MINUTES PARKLAND CITY COMMISSION MEETING 7:00 P.M.

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1 MINUTES PARKLAND CITY COMMISSION MEETING 7:00 P.M. I CALL TO ORDER 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE invited Andrea Levinson, Parkland resident and Girl Scouts volunteer, and Leslie Roth, Executive Director of the Girl Scouts of Broward County, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Vice Mayor Jared E. Moskowitz Commissioner Mark Weissman Commissioner Jay D. Smith Mayor Michael Udine Also Present: Caryn Gardner-Young, City Manager Andrew Maurodis, City Attorney Roberta Moore, Planning Director Scott Davidoff, Parks & Recreation Director Brian Archer, Environmental Resources Director Barbara Hastings, Finance & Administrative Services Director Jim Berkman, Public Works Director Paul O Connell, BSO Police Chief Mark Curran, CSFD Fire Chief Sandra Couzzo, City Clerk II APPROVAL OF MINUTES December 19, 2007 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes MOTION made by to approve the December 19, 2007, Regular City Commission Minutes. Seconded by.

2 PAGE 2 III PUBLIC INPUT Former Mayor Harold Bockhold recalled that each commissioner had sworn at installation to support, protect, and defend the Charter of the City. He noted that the agenda contained a first reading on a zoning change for the Girl Scouts camp and that, under Article XIII, the Commission shall not have the power to rezone or amend AE-1 or AE-2 land except by following the 80/20 rule. He asked that this rule of law not be overlooked. There were no further comments or questions, and closed to the public. IV COMMENTS BY MAYOR AND COMMISSION Commissioners Weissman and Smith and made no comments. Comments made by : Martin Luther King, Jr., Day had been celebrated this date at the Equestrian Center. He thanked former Mayor Bob Marks, who had worked with the schools toward this event. The Mayor estimated the attendance at 125 to 150, which was a significant increase from the preceding year. Noted that the grand opening of the Community Center and Amphitheater would take place on Saturday, January 26 th, starting at 9:00 a.m. Thanked Leisure Services for the success of the Farmer s Market. He noted that it was packed to the end; vendors were selling out their products and were extremely happy. Movies in the Park started last week. Several hundred had attended, and he noted that another movie would be shown this weekend. Reported on the joint Broward and Palm Beach MPO meeting held the previous Friday. They would continue to examine the different transit corridors before making decisions about the Wedge annexation and transportation and land use in the area. He thought it interesting that the local FDOT people seemed to concede the idea of University Drive not going through. He noted considerable conversation about the new Hard Rock hotel and casino in Coconut Creek and how to handle the traffic in that area; a working group may be formed. He promised that monitoring of the issue would continue. V PROCLAMATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS 1. PROCLAMATION: KOL TIKVAH SANCTUARY GRAND OPENING & DEDICATION invited the Commission to join him at the podium, as well as Bob Greenberg, President of the Kol Tikvah Congregation.

3 PAGE 3, a congregant, recalled that Kol Tikvah had commenced their capital campaign several years ago to add on to the school and build a permanent sanctuary. The building was recently completed, and the opening was held the previous weekend. The Torah had been transferred to the new facility Friday night; Saturday night had been an amazing gala; and a concert performance was held on Sunday. The festivities had been fantastic, and he believed the events a huge positive for the City. The Mayor read the proclamation declaring January 16, 2008, as Kol Tikvah Day in the City. On behalf of Congregation Kol Tikvah, President Bob Greenberg thanked the Mayor, the City Commission, and the City and its Building Department, all of whom had helped the Congregation achieve its celebratory event. He stated that it had been many years of dreaming and hard effort that had culminated in the past weekend. VI APPROVAL OF AGENDA asked that Consent Agenda Item #3 be pulled. MOTION made by to approve the Agenda as amended. Seconded by. CONSENT AGENDA 1. RESOLUTION NO : PARKS GRANT CONTRACT APPROVAL A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, TO AUTHORIZE THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE ATTACHED PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE FOR GRANTS MANAGEMENT SERVICES THROUGH LEISURE GRANTS SERVICE, INC.; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 2. RESOLUTION NO : PROPERTY APPRAISER AGREEMENT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, TO AUTHORIZE THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BROWARD COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER S OFFICE RELATING TO CREATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A FIRE ASSESSMENT NON-AD

4 PAGE 4 VALOREM ASSESSMENT ROLL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 4. RESOLUTION NO : RUSS KLENET AGREEMENT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, TO EXTEND FOR ONE YEAR AND TO AUTHORIZE THE ASSIGNMENT OF THE DUTKO POOLE MCKINLEY AGREEMENT TO RUSS KLENET AND ASSOCIATES FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO LOBBYIST/STRATEGIST SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOTION made by to approve Consent Agenda Items #1, #2, and #4. Seconded by. 3. RESOLUTION NO : LEAGUE OF CITIES LEGISLATIVE POLICY A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, URGING MEMBERS OF THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO SUPPORT THE FOLLOWING ISSUES DURING THE 2008 LEGISLATIVE SESSION. noted that, on page 2, beginning on line 12, the League wanted the City to oppose legislation that would allow the transfer or diversion of State transportation trust fund revenues to balance the State budget. He commented about the many years of effort to allow more funds for education, and he did not believe it beneficial to push for those funds to be dedicated when there was no dedicated funding source for education. He asked that the Resolution be passed with the removal of that paragraph. MOTION made by to adopt Resolution No , League of Cities Legislative Policy, as amended by the removal of lines 12 through 15. Seconded by Vice Mayor Moskowitz. commented that the Resolution had been prepared by the Florida League of Cities. He agreed with and supported the Resolution as amended. While he acknowledged that transportation needed a revenue source, he did not want to potentially stand in the way of education receiving additional dollars.

5 PAGE 5 REGULAR AGENDA 1. ORDINANCE NO : GIRL SCOUTS CAMP TELOGIA REZONING FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE REZONING OF 13 ACRES FOR THE GIRL SCOUTS CAMP, CAMP TELOGIA, FROM AGRICULTURAL ESTATE (AE-2) TO RECREATION/OPEN SPACE (OS), CASE NUMBER 01- Z-07, LOCATED AT 6501 HOLMBERG ROAD, CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND CONTAINING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the first reading of Ordinance No Planning Director Roberta Moore advised this petition was to rezone the 13-acrer Camp Telogia site from Agricultural Estate to Recreation/Open Space, which is located off Holmberg Road east of N.W. 66 th Avenue and west of N.W. 63 rd Avenue. She stated that the rezoning would only permit the use of the parcel as a Girl Scout camp. Should the petitioner choose to change the uses on the site or if the site is to be sold, a rezoning petition would be required. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval, based upon staff s recommendation. Ms. Moore presented a conceptual site plan, which would be heard at some future date. She offered to answer any questions. Dodie Keith Lazowick, President of Keith & Associates, represented the Girl Scouts. She noted that the facility had long existed in the community; they were not looking to change its use or any of its ongoing activities, and they agreed to the conditions imposed by staff. She commented that deed restrictions restrict the sale of the parcel, and she anticipated this would not happen. With respect to the comments made by Mayor Bockhold, Ms. Lazowick requested that the Commission move forward with this first reading and, during the next weeks, they would examine the AE-2 zoning issues with staff. They looked to comply with all codes and

6 PAGE 6 ordinances. She noted that the rezoning was requested to make the existing use comply with a more appropriate zoning category. offered that he appreciated Ms. Lazowick s comments; however, he felt there no reason why the rezoning could not be approved at first and second readings on its merits. He believed it inaccurate that the 80/20 rule applied, and he noted several legal opinions on the matter. stated that he would hate to see anything slow the Girl Scout revitalization project. He hoped the City would work proactively with them as every delay cost them significant dollars. He considered Camp Telogia the City s hidden gem. City Attorney Andrew Maurodis indicated that he would work with Ms. Lazowick through the issues and deal with them in the appropriate way consistent with the Charter. opened to the public. Dr. Leo Gosser, Pinetree Estates, stated that he agreed with Mayor Bockhold s comments about the 80/20 rule. He had no objection to the rezoning to Recreation as he believed it appropriate, but he felt it should be carefully and thoroughly researched and accomplished in the proper legal fashion. He questioned that the rezoning was necessary for the Camp s redevelopment. He suggested that the Ordinance should be tabled until legal opinion was obtained. There were no further comments or questions, and closed to the public. MOTION made by to approve the first reading of Ordinance No , Girl Scouts Camp Telogia Rezoning. Seconded by. Mr. Maurodis stated that it would be determined whether this particular parcel was within the geographic area covered by the Charter provision and appropriate action would be taken between first and second reading. 2. DISCUSSION: SIKON CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION REQUEST FOR EXTENDED WORKING HOURS

7 PAGE 7 City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young recalled that staff had requested this matter be tabled at the last meeting with the request that notice be sent to property owners within 1,000 feet of the site due to the potential noise and activities. Planning Director Roberta Moore stated that staff had worked with Sikon to obtain verification of property owner notification, and she explained that questions existed as to the notification sent. Sikon had completed an affidavit; she had personally verified the numbers on the affidavit, which included some incorrect numbers. In general, Ms. Moore stated there were inconsistencies in the required mail outs. asked regarding the inconsistencies. Ms. Moore clarified that the City believed that 142 property owners should have been notified and the mailings totaled 141. In addition, there were a few numbers incorrectly identified. Mike Silverman, Senior Project Manager with Sikon Construction, was present. He explained that approximately 98 percent of the 142 properties were vacant, with an inconsistency on one number. At approximately 5:45 p.m., he had brought to the City the actual receipts from the certified letters showing the correct number of 142. He acknowledged for the record that the mailing had been made. asked if there were any residents from that area that wished to comment and noted that no residents from that area were present. Ms. Gardner-Young offered that she was unaware of any telephone calls to the City either way. stated that he was aware that a vast majority of the residences on that side of Parkland Golf & Country Club were vacant. Some homes were occupied on the buffer, which he estimated at five or so, and he felt there no reason to bend over backwards unless there was some benefit. He understood that it would be a much better floor done this way, versus doing it in pieces, and it may enhance the look of the building. The Vice Mayor believed the request should be considered, and he hoped it would not establish precedent for continually giving variances due to the construction times instituted. commented that, according to the summary, it would be 24-hours-aday for a full week. Mr. Silverman corrected that it could run 24-hours-a-day with an anticipated five-day maximum; it could end up at four days or three-and-a-half. He assured that the work would be inside the building; no one would be working outside. noted a huge generator as part of the apparatus. Mr. Silverman assured that it was a whisper generator, located on the back of a truck on the south side of the building and further away from the development. He offered that he had furnished information about the generator, including decibel ratings.

8 PAGE 8 asked whether the doors to the building would be closed during the floor work. Mr. Silverman responded in the negative. There were three pedestrian doors, one overhead door, and the front entrance; some of the doors would be open to run exhaust fans. asked whether the doors in the rear, closest to the residential area, would be open. Mr. Silverman indicated that one could possibly be open and, if the Commission objected, he offered to give strict instructions to the full-time supervision. requested that the rear door be closed from 9:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m. Mr. Silverman responded that he was reasonably sure that would be acceptable. questioned that the decibels would be in compliance with the City s range, and Mr. Silverman responded in the affirmative. indicated that he was supportive. While he did not want to set a precedent, he noted that very few people actually lived near the site and that no one had complained when the letter was received. The work would last only one week. The Mayor commented that considerable time had been spent to make this Publix a showplace for the area, and he did not believe it a great hardship. Subject to s comments, he was in support. Ms. Moore asked clarification from the applicant since, according to the plans submitted, the generator would be located on the north side, adjacent to PGCC. Mr. Silverman disagreed. Ms. Moore noted that the site plan received by the City identified the temporary generator on the north side of the Publix building. Mr. Silverman clarified that the generator shown on the plan would be used during the day only; the generator for the floor arrived on the back of a truck. Ms. Gardner-Young suggested that, should the Commission approve, the City s letter will direct that the back doors be closed during the requested hours and that the generator be located away from the development on the south side. This letter would be provided to Code Enforcement to make them aware of the conditions. MOTION made by to authorize Sikon Construction Corporation to work extended hours, subject to s comments about closing the door, locating the generator on the south side, and limited to the time set forth in the request. suggested that the motion should include subject to staff s conditions. MOTION seconded by.

9 PAGE 9 3. ORDINANCE NO : INCENTIVES FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS PURCHASES SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, CREATING A PROGRAM PROVIDING FOR INCENTIVES FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS PURCHASES; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROGRAM; ADOPTING PROGRAM CRITERIA AND LIMITATIONS; PROVIDING FOR REGULATIONS; CONTAINING A PROVISION FOR INCLUSION IN THE CITY CODE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; CONTAINING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (12/19/07) City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the second reading of Ordinance No Environmental Resources Director Brian Archer reviewed the changes requested by the Commission at first reading and incorporated into the Ordinance. Staff recommended approval. stated that staff had done a good job codifying the changes requested by the Commission, and he offered a brief explanation of the Commission s intents. He thanked staff and for the Ordinance, noting that he had been hearing from people all over the country. He believed it would be used as a model. recalled discussion about setting a time period for residents to apply. Mr. Archer indicated that February, March, and April were in the criteria, and the Ordinance required applications to be turned in by May 1 st. The Vice Mayor also suggested that explanation should be provided to residents that they may apply now, but refunds would not be made until after budget adoption and possibly November or December The six to eight weeks processing time would be next year. also reminded Mr. Archer that applicants should be tracked in a database to keep record and limit the potential for fraud. commented that he appreciated the Commission s support of this Ordinance. He was surprised that the idea had become so big; a story about it had been in 80 or 90 publications across the country. He stated that he could not have done it without Mr. Archer, and he again thanked him.

10 PAGE 10 opened to the public. There were no comments or questions, and the Mayor closed to the public. MOTION made by to approve the second reading of Ordinance No , Incentives for Environmentally Conscious Purchases. Seconded by. 4. RESOLUTION NO : WASTE MANAGEMENT INDEMNITY AGREEMENT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, APPROVING AN INDEMNITY AGREEMENT WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT. City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the title of Resolution No City Attorney Andrew Maurodis stated that he had reviewed and approved the indemnity agreement presented. It provided that Waste Management, in the event of any suits, would pay the entire cost of defense up to $1 million. He noted that an opinion from Holland & Knight accompanied the agreement, which stated the agreement was binding and not contrary to public policy, statute, or ordinance. He asked that the attorney do a follow-up letter that the agreement was appropriately executed. Ronald Kaplan, counsel for Waste Management, indicated that he would have the appropriate partner at Holland & Knight draft the letter on the following day. MOTION made by to approve Resolution No , Waste Management Indemnity Agreement. Seconded by. No

11 PAGE 11 MOTION passed on a 3-1 vote. 5. ORDINANCE NO : WASTE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, AMENDING APPENDIX A ENTITLED FRANCHISES ARTICLE III ENTITLED WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA BY REPEALING ORDINANCE 91-4 IN ITS ENTIRETY; ADOPTING A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT BETWEEN WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA AND THE CITY OF PARKLAND; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA CONCERNING THE COLLECTION AND REMOVAL OF TRASH, GARBAGE AND OTHER REFUSE WITHIN THE CITY OF PARKLAND; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (first reading 1/2/08) City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the second reading of Ordinance No She clarified that this franchise agreement represented single-stream recycling and maintained the existing garbage collection. Public Works Director Jim Berkman stated that, other than that mentioned by Ms. Gardner- Young, the agreement was as originally presented with increased bulk services, recycling revenue, and free dumpsters for City facilities. Ms. Gardner-Young added that Waste Management understands their obligation for the education aspect. Staff would work with them until April 1 st on literature and publications to get the information out. At the Mayor s questions, Ms. Gardner-Young indicated that Waste Management would get the single-stream recycling containers to residents. asked Waste Management representative Tony Spadaccia to deliver six or seven recycling containers to Mary Help of Christians School. He noted there had been problems in the past, and the children were anxious to participate in recycling. The Mayor acknowledged that it had been a long negotiation, and he appreciated Waste Management s cooperation in this regard as well.

12 PAGE 12 Addressing education, commented that Waste Management had partnered on the new recycling program, and he felt it important that the City and Waste Management work together on education as well. He suggested that the material include frequently asked questions. Mr. Spadaccia offered that it was not a new program for Waste Management; it was, however, the first of its kind in Broward County. The Vice Mayor recalled conversations about hazardous waste disposal, but he did not recall if any decisions had been made. Mr. Spadaccia indicated that Waste Management was not licensed to handle hazardous waste; it was handled by the County through its drop-off centers. believed that the City had an opportunity to work with the County. An annual collection in the City would be at significant expense, and he suggested that it might be considered in the future. It would be separate from the City s hauling contract. Ms. Gardner-Young explained that the City would have to petition the County to allow the hazardous waste collection within the City limits. A collection would be open to all Broward County residents and a special site would have to be designated. She noted that an annual collection already occurred in Coral Springs. asked that the City Manager again talk to Broward County to see if it would be feasible. In the event it could not be done in the City, he would like staff to contact Coral Springs to find out when theirs would be held so that the City might publicize it as well. Ms. Gardner-Young noted that Parkland residents were aware of and actually utilized the program, bringing their hazardous waste to the facility on Powerline Road. also questioned school participation, and Mr. Spadaccia indicated that the public schools had their own recycling program. The Vice Mayor hoped for an understanding with Waste Management that they would continue in their commitment toward bio-diesel trucks and that they would be operated here. Mr. Spadaccia offered that Waste Management has committed millions of dollars for a long-term green initiative. opened to the public. Christine Hunschofsky, 9976 N.W. 64 th Court, commented that recycling bins have been located too far away from the public at the Pine Trails Park sports fields and, as a result, most people do not use them. She believed it a factor at Terramar Park as well. thanked Ms. Hunschofsky for her comments as it reminded him that more receptacles should be located throughout the parks. He believed they were used when they were

13 PAGE 13 in the right spot, and he asked that Mr. Berkman see that more bins are placed in the public areas. commented that, with single-stream recycling, the same bins could be used in the parks. He also assumed that the City s efforts for commercial recycling would resume. Environmental Resources Director Brian Archer offered that staff has had quarterly meetings with businesses, and they seem to be very receptive. suggested that the recycling bins should have some sort of signage indicating what may be recycled in the receptacles. Discussion followed. There were no further comments or questions, and closed to the public. MOTION made by to approve the second reading of Ordinance No , Waste Management Agreement. Seconded by. No MOTION passed on a 3-1 vote. 6. ORDINANCE NO : AMENDING CHAPTER 7, SOLID WASTE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, REPEALING SECTIONS 7-31 THROUGH 7-36 OF THE CITY CODE RELATING TO SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL AND PROVIDING NEW REGULATIONS FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC. OF FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE FRANCHISE AND REGULATIONS WITH REGARD TO COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE, THE MANNER OF COLLECTION, PROCEDURES FOR COLLECTION AND OTHER MATTERS RELATED THERETO; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CITY CODE; PROVIDING

14 PAGE 14 FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (first reading 1/2/08) City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the second reading of Ordinance No recalled that two versions of the Ordinance had previously been presented, dependent upon how the Commission chose to proceed with the trash collection method. opened to the public. There were no comments or questions, and the Mayor closed to the public. MOTION made by to approve the second reading of Ordinance No , Amending Chapter 7, Solid Waste Collection & Disposal. Seconded by. No MOTION passed on a 3-1 vote. 7. RESOLUTION NO : COUNTY LINE ROAD BUFFER A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR HERON BAY COUNTY LINE ROAD BUFFER, CASE NUMBER 09-SP-07 LOCATED WITHIN THE HERON BAY COMMUNITY. (Quasi-Judicial) City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the title of Resolution No Michael Haaf, WCI Communities representative, waived quasi-judicial. Planning Director Roberta Moore described the buffer area, which would be primarily landscaped with native plants consistent with the theme previously approved for all other buffers for the Heron Bay development. No signage was proposed as part of the request. She stated that the Planning and Zoning Board had recommended approval based on staff s recommendations. asked regarding maintenance of the buffer and whether it would be the responsibility of WCI or the association. Mr. Haaf stated that it would be WCI s responsibility.

15 PAGE 15 asked the target completion date. Mr. Haaf stated that it would be approximately six months from the time of permit. commented that he was glad that it had been stated specifically for the record that WCI, through their agent, would maintain the buffer. He noted that many medians in that part of the City were not being maintained, citing the dispute between WCI and NSID. opened to the public. There were no comments or questions, and the Mayor closed to the public. MOTION made by to approve Resolution No , County Line Road Buffer, subject to the comments. Seconded by Vice Mayor Jared Moskowitz. 8. RESOLUTION NO : PARKLAND GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB POD 17 & 18 ENTRY FEATURES A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, FOR SITE PLAN AND COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD APPROVAL FOR PARKLAND GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB POD 17 AND 18 ENTRY FEATURE, CASE NUMBERS 01-SP-07 AND 03-CAB-07 LOCATED WITHIN THE PARKLAND GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB COMMUNITY. (Quasi-Judicial) City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the title of Resolution No At the Mayor s question, WCI representative Michael Haaf waived quasi-judicial. Displaying a clearer depiction of the area, Planning Director Roberta Moore indicated its location. The request for Site Plan and Community Appearance Board approval was for the construction of a seven-foot-high stone wall with a four-foot-high retaining wall. The feature would also have a ten-foot-high pier topped with a pre-cast bowl at a maximum height of 15 feet, 3 inches. Ms. Moore described the landscape material and noted that no signage was requested. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval based on staff s recommendations.

16 PAGE 16 At the Mayor s request for clarification, Mr. Haaf stated that the area was located within PGCC Replat 2 and was against the back side of the Nob Hill buffer. He confirmed they were internal roads. commented that he liked the design, and the way PGCC and all of its entranceway features were turning out. Vice Mayor expressed concern about WCI s financial issues, and he asked whether the City might consider bonds for their future projects. He suggested they would protect the City as well as the PGCC development. At the Mayor s indication of funding news about WCI on the Internet, Mr. Haaf offered that there had been speculation about WCI since they had been in negotiations with creditors and amending their credit line. He stated that news was official and offered a press release. The Vice Mayor suggested that the bonds be kept on the back burner for future consideration. opened to the public. There were no comments or questions, and the Mayor closed to the public. MOTION made by to approve Resolution No , Parkland Golf & Country Club - Pod 17 & 18 Entry Features. Seconded by. 9. RESOLUTION NO : HERON BAY NORTH, PLAT 3 ANTI-MONOTONY A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, FOR COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD APPROVAL FOR HERON BAY NORTH PLAT 3 SAWGRASS BAY AND SOMERSET RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNIT ELEVATIONS, CASE NUMBER 17-CAB-07, LOCATED WITHIN THE HERON BAY COMMUNITY. (Quasi-Judicial) City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the title of Resolution No

17 PAGE 17 Planning Director Roberta Moore indicated that the Heron Bay North Plat 3 was located directly south of County Line Road. The request for Community Appearance Board approval was for three new elevation products, which she described, for the Sawgrass Bay and Somerset communities. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended the Commission s approval. asked to see the elevations. Ms. Gardner-Young clarified that the difference between the new elevations and those previously approved was that they were one-story structures. At the Mayor s question, WCI representative Michael Haaf waived quasi-judicial. Mr. Haaf made a brief presentation. He explained they were adding elevations to both the 40- foot-wide product on the 50-foot lots and the 60-foot-wide product on the 75-foot lots. It was felt that these elevations would fill in the gap in square footage and price, while maintaining the same sense of community and flavor. He indicated they would continue to abide by the City s anti-monotony ordinance. He noted they had been getting good feedback on their singlestory products, and he offered that more elevations may be considered in the future. Following further clarification and discussion, offered that a number of individuals in different neighborhoods of Heron Bay were in favor since the homes would be different. He stated that he would vote in favor. questioned if staff was comfortable that the additional elevations were the same quality product, and Ms. Moore responded in the affirmative. MOTION made by to approve Resolution No , Heron Bay North Plat 3 - Anti-Monotony. Seconded by. 10. RESOLUTION NO : ILA AGREEMENT SCHOOL CONCURRENCY A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE

18 PAGE 18 CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, ADOPTING AND APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE BROWARD COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD RELATING TO SCHOOL CONCURRENCY. City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the title of Resolution No noted that the Broward County Commission and the Broward County School Board had approved this agreement just the day before. City Attorney Andrew Maurodis commented that this was a standard agreement that every city must sign; there could be no unique agreement. offered that, despite complaints about school concurrency and student generation ratios, he believed they were trying to move in the right direction. Planning Director Roberta Moore made a brief presentation, providing explanation that the ILA for school concurrency had been mandated by state law and was in conjunction with the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. MOTION made by to approve Resolution No , ILA Agreement School Concurrency. Seconded by. * * Out of Chamber. 11. ORDINANCE NO : COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT PUBLIC SCHOOLS FACILITY ELEMENT FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, RELATING TO AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF PARKLAND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WITH THE ADOPTION OF THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS FACILITY ELEMENT AS MANDATED BY CHAPTER 163 OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES, AMENDING THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT (CIE) AND AMENDING

19 PAGE 19 THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT (ICE); PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; CASE NUMBER 01-SC-07.; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; CASE NUMBER 01-SC-07. City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the first reading of the title of Ordinance No Ms. Gardner-Young reiterated what the Mayor had that stated about the Interlocal Agreement. She explained that the Comprehensive Plan must be amended to be in compliance with the Interlocal Agreement, and that the changes all relate to school concurrency. She further explained that, following its approval at first reading, it would be transmitted to the Department of Community Affairs for approval; it would then come back to the Commission for a second reading. Staff recommended approval. The Ordinance was reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Board, as well as the Education Advisory Board, and was recommended for approval. opened to the public. There were no comments or questions from the public, and the Mayor closed to the public. There were no Commission comments. MOTION made by to approve the first reading of Ordinance No , Comprehensive Plan Amendment Public Schools Facility Element. Seconded by. * * Out of Chamber. MOTION passed unanimously by those present. 12. RESOLUTION NO : CREATING A DEPUTY VICE MAYOR POSITION A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PARKLAND, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A POSITION OF DEPUTY VICE MAYOR. City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young read the title of Resolution No She noted that the Charter currently provided for the positions of Mayor and Vice Mayor. There has been a question as to whether it might be wise to incorporate a new position of Deputy Vice Mayor to

20 PAGE 20 run a meeting when the Mayor and Vice Mayor may be absent but a quorum was present. She asked the Commission s direction. stated that he would vote against this proposal. He felt the position unnecessary; it had never before been an issue. indicated that he had requested this subject agendized. He offered that other cities have this position, and he termed it a doomsday scenario that would avoid a political problem in the event a meeting must be called while the Mayor and Vice Mayor were unavailable. He understood the Mayor s concern, but he believed it could be a safeguard. MOTION made by to approve Resolution No , Creating a Deputy Vice Mayor Position. Seconded by. No MOTION passed on a 3-1 vote. Mr. Maurodis commented that the procedure would be that the election take place by majority vote at the time of the Commission s choosing since it was not covered by Charter provision. VIII COMMENTS BY THE CITY ATTORNEY None. VII COMMENTS BY THE CITY MANAGER City Manager Caryn Gardner-Young offered that: Movies in the Park would take place on 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Terramar Park. The film would be Night at the Museum. The first concert at the new Amphitheater at Pine Trails Park would be held on January 26 th at 7:00 p.m. It would be a Jimmy Buffett-type program. She noted that staff had been successful in obtaining J. M. Lexus as a sponsor for the monthly concerts. The City would receive $13,500 from them, and staff will continue to pursue other sponsors. Phase 3 water restrictions would take effect on February 1 st. The water park at Liberty Park would be closed down. A Special Meeting would be held at 6:30 p.m. on February 6 th to swear in Commissioner David Rosenof.

21 PAGE 21 Ms. Gardner-Young advised that the effects of the housing market slump had now impacted the City. Despite their upbeat presentations, WCI was not the same corporation as one year ago, and Tousa (Engle) had filed bankruptcy and walked away from the Parkland Village residential component. The Building Department has not received the work as in years past and the workload requires that the City reevaluate the Building Department s organization and operation. She felt it necessary to take some steps, through layoffs and hiring freezes. She hoped for the Commission s support in implementing these measures. Ms. Gardner-Young indicated that more could happen in the future as the impacts of property tax reform become known. At the Mayor s question, Ms. Gardner-Young confirmed that Building Department personnel had been laid off. He paraphrased that fewer permits were required because fewer houses were being built, and he acknowledged that these actions were within the purview of the City Manager. stated that impacts had been discussed during the budget process, and he believed it had been even further amplified with the current real estate market. It was an economic reality. commented that City Hall may have to get creative in the coming months. Ms. Gardner-Young added that Building employees had been offered leads to locations of avenues available. She acknowledged that she answered to this Commission and to the City s residents, and the City must operate as a business, making prudent decisions. IX ADJOURNMENT MOTION made by to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Seconded by. ATTEST: SANDRA COUZZO, C.M.C. City Clerk sm