CITY OF NORTH
LAUDERDALE
COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY, OCTOBER
13, 2009
REGULAR MEETING –5:30
pm
MINUTES
The North Lauderdale City Commission met on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at the Municipal Complex. The meeting convened at 5:30 p.m.
1. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Commissioner Frankel gave the invocation.
2.
ROLL CALL – Deputy Clerk called roll. All
present.
Mayor
Vice Mayor
Commissioner Gary
Frankel
Commissioner Rich Moyle
Commissioner David G.
Hilton
City Manager Ambreen
Bhatty
City Attorney Samuel S. Goren
Deputy Clerk Pam Donovan
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES--March 31, 2009-- Commissioner Frankel moved to approve the
minutes as submitted. Seconded by Vice
Mayor Cangemi. Minutes approved
unanimously.
4.
PRESENTATIONS
a.
Jamaican Fire Brigade---Mayor Brady presented Firefighter/Paramedic
Owens a letter thanking for helping bring the Jamaican Fire Brigade for
training in North Lauderdale.
b.
Mayor Brady
welcomed Boy Scout Troop 519 to the Commission meeting.
c.
Mayor Brady
called on State Representative Hazelle Rogers. Representative Rogers spoke on
the Federal Government mandate for driver’s license as of January 2010 requiring
people to go in person and present a birth certificate and two forms of
identification. She also spoke on the importance of getting the residents
counted in the 2010 Census.
d.
School Concept/Proposal (Mike Brown)—Mike Brown spoke for 35
minutes and presented a PowerPoint presentation on his school concept /proposal.
Brown proposed paying the City $1 dollar a year to lease the school. After
paying the debt, there will be excess money after everyone is paid. Brown told
the Commission everyone has been cooperative and he is looking for a feeling of
the Commission on his concept. Mayor Brady stated the Commission is opened
minded and suggested Mr. Brown put his concept into a proposal and submit it to
the City Manager.
5.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
Ian Sargent—stated that on Nov 6th
the Firefighters Ball will be held and they will be recognizing City Manager
Ambreen Bhatty and State Senator Jeremy Ring. Sargent said this was the first
time the Firefighters were honoring a City Manager, but the cooperation from
Ambreen has been tremendous and they are very thankful. Sargent also announced
that the Firefighter unions were backing Mayor Brady in his re-election bid.
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Brady pulled Item D from consent agenda. Commissioner Hilton made a motion to read all
but item D; seconded by Commissioner Frankel. All Yes
Attorney read:
a.
Office Copier Replacements and Lease Agreement
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FLORIDA FOR ONE (1) MX-6201N AND THREE (3) MX-2600N COPIERS; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE ALL STEPS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE INTENT OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
RESOLUTION NO.
09-10-5496
b.
RESOLUTION - Creation of a YouTube Account
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, SETTING FORTH LEGISLATIVE
FINDINGS THAT UTILIZATION OF A CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE YOUTUBE AGE SERVES A MUNICIPAL PURPOSE; DEFINING PARAMETERS
APPROVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION FOR ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE CITY
OF NORTH LAUDERDALE YOUTUBE PAGE;
AUTHORIZING USE OF THE CITY SEAL ON THE YOUTUBE
PAGE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
RESOLUTION NO.
09-10-5497
c.
SUBJECT – Broadview/Pompano Park 13th
Annual Community Bazaar
MOTION: To approve “The
Broadview/Pompano Park 13th Annual Community Bazaar”, to be held on
Saturday, December 5, 2009, from 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the
Broadview/Pompano Park Community Park subject to the conditions listed in
Staff’s memorandum.
Commissioner Hilton moved to approve consent agenda as read. Seconded by Commissioner Frankel. No Commission discussion. Deputy Clerk polled Commission. All yes.
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
UNANIMOUSLY
This item was pulled from
the Consent Agenda by Mayor Brady: Commissioner Hilton moved to read.
Seconded by Commissioner Frankel. Attorney read: d.
RESOLUTION – Supporting Mothers Against
Predators (MAP) A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA,
EXPRESSING SUPPORT OF THE ACTIVITIES OF MOTHERS AGAINST PREDATORS (MAP), A
GROUP OF PARENTS, POLITICAL LEADERS, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT REPRESENTATIVES
WHO STRIVE TO PROTECT CHILDREN AGAINST ONLINE PREDATORS; URGING ALL BROWARD
COUNTY MUNICIPALITIES TO SUPPORT MAP; DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PROVIDE A
COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO BROWARD COUNTY, EACH BROWARD COUNTY
MUNICIPALITY, AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Brady pulled this item because he is a
father and grandfather and believes strongly we should protect all our
kids. Three years ago I brought forward the pedophile ordinance of 2500
feet and it passed 4-1. If we don’t stand up for our children who cannot
stand up for themselves we are not doing our job. Commissioner Moyle motioned to approve. Seconded
by Commissioner Hilton All Yes RESOLUTION NO.
09-10-5498 Deputy
Clerk polled Commission. All yes. RESOLUTION
NO. 09-06-5451
7.
OTHER BUSINESS
a. RESOLUTION
– Independent Contractor Professional Services Employment Contract for City
Attorney
Commissioner Hilton moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Frankel
Attorney read:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY, TO EXECUTE AND TO OTHERWISE ENTER INTO THE ATTACHED INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE AND SAMUEL STUART GOREN, A MEMBER OF THE LAW FIRM OF GOREN, CHEROF, DOODY & EZROL, P.A., PURSUANT TO WHICH CONTRACT THE CITY DOES EMPLOY SAMUEL STUART GOREN, A MEMBER OF THE LAW FIRM OF GOREN, CHEROF, DOODY & EZROL, P.A., AS "CITY ATTORNEY" FROM OCTOBER 1, 2009 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2010 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS RESOLUTION, AND, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Manager Ambreen Bhatty stated the City Attorney’s
firm has submitted this contract with no increase in cost from last year.
Commissioner Frankel praised Sam and his firm for
all the years he has served the City. Commissioner Moyle said what else can be
said it has all been said before. All Commissioners agreed and thanked Sam and
his firm to the dedication and friendship he has shown throughout the 30 years
to the City of North Lauderdale.
Commissioner Frankel motioned to approve seconded by
Vice Mayor Cangemi. All Yes
City Attorney Sam Goren took a moment to thank the
Commission, Administration and City Staff for their hard work and dedication to
the residents of this City and stated it was an honor to work with each and
everyone. We are part of your business plan and business model and that was why
we were able to not increase our contract this year.
RESOLUTION NO.
09-10-5499
b.
ORDINANCE – First Reading – 2009 Year-End Budget Amendment
Commissioner Frankel moved to read. Commissioner Hilton seconded.
Attorney read:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 08-09-1213 BY WHICH THE CITY COMMISSION DID ADOPT THE BUDGET OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE FOR THE 2008/2009 FISCAL YEAR, TO PROVIDE FOR THE RECOGNITION OF THE RECEIPT OF NET INCREASED REVENUES; DESIGNATING THE AUTHORIZED EXPENDITURE FOR THE NET INCREASED REVENUES AS PROVIDED HEREIN; DESIGNATING THE AUTHORIZED EXPENDITURES FOR APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE IN THE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FUND; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, AND, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Finance Director Steve Chapman explained that this
was the first reading for the fiscal 2009 budget and it is basically
housekeeping items for the budget that just ended. A few adjustments were
made…first to the general fund for 140,000 and the vehicle maintenance budget
for 195,000. In your memorandum, it shows that revenue items came in favorable
and unfavorable. Those that were unfavorable no control over because they were
due to the economic downturn such as lower sales tax receipts. Vehicle
maintenance is due to problems with our fire trucks and aging fleets. It is to
be expected as our fleets get older maintenance costs go up.
Commissioner Hilton moved to approve. Seconded by Vice Mayor Cangemi. No Commission
discussion. All yes.
ORDINANCE NO. 09-11-1229 PASSED AND ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY
c.
RESOLUTION – Investment Advisory Services
Commissioner Hilton moved to read. Commissioner Frankel seconded.
Attorney read:
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA
AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE AND DAVIDSON FIXED INCOME MANAGEMENT, FOR INVESTMENT
ADVISORY SERVICES FOR A ONE-YEAR PERIOD EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 14, 2009, WITH ANNUAL
RENEWALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Finance Director Steve Chapman stated the resolution before you was from the budget talks where the City was going to look at ways to earn additional interest income. While I have the expertise, it is actually more cost effective to hire an investment advisor who will take orders and do all the administrative. The City Manager and I will decide on the investments. Reason for this company they do a number of cities in Broward and I worked with them for four years while in Tamarac. City Manager Ambreen Bhatty advised the Commission she spoke to Tamarac City Manager Jeff Miller and the Finance Director in Sunrise who both spoke very highly of this firm. City Attorney Sam Goren advised the Commission that other companies that can offer the investment and professional services, but this company has specialized services and a relationship to the communities, so it is legally permissive to select this firm as a sole source specialized firm.
Commissioner Frankel moved to approve seconded by Vice Mayor Cangemi. All Yes.
RESOLUTION NO.
09-10-5500
d.
RESOLUTION – Architectural Services - Walter Zackria & Associates
Commissioner Frankel moved to
read. Vice Mayor Cangemi seconded. All
Yes.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE AND WALTER
ZACKRIA AND ASSOCIATES ALLOWING THE CITY TO PIGGYBACK OFF AN EXISTING CONTRACT
THAT THE CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, COCONUT CREEK, AND HALLANDALE BEACH HAVE WITH
THE FIRM OF WALTERS ZACKRIA AND ASSOCIATES FOR PROVIDING ARCHITECTURAL AND
OTHER SERVICES THE CITY MAY NEED FROM TIME TO TIME IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Public Works Director Mike Shields explained that from time to time professional services are needed and sometimes you have to go through the process and it can be cumbersome. There is a need to have contractual services for Architectural services and have done work for the City over the years including the new fire station. The memorandum states emergency and I don’t want to stress that too much. In a few months we will need work for the water plant we can piggy back on the other cities contract and that will free us up to use the services from time to time. It will expedite the process.
Commissioner Frankel moved to approve seconded by Vice Mayor Cangemi. All Yes
RESOLUTION NO.
09-10-5501
8.
REPORTS
a.
Parks and Recreation Update--Parks and Recreation Director Mike Sargis
gave a brief update on programs in the Parks and Recreation Department. Sargis
passed out a packet of current and upcoming programs the Parks and Recreation
Department. Also passes and parking passes were giving to the Commission for
Haunted Hamptons. Summer recreation survey came back with a 99% percent
approval rating. Soccer registration only saw a loss of 20 kids from last year
despite all the empty homes. Overall our programs are strong and continue to
maintain the costs through the registrations fees. Mayor Brady said Sargis is
doing a great job.
9.
COMMISSION COMMENTS
a.
Deputy City Clerk/PIO – Pam Donovan’s Annual
Evaluation—City Attorney Sam Goren
advised that Deputy City Clerk/PIO Pam Donovan has given a memorandum of her
last year accomplishments and goals which is consistent and compatible with the
contract between Ms. Donovan and the Commission to review her annual
performance. Mayor Brady stated he looked over the list and was very impressed
with what the City Clerk/PIO department has accomplished. We originally had
three people in the City Clerk’s Office and the PIO was its own department. Now
we have two people doing the job of four and they both are doing a tremendous
job. The City Manager has allowed her secretary Tania to help out which is what
this is all about…Teamwork. Commissioner Frankel said great job he is there
every day and sees what is being accomplished. Vice Mayor Cangemi said thank
you for the help and great job. Commissioner Hilton said thank you and is happy
with the work. Mayor Brady said the whole Commission appreciates everything the
City Clerk and PIO do for the City.
b. Discussion
and Motion to schedule Commission Meetings for November and December to one
meeting per month due to the holidays
·
November 17, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.
·
December 8, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.
Commissioner Frankel moved to approve the dates seconded by Vice Mayor Cangemi. All Yes
c. Discussion
and possible Motion for attendance at Florida League of Cities Conference in
Orlando - November 19-20
Deputy City Clerk/PIO Pam Donovan stated that
she represents North Lauderdale and Margate on the Taxation and Finance
Committee and the committee will be deciding on what the Florida League will be
pushing for during the legislative session and the item of the Police fees North
Lauderdale has been pushing is on the agenda and suggested that North
Lauderdale have representation at that meeting.
Commissioner Moyle made a motion to approve the trip. Seconded by Vice Mayor Cangemi. All Yes
d. Discussion
and possible Motion to direct City Attorney and City Administration to explore
the option of retaining Ericks Consultants for lobbying services during fiscal
year 2010.
Vice Mayor Cangemi made a motion to have City
Administration and City Attorney to discuss retaining them for lobbying
services. Seconded by Commissioner Frankel. Commissioner Moyle questioned
whether this would interfere with the contract with David Segerson. City
Manager Bhatty said she would contact Erick’s tomorrow and see if they are
interested and she would report back at the next meeting. David Segerson has
been helping us with the Police Fee and has a good knowledge of the issue and I
believe the two can complement each other. I will go back and see what dollars
have been allocated for lobbying services and have all that information at the
next meeting. All Yes.
e. Discussion
and possible Motion to direct City Attorney and City Administration to
re-kindle talks with Wal-Mart
Vice Mayor Cangemi said that the reason he
brought this back up was because of the unemployment rate. Wal-Mart is in the
news for providing jobs all over the United States, so I would like to see the
amber lit. As Mayor Brady said…build it and they will come and I would like to
see that happen. Vice Mayor Cangemi made a motion to direct talks with Wal-Mart
seconded by Commissioner Gary Frankel who suggested having the Mayor and Vice
Mayor write a letter to Wal-Mart to show them we are still interested in them.
Mayor Brady stated that he would like to see the whole Commission sign it to
show we are a team. All Yes.
f. Discussion
and possible Motion to direct the City Manager to initiate discussion with BSO
to use inmates with low criminal records to do work in the City such as
painting and landscaping on City property
Vice Mayor Cangemi stated that two counties
in upstate Florida used people from the jail system with low criminal records
for cleanup not only for our city but countywide. The money that was saved was
tremendous. City Manager Bhatty said she was in conversation with the Police
Chief today over this item and they advised this program is for County
facilities and not City facilities, but since we have a relationship
with BSO we may be able to use this program depending on the project.
Commissioner Frankel motion to approve discussions. Seconded by Vice Mayor
Cangemi. All Yes
10.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Bhatty stated she had a couple of reminders – The Haunted
Hampton Event this year was being done different this year…it is usually just
the weekend of Halloween but this year we are doing two weekends Fridays
and Saturdays – October 23, 24, 30 and 31. The reason is the event does bring
in a lot of revenue to the City without extra costs because Parks and
Recreation Director Mike Sargis worked out schedules. So there will be no
overtime. She thanked the Parks and Recreation Department and Public Works for
all the hard work that goes into putting on this event.
City Manager Ambreen Bhatty requested everyone in the room to say a
prayer for City Attorney Sam Goren who is going into surgery tomorrow morning.
We all hope and pray Sam will have a good recovery and we except him back soon.
Mayor Brady and the Commission said their prayers and thoughts are with Sam
during his surgery and recovery.
11.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS---City Attorney Sam Goren said thank you for
their thoughts and prayers and this will be his last meeting for a while until
after his recovery.
8.
ADJOURNMENT—There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6: 54 p.m. and
reconvened to the North Lauderdale Recreation Foundation, Inc.
Respectfully submitted,
Pam Donovan
Deputy City Clerk/Public Information Officer