City Clerk Mcgough Called the Roll, As Follows

City Clerk Mcgough Called the Roll, As Follows

MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION, CITY OF HALLANDALE BEACH, FLORIDA, HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2006, AT 1:30PM

  1. CALL TO ORDER

Vice Mayor Julian called the meeting to order at 10:26 AM.

  1. ROLL CALL

City Clerk McGough called the roll, as follows:

Mayor Cooper; Vice Mayor Julian; and Commissioners Gibbons, Ross and Commissioner Schiller; City Manager Good; City Attorney Jove; City Clerk McGough – Present

NOTE: MAYOR COOPER ARRIVED AT 10:32 AM.

  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Led by Joseph Cabalona – Student Citizen of the Month from HallandaleElementary School

  1. PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
  1. Presentation of Certificates to Student Citizens of the Month

Certificates presented to Joseph Cabalona, HallandaleElementary School and

Anthony Matos, HallandaleAdultCommunity Center

  1. Proclamation Declaring April as Water Conservation Month

Elbert Waters from the South Florida Water Management District received proclamation and advised that Miya Burt-Stewart was the new BrowardCounty representative on the District Board of Governors. Mayor Cooper requested that an informational item be placed on the agenda regarding District objectives and programs. Appropriate representative(s) from the South Florida Water Management District to attend the Commission meeting.

Commissioner Gibbons introduced his daughter and son-in-law and two grandchildren as well as his sister and brother-in-law.

  1. Parks and Recreation Summary Report

Report presented by Luanne Santangelo, DirectorParks and Recreation

Mayor Cooper thanked staff for the Memorial Service held for Harry Frishling at

the GoldenIslesTennisCenter.

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  1. Discussion of Public Works Construction Projects

Report presented by Jenny Cheretis, Director of Public Works

Mayor Coopernoted traffic signals on Dixie Highway and north of the Hallandale Beach Blvd. bridge were not operating. The traffic signals on Hallandale Beach Blvdare not in synchronization. Director Cheretis advised that City’s contractor is currently rewiring certain signals. City Manager Good noted traffic signals in the City are being evaluated and Hallandale Beach Blvd. is a priority. In regard to the bridge, the Florida Department of Transportation is working on the Hollywood side.

  1. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (to be heard at 10:15 A.M.)

JoAnn Sampson, 624 NW 5 Terrace, thanked the City for its financial support enabling her to attend a Senior Olympics event in Hawaii. Ms. Sampson placed 6th in the nation. She displayed a large placard announcing her participation as a Senior Olympian which included recognition of the support from the City of Hallandale Beach. Additional support may be requested as she will be participating in 12 racing events this year. Mayor Cooper requested written information about the upcoming events Ms. Sampson would attend.

Dr. Leon Mellman, Mellman “Family” ChiropracticCenter, 408 E Hallandale Beach Blvd., discussed his sponsorship of the upcoming Kids Day America/ International Children’s Wellness event on Saturday, May 20, 2006 from 12:00noon until to 3:00 PM. The event is to focus on health, safety and environmental issues that affect individuals, including children, and the community as a whole.

NOTE: A PROCLAMATION WILL BE PLACED ON THE MAY 2, 2006COMMISSION MEETING RECOGNIZING THE MAY 20, 2006 EVENT.

  1. CONSENT AGENDA
  1. Approval of Minutes - Regular Commission Meeting March 7, 2006
  1. Consideration of Acceptance of Principal Financial Group Valuation and Impact Statements for Submittal to the State of Florida, Division of Retirement.(Staff: Assistant City Manager)(see backup)

UPDATE CAD# 040/05

MOTION BY VICE MAYOR JULIAN SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER GIBBONS TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA, The motion carried by a 5/0 voice vote.

  1. PUBLIC HEARINGS (to be heard at 10:30 A.M.)
  1. An Ordinance of the City of Hallandale Beach, Florida, Repealing Article XII Shopping Carts in Chapter 7, Businesses, Section 7-451 through 7-454 of the Code of Ordinances, and Creating in Chapter 13, Health and Sanitation, Article III, Shopping Carts Requiring Retail Establishments to Develop and Implement Plans for Containment and Retrieval of Shopping Carts; Requiring Identification on Shopping Carts; Requiring Posting of Signs; Providing for Penalties; Providing for Severability; Providing for an Effective Date. (Second Reading)

Mayor Cooper opened the public hearing. Seeing no speakers the Public Hearing was closed.

Commissioner Gibbons noted he had received many positive comments from the public regarding the Ordinance. Commissioner Ross encouraged the condos to turn in their shopping carts since the carts belong to the stores. City Manager Good confirmed the Ordinance as presented contained the amendments requested by the Commission at the First Reading of the Ordinance on March 21, 2006.

MOTION BY VICE MAYOR JULIAN SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER GIBBONS TOAPPROVE AS AMENDED ON SECOND READING. The motion carried by a roll call vote, as follows:

AYES: Commissioners Gibbons, Ross and Schiller; Vice-Mayor Julian; Mayor Cooper.

NAYS: None

  1. CITY BUSINESS
  1. Report from Beautification Advisory Board (Presented by Phyllis Broccone, Chair)

Report presented by Phyllis Broccone, Chair of the Beautification Advisory Board. Mayor Cooper requested that the Beautification Board, as part of the Board functions, advise of conditions in the community that are unsightly or appear to require code compliance action. The Board’s recommendations regarding code deficiencies and/or unsightly conditions are to be submitted in writing. Procedures will be established.

B. Report from Human Services Advisory Board (Presented by Julia Hamlin,

Chair)

Report presented by Julia Hamlin, Chair of the Human Services Advisory Board. Ms. Hamlin recommended the City conduct a salary study for Human Services Department employees to ascertain if any changes are recommended. Mayor Cooper stated that items in the food pantry at the HepburnCenter could provide emergency food for needy families with children and seniors as part of the City’s hurricane preparedness plan. There could be a pre-registration. City ManagerGood noted any hurricane preparedness plan elements should be coordinated with the Fire Department which has overall community emergency preparedness responsibilities. Mayor Cooper requested staff provide a comprehensive report of recommendations forthcoming as a result of Hurricane Wilma and the status of plans for the upcoming hurricane season. Report is to be placed on the agenda when ready.

NOTE: COMPREHENSIVE REPORT PERTAINING TO HURRICANE WILMA

RECOMMENDATIONS AND PLANS FOR THE 2006 HURRICANE

SEASON TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA, WHEN READY.

Ms. Hamlin reminded everyone about the Relay for Life event scheduled this weekend.

C. Report from Unsafe Structure Board (Presented by Dan Lavrich, Chair)

Report presented by Jerry Gillman, Vice-Chair of the Unsafe Structures Board.

Mayor Cooper inquired if owners of unsafe structures are educated about community improvement programs which may assist in renovation or demolition of properties. City Manager Good stated this information is made available and staff attempts to resolve the issues related to these properties.

D.Consideration of Recognizing Past and Present Members of the Armed Forces at City Commission Meetings.(By Request of ArthurRosenberg)

Arthur “Sonny” Rosenberg spoke about recognizing the veterans of the City. Mayor Cooper acknowledged the appropriateness of the recognition as suggested by Mr. Rosenberg but stated it would be unwieldy to include on each Commission agenda. Rather, members of the armed forces could register with the City and be recognized at a Commission meeting preceding both Veterans Day and Memorial Day. Vice Mayor Julian, Commissioners Gibbons, Ross and Schiller were in support of developing a program to recognize the past and present members of the Armed Forces.

MOTION BY COMMISSIONER GIBBONS SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ROSS TO APPROVE DEVELOPMENT OF A PROGRAM TO RECOGNIZE PAST AND PRESENT MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES AT CERTAIN CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS, The motion carried by a 5/0 voice vote.

NOTE:PROTOCOL MANUAL TO BE UPDATED TO INCLUDE RECOGNITION OF PAST AND PRESENT MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES AT COMMISSION MEETINGS PRECEDING VETERANS DAY AND MEMORIAL DAY.

E. Pursuant to Chapter 23, Section 23-111, City of Hallandale Beach Code of

Ordinance, Administrative Code Regulations, the City Commission

Authorize a Change Order to the 29th/30th Year CDBG Contract with SA

Consultants in the Amount of $293,341 for Work Associated with the 31st

Year CDBG Project #06-48-31.

City Manager Good discussed why the change order is recommended. Director

Cheretis described the project area and the improvement items.

MOTION BY VICE MAYOR JULIAN SECONDED BY COMMIISSIONER GIBBONS TO APPROVE THE CHANGE ORDER TO THE CONTRACT, The motion carried by a 5/0 voice vote.

F.Presentation by the Principal Financial Group (PFG), of the Quarterly Investment Results of the General Employees and Professional/Management Pension Plans Including Discussion on Proposed Changes to the Asset Allocation of the General Employees Plan Assets.

Jay Barrett, Senior Relations Manager, Principal Financial Group, introduced Steve Geadleman, Senior Investment Consultant, who discussed the results of the two pension investment plans. The investment results for the quarter October 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005 were very favorable for both plans.

The General Employees Pension Plan is currently invested in approximately 70% fixed income and 30% equity investments. Changes to this asset allocation were carefully evaluated and Principal Financial Group is recommending a transition to an asset allocation of about 50% fixed income and 50% equity investments for the General Employees Pension Plan. The transition period is typically over 4 to 6 quarters. The transition results will be monitored and adjustments made as needed.

The Professional/Management Pension Plan has an asset allocation of about 60% equity and 40% fixed investments. No changes in asset allocation are needed.

Investments in International Funds are limited to 10% of the portfolio. Vice MayorJulian requested detailed information on the portfolio of holdings.

NOTE:THE DETAILS OF THE INTERNATIONAL FUND HOLDINGS FOR THE

TWO PENSION PLANS ARE TO BE PROVIDED TO THE

COMMISSION

MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ROSS SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER GIBBONS TO AUTHORIZE A TRANSITION IN INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO FOR THE GENERAL EMPLOYEES PENSION PLAN TO AN ASSET ALLOCATION OF50% FIXED INCOME AND 50% EQUITY INVESTMENTS. FURTHER, THE TRANSITIONIS TO BECOMPLETED WITHIN FOUR QUARTERS.

  1. CONTINGENCY REPORT

Report accepted with no comments

  1. OTHER

Mayor Cooperadvised the City of New Orleans is requesting, through the U.S. Conference of Mayors, the donation of a list of items to assist in recovery efforts and ongoing municipal operations. She recommends the City of Hallandale Beach donate a small piece of equipment that can be shipped. Consensus was reached for a piece of equipment to be shipped to the City of New Orleans.

City Manager Good also noted that HallandaleBeach is continuing to provide assistance to the City of Gautier, Mississippi, our sister city. \

Commissioner Gibbons noted he attended a Voter Registration Drive event sponsored by the Supervisor of Elections and Commissioner Ross advised Saturday, April 1, 2006 was Derby Day at Gulfstream where the new facilities were introduced to community members.

Vice Mayor Julian made a report of his recent trip to WashingtonD.C. to attend the 2006 Annual Congressional City Conference on Public Safety and Crime Prevention. A packet of information was distributed to the Commission. Members of Congress are sponsoring bills of benefit to the City.

City Manager Good noted HallandaleBeach’s lobbying ordinance was discussed in an article in today’s Miami Herald. Although the article stated the ordinance had little effect on builders/developers, the City has a quasi-judicial process in place which requires disclosures on the part of developers and the City Commission to protect the City. Further, visitors requesting to meet with members of the City Commission or the City Manager complete a sign-in sheet in the City Manager’s Office.

The meeting was recessed at 12:21PM for the Planning and Scheduling Meeting in room 257, City Hall.

The meeting was reconvened at 2:39 PM. The City’s Mutual Aid agreements were discussed.

MOTION BY COMMISSIONER GIBBONS SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR JULIAN DIRECTING CITY ATTORNEY TO EVALUATE THE LEGAL ASPECTS, OPERATIONAL IMPACTS AND OTHER FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH THE CITY’S MUTUAL AID AGREEMENTS TO DETERMINE IF ANY AMENDMENTS ARE IN THE CITY’S INTEREST AND BRING BACK RECOMMENDATIONS WHEN READY, The Motion carried by a 4/0 voice vote

NOTE:PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY OF

HOLLYWOOD PERTAINING TO A LETTER SUBMITTED TO

BROWARDCOUNTY BY HOLLYWOOD PERTAINING TO THE

VILLAGE AT GULFSTREAMLAND USE PLANNING AMENDMENT.

  1. PLANNING AND SCHEDULING MEETING (to be heard during lunch recess in Room 219)

NOTE:MEMORIAL TREE PLANTING CEREMONIES FOR THE MESMER,

BILETSKY AND ZACORA FAMILIES ARE TO BE SCHEDULED.

NOTE:APPLICANTS APPLYING FOR GRANTS FROM THE FUTURE

FOUNDATION WILL PRESENT REQUESTS AT THE FUTURE

FOUNDATION MEETING SCHEDULED FOR NOON ON FRIDAY,

APRIL 21, 2006 IN THE CULTURAL CENTER.

Various meetings with the City, BrowardCounty and the South Florida Regional Planning Council pertaining to the Village at Gulfstream project were discussed.

Issues to be addressed during Broward Days in Tallahassee (April 4th and 5th, 2006) were listed. Information prepared by consultant Larry Smith regarding the Broward Days event was distributed.

The need for additional parking in particular areas of the City was noted. Consensus was reached that certain areas of the City should be surveyed regarding parking needs and issues. Survey will be done by private entities such as the Three Islands Council.

City Manager Good discussed personnel needs within the organization.

There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at

3:05 PM.

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,

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Mayor

ATTEST:

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City Clerk

RECORDING SECRETARY:ShariCanada

APPROVED BY COMMISSION:______

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