REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PLANTATION, FLORIDA. January 25, 2017

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1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PLANTATION, FLORIDA January 25, 2017 The meeting was called to order by Councilmember Peter Tingom, President of the City Council. 1. Roll Call by City Clerk: Councilmember: Mayor: City Attorney: City Clerk: Jerry Fadgen Mark Hyatt Ron Jacobs Lynn Stoner Peter S. Tingom Diane Veltri Bendekovic Donald Lunny Jr. Susan K. Slattery 2. Opening remarks were made by Councilmember Ron Jacobs. The Pledge of Allegiance followed. 4. Approval of Draft Minutes November 30, 2016 and December 14, ITEMS SUBMITTED BY THE MAYOR Dr. Helen Ackerman, Plantation Woman s Club, presented a check for $6,800 to Fire Department in support of their educational efforts. The Fire Department spoke about the international story of the rescue of cat at the Amtrust Bank on December 15, The Fire Department was given an award from PETA for their efforts. Ernest Burkeen, Parks and Recreation Director made the following announcements: State Tennis Tournament, Saturday January 28 Monday, January 30, 2017 at Frank Veltri Tennis Center. Doggie Palooza, Saturday, January 28, 2017, 10:00 am 3:00 pm at Happy Tails Dog Park. Senior Sweetheart Dance Friday, February 10, 2017, Deicke Auditorium

2 Mayor Bendekovic presented service awards to the following employees: NAME DEPARTMENT YRS. OF SERVICE MARGARITA HERNANDEZ POLICE 20 ADAM ATTAH BUILDING 15 JULIE DRAGONE UTILITIES BILLING 15 DARYL HOLLOWAY PARKS & REC. 15 SGT. JESSICA RYAN POLICE 15 KWESI CAMPBELL PUBLIC WORKS 10 STEVEN DEVITO UTILITIES 10 SGT. CHAD FOWLER POLICE 10 CARLOS GONZALEZ PLANNING 10 ANNETTE OTINIANO FINANCIAL SERVICE 10 DEBORAH WALLACE LIBRARY 10 JOSHUA ALVAREZ POLICE 5 DARREN BROWN PUBLIC WORKS 5 LORENZO CROCKETT PUBLIC WORKS 5 KIMBERLY HOO-CHONG POLICE 5 JESSE LAPIN-BERTONE POLICE 5 OFF. JUNIOR SANTIAGO POLICE 5 Mayor Bendekovic made the following announcements: Mayor s Council, Thursday, January 26, 2017, 6:30 pm at Jim Ward Community Center. Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library Book Swap, Tuesday, February 7 from 6:00 7:00 pm. New Museum Exhibit: Transportation Exhibit, grand opening on February 18, Plantation Farmers Market, every Saturday at Volunteer Park from 8:00 am 2:00 pm. Chief Harrison provided an update on the recent spike in crime in the city. He described the efforts the department is taking to apprehend the individuals involved

3 CONSENT AGENDA Item #10 was removed from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately. 6. Request for approval of funds to purchase yearly renewal contract for maintenance for the City s Cisco network infrastructure, Cisco SmartNet. 7. Request for approval and authorization to award a contract for Development Services Roof Replacement ITB No to Full Cover Roofing Systems. 8. Ordinance #2555 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance for expanding list of authorized investments. AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE SUBJECT OF FINANCE CREATING SECTION OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES SO AS TO AUTHORIZE THE INVESTMENT OF CERTAIN PUBLIC FUNDS IN VARIOUS TYPES OF INVESTMENT VEHICLES SUBJECT TO THE CITY S INVESTMENT POLICY, AS SAME MAY BE AMENDING BY RESOLUTON. PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE AND SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE THEREFOR. 9. Resolution # RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PLANTATION, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO THE SUBJECT OF PUBLIC FINANCE; APPROVING AN AMENDED INVESTMENT POLICY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR, CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES, AND INVESTMENT MANAGER TO ACT AND INVEST IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH; PROVIDING FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE THEREFOR. 11. Resolution # RESOLUTION approving the expenditures and appropriations reflected in the Weekly Expenditure Report for the period January 05, 2017 through January 18, 2017 for the City of Plantation s Gateway Development District. 12. Resolution # RESOLUTION approving the expenditures and appropriations reflected in the Weekly Expenditure Report for the period January 05, 2017 through January 18, Resolution # RESOLUTION approving the expenditures and appropriations reflected in the Weekly Expenditure Report for the period January 05, 2017 through January 18, 2017 for the City of Plantation s Community Redevelopment District. Motion by Councilmember Fadgen, seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve the Consent Agenda with exception to Item 10 which was voted on separately. Motion carried on the following roll call vote: 15970

4 Mayor Bendekovic voted affirmatively on Item No Resolution # RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PLANTATION, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO THE SUBJECT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; SUPPORTING CERTAIN REQUESTED STATE ACTION FOR A PROJECT KNOWN AS PROJECT RS1 ; RECOMMENDING THAT SUCH PROJECT BE APPROVED AS A QUALIFIED TARGET INDUSTRY (QTI) AND HIGH IMPACT BONUS BUSINESS PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUES SECTIONS AND ; PROVIDING FOR LOCAL FINANCIAL MONETARY SUPPORT IN THE FORM OF CASH FOR THE QUALIFIED TARGET INDUSTRY TAX REFUND AND HIGH IMPACT BONUS REFUND; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AND EFFECTIVE DATE THEREFOR. Motion by Councilmember Stoner, seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve Resolution # Motion carried on the following roll call vote: ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS 14A. Request to approve the Preliminary Project Management List and Implementation Timeline Motion by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Hyatt, to approve Item No. 14A as presented. Motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Hyatt, Jacobs, Fadgen, Stoner, Tingom 14B. Resolution #12426 RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO THE SUBJECT OF PUBLIC FINANCE; APPROVING THE COMPENSATION OF BRYANT MILLER OLIVE FOR SERVICES TO BE RENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONTEMPLATED ISSUANCE AND CLOSING OF THE SALE OF THE CITY S AD VALOREM BONDS, SERIES 2017; PROVIDING FOR RECITALS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE THEREFOR. The Bryant Miller Olive Firm was proposed to act in the capacity of Bond Counsel and Disclosure Counsel in this matter, as well as to principally conduct the Bond Validation legal proceedings

5 Motion * by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Hyatt, to approve Resolution No Motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Hyatt, Jacobs, Fadgen, Tingom Nays: Stoner 14C. Resolution #12427 RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO THE SUBJECT OF PUBLIC FINANCE; APPROVING THE COMPENSATION OF THE CITY ATTORNEY AND HIS FIRM, BRINKLEY MORGAN, FOR SERVICES TO BE RENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONTEMPLATED ISSUANCE AND CLOSING OF THE SALE OF THE CITY S AD VALOREM BONDS, SERIES 2017; PROVIDING RECITALS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE THEREFOR. Motion * by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Fadgen, to approve Resolution No Motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Hyatt, Jacobs, Fadgen, Tingom Nays: Stoner 14D. Request to approve proposed compensation for the Financial Advisors with respect to the contemplated Ad Valorem Bonds, Series 2017, and to expend funds for the rating agencies. Motion * by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Hyatt, to approve Resolution No Motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Hyatt, Jacobs, Fadgen, Tingom Nays: Stoner *These three subparts of Agenda Item 14 were presented and considered on a consolidated basis. After presentation and discussion, one Motion was made to approve all of the above three (3) subparts of Agenda Item Resolution # RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PLANTATION, FLORIDA PERTAINING TO THE SUBJECT OF PUBLIC FINANCE; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $60,000,000 CITY OF PLANTATION, FLORIDA AD VALOREM BONDS; DIRECTING THE APPLICATION OF THE PROCEEDS OF SUCH BONDS; AUTHORIZING OTHER REQUIRED ACTIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This item was presented by Mr. Horace McHugh, the City s Chief Administrative Officer. He noted the highlights of the Bond Resolution, and referred to the Staff Report for this item. He also noted that the City s Bond Counsel, Jolinda Herring, Atty. of the Bryant, Miller, Olive Law Firm was in attendance, and that if anyone had any questions concerning technical legal aspects of this matter, she could address 15972

6 them. Mr. Lunny noted that the Resolution is in draft form that certain changes would need to be made, and upon the Council s approval, it will need to be revised and finalized. Motion by Councilmember Fadgen, seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve Resolution # Motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Hyatt, Jacobs, Fadgen, Tingom Nays: Stoner QUASI-JUDICIAL ITEMS: Councilmember Tingom requested all witnesses intending to testify on the quasi-judicial items, stand and be sworn in. City Clerk Slattery swore the witnesses in. 16. Request to approve site plan modification (parking waiver) for the COFE Properties. Property located at NW 66 Avenue and zoned I-LP. (PP ) Councilmember Tingom disclosed an Exparte Communication between himself and the owner s lobbyist, Bill Laystrom. He stated it will not influence his decision which will be based upon evidence presented tonight. Councilmember Jacobs disclosed an Exparte Communication between himself and the owner s lobbyist, Bill Laystrom. He stated it will not influence his decision which will be based upon evidence presented tonight. Motion by Councilmember Stoner, seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve the site plan modification. Motion carried on the following roll call vote: 17. Request to approve site plan modification (parking waiver) for Toys R US. Property located at 8101 W. Broward Boulevard and zoned SPI-3. (PP ) Councilmember Jacobs disclosed an Exparte Communication between himself and Jon Voight. He stated it will not influence his decision which will be based upon evidence presented tonight. Motion by Councilmember Stoner, seconded by Councilmember Hyatt, to approve the site plan modification. Motion carried on the following roll call vote: 15973

7 18. Request to approve a master plan modification to allow development of Phase III. Property generally located on the southeast corner of Peters Road and Pine Island Road within the Cornerstone Corporate Center. (PP ) Motion by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Fadgen, to approve the master plan modification. Motion carried on the following roll call vote: 19. Request to approve Site Plan, Elevation, and Landscape Plan for Plantation Professional Plaza. Property located at 1248 & 1310 N. University Drive and zoned B-7Q. (PP ) Councilmember Jacobs disclosed an Exparte Communication between himself and John Medich. He stated it will not influence his decision which will be based upon evidence presented tonight. Motion by Councilmember Stoner, seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve the site plan, elevation, and landscape plan subject to staff comments including requested waivers. Motion carried on the following roll call vote: COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS Councilmember Stoner She requested reconsideration be given to changing the quarterly Parks and Recreation Board meetings to every other month. She stated board members would like to have input on upcoming projects within the city associated with the bond. Mayor Bendekovic responded the board will have the opportunity to provide input on upcoming projects, but there are no plans to adjust the meeting schedule at this time. PUBLIC REQUESTS OF THE COUNCIL CONCERNING MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS Scott Gerow, Redwood Circle resident requested a meeting with the Council and the Mayor regarding the recent increase in crime. Mayor Bendekovic responded she and the police chief would be happy to meet with Mr. Gerow and any other concerned residents

8 David Bickham, 7211 NW 7 Street made a complaint about a Code Enforcement Officer and his inability to file a complaint at the police department. Gail Sepora, 1706 NW 81 Way made a complaint about the Sawgrass Inn. She stated the management is allowing cars from a neighboring business to park on the property which abuts her property. She remarked there have been incidents involving vandalism and the abandonment of cars. Bill Laystrom offered to assist her with her concerns. Dennis Conklin, 4581 NW 6 Court stated he received a call from board member O Neil Chin informing him that long time Plantation resident, Stan Johnson, had passed away. Mr. Conklin stated he is pleased with the improvements being made to Plantation Business Park area, and hopes it continues. John Rodriquez, 888 N Fig Tree Lane - voiced his concerns with the Code Enforcement Department. David Rodriquez, 5790 Rose Terrace requested a survey be conducted on University Drive going toward 595 to see if the lights can be synced to ease traffic. Mr. Rodriguez also voiced concerns with the Code Enforcement Department. Meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m. ATTEST: Councilmember Peter S. Tingom City Council President Susan Slattery, MMC City Clerk RECORD ENTRY: I HEREBY CERTIFY that the Original of the foregoing signed Minutes was received by the Office of the City Clerk and entered into the Public Record this day of, Susan Slattery, MMC City Clerk 15975

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PLANTATION, FLORIDA. February 22, 2017

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PLANTATION, FLORIDA February 22, 2017 The meeting was called to order by Councilmember Peter Tingom, President of the City Council. 1. Roll Call by City Clerk: Councilmember: