafts, and select field trips.
REGISTER NOW at the following locations: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill 33351, 954-572-1459; or the Sadkin Center, 1176 NW 42nd Way, Lauderhill 33313, 321-2450.
Summer camp services are provided by ASP, INC. Call 954-596-9000 or contact Daphne Brown at 954-321-2454 for more information.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Community Development Block Grants Announced
The Department of HUD has announced that the City of Lauderhill is estimated to receive $843,850 in CDBG Funds for the upcoming year. This is a reduction from $1,011,553 from the present year.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Notes of the Commission Meeting of May 9
On May 9, the City Commission held a Regular Commission Meeting, and the following are notes of interest (all items passed unanimously unless otherwise indicated):
VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO BANK ATLANTIC AND CITY COUNTY CREDIT UNION.
B. NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-122: APPROVING THE FRANCHISE WITH REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE TO PROVIDE REFUSE COLLECTION, REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2011 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016. Second Reading will be May 23, 2011 at 5:30 pm at a Special Commission Meeting.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-123: TO CREATE A SECOND TIER FOR FIREFIGHTERS HIRED ON OR AFTER OCTOBER 1, 2009.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-124: LOCAL BUSINESS TAXES TO RATES BY FIVE PERCENT (5%) AS IS REASONABLE AND NECESSARY AND AS IS AUTHORIZED BY FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 205.0535(4).
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-75: APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-76: APPROVING THE REVOCABLE LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL RELATIVE TO THE INITIAL LANDSCAPING, GROUNDS, IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM AND FOR THE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF ANY SUCH IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM RELATIVE TO THE CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK.
COMMISSION
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-79: APPROVING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD TO DISBURSE FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,725.00 TO THE ENDEAVOR PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER FOR THE PURCHASE OF CD PLAYERS FOR THE CLASSROOMS.
DEES
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-80: APPROVING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT TO RIC-MAN INTERNATIONAL, INC. FOR EMERGENCY REPAIR SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $59,520.00 DUE TO DAMAGE TO THE CITY’S 24” WATER MAIN PIPE LOCATED AT INVERRARY BOULEVARD WEST AND OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD CAUSED BY HYPOWER, INC., A CONTRACTOR FOR FPL FIBERNET, LLC, DURING EXPLORATORY EXCAVATION; PROVIDING PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-931-6310 UNTIL AN INSURANCE CLAIM CAN BE PROCESSED.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-81: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) FORD F450 4x2 REGULAR CAB 165” WHEEL BASE 84” CAB TO AXLE UTILITY CRANE TRUCKS FROM ALAN JAY FLEET AUTOMOTIVE BASED UPON THE AWARD OF CONTRACT BY THE FLORIDA STATE CONTRACT #071-000-11-1 FROM THE DIVISION OF STATE PURCHASING; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $118,395.40 FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-931-6420.
VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO BANK ATLANTIC AND CITY COUNTY CREDIT UNION.
B. NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-122: APPROVING THE FRANCHISE WITH REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE TO PROVIDE REFUSE COLLECTION, REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2011 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016. Second Reading will be May 23, 2011 at 5:30 pm at a Special Commission Meeting.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-123: TO CREATE A SECOND TIER FOR FIREFIGHTERS HIRED ON OR AFTER OCTOBER 1, 2009.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-05-124: LOCAL BUSINESS TAXES TO RATES BY FIVE PERCENT (5%) AS IS REASONABLE AND NECESSARY AND AS IS AUTHORIZED BY FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 205.0535(4).
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-75: APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-76: APPROVING THE REVOCABLE LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL RELATIVE TO THE INITIAL LANDSCAPING, GROUNDS, IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM AND FOR THE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF ANY SUCH IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM RELATIVE TO THE CULTURAL CENTER AND LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK.
COMMISSION
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-79: APPROVING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD TO DISBURSE FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,725.00 TO THE ENDEAVOR PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER FOR THE PURCHASE OF CD PLAYERS FOR THE CLASSROOMS.
DEES
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-80: APPROVING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT TO RIC-MAN INTERNATIONAL, INC. FOR EMERGENCY REPAIR SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $59,520.00 DUE TO DAMAGE TO THE CITY’S 24” WATER MAIN PIPE LOCATED AT INVERRARY BOULEVARD WEST AND OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD CAUSED BY HYPOWER, INC., A CONTRACTOR FOR FPL FIBERNET, LLC, DURING EXPLORATORY EXCAVATION; PROVIDING PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-931-6310 UNTIL AN INSURANCE CLAIM CAN BE PROCESSED.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-05-81: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) FORD F450 4x2 REGULAR CAB 165” WHEEL BASE 84” CAB TO AXLE UTILITY CRANE TRUCKS FROM ALAN JAY FLEET AUTOMOTIVE BASED UPON THE AWARD OF CONTRACT BY THE FLORIDA STATE CONTRACT #071-000-11-1 FROM THE DIVISION OF STATE PURCHASING; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $118,395.40 FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-931-6420.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Monday, May 16, 2011
Friday, May 13, 2011
Lauderhill Broncos Youth Football and Cheer Program Registration
An Open House Registration Party is scheduled for Saturday, May 14 from 12 noon to 3 PM, at West Ken Lark Community Center.
Athletes, Parents, Volunteers and Coaches are needed.
For more information go to www.lauderhillbroncos.org or call 954-826-0100.
Athletes, Parents, Volunteers and Coaches are needed.
For more information go to www.lauderhillbroncos.org or call 954-826-0100.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Lauderhill Plans to Cut Back Community Shuttle Buses
On May 16 at 6:30 pm at the Lauderhill City Hall, the City Commission will be voting on cutting back the hours on the 5 Lauderhill Community Shuttle Buses from 60 hours/week to 36 hours/week. The reason for the reduced hours is to reduce the cost of the bus system to the city by approximately $195,000.
Over the years, the Broward County has been reducing the support for the Community Shuttle Bus Program, and now only provides $15/revenue hour. The cost is just under $32/revenue hour to operate, which the difference is paid for by the city.
Previously, Mayor Kaplan was the only vote against the recent prior budget adjustment which reduced funding for the Shuttle Bus system.
All routes and times will be effected.
Over the years, the Broward County has been reducing the support for the Community Shuttle Bus Program, and now only provides $15/revenue hour. The cost is just under $32/revenue hour to operate, which the difference is paid for by the city.
Previously, Mayor Kaplan was the only vote against the recent prior budget adjustment which reduced funding for the Shuttle Bus system.
All routes and times will be effected.
Saturday, May 07, 2011
A Message about Accredition from the Police Chief
I am proud to announce that the Lauderhill Police Department has been recommended to be re-accredited by the Florida Commission on Law Enforcement Accreditation. The recommendation will be submitted to the full Florida Commission on June 30, 2011 in Bonita Springs, Florida.
An accreditation program has long been recognized as a means of maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Schools, universities, and hospitals are some of the well known organizations that mandate accreditation. Only about a third of the law enforcement organizations in Florida are accredited of which the Lauderhill Police Department has been since 2005.
The accreditation process requires an in-depth review of every aspect of the police department’s organization , management, operations, and administration. Three State assessors from out of the area spent the last three days reviewing our policies and procedures including such areas as training, vehicle stops, arrests, use of force, and evidence collection. The review includes evidence that the policies and procedures have been followed the past three years. The assessors reviewed files, conducted interviews, rode with officers and observed all operations.
There are 261 mandated State standards that must be passed to maintain accredited status. Accreditation serves as a yardstick to measure the effectiveness of the department’s programs and services. The services provided are defined, and uniformity of service is assured.
Our employees take pride in knowing that we achieved re-accreditation which shows our excellence and competence as one of the best agencies in law enforcement.
Chief Ken Pachnek
City of Lauderhill Police Department
An accreditation program has long been recognized as a means of maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Schools, universities, and hospitals are some of the well known organizations that mandate accreditation. Only about a third of the law enforcement organizations in Florida are accredited of which the Lauderhill Police Department has been since 2005.
The accreditation process requires an in-depth review of every aspect of the police department’s organization , management, operations, and administration. Three State assessors from out of the area spent the last three days reviewing our policies and procedures including such areas as training, vehicle stops, arrests, use of force, and evidence collection. The review includes evidence that the policies and procedures have been followed the past three years. The assessors reviewed files, conducted interviews, rode with officers and observed all operations.
There are 261 mandated State standards that must be passed to maintain accredited status. Accreditation serves as a yardstick to measure the effectiveness of the department’s programs and services. The services provided are defined, and uniformity of service is assured.
Our employees take pride in knowing that we achieved re-accreditation which shows our excellence and competence as one of the best agencies in law enforcement.
Chief Ken Pachnek
City of Lauderhill Police Department
Thursday, May 05, 2011
Notes of the Commission Meeting of April 25
On April 25, the City Commission held a Regular Commission Meeting, and the following were acted upon (all items passed unaminously unless otherwise provided):
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-122: APPROVING THE FRANCHISE WITH REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE TO PROVIDE REFUSE COLLECTION, REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2011 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016. Withdrawn from Agenda.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-117: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV, CITY COMMISSION, SECTION 2-169, PRESIDING OFFICER AND ALTERNATE PRESIDING OFFICER (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER HAYWARD J. BENSON, JR.). Passed 4-1 with Mayor Kaplan voting against.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-118: APPROVING THE SIX MONTH REVIEW BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE AMENDMENTS, AND ROLL-FORWARDS FOR FUNDS; REFLECTING ADJUSTMENTS TO VARIOUS REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTS; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS. Passed 4-1 with Mayor Kaplan voting against.
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-60: APPROVING THE 12th AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND CONTRACT COMMUNITIES, INCLUDING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, DATED NOVEMBER 25, 1986 FOR SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES, PROVIDING FOR THE RESOURCE RECOVERY BOARD TO SET TIPPING FEES BASED UPON ACTUAL COST OF MAINTAINING AND FUNDING THE RESOURCE RECOVERY SYSTEM BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2011; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-61: APPROVING THE ARTIST AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND MICHELLE GUTLOVE FOR SCULPTURAL DESIGN, FABRICATION, DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION AT CITY HALL.
DEES
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-65: APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR A THIRTY-FIVE FOOT (35’) WIDE ADDITION TO THE EXISTING FIFTEEN FOOT (15’) WIDE EASEMENT FOR AN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT TO BE FUNDED BY THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT TO REPLACE THE EXISTING PUBLIC PATHWAY WITH A LANDSCAPED AND LIGHTED MEANDERING PUBLIC PEDESTRIAN PATHWAY TO THE TURNPIKE OVERPASS; PROVIDING FOR A GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $255,000.00 WITH NO MATCH REQUIREMENTS.
FINANCE
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-66: APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR BUSINESS RECOVERY CENTER(S) TO BE ACTIVATED IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY OR DISASTER; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-67: APPROVING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT (ESG) FUNDING FOR HOMELESS PREVENTION ASSISTANCE (CONTRACT NO. 11-FSAD-8154-1.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-68: APPROVING A LOAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $380,000.00 TO THE WINDERMERE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION TO FURTHER THE HEALTH AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COMMON AREAS WITHIN THE WINDERMERE COMMUNITY; PROVIDING THAT THIS FUNDING IS CURRENTLY PROVIDED THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM.
PALS
10. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-71: APPROVING THE SITE AGREEMENT FOR NUTRITIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND BROWARD MEALS-ON- WHEELS FOR ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS OF THE SADKIN COMMUNITY/SENIOR CENTER; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT.
HR
11. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-73: APPROVING AND RATIFYING THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE, #161 IN EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2010 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY.
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:
12. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-74: GRANTING TO THE OWNER, BALKANI REALTY, INC., A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER WITH CONDITIONS TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT AN AUTOMOTIVE BODY REPAIR USE AT 6440-6464 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA. Fails 0-5.
NEW BUSINESS:
A Special Commission Meeting was agreed upon for May 23, 2011 at 5:30 PM to act upon Ordinance No. 11O-04-122 listed above.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-122: APPROVING THE FRANCHISE WITH REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE TO PROVIDE REFUSE COLLECTION, REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2011 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016. Withdrawn from Agenda.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-117: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV, CITY COMMISSION, SECTION 2-169, PRESIDING OFFICER AND ALTERNATE PRESIDING OFFICER (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER HAYWARD J. BENSON, JR.). Passed 4-1 with Mayor Kaplan voting against.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-118: APPROVING THE SIX MONTH REVIEW BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE AMENDMENTS, AND ROLL-FORWARDS FOR FUNDS; REFLECTING ADJUSTMENTS TO VARIOUS REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTS; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS. Passed 4-1 with Mayor Kaplan voting against.
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-60: APPROVING THE 12th AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND CONTRACT COMMUNITIES, INCLUDING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, DATED NOVEMBER 25, 1986 FOR SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES, PROVIDING FOR THE RESOURCE RECOVERY BOARD TO SET TIPPING FEES BASED UPON ACTUAL COST OF MAINTAINING AND FUNDING THE RESOURCE RECOVERY SYSTEM BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2011; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-61: APPROVING THE ARTIST AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND MICHELLE GUTLOVE FOR SCULPTURAL DESIGN, FABRICATION, DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION AT CITY HALL.
DEES
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-65: APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR A THIRTY-FIVE FOOT (35’) WIDE ADDITION TO THE EXISTING FIFTEEN FOOT (15’) WIDE EASEMENT FOR AN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT TO BE FUNDED BY THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION GRANT TO REPLACE THE EXISTING PUBLIC PATHWAY WITH A LANDSCAPED AND LIGHTED MEANDERING PUBLIC PEDESTRIAN PATHWAY TO THE TURNPIKE OVERPASS; PROVIDING FOR A GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $255,000.00 WITH NO MATCH REQUIREMENTS.
FINANCE
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-66: APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR BUSINESS RECOVERY CENTER(S) TO BE ACTIVATED IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY OR DISASTER; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-67: APPROVING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT (ESG) FUNDING FOR HOMELESS PREVENTION ASSISTANCE (CONTRACT NO. 11-FSAD-8154-1.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-68: APPROVING A LOAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $380,000.00 TO THE WINDERMERE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION TO FURTHER THE HEALTH AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COMMON AREAS WITHIN THE WINDERMERE COMMUNITY; PROVIDING THAT THIS FUNDING IS CURRENTLY PROVIDED THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM.
PALS
10. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-71: APPROVING THE SITE AGREEMENT FOR NUTRITIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND BROWARD MEALS-ON- WHEELS FOR ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS OF THE SADKIN COMMUNITY/SENIOR CENTER; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT.
HR
11. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-73: APPROVING AND RATIFYING THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE, #161 IN EFFECT FROM OCTOBER 1, 2010 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY.
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS:
QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:
12. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-74: GRANTING TO THE OWNER, BALKANI REALTY, INC., A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER WITH CONDITIONS TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT AN AUTOMOTIVE BODY REPAIR USE AT 6440-6464 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA. Fails 0-5.
NEW BUSINESS:
A Special Commission Meeting was agreed upon for May 23, 2011 at 5:30 PM to act upon Ordinance No. 11O-04-122 listed above.
Monday, May 02, 2011
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Residents Urged to Conserve Water as Broward Experiences Historic Drought
Broward County reminds all residents to conserve water in response to severe drought conditions and a March 21 Water Shortage Warning issued by the South Florida Water Management District.
During of February, Broward County received just 0.17 inches of rain, and from October through February Florida's Lower East Coast received less than half the average rainfall for this five-month period.
This lack of rainfall has caused surface and groundwater levels to decrease throughout the County, in the Water Conservation Areas and urban Broward County alike, with potential impacts on water supply. Lake Okeechobee, a secondary source of water for southeast Florida, is currently at an elevation of 11.61 feet, more than 2 feet below normal for this time of year.
Consequently, water from Lake Okeechobee is not available for delivery to the water conservation areas under these conditions. No significant rainfall is forecast in the coming weeks and based on La Niña conditions the below average rainfall is expected to persist through the dry season.
Residents are reminded that permanent water conservation measures limit landscape irrigation to two days a week. These measures are reinforced with the water shortage warning and Modified Phase II Landscape Irrigation Restrictions. Residences and businesses with an odd-numbered street address may water on Wednesdays and/or Saturdays, only before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. Residences and businesses with an even-numbered street address may water on Thursdays and/or Sundays, again only before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m.
Other water conservation tips include:
• Limit irrigation to just 20 minutes per zone to apply one-half to three-quarters inch of water.
• Use native and drought tolerant plants when considering new landscaping.
• Wash vehicles over grassy areas to allow water to soak into the ground.
• Fix any leaks you may have in your home, including toilets and dripping faucets.
• Replace inefficient water fixtures with low-flow versions.
• Operate dishwashers and clothes washers only when full.
During of February, Broward County received just 0.17 inches of rain, and from October through February Florida's Lower East Coast received less than half the average rainfall for this five-month period.
This lack of rainfall has caused surface and groundwater levels to decrease throughout the County, in the Water Conservation Areas and urban Broward County alike, with potential impacts on water supply. Lake Okeechobee, a secondary source of water for southeast Florida, is currently at an elevation of 11.61 feet, more than 2 feet below normal for this time of year.
Consequently, water from Lake Okeechobee is not available for delivery to the water conservation areas under these conditions. No significant rainfall is forecast in the coming weeks and based on La Niña conditions the below average rainfall is expected to persist through the dry season.
Residents are reminded that permanent water conservation measures limit landscape irrigation to two days a week. These measures are reinforced with the water shortage warning and Modified Phase II Landscape Irrigation Restrictions. Residences and businesses with an odd-numbered street address may water on Wednesdays and/or Saturdays, only before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. Residences and businesses with an even-numbered street address may water on Thursdays and/or Sundays, again only before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m.
Other water conservation tips include:
• Limit irrigation to just 20 minutes per zone to apply one-half to three-quarters inch of water.
• Use native and drought tolerant plants when considering new landscaping.
• Wash vehicles over grassy areas to allow water to soak into the ground.
• Fix any leaks you may have in your home, including toilets and dripping faucets.
• Replace inefficient water fixtures with low-flow versions.
• Operate dishwashers and clothes washers only when full.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Swim Lessons
SWIM LESSONS REGISTRATION March 21 - 26 April 11 - 16 May 2 - 7 May 23 - 28
REGISTRATION
June 13 - 18 July 4 - 9 July 25 - 30 August 15 - 20 September 5 -10 September 26 - October 1 October 17 - 22
CLASS June 20 - 30 July 11 - 21 August 1 - 11 August 22 - September 1 September 12 -22 October 3 - 13 October 24 - November 3
CLASS March 28 - April 7 April 18 - 28 May 9 - 19 May 31 - June 9
Veterans Park Pool 7600 NW 50 Street Lauderhill, FL 33351 Phone: 954.572.1459
Wolk Park Pool 1080 NW 42nd Way Lauderhill, FL 33313 Phone: 954.321.2465
Cost: $35 Residents/ $150 Non-Residents Class dates are subject to change NO SPRING CLASSES AT WOLK PARK POOL
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Lauderhill Credit Ratings for Bonds Goes Up
Standard and Poors has notified the City of Lauderhill that the city's credit ratings on two bonds has increased.
The City of Lauderhill, Florida, General Obligation Bonds has increased from "A" to "A+"
The City of Lauderhill, Florida, Certificate of Participation (City Hall Project) has increased from "A-" to "A"
The City of Lauderhill, Florida, General Obligation Bonds has increased from "A" to "A+"
The City of Lauderhill, Florida, Certificate of Participation (City Hall Project) has increased from "A-" to "A"
Thursday, April 21, 2011
LAUDERHILL SUMMER CAMP 2011
THE PARKS AND LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR SUMMER CAMP 2011!
DATES: Monday, June 13th – Friday, August 19th (no camp on Monday, July 4th) AGES: Children must be going into Kindergarten through 6th grade, ages 5-12 years old. (a birth certificate as proof of age is needed). SORRY – NO PRE-K!!!
SITES: Veterans Park – (max 100 children) and Sadkin Center – (max 50 children) FEES / CAMP HOURS Veterans Park/Sadkin Center 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Residents) $700.00 per child* 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Non-Residents) $900.00 per child*
*Fees include field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, one camp T-shirt, and trip transportation.
Optional Field Trips will be available at an additional cost.
Lunch and snacks will be provided to all campers free of charge through the Florida Summer Food Program.
Additional t-shirts may be purchased at $10 each. **Family Central accepted** – call ASP, Inc. 954-596-9000
PAYMENT/REFUND POLICY: Summer camp tuition will be collected on a bi-weekly basis. Your first payment of $140.00 (residents) or $180.00/non-residents is due at registration.
All payments will be collected in advance on Friday for the upcoming 2 week session.
Fees are non-refundable. Cash will not be accepted and there are no refunds.
If payment is not made by the first day of the new session, a $20.00 late fee will be added to your bi-weekly tuition. Bi-weekly payments ($140.00 for residents/$180.00 for non-residents) will be collected Monday through Thursday of the following weeks: the week of June 27th, the week of July 11th, the week of July 25th and the week of August 8th
GROUP/STAFF/SUPERVISION: Campers will be divided into groups according to the grade they will be entering in August. Campers will be supervised by our experienced and qualified camp directors and counselors. All staff members have been fingerprinted and background screened and meet the educational and medical requirements mandated by law.
The City of Lauderhill’s Summer Camp 2011 program will be operated by After School Programs, Inc “The Child Care Professionals”
LUNCHES: All lunch & snacks will be supplied by After School Programs, Inc. through The Florida Summer Food Program
PROGRAM: Fun weekly themes give campers the opportunity to learn, imagine and create while making new friends. Weekly organized activities may include sports & games, arts & crafts, music, dance, cooking, and swimming.
ALL OF THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THE CAMP. REGISTRATION INFORMATION *For additional information please call After School Programs, Inc. 954-596-9000 or Veterans Park 954-572-1459 Sadkin Community Center 954-321-2450
VETERANS PARK 7600 NW 50TH STREET (954) 572-1459 SADKIN COMMUNITY CENTER 1176 NW 42ND WAY (954) 321-2450
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION 1) Proof of residency (Drivers License, Utility bill, etc.). . 2) A birth certificate as proof of child’s age (5-12). 3) CHECK OR MONEY ORDERS ONLY ONSITE!!!!!! NO CREDIT CARD AND CASH CALL ASP, INC.
Families using Family Central are welcome Any individual who has a disability which requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate fully and effectively in this program should notify the Parks & Leisure Services Department at the time of registration.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Trinis Crowned 2011 Night Cricket Champions!!
Lauderhill - MAQ T20 International Night Cricket Tournament
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For the first time in ten seasons, Trinidad & Tobago defeated Jamaica by 13 runs to raise the Champions Mayor’s Cup of the renowned Lauderhill - MAQ T20 International Night Cricket Tournament. Last Saturday Night’s Championship Match had Jamaica defending its string of titles against Trinidad & Tobago who was competing in the finals for the second time at the Lauderhill Sport’s Park.
After losing the toss and invited to bat by the Jamaicans, Trinidad & Tobago captain and tournament MVP Timothy Surujbally hit a bazooka 66 from 29 balls to the lead the Trinis to 194 for 6 from 20 overs. Surujbally unleased five delightful fours and seven powerful sixes as he entertained the large crowd with delectable stroke play. After his dismissal, Leon Garrick slummed 50 runs from 40 balls including three fours and four sixes, while Joey Pierre scored 21 and Baliram Nayaik 18. Bowling for Jamaica, Herlando Johnson bagged 3 for 33, while Ken Wright grabbed 1 for 11, Andrew Williams 1 for 32 and Eian Thomas 1 for 37.
In reply, the Jamaicans run chase was blunted from the inception when Gaston Walker (4-0-37-1) had captained Ken Wright caught and bowled with the third ball of the innings for a duck. Ravi Samlal added to the Jamaicans early misery when he removed power hitters Steven Taylor for 22 and Mark Johnson for 17. The Jamaican’s batsmen struggled to assert themselves and were unable to construct any meaningful partnerships until Glen Anglin’s robust hitting allow them a chance of victory.
Anglin blasted 81 from 41 balls including six fours and seven sixes and shared a six wicket partnership with Keyonie Gayle who scored 20. The Jamaican’s innings ended on 181 in 18.3 overs as the curtains was brought down on another successful Lauderhill Maq T20 International Night Cricket Tournament with the Trinis leaping to victory after Herlando Johnson was brilliantly run out by Stephen Baboolal.
Through the endorsements of the South Florida Cricket Alliance and Florida Southeast Cricket League, the Night Cricket Tournament has achieved the reputation as cricket’s largest and most-popular night tournament. Underwritten by Cricket Council USA, a sports and entertainment management Company and the City of Lauderhill, this year’s tournament enjoying record-breaking crowds each Saturday night at the Lauderhill Sports Park were fans have been thrilled by the high level of cricket competition.
After the game, Mayor Richard J. Kaplan, City of Lauderhill and CCUSA CEO, Mohammed A. Qureshi award the Mayor’s Cup and winning purse from Cricket Council USA. Mr. Qureshi and Mayor Kaplan hailed the explosive Trinidad & Tobago team members, as they notched their first Championship.
The finals dubbed the “Cricket Night of Champions” were highlighted by an exhibition game by the members of the Worldwide Cricket Academy of Lauderhill, followed by the effervescent sounds of Steel Pan music by Jonathan Baboolal. The spectators were dazzled by special guest appearance by the SunDanz Dance Company cheerleaders and the South Florida Carnival Bandleaders featuring some of the 2011 masquerade bands in costume, with each band’s masqueraders wearing exotic and extravagant costumes.
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For the first time in ten seasons, Trinidad & Tobago defeated Jamaica by 13 runs to raise the Champions Mayor’s Cup of the renowned Lauderhill - MAQ T20 International Night Cricket Tournament. Last Saturday Night’s Championship Match had Jamaica defending its string of titles against Trinidad & Tobago who was competing in the finals for the second time at the Lauderhill Sport’s Park.
After losing the toss and invited to bat by the Jamaicans, Trinidad & Tobago captain and tournament MVP Timothy Surujbally hit a bazooka 66 from 29 balls to the lead the Trinis to 194 for 6 from 20 overs. Surujbally unleased five delightful fours and seven powerful sixes as he entertained the large crowd with delectable stroke play. After his dismissal, Leon Garrick slummed 50 runs from 40 balls including three fours and four sixes, while Joey Pierre scored 21 and Baliram Nayaik 18. Bowling for Jamaica, Herlando Johnson bagged 3 for 33, while Ken Wright grabbed 1 for 11, Andrew Williams 1 for 32 and Eian Thomas 1 for 37.
In reply, the Jamaicans run chase was blunted from the inception when Gaston Walker (4-0-37-1) had captained Ken Wright caught and bowled with the third ball of the innings for a duck. Ravi Samlal added to the Jamaicans early misery when he removed power hitters Steven Taylor for 22 and Mark Johnson for 17. The Jamaican’s batsmen struggled to assert themselves and were unable to construct any meaningful partnerships until Glen Anglin’s robust hitting allow them a chance of victory.
Anglin blasted 81 from 41 balls including six fours and seven sixes and shared a six wicket partnership with Keyonie Gayle who scored 20. The Jamaican’s innings ended on 181 in 18.3 overs as the curtains was brought down on another successful Lauderhill Maq T20 International Night Cricket Tournament with the Trinis leaping to victory after Herlando Johnson was brilliantly run out by Stephen Baboolal.
Through the endorsements of the South Florida Cricket Alliance and Florida Southeast Cricket League, the Night Cricket Tournament has achieved the reputation as cricket’s largest and most-popular night tournament. Underwritten by Cricket Council USA, a sports and entertainment management Company and the City of Lauderhill, this year’s tournament enjoying record-breaking crowds each Saturday night at the Lauderhill Sports Park were fans have been thrilled by the high level of cricket competition.
After the game, Mayor Richard J. Kaplan, City of Lauderhill and CCUSA CEO, Mohammed A. Qureshi award the Mayor’s Cup and winning purse from Cricket Council USA. Mr. Qureshi and Mayor Kaplan hailed the explosive Trinidad & Tobago team members, as they notched their first Championship.
The finals dubbed the “Cricket Night of Champions” were highlighted by an exhibition game by the members of the Worldwide Cricket Academy of Lauderhill, followed by the effervescent sounds of Steel Pan music by Jonathan Baboolal. The spectators were dazzled by special guest appearance by the SunDanz Dance Company cheerleaders and the South Florida Carnival Bandleaders featuring some of the 2011 masquerade bands in costume, with each band’s masqueraders wearing exotic and extravagant costumes.
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Notes of the Regular Commission Meeting of April 11
On April 11, the City Commission met is a Regular Commission Meeting. The following are notes of interest (all items passed unanimously, unless otherwise indicated):
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:
VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATIONS TO THE TOP FOUR WINNERS OF THE LAUDERHILL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP 2011: KEVIN WHITFILED, EMILY SENDEREY, CIARA BRENEE CLARKE, AND KAMIA TAYLOR.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-117: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV, CITY COMMISSION, SECTION 2-169, PRESIDING OFFICER AND ALTERNATE PRESIDING OFFICER. Passes 4-1 with Mayor Richard J Kaplan voting against.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-118: APPROVING THE SIX MONTH REVIEW BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE AMENDMENTS, AND ROLL-FORWARDS FOR FUNDS; REFLECTING ADJUSTMENTS TO VARIOUS REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTS; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS. Passes 4-1 with Mayor Richard J Kaplan voting against due to the cut back in community shuttle buses.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-121: REVISING THE DEFINITION OF ANCILLARY SUPPORT USE TO ALLOW BANQUET HALLS AND INDOOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT TO BE OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:
4. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-108: TO REQUIRE CITY BOARDS AND COMMITTEES TO UPDATE THE CITY COMMISSION AS TO THE STATUS OF MATTERS THEY ARE WORKING ON FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION PORTION OF THE COMMISSION MEETING ON A ROTATING BASIS.
5. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-109: TO ALLOW CITY COMMISSIONERS TO ATTEND MEETINGS VIA A FORM OF TELECOMMUNICATION IN LIMITED CIRCUMSTANCES; PROVIDING THAT THE MAYOR SHALL ONLY PRESIDE AT A MEETING WHEN PHYSICALLY PRESENT(REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).
6. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-115: REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-114, WHICH ESTABLISHED A ONE YEAR MORATORIUM ON DYNAMIC DISPLAY SIGNS; ADDING SUBSECTION 6.0(w), WHICH PROHIBITS DYNAMIC DISPLAY SIGNS EXCEPT FOR WINDOW SIGNS, A SECTION 15.2a SIGN AND SCOREBOARD SIGNS; AMENDING SUBSECTION 8.0.(B)3.e. TO PROHIBIT DYNAMIC DISPLAY GROUND/DIRECTORY SIGNS IN SHOPPING CENTERS; AMENDING SUBSECTION 8.0.(B)3.f. TO PROHIBIT DYNAMIC DISPLAY GROUND/DIRECTORY SIGNS IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT; AMENDING SUBSECTION 15.2.A TO ESTABLISH A MAXIMUM SIGN HEIGHT.
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-51: APPROVING THE FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE LEASE OF THE EAST SIDE LIBRARY THROUGH THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014.
COMMISSION
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-52: DESIGNATING A DIRECTOR, ALTERNATE AND SECOND ALTERNATE AS MUNICIPAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE BROWARD LEAGUE OF CITIES BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE 2011-2012 YEAR.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-53: EMPHASIZING OUR COMMITMENT TO MAINTAIN CIVILITY IN THE CONDUCT OF THE PUBLIC’S BUSINESS(REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).
10. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-55: URGING CONGRESS TO SUPPORT LEGISLATION THAT CLEARLY AFFIRMS THE RIGHT OF STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS TO EXERCISE LIENS OR ASSESS SPECIAL TAXES, OR OTHER PROPERTY OBLIGATIONS TO PROTECT AND IMPROVE HOUSING STOCK BY DIRECTING FEDERAL REGULATORS TO ENFORCE UNDERWRITING STANDARDS THAT ARE CONSISTENT WITH GUIDELINES ISSUED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY FOR PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE); PROVIDING THAT ASSESSED CLEAN ETC. AND DIRECTING FEDERAL REGULATORS TO ENFORCE UNDERWRITING STANDARDS THAT ARE CONSISTENT WITH PACE GUIDELINES; PROVIDING FOR DISTRIBUTION OF RESOLUTION (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).
FIRE
11. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-56: RATIFYING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND THE METRO BROWARD PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS, LOCAL 3080 TO AMEND ARTICLE 38 OF THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT RELATIVE TO THE TWO TIER PENSION PLAN.
HR
12. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-57: APPROVING THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND JEFFREY BINDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $61,000.00.
PALS
13. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-58: APPROVING THE GRANT APPLICATION AND LETTER OF INTENT TO DESIGN, PLAN AND BUILD A KABOOM PLAYGROUND, BENCHES AND LANDSCAPING FOR THE JOHN E. MULLIN PARK; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS; PROVIDING THAT THE CITY WILL PROVIDE A CASH MATCH IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,500.00 TOWARDS THE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS RELATIVE TO THE KABOOM PLAYGROUND PROJECT.
POLICE
14. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-59: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS (LETF) IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,502.64 TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL REPLACEMENT CARPETING AT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT RESOURCE 4 FLOORS BASED UPON THE FLORIDA STATE CONTRACT (360-240-06-1); PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 120-683-9935.
NEW BUSINESS:
CANCEL THE REGULAR COMMISSION WORKSHOP ON APRIL 18, 2011.
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:
VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATIONS TO THE TOP FOUR WINNERS OF THE LAUDERHILL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP 2011: KEVIN WHITFILED, EMILY SENDEREY, CIARA BRENEE CLARKE, AND KAMIA TAYLOR.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-117: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV, CITY COMMISSION, SECTION 2-169, PRESIDING OFFICER AND ALTERNATE PRESIDING OFFICER. Passes 4-1 with Mayor Richard J Kaplan voting against.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-118: APPROVING THE SIX MONTH REVIEW BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE AMENDMENTS, AND ROLL-FORWARDS FOR FUNDS; REFLECTING ADJUSTMENTS TO VARIOUS REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTS; PROVIDING VARIOUS BUDGET CODE NUMBERS. Passes 4-1 with Mayor Richard J Kaplan voting against due to the cut back in community shuttle buses.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-04-121: REVISING THE DEFINITION OF ANCILLARY SUPPORT USE TO ALLOW BANQUET HALLS AND INDOOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT TO BE OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS --- SECOND READING:
4. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-108: TO REQUIRE CITY BOARDS AND COMMITTEES TO UPDATE THE CITY COMMISSION AS TO THE STATUS OF MATTERS THEY ARE WORKING ON FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION PORTION OF THE COMMISSION MEETING ON A ROTATING BASIS.
5. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-109: TO ALLOW CITY COMMISSIONERS TO ATTEND MEETINGS VIA A FORM OF TELECOMMUNICATION IN LIMITED CIRCUMSTANCES; PROVIDING THAT THE MAYOR SHALL ONLY PRESIDE AT A MEETING WHEN PHYSICALLY PRESENT(REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).
6. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-115: REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 10O-03-114, WHICH ESTABLISHED A ONE YEAR MORATORIUM ON DYNAMIC DISPLAY SIGNS; ADDING SUBSECTION 6.0(w), WHICH PROHIBITS DYNAMIC DISPLAY SIGNS EXCEPT FOR WINDOW SIGNS, A SECTION 15.2a SIGN AND SCOREBOARD SIGNS; AMENDING SUBSECTION 8.0.(B)3.e. TO PROHIBIT DYNAMIC DISPLAY GROUND/DIRECTORY SIGNS IN SHOPPING CENTERS; AMENDING SUBSECTION 8.0.(B)3.f. TO PROHIBIT DYNAMIC DISPLAY GROUND/DIRECTORY SIGNS IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT; AMENDING SUBSECTION 15.2.A TO ESTABLISH A MAXIMUM SIGN HEIGHT.
RESOLUTIONS
ADMINISTRATION
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-51: APPROVING THE FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE LEASE OF THE EAST SIDE LIBRARY THROUGH THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014.
COMMISSION
8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-52: DESIGNATING A DIRECTOR, ALTERNATE AND SECOND ALTERNATE AS MUNICIPAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE BROWARD LEAGUE OF CITIES BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE 2011-2012 YEAR.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-53: EMPHASIZING OUR COMMITMENT TO MAINTAIN CIVILITY IN THE CONDUCT OF THE PUBLIC’S BUSINESS(REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).
10. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-55: URGING CONGRESS TO SUPPORT LEGISLATION THAT CLEARLY AFFIRMS THE RIGHT OF STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS TO EXERCISE LIENS OR ASSESS SPECIAL TAXES, OR OTHER PROPERTY OBLIGATIONS TO PROTECT AND IMPROVE HOUSING STOCK BY DIRECTING FEDERAL REGULATORS TO ENFORCE UNDERWRITING STANDARDS THAT ARE CONSISTENT WITH GUIDELINES ISSUED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY FOR PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE); PROVIDING THAT ASSESSED CLEAN ETC. AND DIRECTING FEDERAL REGULATORS TO ENFORCE UNDERWRITING STANDARDS THAT ARE CONSISTENT WITH PACE GUIDELINES; PROVIDING FOR DISTRIBUTION OF RESOLUTION (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).
FIRE
11. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-56: RATIFYING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND THE METRO BROWARD PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS, LOCAL 3080 TO AMEND ARTICLE 38 OF THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT RELATIVE TO THE TWO TIER PENSION PLAN.
HR
12. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-57: APPROVING THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND JEFFREY BINDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $61,000.00.
PALS
13. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-58: APPROVING THE GRANT APPLICATION AND LETTER OF INTENT TO DESIGN, PLAN AND BUILD A KABOOM PLAYGROUND, BENCHES AND LANDSCAPING FOR THE JOHN E. MULLIN PARK; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS; PROVIDING THAT THE CITY WILL PROVIDE A CASH MATCH IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,500.00 TOWARDS THE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS RELATIVE TO THE KABOOM PLAYGROUND PROJECT.
POLICE
14. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-04-59: APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS (LETF) IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,502.64 TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL REPLACEMENT CARPETING AT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT RESOURCE 4 FLOORS BASED UPON THE FLORIDA STATE CONTRACT (360-240-06-1); PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 120-683-9935.
NEW BUSINESS:
CANCEL THE REGULAR COMMISSION WORKSHOP ON APRIL 18, 2011.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Special Commission Meeting Notes Concerning Waste Contractor Company
On April 11, the City Commission met is a Special Commission Meeting. The following are notes of interest (all items passed unanimously, unless otherwise indicated):
SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING:
ITEM #1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-38: APPROVING THE AWARD OF BID TO REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE TO PROVIDE SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL PURSUANT TO BID #2010-025; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE THE SPECIFIC TERMS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE SUCH SERVICES; PROVIDING THAT THIS BID AWARD IS CONTINGENT UPON THE PARTIES REACHING MUTUAL AGREEMENT ON THE TERMS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT AND UPON THE MUTUAL SETTLEMENT OF THE BID PROTEST.
SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING:
ITEM #1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-38: APPROVING THE AWARD OF BID TO REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE TO PROVIDE SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL PURSUANT TO BID #2010-025; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE THE SPECIFIC TERMS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE SUCH SERVICES; PROVIDING THAT THIS BID AWARD IS CONTINGENT UPON THE PARTIES REACHING MUTUAL AGREEMENT ON THE TERMS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT AND UPON THE MUTUAL SETTLEMENT OF THE BID PROTEST.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Import/Export Workshops Offer Assistance in International Trade
The Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development, in partnership with Becker & Poliakoff Law Firm, will present their annual series of three import/ export workshops on April 20, June 22 and September 21. All workshops will be held from 8 to 10 a.m. in the Einstein Room at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 S.W. Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale.
This series was developed to assist established local business owners in conducting business in the global marketplace. Attendees will learn about obtaining letters of credit, freight forwarding, logistics and more. Each workshop will be presented by Peter Quinter, partner, Customs and International Trade Law, Becker & Poliakoff. Workshop topics for 2011 are as follows:
• Session 1: Wednesday, April 20 Importing into the United States for International Trade Professionals
• Session 2: Wednesday, June 22 Exporting Compliance for International Trade Professionals
• Session 3: Wednesday, September 21 Importing Food Products in Compliance with FDA and U.S. Customs Rules
Cost for each workshop is $30. Advance registration is required and includes continental breakfast (served from 8 to 8:30 a.m.). To register online by credit card, visit http://www.becker-poliakoff.com/, and click Seminars under EVENTS & VIDEO. If payment by check is preferred, make payable to "Becker & Poliakoff," indicate the selected session(s) and date(s), and mail to: Becker & Poliakoff, Attn: Peter Quinter, 3111 Stirling Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate must make a request at the time of registration or at least 10 business days prior to the scheduled workshop. For additional information on the "Import/Export" workshop series, contact the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development at 954-357-6400 (voice), 954-357-5664(TTY) or visit www.broward.org/EconDev.
Please note that Lauderhill has a International Trade Incubator Program. Those that are interested can go to, http://www.lauderhillcra.com/.
This series was developed to assist established local business owners in conducting business in the global marketplace. Attendees will learn about obtaining letters of credit, freight forwarding, logistics and more. Each workshop will be presented by Peter Quinter, partner, Customs and International Trade Law, Becker & Poliakoff. Workshop topics for 2011 are as follows:
• Session 1: Wednesday, April 20 Importing into the United States for International Trade Professionals
• Session 2: Wednesday, June 22 Exporting Compliance for International Trade Professionals
• Session 3: Wednesday, September 21 Importing Food Products in Compliance with FDA and U.S. Customs Rules
Cost for each workshop is $30. Advance registration is required and includes continental breakfast (served from 8 to 8:30 a.m.). To register online by credit card, visit http://www.becker-poliakoff.com/, and click Seminars under EVENTS & VIDEO. If payment by check is preferred, make payable to "Becker & Poliakoff," indicate the selected session(s) and date(s), and mail to: Becker & Poliakoff, Attn: Peter Quinter, 3111 Stirling Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate must make a request at the time of registration or at least 10 business days prior to the scheduled workshop. For additional information on the "Import/Export" workshop series, contact the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development at 954-357-6400 (voice), 954-357-5664(TTY) or visit www.broward.org/EconDev.
Please note that Lauderhill has a International Trade Incubator Program. Those that are interested can go to, http://www.lauderhillcra.com/.
Saturday, April 09, 2011
Update on Mayor's Projects for 2011
Earlier this year I put together a list of major projects I intend to pursue during 2011. Being that the first quarter of the year has passed, I thought it might be interesting to give an update on how those projects are proceeding:
1) PACE - Complete setting up the program, and arrange financing.
We are still proceeding, through the Green Committee, and we may have found a way to to provide this program through use of private financing, without putting the city at risk. However, there are challenges ahead. Over the next few month we will try to continue to develop this concept. We are also expanding the concept by also creating Performance Contracting that will accomplish the same thing, but not through a government arranged system.
2) Continue developing Sister City Programs.
It is hoped that a visit to Fuiggi, Italy will take place in June, to continue exploring the twinning process.
3) Determine if LEED-ND is appropriate to implement into the city.
After review, LEED-ND would not be appropriate for the city to proceed with. So this is coming off the list.
4) Implement GREENROADS into the MPO Plan.
We hope to meet with those that have put together this program some time this summer.
5) Create a GREEN EXPO in the last quarter of 2011.
We are proceeding ahead with the Broward Green Expo, at the Inverrary Vacation Resort and Conference Center, November 18 & 19. More information will be available in another article, and at http://www.browardgreenexpo.com/.
6) Set up the 2011-2012 Jazz Concert Series.
I have talked with the program sponsor to see if they are interested in sponsoring it again for the upcoming year. Once this is secured, I will proceed to set up the performances.
7) Investigate whether a Federal Procurement Incubator can be created.
We are still trying to set up a meeting with someone who can put this program together.
8) KIDS DAY - July 2.
This program is proceeding forward and more information will be forthcoming.
9) Create a City Blanket.
Just trying to get a camera to take a couple of more shots, and then we have to select the photos to use in the blanket.
10) Arrange funding for the 2012 Unitown Program ($1000) and 2012 Lauderhill Educational College Scholarship ($2000).
Not much activity has occurred on this yet. But I plan to work on this later this year.
Several other items may be added to the list on the next update.
1) PACE - Complete setting up the program, and arrange financing.
We are still proceeding, through the Green Committee, and we may have found a way to to provide this program through use of private financing, without putting the city at risk. However, there are challenges ahead. Over the next few month we will try to continue to develop this concept. We are also expanding the concept by also creating Performance Contracting that will accomplish the same thing, but not through a government arranged system.
2) Continue developing Sister City Programs.
It is hoped that a visit to Fuiggi, Italy will take place in June, to continue exploring the twinning process.
3) Determine if LEED-ND is appropriate to implement into the city.
After review, LEED-ND would not be appropriate for the city to proceed with. So this is coming off the list.
4) Implement GREENROADS into the MPO Plan.
We hope to meet with those that have put together this program some time this summer.
5) Create a GREEN EXPO in the last quarter of 2011.
We are proceeding ahead with the Broward Green Expo, at the Inverrary Vacation Resort and Conference Center, November 18 & 19. More information will be available in another article, and at http://www.browardgreenexpo.com/.
6) Set up the 2011-2012 Jazz Concert Series.
I have talked with the program sponsor to see if they are interested in sponsoring it again for the upcoming year. Once this is secured, I will proceed to set up the performances.
7) Investigate whether a Federal Procurement Incubator can be created.
We are still trying to set up a meeting with someone who can put this program together.
8) KIDS DAY - July 2.
This program is proceeding forward and more information will be forthcoming.
9) Create a City Blanket.
Just trying to get a camera to take a couple of more shots, and then we have to select the photos to use in the blanket.
10) Arrange funding for the 2012 Unitown Program ($1000) and 2012 Lauderhill Educational College Scholarship ($2000).
Not much activity has occurred on this yet. But I plan to work on this later this year.
Several other items may be added to the list on the next update.
Wednesday, April 06, 2011
Lauderhill's 2011 Census is Out
The results are:
Population and density
Population 2000 -> 57,585
Population 2010 -> 66,887
Population Change +9,302
Percent Change 16.15%
Sq Miles 2000 7
Sq Miles 2010 9
Pop per Sq Mile 2000 -> 7,893
Pop per Sq Mile 2010 -> 7,844
Population and density
Population 2000 -> 57,585
Population 2010 -> 66,887
Population Change +9,302
Percent Change 16.15%
Sq Miles 2000 7
Sq Miles 2010 9
Pop per Sq Mile 2000 -> 7,893
Pop per Sq Mile 2010 -> 7,844
Sunday, April 03, 2011
THE EASY CARD IS HERE!
Tri-Rail's new automated fare collection system is here! You can now use your EASY Card to pay your fare. Add up to $150 cash value to your EASY Card to pay your fare or load your card with different fare products including a Monthly Pass, 12-Trip Pass or daily passes.
Tri-Rail's new automated fare collection system is here! You can now use your EASY Card to pay your fare. Add up to $150 cash value to your EASY Card to pay your fare or load your card with different fare products including a Monthly Pass, 12-Trip Pass or daily passes.
The EASY Card, which costs $2, contains an embedded computer chip that automatically deducts your fare when you tap the card on any of the new validators that are clearly marked and located on all station platforms. Tap on prior to board the train then tap off when you exit to complete your trip. It's EASY.
For more information go to: http://www.tri-rail.com/easy/index.html#
Note: This is the first step towards creating a Universal Fare Card. Miami-Dade Transit has teamed up with Tri-Rail. At present, Broward Transit and Palm Tram (Palm Beach Transit) have not joined in.
Tri-Rail's new automated fare collection system is here! You can now use your EASY Card to pay your fare. Add up to $150 cash value to your EASY Card to pay your fare or load your card with different fare products including a Monthly Pass, 12-Trip Pass or daily passes.
The EASY Card, which costs $2, contains an embedded computer chip that automatically deducts your fare when you tap the card on any of the new validators that are clearly marked and located on all station platforms. Tap on prior to board the train then tap off when you exit to complete your trip. It's EASY.
For more information go to: http://www.tri-rail.com/easy/index.html#
Note: This is the first step towards creating a Universal Fare Card. Miami-Dade Transit has teamed up with Tri-Rail. At present, Broward Transit and Palm Tram (Palm Beach Transit) have not joined in.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Notes of the Regular Commission Meeting of March 28
On Monday, March 28, the City Commission held its Regular Commission Meeting and the following are notes of interest (all items passed unanimously, unless otherwise stated: ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS ----- FIRST READING: 1. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-108: TO REQUIRE CITY BOARDS AND COMMITTEES TO UPDATE THE CITY COMMISSION AS TO THE STATUS OF MATTERS THEY ARE WORKING ON FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION PORTION OF THE COMMISSION MEETING ON A ROTATING BASIS. 2. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-109: TO ALLOW CITY COMMISSIONERS TO ATTEND MEETINGS BY MEANS OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS IN LIMITED CIRCUMSTANCES; PROVIDING THAT THE MAYOR SHALL ONLY PRESIDE AT A MEETING WHEN PHYSICALLY PRESENT; (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). 3. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-114: TO PROHIBIT MASSAGE SERVICES, was Tabled 5-0. 4. ORDINANCE NO. 11O-03-116: BY REPEALING ADULT ENTERTAINMENT USES AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC) AND GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICTS, was Postponed 5-0. RESOLUTIONS: ADMINISTRATION: 5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-36: APPROVING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS RELATIVE TO PROCUREMENT AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT OF IMPROVEMENTS AND THE CONTINUED OPERATION, MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE DISTRICT. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-38: APPROVING THE AWARD OF BID TO REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE TO PROVIDE SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL PURSUANT TO BID #2010- 025; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE THE SPECIFIC TERMS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE SUCH SERVICES; PROVIDING THAT THIS BID AWARD IS CONTINGENT UPON THE PARTIES REACHING MUTUAL AGREEMENT ON THE TERMS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, was voted to be Continued to a Specially Set Commission Meeting 5-0. COMMISSION 7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-39: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000.00 AS RECOMMENDED BY THE EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD TO THE LAUDERHILL MIDDLE SCHOOL “BOYS TO MEN” PROGRAM. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-40: APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500.00 AS RECOMMENDED BY THE EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD TO THE LEARNING FOR SUCCESS, INC,. “KAPOW PROGRAM." 9. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-41: DIRECTED TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, REQUESTING AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO AT LEAST MAINTAIN THE PRESENT LEVEL OF FUNDING FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM (CDBG) (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). 10. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-42: APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND AXUM MANAGEMENT CAPABILITIES, INC. TO IMPLEMENT "THE BROWARD GREEN EXPO PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN). PALS 11. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-03-47: APPROVING THE MANDATE BY THE PARKS AND LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT WHICH WOULD REQUIRE THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS IN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL YOUTH SPORT LEAGUES MAINTAIN PASSING GRADES AND ACCEPTABLE SCHOOL BEHAVIOR REPORTS. QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS: QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING: THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS ITEM TABLED ON FEBRUARY 28, 2011. PLEASE REMOVE FROM TABLE RES.11R-02-25 12. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-25: GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO FIRST COAST ENERGY, LLP #1835, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING 24-HOUR SERVICE STATION WITH CAR WASH AND CONVENIENCE STORE IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1901 N.W. 40TH AVENUE, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Youth Football Clinic and Basketball Clinic
You are invited to the “Character Counts”
Youth Football Clinic and Basketball Clinic
Sharpen your skills and learn new techniques from top quality coaches. The clinic features challenging drills, position coaching while building strong moral character!
Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 - 9:30am
AGES: 7-15 years old
FOOTBALL CLINIC Lauderhill Middle School 901 N.W. 49th Street, Lauderhill, FL 33313 BASKETBALL CLINIC Living Word Church 5570 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, FL 33313
For Additional Information Call Scot Newton at 954.730.3084
Friday, March 25, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Larkdale Elementary (or a Larkdale School) Plans to Remain Open
On February 28, a Special Meeting of the City Commission took place to inquire about paperwork it received concerning the closing of Larkdale Elementary. The school has failed to adequately perform in annual FCAT testing, and if they fail again this year, the school would be subject to Intervention from the State.
At this meeting, the Commissioners, Mayor and Staff were advised about the situation, and the following explanation given:
If Intervention occurs, the school would have to face one of 3 choices. #1 close and become a Charter School; #2 close and become a private school; #3 reassign the students to another school.
At this point it is unknown if Intervention will be required. But if it is, the Broward School Board has already selected alternative #3. What will be happening is the Larkdale Elementary School, as it is known, will be closed. In its place, 2 new schools will be opened on the same site, Larkdale Primary School, and Larkdale Intermediate School. They will run next two each, but will be run separately.
Primary Schools normally run from Pre-K to 3rd grade. Intermediate School is 4th and 5th grade. However, this designation can be modified slightly.
Then once the 2 schools are open, they will be independently run, and tested.
The hope is that the extra attention by splitting the school, will give the students the needed help to improve student performance.
At this meeting, the Commissioners, Mayor and Staff were advised about the situation, and the following explanation given:
If Intervention occurs, the school would have to face one of 3 choices. #1 close and become a Charter School; #2 close and become a private school; #3 reassign the students to another school.
At this point it is unknown if Intervention will be required. But if it is, the Broward School Board has already selected alternative #3. What will be happening is the Larkdale Elementary School, as it is known, will be closed. In its place, 2 new schools will be opened on the same site, Larkdale Primary School, and Larkdale Intermediate School. They will run next two each, but will be run separately.
Primary Schools normally run from Pre-K to 3rd grade. Intermediate School is 4th and 5th grade. However, this designation can be modified slightly.
Then once the 2 schools are open, they will be independently run, and tested.
The hope is that the extra attention by splitting the school, will give the students the needed help to improve student performance.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Another SWAT Team Arrest
A court ordered drug search warrant was served at XXXX NW 28 Street (Canon Point). The warrant was served by SWAT and arrested was XXXXXXX XXXXXX for possession of cocaine and three counts of possession and sale of narcotics within 1000 feet of a school. The drugs and $18,000 in cash was seized at the location.
Friday, March 11, 2011
2011 American College Cricket Tournament
Between March 15 to 20, the 3rd Annual American College Cricket Tournament will be held at the Central Regional Park. Thirty one colleges will be participating, including 2 from Canada.
The teams participating are:
University of Iowa, University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers University, Texas Tech University, Ohio State University, University of Central Florida, College of Wooster, Texas A&M University, University of Florida, Penn State University, University Maryland (Baltimore County), York University (defending Champions), University of Tampa, University of Minnesota, NJ Institute of Tech, St. Cloud State University, North Carolina State University, Montgomery College, Auburn University, Florida International University, McGill University, George Mason University, University of South Florida, Thunderbird School of Global Management, Boston University, George Washington University, NYU-Polytechnic, Cleveland State University, University of Southern California, University of Houston, and Florida Atlantic University.
For more information go to www.americancollegecricket.com.
The teams participating are:
University of Iowa, University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers University, Texas Tech University, Ohio State University, University of Central Florida, College of Wooster, Texas A&M University, University of Florida, Penn State University, University Maryland (Baltimore County), York University (defending Champions), University of Tampa, University of Minnesota, NJ Institute of Tech, St. Cloud State University, North Carolina State University, Montgomery College, Auburn University, Florida International University, McGill University, George Mason University, University of South Florida, Thunderbird School of Global Management, Boston University, George Washington University, NYU-Polytechnic, Cleveland State University, University of Southern California, University of Houston, and Florida Atlantic University.
For more information go to www.americancollegecricket.com.
Tuesday, March 08, 2011
Notes of the Regular Commission Meeting of Feb. 28
On Feb. 28, the City Commission held its Regular Meeting, and the following are notes of interest (all items passed unaminously, unless otherwise indicated):
RESOLUTIONS
COMMISSION
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-26: GRANTING TO CARISHOCA, LTD., ON BEHALF OF MAHI EVENT CORPORATION, A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT WITH CONDITIONS TO ALLOW WITHIN THE COMMERCIAL ENTERTAINMENT (CE) ZONING DISTRICT THE OPERATOR, AMUSEMENTS OF AMERICA, INC., TO HOLD A CARNIVAL AT THE FORMER K-MART SITE LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST SUNRISE BOULEVARD AND US 441/SR-7 NW 40TH, AVENUE, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
DEES
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-29: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PIGGYBACK OF THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTRACT AWARDING THE BID TO SUPERIOR PARK SYSTEMS TO FURNISH AND INSTALL PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT, SURFACING, SHADE STRUCTURES; FITNESS TRAILS TO REPLACE THE EXISTING PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT WEST KEN LARK PARK IN THE AMOUNT OF $38,934.08; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-351-6549.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-30: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PIGGYBACK OF THE FLORIDA SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES CONTRACT (#10-18-
0907) SPECIFICATION #49 AND #80 FOR THE PURCHASE OF A VAC-CON SEWER COMBINATION CLEANER IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $299,759.95; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-931-6440.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-31: AWARDING THE BID TO BEJAR CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $479,415.00 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMUNITY BUILDING ON THE SITE OF THE FIRST CITY HALL; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-351-6232.
PLANNING AND REDEVELOPMENT
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-32: APPROVING THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE LAUDERHILL STATE ROAD 7 CORRIDOR INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT TO CONVERT $2,558,948.00 OF THE $3,000,000.00 PREMPART LOAN FROM A LOAN TO A GRANT.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-33: APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE LOAN AGREEMENT RELATIVE TO THE PREMPART REDEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROGRAM LOAN FROM BROWARD COUNTY; DOCUMENTING PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT SUFFICIENT TO CONVERT $2,558,948.00 OF THE $3,000,000.00 PREMPART LOAN FROM A LOAN TO A GRANT.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-34: APPROVING THE NEW PROMISSORY NOTE RELATIVE TO THE PREMPART REDEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROGRAM LOAN FROM BROWARD COUNTY; DOCUMENTING PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT SUFFICIENT TO CONVERT $2,558,948.00 OF THE $3,000,000.00 PREMPART LOAN FROM A LOAN TO A GRANT.
NEW BUSINESS
1. SET PRE-BUDGET WORKSHOP ON APRIL 25, 2011 AT 6.00 P.M.
2. SET BUDGET WORKSHOP ON JULY 12, 2011 AT 9.00 A.M. AND JULY 13, 2011 IF NEEDED.
RESOLUTIONS
COMMISSION
1. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-26: GRANTING TO CARISHOCA, LTD., ON BEHALF OF MAHI EVENT CORPORATION, A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT WITH CONDITIONS TO ALLOW WITHIN THE COMMERCIAL ENTERTAINMENT (CE) ZONING DISTRICT THE OPERATOR, AMUSEMENTS OF AMERICA, INC., TO HOLD A CARNIVAL AT THE FORMER K-MART SITE LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST SUNRISE BOULEVARD AND US 441/SR-7 NW 40TH, AVENUE, LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA.
DEES
2. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-29: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PIGGYBACK OF THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTRACT AWARDING THE BID TO SUPERIOR PARK SYSTEMS TO FURNISH AND INSTALL PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT, SURFACING, SHADE STRUCTURES; FITNESS TRAILS TO REPLACE THE EXISTING PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT WEST KEN LARK PARK IN THE AMOUNT OF $38,934.08; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-351-6549.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-30: APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PIGGYBACK OF THE FLORIDA SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES CONTRACT (#10-18-
0907) SPECIFICATION #49 AND #80 FOR THE PURCHASE OF A VAC-CON SEWER COMBINATION CLEANER IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $299,759.95; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 401-931-6440.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-31: AWARDING THE BID TO BEJAR CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $479,415.00 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMUNITY BUILDING ON THE SITE OF THE FIRST CITY HALL; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-351-6232.
PLANNING AND REDEVELOPMENT
5. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-32: APPROVING THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE LAUDERHILL STATE ROAD 7 CORRIDOR INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT TO CONVERT $2,558,948.00 OF THE $3,000,000.00 PREMPART LOAN FROM A LOAN TO A GRANT.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-33: APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE LOAN AGREEMENT RELATIVE TO THE PREMPART REDEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROGRAM LOAN FROM BROWARD COUNTY; DOCUMENTING PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT SUFFICIENT TO CONVERT $2,558,948.00 OF THE $3,000,000.00 PREMPART LOAN FROM A LOAN TO A GRANT.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 11R-02-34: APPROVING THE NEW PROMISSORY NOTE RELATIVE TO THE PREMPART REDEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROGRAM LOAN FROM BROWARD COUNTY; DOCUMENTING PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT SUFFICIENT TO CONVERT $2,558,948.00 OF THE $3,000,000.00 PREMPART LOAN FROM A LOAN TO A GRANT.
NEW BUSINESS
1. SET PRE-BUDGET WORKSHOP ON APRIL 25, 2011 AT 6.00 P.M.
2. SET BUDGET WORKSHOP ON JULY 12, 2011 AT 9.00 A.M. AND JULY 13, 2011 IF NEEDED.
Saturday, March 05, 2011
SWAT Team Arrest
Recently, members of the SWAT team served a court ordered drug search warrant at XXXX NW 19 Street. XXX XXXX was arrested for possession with intent to sell 20 grams of cocaine. He also violated his probation.
Two by standers who were asked to leave but did not so they were arrested. Both were charged with trespass after warning and one was wanted from Tampa for five counts of burglary.
Two by standers who were asked to leave but did not so they were arrested. Both were charged with trespass after warning and one was wanted from Tampa for five counts of burglary.
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
Jazz Under the Stars/Jazz Picnic in the Park
Jazz Under the Stars - On Saturday, March 5, from 6:30 to 9:30 pm, the DCA Jazz Ensemble will be performing at the Lieberman Botanical Gardens. The DCA Jazz Ensemble is from Dillard High School, and came in 2nd Place in a national jazz competition last year.
Jazz Picnic in the Park - On Sunday, March 13, from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm, the Sound of Vision followed by additional performances will be also at the Botanical Gardens.
Jazz Picnic in the Park - On Sunday, March 13, from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm, the Sound of Vision followed by additional performances will be also at the Botanical Gardens.
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