Fort Lauderdale public meetings in 2021

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will hold a discussion regarding Bahia Mar. This includes reviewing draft master lease agreements, phased leases, and amended association covenants. The meeting also covers communications to the commission and reports from city officials.

• Bahia Mar discussion (BUS-1 21-1190)
• Draft Master Lease Agreement for Bahia Mar
• Draft Phased Lease for Bahia Mar
• Draft Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants & Restrictions of Bahia Mar Master Association, Inc.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several items including event agreements and road closures for local activities. The agenda also includes authorizing multiple legal settlements and various infrastructure projects.

• Utility undergrounding agreements for Las Olas Isles
• Workers’ compensation claim settlement for $310,000
• General liability claim settlement for $200,000
• Event agreements and road closures for the Las Olas/A1A Triathlon
• Appointment of David R. Soloman as City Clerk

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission adopted a Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions Policy and approved multiple contracts for the Las Olas Isles overhead utility undergrounding project, including a $4.73M construction agreement. It also approved settlements totaling $640,000 for three claims, adopted a resolution appointing David R. Soloman as City Clerk, and approved a site plan for 808 SE 4th Street with a 4-1 vote. A walk-on resolution to appoint special counsel for redistricting was discussed but no action was taken.

• Adopted Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions Policy (5-0)
• Approved $4,733,400 Las Olas Isles undergrounding contract with Ferreira Construction (5-0)
• Approved $720,273 underground conversion agreement for Las Olas Isles (5-0)
• Approved $739,814 AT&T Southeast special construction agreement (5-0)
• Approved $484,889 Comcast relocation agreement (5-0)
• Approved $130,000 workers' comp settlement (Yves Vincent) (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 general liability settlement (Swiss Re) (5-0)
• Approved $310,000 workers' comp settlement (Robert Fortier) (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review a forensic examination report regarding the Rio Vista Restoration Project. The agenda also includes an update on leaf blowers and a quarterly investment performance report for the period ending September 30, 2021.

• Rio Vista Restoration Project forensic examination report
• Leaf Blower Update
• Quarterly Investment Report for period ending September 30, 2021

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several contract amendments and grant agreements. This includes funding for the NW 21st Avenue Pipe Rehabilitation Stormwater Project and various event agreements. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a right-of-way vacation on NE 5th Terrace.

• $750,000 grant agreement for NW 21st Avenue Pipe Rehabilitation Stormwater Project
• $645,760 irrigation system purchase for Sunset Memorial Cemetery
• $313,919 long-term disability insurance policy for city employees
• $620,000 agreement for Tarpon River dredging
• Public hearing regarding vacating right-of-way on NE 5th Terrace

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved the consent agenda, including event agreements, a fire rescue interlocal agreement with Lauderhill, and a $313,919 long-term disability insurance policy. They adopted resolutions for dock permits, airport grants, a $750,000 stormwater grant, and a consolidated budget amendment for FY 2022. They also passed ordinances on pay plan classifications and salary minimums, and deferred two quasi-judicial items to later dates.

• Approved consent agenda with event agreements, fire rescue interlocal agreement, and LTD insurance policy (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for dock permits, airport grants, and $750,000 FDEP stormwater grant (5-0)
• Adopted consolidated budget amendment for FY 2022 (5-0)
• Approved purchases including irrigation system, chlorine system, dredging, and speed cushions (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to vacate right-of-way on NE 5th Terrace (5-0)
• Deferred site plan for 808 SE 4th Residences to December 21, 2021 (5-0)
• Deferred historic landmark designation for New River Castle to January 18, 2022 (3-2)
• Adopted pay plan ordinance creating two new classifications (4-1)

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Citizens' Police Review Board. The session includes reviewing CPRB minutes from June 14, 2021, and City Manager's Memo 21-27.

• Joint meeting with the Citizens' Police Review Board (CPRB)
• Review of CPRB minutes from June 14, 2021
• Review of City Manager's Memo 21-27

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board will review several resolutions regarding funding and budget amendments. These include a residential landscaping program, an aquatic complex renovation, and a development incentive loan.

• $4,000,000 CRA Development Incentive Program loan to 909 NW 6th St. LLC
• $300,000 for the CRA Residential Façade and Landscaping Program
• $413,676.87 budget amendment for Aquatic Complex Renovations Project
• Budget amendment for Central City CRA Fund Balance reallocation

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a $4,000,000 loan to 909 NW 6th St. LLC for a mixed-use commercial development at 909 Sistrunk Boulevard, and authorized the executive director to execute related instruments. The board also adopted resolutions to return Central City CRA fund balance for reallocation, fund the Residential Façade and Landscaping Program with $300,000, and appropriate $413,676.87 from escrow and wayfinding funds to the Aquatic Complex Renovations Project. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes for November 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted budget amendment returning Central City CRA fund balance for reallocation (5-0)
• Adopted $300,000 funding for CRA Residential Façade and Landscaping Program (5-0)
• Adopted $4,000,000 CRA Development Incentive Program loan to 909 NW 6th St. LLC for mixed-use project at 909 Sistrunk Boulevard (5-0)
• Adopted budget amendment appropriating $413,676.87 to Aquatic Complex Renovations Project (5-0)

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board will review a quarterly investment report for the period ending September 30, 2021. The board will also consider approving minutes from its September 21, 2021 meeting.

• Quarterly OPEB Trust investment report for the period ending September 30, 2021
• Approval of minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board received the quarterly investment report for the period ending September 30, 2021, and approved the minutes from the September 21, 2021 board meeting. All five members were present and voted in favor of the minutes.

• Received the Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Quarterly Investment Report for period ending September 30, 2021.
• Approved the minutes of the September 21, 2021 Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Board Meeting (5-0).

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Bahia Mar project. The discussion includes reviewing amended lease agreements with Rahn Bahia Mar L.L.C and various boat show leases.

• Discussion regarding Bahia Mar lease agreement with Rahn Bahia Mar L.L.C
• Review of the Extended Boat Show Lease dated June 6, 2017
• Review of the 2019 Amendment to Boat Show Agreements

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $23,100,000 in tax increment revenue and refunding notes for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Community Redevelopment Area. The commission also adopted the 2022 State Legislative Program as amended, with a 3-2 vote, and passed several ordinances on first reading, including creating two new non-bargaining unit classifications and increasing minimum salaries to meet the state minimum wage. All other consent agenda items, motions, and resolutions were approved unanimously.

• Approved $23.1M CRA bond issuance for redevelopment (5-0)
• Adopted 2022 State Legislative Program as amended (3-2)
• Passed first reading of ordinance creating two new pay classifications (4-1)
• Passed first reading of ordinance raising minimum salaries to state minimum wage (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance on year-round landscape irrigation conservation (5-0)
• Approved $5.4M increase to stormwater master plan contract (5-0)
• Approved $419,012 in FY2022 nonprofit contributions (5-0)
• Approved settlement with Continental Construction USA (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The board adopted a resolution accepting a $20,769,000 bank loan from Truist Bank and appropriating $25,716,561 for debt repayment and business incentive projects. It also approved a $1,846,789.02 expenditure to relocate FPL transmission facilities, and approved public hearings for two Sistrunk Boulevard development projects, including a $2,450,000 loan for the Victory Entertainment Complex and an $8,000,000 loan for affordable housing projects. A $4,000,000 loan to 909 NW 6th St. LLC was deferred to December 7, 2021.

• Adopted $20.77M Truist Bank loan and $25.7M budget amendment (4-0)
• Deferred $4M CRA loan to 909 NW 6th St. LLC to Dec 7, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved $1,846,789.02 for FPL transmission facility relocation (4-0)
• Increased Greenberg Traurig special counsel fee to $42,500 plus costs (4-0)
• Approved subordination agreement for 613 NW 3rd Ave mortgage (4-0)
• Appropriated unspent FY2021 year-end incentive fund balances (4-0)
• Adopted $2.45M loan for Victory Entertainment Complex (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted $8M loan for The Aldridge and The Laramore affordable housing (4-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

This conference meeting focuses on status reports and discussions rather than legislative actions. The agenda includes a review of computer software inventory and a summary of follow-up audits through September 30, 2021.

• Computer Software and Programs Inventory Review (CF-1 21-1081)
• Summary of Follow-Up Audits as of September 30, 2021 (CF-2 21-1082)
• Discussion on the Office of the City Clerk (BUS-1 21-1073)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several items including a large software agreement and multiple development licenses for projects on Andrews Avenue. The agenda also includes approvals for special event agreements and grant acceptances.

• $543,900 proprietary agreement with ESRI for environmental systems software
• Event agreements for Igloo Cooler Festival and STILES Light Up Downtown
• $30,000 Florida Department of Transportation grant acceptance
• $16,670 grant agreement with Sea Turtle Conservancy for light shields on State Road A1A
• Revocable license agreements for the Pearl Riverland, New River Yacht Club III, and Village View projects

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a consent agenda including a consolidated budget amendment for FY2022, several event agreements, and various resolutions. A motion to deny a review request for 808 SE 4th Street died for lack of a second, and the commission instead approved setting a de novo hearing within 60 days. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except the de novo hearing motion, which passed 3-2.

• Approved consolidated budget amendment for FY2022 (5-0)
• Approved event agreements for Igloo Cooler Festival and STILES Light Up Downtown (5-0)
• Approved $543,900 GIS agreement with ESRI (5-0)
• Terminated Grass Roots Complete LLC and awarded palm frond collection to Eastern Waste Systems (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting 'NO THRU TRUCKS' signage on SE 15th Street and SW 27th Court (5-0)
• Approved eliminating July 19 and August 2, 2022 commission meetings for summer vacation (5-0)
• Adopted City Attorney performance review with 3% salary increase (5-0)
• Set de novo hearing for 808 SE 4th Street within 60 days (3-2)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is reviewing resolutions to accept seven residential properties for affordable housing and six commercial properties from the City of Fort Lauderdale. The board will also consider a $20,000 grant agreement with Central City Alliance Inc. and authorize contracts for property-related services.

• Transfer of seven residential properties for affordable housing
• Transfer of six commercial properties
• $20,000 grant agreement with Central City Alliance Inc.
• Authorization of contracts for property appraisal, title, and demolition services

The board unanimously approved accepting seven residential properties from the city for affordable housing, authorizing contracts for appraisal, title, survey, demolition, and cleanup, and issuing an RFP for development. It also approved a similar resolution for six commercial properties, and approved a $20,000 grant to Central City Alliance Inc. for FY2022. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved minutes for October 5, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 FY2022 grant to Central City Alliance Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted resolution accepting seven residential properties for affordable housing, authorizing contracts and RFP (5-0)
• Adopted resolution accepting six commercial properties, authorizing contracts and RFP (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will discuss recommendations from the Broward County Condominium Structural Issues Committee and receive an update on the Fort Lauderdale Police Headquarters Project. The meeting also includes communications from Planning & Zoning and ITFAC. A private session is scheduled regarding pending litigation.

• Recommendations from the Broward County Condominium Structural Issues Committee
• Update on the Fort Lauderdale Police Headquarters Project
• Communications from Planning & Zoning and ITFAC
• Private session regarding Mark Messina et al. v. City of Fort Lauderdale

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several items including utility infrastructure purchases and medical plan reinsurance. The meeting also includes requests for event agreements and road closures for community programs. Additionally, the Commission will consider various grant applications and contract amendments.

• $5.2 million in proprietary purchases for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems
• $1,398,334 purchase of reinsurance for the City's self-funded medical plan
• $1,514,760 agreement for cold water meters with Fortiline, Inc.
• Grant applications for NE 15th Avenue and NE 26th Street Complete Streets projects
• Event agreements and road closures for Walk MS and New Year's Eve

The City Commission approved a quasi-judicial resolution for a modified site plan at 3016 and 3030 Bayshore Drive, allowing 115 multifamily residential units, 168 hotel rooms, restaurant and retail space, with Commissioner Sorensen voting no. The commission also adopted the final assessment resolution for underground utility lines in Las Olas Isles, approved a $906,510 CDBG-CV grant application, and adopted an ordinance redefining 'grade' in the ULDR. Several event agreements were approved, but a motion for the Tortuga After Party with DJ Silver died for lack of a second.

• Approved Bayshore Hotel LLC site plan for 115 residential units, 168 hotel rooms, restaurant and retail (4-1)
• Adopted final assessment resolution for Las Olas Isles underground utility lines (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $906,510 CDBG-CV grant application to Florida DEO (5-0)
• Adopted ULDR amendment redefining 'grade' on second reading (5-0)
• Approved $1,398,334 reinsurance purchase with Cigna for self-funded medical plan (5-0)
• Approved $1,514,760 agreement with Fortiline for cold water meters (5-0)
• Approved event agreement and music exemption for Chicken & Beer Food Festival with amplified music until 9 pm (5-0)
• Motion for Tortuga After Party with DJ Silver died for lack of a second

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will discuss unfunded community investment plan needs for the General Fund. The agenda also includes updates on the LauderTrail Master Plan and a feasibility study for an aviation training program.

• Unfunded Community Investment Plan Needs - General Fund
• Fort Lauderdale Aviation and Aerospace Training Program Phase 1 update
• LauderTrail Master Plan update
• Rescheduling of 2022 holiday meeting dates

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several motions and resolutions, including the acceptance of state housing funds and beach business grants. The agenda also includes proclamations for National Hispanic Heritage Month and Fire Prevention Week.

• Acceptance of $1,251,351 in State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds
• Five-year agreement with TMF Holdco, LLC for the Tortuga Music Festival
• $750,000 total agreement with Audacy Operations, Inc. for Beach Festival grants
• $196,875 FDOT grant for new shuttle stops and shelters
• $168,750 economic development incentive award for Project Disembark

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a resolution to proceed with The Boring Company's unsolicited proposal for a subsurface tunnel from downtown to the beach, authorizing negotiations (4-1). The commission also approved a $14.47M stormwater improvement contract, transferred city-owned properties for affordable housing, and passed several other items. Two items were deferred to October 21, 2021, and one ordinance was defeated.

• Approved Boring Company tunnel proposal, authorizing negotiations (4-1)
• Approved $14,471,533 Edgewood Neighborhood Storm Water Improvements contract with David Mancini & Sons, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted transfer of 7 city-owned properties to CRA for affordable housing (5-0)
• Adopted transfer of 6 city-owned properties along NW 22 Road to CRA (5-0)
• Approved $1,251,351 SHIP funds acceptance and allocation for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Approved $184,104 Broward County Enhanced Marine Law Enforcement Grant (5-0)
• Defeated ordinance amending fence, walls, and hedges height requirements (1-4)
• Deferred interim agreement with Hall of Fame Partners, LLC to October 21, 2021 (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will review minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting. The board will also consider a resolution to amend the Letter of Intent and change partners for the West Village, LLC Project in District 3.

• Approval of September 21, 2021, meeting minutes
• Resolution to amend partners for the West Village, LLC Project
• Addition of Altis Cardinal Living, LLC and Yalale Holdings, LLLP to the project
• Removal of Lansing Melbourne Group, LLC from the project

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved the minutes from its September 21, 2021 meeting. The board also adopted a resolution approving Altis Cardinal Living, LLC as new partners in the West Village project, removing Lansing Melbourne Group, LLC, adding Yalale Holdings, LLLP, and ratifying Resolution 20-01. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 CRA Board meeting
• Adopted resolution approving Altis Cardinal Living, LLC as new partners in West Village project
• Removed Lansing Melbourne Group, LLC from the project
• Added Yalale Holdings, LLLP as a partner
• Ratified Resolution 20-01

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review a quarterly investment report for the period ending June 30, 2021. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the future development of the One Stop Shop.

• Quarterly Investment Report for period ending June 30, 2021
• Discussion on future development of the One Stop Shop
• Communications to the Commission from SAB, PAPAB, and EDAB
• Executive closed door session regarding Fort Lauderdale Food Not Bombs litigation

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several event agreements, contract amendments, and development negotiations. Items include infrastructure projects at the Executive Airport and frameworks for allocating opioid settlement proceeds.

• $2,548,551.89 contract for taxiway intersection improvements at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport
• Resolution authorizing a framework for the allocation of opioid settlement proceeds
• $630,000 for legislative and executive branch representative services
• $558,403 agreement for Motorola radio system maintenance and support
• $100,000 grant participation agreement with The Stranahan House, Inc.

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a quasi-judicial resolution for an alternative design of a 12-story mixed-use and mixed-income development with ground-floor commercial space at 600 North Andrews Avenue, deviating from Downtown Master Plan standards for minimum building tower setback and maximum floorplate size. The commission also passed the first reading of an ordinance amending the Unified Land Development Regulations regarding flexibility rules for development permits. All votes were 5-0 except for the approval of the September 8, 2021 special meeting minutes, which passed 4-0 with Commissioner McKinzie not present.

• Approved alternative design for 12-story mixed-use development at 600 N Andrews Ave (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ULDR amendment on flexibility rules for development permits (5-0)
• Adopted second reading of ordinance for 1.5% general wage increase effective Oct 3, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted second reading for 65-unit 'Olakino House' residential development (5-0)
• Approved $2,548,551.89 taxiway intersection improvement project at Executive Airport (5-0)
• Approved $85,800 ShotSpotter contract amendment for gunshot detection (5-0)
• Approved $630,000 for state legislative and executive branch representative services (5-0)
• Approved $558,403 Motorola radio system maintenance agreement (5-0)

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board is meeting to review a quarterly investment report and approve minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting. The board will also consider motions to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022 OPEB Trust Fund Budget.

• Quarterly OPEB Trust Investment Report for the period ending June 30, 2021
• Approval of minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 OPEB Trust Fund Budget

The Fort Lauderdale Other Post-Employment Benefits Board approved the minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting and adopted the Fiscal Year 2022 OPEB Trust Fund budget, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also received the quarterly investment report for the period ending June 30, 2021, but took no action on it.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 OPEB Board meeting (5-0)
• Adopted FY2022 OPEB Trust Fund budget (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board will consider subordinating CRA mortgages for Urban North, LLC to a new mortgage with First Republic Bank. The board will also review partner changes for the West Village, LLC project. These items include amendments to façade and business improvement program agreements.

• Subordination of $50,000 and $225,000 CRA mortgages for Urban North, LLC
• Amendments to Façade Program and Property and Business Improvement Program agreements
• Partner changes for Altis Cardinal Living, LLC regarding the West Village, LLC project
• Approval of September 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a motion to subordinate CRA mortgages from Urban North, LLC to a new mortgage in favor of First Republic Bank, and to amend related agreements with Urban North LLC and Patio Bar and Pizza, LLC. The board also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2021 meeting. A resolution regarding new partners for the West Village project was deferred to October 5, 2021.

• Approved minutes for September 9, 2021 CRA Board meeting (5-0)
• Approved subordination of CRA mortgages from Urban North, LLC to First Republic Bank, with amendments to façade and property improvement agreements (4-0, Chair Trantalis abstained)
• Deferred resolution on Altis Cardinal Living, LLC as new partners for West Village project to October 5, 2021 (4-1)

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is conducting a second budget hearing to review several fiscal year 2022 items. This includes consideration of the final city budget, millage rates, and various utility and service assessments.

• Adoption of the FY 2022 City Budget, personnel complement, and ROI
• Final millage rate (4.1193) and debt service millage rate (0.2613)
• Approval of a $2.68 per 1,000 gallons wastewater rate
• Lauderdale Isles Water Management District budget and $15 per parcel assessment
• Ordinance for increases to water rates, tapping charges, and fire service charges

The City Commission held its second budget hearing and adopted the Fiscal Year 2022 final budget, personnel complement, and return on investment, as amended, along with the final millage rate of 4.1193 and debt service millage rate of 0.2613. The commission also approved the five-year Community Investment Plan for FY2022-2026 and various utility rate increases, including a wastewater rate of $2.68 per 1,000 gallons. Several non-ad valorem assessments were adopted, including stormwater, nuisance abatement, utility undergrounding, fire services, and the Lauderdale Isles Water Management District budget. All votes were unanimous except for items BGT-1, BGT-3, BGT-4, and BGT-9, which passed 4-1 with Commissioner McKinzie voting no.

• Adopted FY2022 final budget, personnel complement, and return on investment as amended (5-0)
• Adopted FY2022 final millage rate of 4.1193 and debt service millage rate of 0.2613 (5-0)
• Adopted FY2022-2026 Community Investment Plan and appropriated FY2022 project funding (5-0)
• Adopted Central Wastewater Region Large User Rate of $2.68 per 1,000 gallons (4-1)
• Adopted increases to tapping charges, water rates, master meter charges, service availability charges, sprinkling charges, and fire service charges (4-1)
• Adopted FY2022 stormwater non-ad valorem assessment (4-1)
• Adopted FY2022 fire assessment and assessment roll (4-1)
• Adopted FY2022 non-ad valorem assessments for nuisance abatement, utility undergrounding, and Beach Business Improvement District (5-0)

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission is holding a joint workshop with the Infrastructure Task Force Advisory Committee. The session involves reviewing a committee report and various technical appendices regarding city infrastructure.

• Report of the Infrastructure Task Force Advisory Committee
• Asset Management Report (Mapping and Risk Analysis)
• Bond Progress Report
• Fire Hydrant Report
• Comprehensive Utility Strategic Master Plan

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The City Commission is considering a resolution to establish a capital reserve for the Water and Sewer System. The commission will also discuss amending plans for underground utility line facilities in the Las Olas Isles neighborhood.

• Establishing a Capital Reserve for the Water and Sewer System
• Amending resolution for underground utility line facilities in Las Olas Isles
• Adopting supplemental assessment methodology for undergrounding utilities
• Setting a public hearing date for the undergrounding special assessment

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission held a special meeting and adopted two resolutions. The first established a capital reserve for the water and sewer system, passing 4-1 with Commissioner McKinzie dissenting. The second amended the intent to install underground utility lines in the Las Olas Isles neighborhood, adopted the supplemental assessment methodology report, and set a public hearing date for the special assessment; it passed unanimously 5-0.

• Adopted resolution establishing a capital reserve for the water and sewer system (4-1)
• Adopted resolution amending intent to install underground utility lines in Las Olas Isles, adopting supplemental assessment methodology and setting public hearing date (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will hold a conference meeting to review several status reports and discussion items. Topics include the Henry E. Kinney Tunnel construction update and Lockhart Park development. The commission will also review unfunded Community Investment Plan needs for the General Fund.

• Henry E. Kinney Tunnel construction update
• Discussion of the Special Entertainment Overlay District
• Future development discussion for Lockhart Park
• Review of unfunded Community Investment Plan needs for the General Fund
• Monitoring of Public Works Department overtime

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is considering several motions, including a $425,031 workers’ compensation insurance purchase. The agenda also includes ratifying lease defaults and approving various FDOT grants for airport projects.

• Purchase of workers’ compensation insurance for $425,031
• Ratification of lease defaults for Riverfront Cruise and Broward Maritime Institute
• FDOT grant agreement for Mid-Field Taxiway Extension at $946,200
• Event agreements for Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival
• Donation of DuoDote® Auto-Injectors valued at $3,539.25

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $25,043,981.71 contract for River Oaks stormwater improvements and adopted a resolution opposing Texas-style abortion restrictions, urging Florida municipalities to protect reproductive healthcare access. The commission also approved a $10.27M ERP software amendment, a $3.26M odor control contract, and a $1.24M fire station parking lot, among other consent items. A dockage default action for Lady Pamela Boat Rentals was deferred to September 21, 2021.

• Approved $25,043,981.71 River Oaks stormwater improvements contract (5-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing abortion restrictions and supporting reproductive rights (3-1, McKinzie excused)
• Approved $10,273,400 ERP software amendment with Infor (5-0)
• Approved $3,258,330 odor and corrosion control services with Evoqua (5-0)
• Approved $1,237,903 construction for temporary Fire Station No. 13 parking lot (5-0)
• Approved $425,031 workers' compensation insurance purchase (5-0)
• Deferred Lady Pamela Boat Rentals dockage default action to Sept. 21 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing Noise Control Advisory Committee (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board is meeting to approve minutes from the August 17, 2021 meeting. The board will also consider design services for Provident Park Improvements and legal counsel for a $23.1 million loan.

• Agreement with ACAI Associates, Inc. for Provident Park Improvements up to $163,870
• Appointment of Greenberg Traurig, LLP as Special Counsel for a $23,100,000 loan
• Approval of August 17, 2021 meeting minutes

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a motion to enter into an agreement with ACAI Associates, Inc. for design plans and post-design services for Provident Park improvements at 1412 Sistrunk Boulevard, at a cost not to exceed $163,870. The board also adopted a resolution appointing Greenberg Traurig, LLP as special counsel for closing on a taxable loan from Truist Bank, not to exceed $23,100,000, to fund the Series 2021 Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Project and refinance the Series 2015 Note. Minutes from the August 17, 2021 meeting were approved. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Robert L. McKinzie excused.

• Approved minutes from the August 17, 2021 CRA Board meeting
• Approved agreement with ACAI Associates, Inc. for Provident Park design plans, not to exceed $163,870
• Adopted resolution appointing Greenberg Traurig, LLP as special counsel for Truist Bank loan closing
• Authorized loan amount not to exceed $23,100,000 for Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Project and refinancing of Series 2015 Note

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The City Commission is conducting its first budget hearing to discuss the FY 2022 tentative budget and millage rate. The agenda also includes proposals for a five-year community investment plan and changes to utility service charges.

• Ordinance to increase water rates, tapping charges, and fire service charges
• Adoption of the FY 2022 tentative millage rate of 4.1193
• FY 2022 Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District budget of $141,730
• Five-Year Community Investment Plan for October 2021 through September 2026
• Adoption of the FY 2022 tentative city budget and personnel complement

The City Commission held its first budget hearing and passed several items on first reading or as tentative adoptions. The commission tentatively adopted the FY2022 city budget, a millage rate of 4.1193, and a five-year Community Investment Plan, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. It also passed on first reading an ordinance increasing water and fire service charges, with Commissioner McKinzie voting no. The tentative Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District millage rate and budget were also adopted unanimously.

• Adopted FY2022 tentative millage rate of 4.1193 (5-0)
• Adopted FY2022 tentative city budget (5-0)
• Adopted tentative 5-year Community Investment Plan (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance increasing water and fire service charges (4-1)
• Adopted Sunrise Key tentative millage rate of 1.0000 (5-0)
• Adopted Sunrise Key tentative budget of $141,730 (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will hold a conference meeting to discuss unfunded needs for the Community Investment Plan. The agenda also includes an overview of noise ordinance enforcement challenges and diversity recruitment updates for Fire Rescue.

• Unfunded Community Investment Plan Needs - General Fund
• Noise Ordinance Overview, Enforcement Challenges, and Recommended Solutions
• Diversity Recruitment Hiring Update for Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue
• Post Legislative Session Update from Senator Perry E. Thurston, Jr.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review multiple legal claim settlements and agreements for local events that involve road closures. The agenda also includes a property sale and the acceptance of grant funds for historic preservation.

• Settlement of auto liability claim for $225,000
• Event agreements and road closures for Beerfest 5K and Winterfest Boat Parade
• Sale of city property at 2200 NW 6 Court to Church of Christ at Washington Park, Inc.
• Acceptance of a $50,000 grant for a Strategic Historic Preservation Plan
• Reimbursement for a saltwater intrusion monitoring well in the amount of $25,184.50

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $640,000 Development Incentive Program loan to Green Mills Holdings, LLC and The Pantry of Broward, Inc. for 'The Pantry Lofts', contingent on the award of 9% tax credits from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. The commission also adopted several resolutions, including appointing special counsel for a proposed subsurface transit system and approving the sale of city-owned property to a church. A motion to install license plate reader cameras in the Nurmi Isles neighborhood was deferred to October 5, 2021.

• Approved $640,000 loan for The Pantry Lofts affordable housing (5-0)
• Adopted resolution appointing Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell as special counsel for subsurface transit proposal (4-1)
• Approved sale of city-owned property at 2200 NW 6 Court to Church of Christ at Washington Park (5-0)
• Approved settlement of auto liability claim for $225,000 (5-0)
• Approved settlement of general liability claim for $180,000 (5-0)
• Approved settlement of general liability claim for $157,500 (5-0)
• Approved settlement of workers' compensation claim for $195,000 (5-0)
• Deferred license plate reader camera installation in Nurmi Isles to October 5, 2021 (5-0)

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will hold a joint workshop with the Budget Advisory Board to review several financial items. Discussions include the FY 2022 proposed budget and recommendations for a new water treatment plant. The session also covers the FY 2022 - FY 2026 Community Investment Plan.

• Review of FY 2022 Proposed Budget
• Discussion of New Water Treatment Plant recommendations
• Review of FY 2022 - FY 2026 Community Investment Plan
• FY 2021 Budget Advisory Board Work Plan

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Board will consider a $640,000 Development Incentive Program Loan for "The Pantry Lofts" project. Members will also review the FY 2022 CRA operating budget and community investment plan allocations. Additionally, the board will approve minutes from the July 6, 2021 meeting.

• $640,000 Development Incentive Program Loan for "The Pantry Lofts"
• FY 2022 CRA Operating Budget and Community Investment Plan allocations
• Approval of July 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a $640,000 development incentive loan to Green Mills Holdings, LLC and The Pantry of Broward, Inc. for 'The Pantry Lofts', contingent on the award of 9% tax credits from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. The board also adopted the final CRA operating budget and Community Investment Plan allocations for Fiscal Year 2022, and approved the minutes from the July 6, 2021 meeting. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $640,000 Development Incentive Program loan to Green Mills Holdings, LLC and The Pantry of Broward, Inc. for 'The Pantry Lofts', contingent on 9% tax credits (5-0)
• Adopted final CRA Operating Budget and Community Investment Plan allocations for FY2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 CRA Board meeting (5-0)

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will consider two resolutions during this special meeting. One resolution proposes waiving competitive solicitation processes for improvements at Rio Vista Parks. The second resolution involves a consolidated budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2021.

• Resolution to waive procurement rules for Rio Vista Parks improvements, including playground equipment and paving
• Consolidated Budget Amendment to Fiscal Year 2021

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission held a special meeting on August 5, 2021, with four members present and Commissioner McKinzie excused. The commission adopted two resolutions: one waiving mandatory approval and competitive bidding requirements for Rio Vista Parks improvements, and another approving a consolidated budget amendment for fiscal year 2021. Both resolutions passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote.

• Adopted resolution waiving procurement rules for Rio Vista Parks improvements (4-0)
• Adopted consolidated budget amendment for FY2021 (4-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review a preliminary analysis for the Uptown South Master Plan and a concept plan for Lockhart Community Park. The agenda also includes discussions on city marketing initiatives and communications from various city boards. A private session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation.

• Uptown South Master Plan preliminary analysis presentation
• Lockhart Community Park discussion and concept plan
• City marketing initiatives and economic development goals
• Closed door session regarding Ruel and Paulette Dehaney v. City of Fort Lauderdale

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several motions including event agreements and grant acceptances. The agenda includes a large lease amendment and funding for South Ocean Drive Bridge reconstruction.

• $3,488,067 lease amendment for Ivy Tower 101 Property, LLC
• $454,516 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• Agreement for South Ocean Drive Bridge demolition and reconstruction
• Approval of event agreements and road closures for various local events
• $149,797 purchase of law enforcement transcription services

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a consent agenda and numerous resolutions, including setting the proposed FY2022 millage rate and debt service rate, and adopting preliminary rate resolutions for fire, beach, undergrounding, and stormwater assessments. It also passed first readings for a rezoning and ordinances on water credits and parklets, and adopted a special events parking rate structure. One item, a revocable license for security cameras, was removed from the agenda.

• Adopted resolution setting FY2022 proposed millage rate and debt service rate (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including event agreements, grants, and lease amendments (5-0)
• Passed first reading of rezoning for 60-unit mixed-use development at 1123 NE 4th Ave (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing special events parking cost structure effective Aug 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted preliminary rate resolutions for fire, beach, undergrounding, and stormwater assessments (4-1 or 5-0)
• Approved lease of Fire Prevention Bureau Building to Fort Lauderdale Professional Firefighters (5-0)
• Adopted resolution providing notice of intent for unsolicited proposal (4-1)
• Removed from agenda: revocable license for security cameras in Nurmi Isles rights-of-way

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and receive an update regarding Bahia Mar. This item is designated for Commission District 2.

• Discussion and update regarding Bahia Mar (District 2)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is reviewing the June 15, 2021, meeting minutes. The board will also consider a partial mortgage release for 200 South Market Street LLC in exchange for a $42,500 payment.

• Approval of June 15, 2021, CRA Board meeting minutes
• Partial mortgage release for 200 South Market Street LLC involving a $42,500 payment
• Delegation of authority to the Executive Director regarding improvement agreements

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved two motions at its July 6, 2021 meeting. It approved the minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting and approved a partial release of mortgage for 200 South Market Street LLC in exchange for a partial payment of $42,500, also delegating authority to the Executive Director for certain actions. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved minutes for June 15, 2021 CRA Board meeting (5-0)
• Approved partial release of mortgage for 200 South Market Street LLC in exchange for $42,500 partial payment and delegated authority to Executive Director (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review the quarterly investment report for the period ending March 31, 2021. The meeting includes a discussion regarding diversity recruitment and hiring for Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss litigation involving James Smith.

• Quarterly Investment Report for period ending March 31, 2021
• Discussion on diversity recruitment and hiring for Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue
• Closed session regarding James Smith v. City of Fort Lauderdale, et al.

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will hold a joint workshop with the Budget Advisory Board to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 preliminary budget. The meeting includes a presentation on the 10-year financial plan and revenue sufficiency analysis.

• Review of the Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund Preliminary Budget
• Presentation of the FY 2022 10-Year Financial Plan/Revenue Sufficiency Analysis by Stantec Consulting Services Inc.
• Business updates regarding the FY 2021 Budget Advisory Board Work Plan

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is reviewing several large-scale service contracts and development permits. Proposed actions include agreements for water treatment plant services, building maintenance, and site plan amendments. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a COVID-19 vaccination site partnership at Lockhart Park.

• $4,124,495 contract for sports lighting purchase and installation
• $2,500,000 agreement for Fiveash Water Treatment Plant replacement services
• $1,727,907 contract for Public Works Administration Building air conditioning replacement
• Site plan permit amendments for Orton Place LLC and Edgewater House Condominium Association
• $500,000 lease amendment for Huizenga Plaza

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission unanimously adopted, as amended, resolutions accepting the Las Olas Boulevard Vision Plan for both the Eastern and Western Corridors. The commission also approved a consent agenda containing numerous items, including a $4.1 million sports lighting purchase and a $1.7 million air conditioning replacement. Several development permits and a special permit for extended construction hours at the Broward County Convention Center were also approved.

• Adopted as amended the Las Olas Boulevard Vision Plan for the Eastern Corridor (Resolution 21-0617).
• Adopted as amended the Las Olas Boulevard Vision Plan for the Western Corridor (Resolution 21-0627).
• Approved the consent agenda, including a $4,124,495 purchase and installation of sports lighting (CP-6).
• Approved a $1,727,907 agreement for Public Works Administration Building air conditioning replacement (CP-5).
• Approved a $2,500,000 agreement for owner's representative services for the Fiveash Water Treatment Plant replacement (CP-8).
• Adopted a resolution approving a special permit to extend construction hours for the Broward County Convention Center (R-4).
• Adopted a resolution approving the secondary street name addition of Davie Boulevard to Rubin Stacy Memorial Boulevard (R-5).
• Approved the Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 (PH-1).

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will hold a workshop regarding the Las Olas Boulevard Vision Plan for Districts 2 and 4. The agenda includes reviews of the original plan version and summaries of changes for both the eastern and western corridors.

• Las Olas Boulevard Vision Plan (Districts 2 and 4)
• Western Corridor summary of changes
• Eastern Corridor summary of changes

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board will review the quarterly investment report for the period ending March 31, 2021. The board will also consider a motion to approve minutes from its April 6, 2021, meeting.

• Quarterly OPEB Trust Investment Report for the period ending March 31, 2021
• Approval of minutes from the April 6, 2021, board meeting

The Fort Lauderdale Other Post-Employment Benefits Board met on June 15, 2021, with all five members present. The board approved the minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting. It also received the quarterly investment report for the period ending March 31, 2021, as a board report item.

• Approved the minutes of the April 6, 2021 Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Board Meeting (M-1, 21-0454) by a 5-0 vote.
• Received the Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Quarterly Investment Report for the period ending March 31, 2021 (BR-1, 21-0482) as a board report.

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board is conducting a public hearing regarding the Scattered Site Infill Housing Development Project. The proposal includes approving land donations and awarding the project to several development entities. It also seeks authorization for the Executive Director to execute related development agreements.

• Public hearing for Scattered Site Infill Housing Development Project (RFP Bid # 12385-105)
• Proposed award of land donation and project to five development entities
• Approval of May 18, 2021, CRA Board meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting. It then adopted a public hearing item approving the donation of land and awarding the Scattered Site Infill Housing Development Project (RFP Bid # 12385-105) to WWA Development LLC, Fort Lauderdale Community Development Corporation, Ges Mac Development Inc, Lemon City Development LLC, and Oasis of Hope Community Development Corporation Inc. The executive director was authorized to execute development agreements and related documents. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes for May 18, 2021 CRA Board meeting (5-0)
• Adopted donation of land and award of Scattered Site Infill Housing Development Project to five developers (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute development agreements and related documents (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several agreements and grant acceptances. This includes a $1,247,500 contract for stormwater infrastructure services and a $350,000 protein skimming pilot program in the Himmarshee Canal.

• $1,247,500 agreement for Stormwater Infrastructure Desilting Services with FG Construction, LLC
• $350,000 agreement with Clean Waterways, LLC for a Pilot Protein Skimming Program in the Himmarshee Canal
• Lease amendment for 255 NE 3rd Avenue totaling $680,760.96 over 60 months
• $182,680 grant acceptance for the Downtown Link Route
• Agreement for design and construction of the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center South Building

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a consent agenda including a $9 million two-year stormwater construction contract, a $1.25 million desilting agreement, and a $350,000 pilot protein skimming program. They also adopted a rezoning for a marina sales and service facility and passed a right-of-way vacation on first reading. The Las Olas Boulevard Vision Plan was deferred to June 15, 2021.

• Approved $9M stormwater construction contracts (5-0)
• Approved $1.25M stormwater desilting agreement with FG Construction (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 pilot protein skimming program with Clean Waterways (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning for marina sales and service facility (5-0)
• Passed first reading of right-of-way vacation for SW 15th Terrace (5-0)
• Adopted consolidated budget amendment for FY2021 (5-0)
• Deferred Las Olas Boulevard Vision Plan to June 15, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted notice of intent for unsolicited proposals (4-1)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review updates on the Joint Governmental Campus Complex and the Uptown South Master Plan. The meeting includes a presentation on a proposed ordinance regarding water, wastewater, and stormwater rates. Commissioners will also discuss a request from the U.S. Department of Justice to dissolve part of a 1980 consent decree.

• Proposed ordinance for water, wastewater, stormwater, and AMI rates
• Joint Governmental Campus Complex update
• Uptown South Master Plan preliminary analysis presentation
• Discussion on U.S. Department of Justice request to dissolve 1980 consent decree

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Commission will review the final report for the Las Olas Boulevard Improvements Project. The meeting also includes a presentation on Broward County solid waste governance and an overview of proposed utility rate amendments.

• Final report for the Las Olas Boulevard Improvements Project
• Update on Broward County Solid Waste Working Group governance structure
• Proposed ordinance regarding water, wastewater, stormwater, and advanced metering infrastructure rates

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several items including the issuance of water and sewer revenue bonds and various service contracts. The agenda also includes approvals for community event agreements and parking enforcement.

• Issuance of Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding Bonds up to $42,500,000
• Agreement for security guard services totaling $572,552 over two years
• Design and construction agreement for the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center South Building
• Stormwater infrastructure desilting services contract for $392,900
• Lease amendment for Asuman 57th Street, LLC totaling $333,881.15

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a rezoning and site plan for a 138-room hotel with 5,698 square feet of retail at 800 Las Olas, along with a related right-of-way vacation. The commission also adopted the Sailboat Bend Historic District survey update (4-1), passed a rezoning for a marina sales and service facility on first reading, and approved a $42.5 million water and sewer revenue refunding bond issuance. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted rezoning and site plan for 138-room hotel and 5,698 sq ft retail at 800 Las Olas (5-0)
• Vacated 10-foot by 75-foot right-of-way between SE 10th Terrace and SE 9th Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted Sailboat Bend Historic District Architectural Resource Survey update (4-1)
• Passed first reading of rezoning for marina sales and service facility (5-0)
• Authorized issuance of $42.5M water and sewer revenue refunding bonds (5-0)
• Approved $572,552 security guard services contract with FPI Security Services (5-0)
• Approved $392,900 stormwater desilting services agreement with DP Development (5-0)
• Adopted Affordable Housing Surplus List (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board is reviewing business agreement amendments and property development proposals. Two public hearings regarding significant loans for the Victory Entertainment Complex and affordable housing projects are requesting deferment to June 15, 2021.

• Amendment to agreement for The Blue Tree Café at 612 NW 9th Avenue
• $2,450,000 loan proposal for Victory Entertainment Complex (requesting deferment)
• $8,000,000 loan proposal for "The Aldridge" and "The Larimore" projects (requesting deferment)
• Approval of May 4, 2021, meeting minutes

The board approved minutes from May 4 and approved as amended a Property and Business Investment Improvement Program agreement with The Blue Tree Café, LLC for a proposed multi-brand virtual kitchen and restaurant at 612 NW 9th Avenue. Two public hearings were deferred to June 15, 2021: a property disposition and development proposal from NE 6th Development, LLC for the Victory Entertainment Complex, and a proposal from Sistrunk Apartments, LLC for two mixed-use affordable housing projects. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes for May 4, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved as amended PBIIP agreement for The Blue Tree Café, LLC at 612 NW 9th Avenue (5-0)
• Deferred to June 15, 2021: NE 6th Development, LLC proposal for Victory Entertainment Complex with $2,450,000 DIP loan
• Deferred to June 15, 2021: Sistrunk Apartments, LLC proposal for The Aldridge and The Larimore with $8,000,000 DIP loan

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review recommendations for a city carbon footprint policy and discuss parental leave. The agenda also includes an update on the Neighbor Volunteer Office Program and communications from advisory boards. A closed session is scheduled regarding pending litigation.

• Carbon Footprint Policy Recommendation and renewable energy feasibility study
• Parental Leave Discussion
• Neighbor Volunteer Office Program Update 2021
• Executive closed session regarding Christina McGuirk, et al. v. City of Fort Lauderdale
• Communications from the Sustainability Advisory Board and Environmental Advisory Board

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several items including park improvements, event agreements, and municipal contracts. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss rezoning for a new hotel and retail space at 800 Las Olas. The agenda also includes the approval of various service agreements and grants.

• Rezoning 800 Las Olas for a 138-room hotel and retail use
• Approval of 39 Parks Improvement Projects
• $2,954,793 contract for wastewater plant electrical power instrumentation
• $359,692 agreement for elevator maintenance and repairs
• $89,330 agreement for railway/highway grade crossing synchronization

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission unanimously approved a $2,954,793 contract with Florida Design Contractors, Inc. for electrical power instrumentation and control work at the George T. Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant. The commission also approved a $342,255 water damage remediation contract, a $359,692 elevator maintenance contract, and a $209,540 parking lot paving contract. Several rezoning ordinances passed first reading, including a 138-room hotel at 800 Las Olas Blvd. A walk-on resolution for Stranahan cafeteria replacement was adopted 4-1, with Commissioner McKinzie dissenting.

• Approved $2,954,793 wastewater treatment plant electrical contract (5-0)
• Approved $342,255 water damage remediation contract with United Restoration (5-0)
• Approved $359,692 elevator maintenance contract with Maverick United Elevator (5-0)
• Approved $209,540 Sistrunk parking lot paving contract (5-0)
• Passed first reading of rezoning for 138-room hotel at 800 Las Olas Blvd (5-0)
• Adopted $57,000 FAA coronavirus relief grant for Executive Airport (5-0)
• Adopted consolidated FY2021 budget amendment (5-0)
• Adopted Stranahan cafeteria replacement resolution (4-1)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is meeting to approve minutes from the April 6, 2021, meeting. The board will also consider a first lease amendment with FPA II, LLC for property located at 914 NW 6th Street.

• Approval of April 6, 2021, meeting minutes
• First lease amendment with FPA II, LLC for 914 NW 6th Street

The board approved the minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting and approved a first lease amendment with FPA II, LLC for property at 914 NW 6th Street. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved minutes for April 6, 2021 CRA Board meeting (5-0)
• Approved first lease amendment with FPA II, LLC for 914 NW 6th Street (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review presentations on potential amendments to land development regulations and updates to zoning software. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding motorcycle noise enforcement along A1A. Additionally, the commission will receive a status report on emergency purchases for the George T. Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Potential amendments to Unified Land Development Regulations (ULDR)
• Motorcycle noise and traffic enforcement along A1A
• Commercial filming in Fort Lauderdale presentation
• Gridics zoning code software update
• Emergency purchases for George T. Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several event agreements, including the 2021 Lauderdale Air Show and Tortuga Music Festival. The agenda also includes votes on large-scale purchases for recycling carts and fencing, as well as legal settlements totaling $250,000.

• Purchase of semi-automatic refuse and recycling carts for $1,394,642.80
• Purchase of chain link and picket fencing for $1,252,675
• Settlement of auto liability and workers' compensation claims totaling $250,000
• Agreement for the 2021 Lauderdale Air Show on Fort Lauderdale Beach
• $92,000 grant application for police marine outboard motor replacement

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved the consent agenda, including event agreements, settlements, and airport grants, and adopted several resolutions. They also passed a rezoning for a parking lot, adopted a right-of-way vacation, and passed ordinances on first and second reading. A walk-on resolution opposing transgender sports bans was adopted 3-1.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 settlement in Frusciante auto liability claim (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 settlement in Fithian workers' comp claim (5-0)
• Approved $1,394,642.80 purchase of refuse carts (5-0)
• Approved $1,252,675 purchase of fencing (5-0)
• Passed rezoning for First Presbyterian Church parking lot (5-0)
• Adopted right-of-way vacation for Holman Automotive (4-1)
• Adopted resolution opposing transgender sports ban (3-1)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will review quarterly investment reports and police department overtime monitoring. The meeting also includes a presentation on housing affordability policy and discussions regarding partnerships between the police department and homeowners' associations.

• Quarterly Investment Report for period ending December 31, 2020
• Continuous monitoring of Police Department overtime
• Breakers Avenue update
• Housing Affordability Policy presentation
• Discussion on police and homeowners' association partnerships

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will consider several event agreements involving road closures and beach licenses. The agenda also includes public hearings on community development plans and funding for the Aquatic Center Project.

• $6,000,000 agreement for plan review and inspection services
• $2,467,282 contract for crossing guard services over two years
• $2,628,197 design-build agreement for Pump Station B-4 Redundant Force Main
• Public hearing on additional funding for the Aquatic Center Project
• $8,663 grant application for derelict vessel removal from the New River

The City Commission approved a consolidated budget amendment for FY2021 and adopted application fees for the Transfer of Development Rights program. It approved agreements for plan review and inspection services totaling $6,000,000 and a $2,467,282 purchase for crossing guard services. The Commission also adopted a resolution appointing Commissioner Heather Moraitis as Vice Mayor and passed an ordinance on second reading aligning subdivision regulations with Broward County platting requirements.

• Approved the consolidated budget amendment to Fiscal Year 2021.
• Adopted application fees for the Transfer of Development Rights program.
• Approved agreements for plan review and inspection services with C.A.P. Government, Inc. and Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Inc. for $6,000,000.
• Approved purchase of crossing guard services from Waterfield Florida Staffing, LLC and Kemp International Corporation for $2,467,282.
• Adopted a resolution appointing Heather Moraitis as Vice Mayor.
• Adopted on second reading an ordinance amending the ULDR Section 47-24.5 to conform with Broward County platting requirements.
• Approved a public hearing amendment to the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan in response to the CARES Act.
• Deferred a right-of-way vacation request for a portion of NE 8th Street to April 20, 2021.

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The Board will review the quarterly OPEB Trust investment report for the period ending December 31, 2020. The agenda also includes a motion to approve the minutes from the December 2, 2020, meeting.

• Quarterly OPEB Trust Investment Report for period ending December 31, 2020
• Approval of December 2, 2020, meeting minutes

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board met and approved the minutes from its December 2, 2020 meeting. The board also received a presentation of the quarterly investment report for the period ending December 31, 2020. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes of the December 2, 2020 board meeting.
• Heard the quarterly investment report for the period ending December 31, 2020 (presented, no action taken).

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Board will consider a resolution to approve charter documents and appoint members for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA Economic Development Corporation. The agenda also includes a motion to approve minutes from the March 16, 2021, meeting.

• Resolution approving charter documents for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA Economic Development Corporation
• Appointment of members to the Economic Development Corporation Board
• Approval of minutes from the March 16, 2021, meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved the minutes from its March 16, 2021 meeting. The board also adopted a resolution accepting the charter documents for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Community Redevelopment Area Economic Development Corporation, appointing its board members, and approving their qualifications, terms, and duties. Both actions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved the minutes from the March 16, 2021 Community Redevelopment Agency Board meeting.
• Adopted a resolution accepting the charter documents for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Community Redevelopment Area Economic Development Corporation.
• Appointed the members of the Economic Development Corporation Board.
• Approved the qualifications for service and term on the Economic Development Corporation Board.
• Ratified the duties of the Economic Development Corporation Board members as set forth in the By-Laws.

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will hold a conference meeting to discuss Bahia Mar. The agenda includes reviewing an amended and restated master lease and a phased lease agreement.

• Discussion of Bahia Mar (BUS-1 21-0312)
• Review of Amended and Restated Master Lease
• Review of Phased Lease Agreement Reduced

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will consider several items including contract amendments, property disposals, and public proclamations. The agenda includes discussions on infrastructure maintenance, economic development incentives, and various public hearings.

• $383,001 agreement for Prospect Road Wellfield diesel tank replacement
• $98,276 increase in funds for turf grass maintenance contracts
• $50,000 economic development incentive award for Project Beecham
• $100,000 joint participation agreement with FDOT for CSX Railroad Bridge maintenance
• $107,500 grant participation agreement with A & R Enterprises of So. FL Inc.

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, including event agreements, a van donation, and several contracts. It adopted resolutions for surplus property disposal, a cemetery map, and an FDOT monitoring agreement. The Commission also passed ordinances on first and second reading, including a new Transfer of Development Rights program and a rezoning for Xtreme Action Park. A waiver for mooring piles at 736 NE 20th Avenue was defeated.

• Approved minutes for Feb 16 regular meeting and amended minutes for March 2 joint workshop.
• Approved consent agenda items including event agreement, van donation, and right-of-way license.
• Adopted resolution for Evergreen Cemetery private family estates map.
• Approved contracts for wellfield tank replacement, turf maintenance, and aquatic center.
• Approved $107,500 and $100,000 Beach Business Improvement District agreements.
• Adopted $50,000 economic development incentive for Project Beecham.
• Adopted ordinance creating a Transfer of Development Rights program.
• Adopted rezoning for Xtreme Action Park to Commercial Recreation district.

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is meeting to approve minutes from the March 2, 2021, meeting. The board will also consider accepting the FY 2020 Annual Report and Audit Report for transmission to taxing districts.

• Approval of March 2, 2021, CRA Board meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the FY 2020 CRA Annual Report and Audit Report

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board met on March 16, 2021, and approved two items unanimously (5-0). The board approved the minutes from the March 2, 2021 meeting and accepted the FLCRA Annual Report and Audit Report, authorizing their transmittal to taxing districts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 2, 2021 CRA Board meeting (5-0)
• Accepted FLCRA Annual Report and Audit Report and authorized transmittal to taxing districts (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review updates to the Downtown Master Plan and a presentation on Transfer of Development Rights. The meeting includes an update on Las Olas Marina and a discussion regarding the Harbor Inlet Gate. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation.

• Downtown Master Plan Update (Districts 2, 3, and 4)
• Transfer of Development Rights Presentation (Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4)
• Las Olas Marina Update (District 2)
• Discussion concerning Harbor Inlet Gate (District 4)
• Closed session regarding Lily Catherine Frusciante v. City of Fort Lauderdale

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for Xtreme Action Park and a property purchase on NW 6 Street. The agenda also includes the acceptance of several grants for tennis programs and park improvements. Additionally, the Commission will consider contracts for demolition services and water trolley operations.

• Rezoning of Xtreme Action Park from Industrial to Commercial Recreation District
• $735,000 agreement for Riverwalk Water Trolley operations and maintenance
• $600,000 purchase of demolition services
• $135,000 property purchase at NW 6 Street
• $50,000 grant for Hortt Park Playground

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission unanimously approved a rezoning for Xtreme Action Park from Industrial to Commercial Recreation, passed the first reading of a Transfer of Development Rights program, and adopted several ordinances on second reading, including dissolving the Beach Redevelopment Board and amending the noise ordinance. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved rezoning for Xtreme Action Park (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Transfer of Development Rights ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance dissolving Beach Redevelopment Board (5-0)
• Adopted noise ordinance amendment for large projects (5-0)
• Adopted airport zoning regulations (5-0)
• Approved special permit for Broward County Convention Center construction hours (5-0)
• Approved $135,000 land purchase for parks (5-0)
• Adopted FY2021 budget amendment (5-0)

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission is holding a joint workshop with the Budget Advisory Board. The meeting includes business updates covering Commission Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4. The session also reviews the FY 2021 Budget Advisory Board Work Plan.

• Budget Advisory Board business updates for Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board is reviewing a motion to fund the expansion of a pilot program in the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Redevelopment Area. The board will also consider accepting a $40,000 contribution from the YMCA of South Florida, Inc.

• $300,000 funding for Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights pilot program expansion with Rebuilding Together Broward County, Inc.
• $40,000 budget amendment to accept funds from YMCA of South Florida, Inc.
• Approval of February 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a $300,000 funding allocation to continue and expand the pilot program in the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Redevelopment Area, in collaboration with Rebuilding Together Broward County, Inc. The board also adopted a resolution to accept and appropriate a $40,000 contribution from the YMCA of South Florida. The minutes from the February 16, 2021 meeting were approved. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes from the February 16, 2021 CRA Board meeting.
• Approved $300,000 for continuation and expansion of the pilot program in the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Redevelopment Area with Rebuilding Together Broward County, Inc.
• Authorized the Executive Director to negotiate and execute related instruments and take certain actions.
• Adopted a resolution accepting and appropriating a $40,000 contribution from the YMCA of South Florida.

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review the FY 2020 year-end report on homelessness efforts from United Way of Broward County. The agenda also includes a preliminary schematic design for the new police headquarters and a mobility update for Las Olas.

• Overview of United Way of Broward County homelessness efforts for FY 2020
• Preliminary schematic design for the new Fort Lauderdale Police Headquarters
• Las Olas mobility update
• HPB communication to the City Commission

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider grant applications for waterway assistance and shoreline stabilization. The agenda also includes discussions regarding stormwater improvement projects and various city contracts. Additionally, the commission will review ordinances related to noise regulations and the Beach Redevelopment Board.

• WIFIA loan application for stormwater improvements in seven neighborhoods
• $260,000 grant application for Bill Keith Preserve shoreline stabilization
• $214,780 contract for dredging services at George English Lake
• $185,098 agreement for pump conversion at Fiveash Water Treatment Plant
• Site plan amendment for Riverwalk Residences of Las Olas at 333 N. New River Dr. East

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a site plan amendment reducing the allocation of 297 downtown dwelling units at Riverwalk Residences of Las Olas (333 N. New River Dr. East) by a 4-1 vote. The commission also adopted resolutions for a dog recreational area in Riverside Park, a waiver for dredging services at George English Lake, and a historic designation for Rivermont. Several items were deferred, including a boat lift waiver and an airport zoning ordinance.

• Approved site plan amendment for Riverwalk Residences of Las Olas (4-1)
• Adopted resolution for dog recreational area in Riverside Park (5-0)
• Adopted resolution waiving competitive solicitation for Gator Dredging services at George English Lake (5-0)
• Adopted historic designation for Rivermont at 1016 Waverly Road (5-0)
• Deferred boat lift waiver at 301 N Birch Road to March 2, 2021 (5-0)
• Deferred airport zoning ordinance second reading to March 2, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including event agreements and grant applications (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance dissolving Beach Redevelopment Board (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The board will consider a resolution to acquire properties at 408 NW 14th Terrace and 422 NW 14th Avenue for $560,000. The agenda also includes a budget amendment to transfer funds from the Mitigation Account to the Made to Move Grant Project. Additionally, the board will review minutes from the February 2, 2021 meeting.

• Resolution for $560,000 acquisition of 408 NW 14th Terrace and 422 NW 14th Avenue
• Budget amendment to transfer funds to the Made to Move Grant Project
• Approval of February 2, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a budget amendment transferring funds from the Mitigation Account to the Made to Move Grant Project, and adopted a resolution authorizing the acquisition, closing costs, demolition, and due diligence of real property at 408 NW 14th Terrace (former YMCA site) and 422 NW 14th Avenue for $560,000, delegating authority to the Executive Director to negotiate and execute the purchase and sale agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes for February 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment transferring funds from Mitigation Account to Made to Move Grant Project (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $560,000 acquisition of 408 NW 14th Terrace and 422 NW 14th Avenue, including demolition and due diligence (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review an update on the AECOM Parks Bond and a presentation regarding the Fort Lauderdale Urban Core. The agenda also includes mayoral appointments to the Election Board.

• AECOM Parks Bond Update
• Fort Lauderdale Urban Core Presentation
• Mayor’s appointments to the Election Board
• P&Z communications to the Commission

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several contracts for transit services and infrastructure improvements. Items include a large agreement for community shuttle operations and funding for airport runway mitigation. The meeting also includes votes on event agreements and land rezoning.

• $3,750,087.84 contract for Community Shuttle Transit Service operations
• Rezoning of 1.46 acres from PUD District to NWRAC-MUe District
• $749,600 agreement for Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport runway mitigation
• $553,644 agreement for B-22 Pump Station Replacement
• Event agreements for Mardi Gras and the Tri Fort Lauderdale Triathlon

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved the consent agenda and several contracts, including a $3.75M community shuttle operations agreement and a $553,644 pump station replacement. They adopted a rezoning of 1.46 acres from PUD to NWRAC-MUe on second reading, and deferred two items: a property sale to Plantation and an airport zoning ordinance. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved $3,750,087.84 community shuttle operations contract with Limousines of South Florida (5-0)
• Approved $553,644 B-22 Pump Station Replacement agreement with Intercounty Engineering (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning of 1.46 acres from PUD to NWRAC-MUe on second reading (5-0)
• Deferred sale of city-owned property at 4270 SW 11 Street to City of Plantation to March 2, 2021 (5-0)
• Deferred airport zoning ordinance second reading to February 16, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $749,600 airport runway incursion mitigation agreement (5-0)
• Approved $169,518 pool resurfacing agreement for three parks (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board is reviewing several motions regarding maintenance contracts and project funding. The agenda includes proposed loans for property redevelopment at 441 NE 3 Avenue.

• $300,000 funding increase for the Residential Façade and Landscaping Program
• Loans totaling $275,000 to Knallhart Holdings II, LLC for The Abbey at 441 NE 3 Avenue
• $47,500 change order for Las Olas Boulevard Corridor Improvement Project
• $15,000 funding increase for Creative Lawn Maintenance LLC

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is conducting an annual prioritization workshop to review 2020 accomplishments and identify new goals for the upcoming year. The session also includes discussing challenges, opportunities, and aligning the Nonprofit Organization Grant Program target areas with commission priorities.

• Review of 2020 Commission Priorities accomplishments
• Identification of 2021 Commission Priorities
• Alignment of Nonprofit Organization Grant Program target areas with priorities

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold a conference meeting to discuss several topics. These include city holidays, leaf blower use, and a response to the January 6, 2021, events at the U.S. Capitol.

• Discussion of City Holidays (BUS-1 21-0083)
• Mayor's appointments to the Election Board (BUS-2 21-0100)
• Leaf blower discussion (BUS-3 21-0131)
• Discussion regarding events at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (BUS-4 21-0145)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is reviewing several land use changes, including rezoning for Xtreme Action Park. The agenda also includes decisions on municipal contracts and property sales. Additionally, the commission will consider bonds for a utility undergrounding project.

• Rezoning of land for Xtreme Action Park from Industrial to Commercial Recreation District
• Agreement for Fire Rescue Medical Director Services totaling $210,000 over three years
• Rescinding the city's acceptance of a bid for development at the Riverwalk Center
• Change order of $79,374.37 for the Coconut Isle Bridge Restoration Project
• Resolution to issue Special Obligation Bonds for a Utility Undergrounding Project

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a landlord registration program and a 1.5% general wage increase for non-bargaining employees, among other actions. The commission also passed first readings for two rezoning ordinances and an airport zoning regulation update, and deferred two quasi-judicial items to future meetings.

• Adopted landlord registration program ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted 1.5% wage increase for non-bargaining employees (5-0)
• Passed first reading of rezoning 1.46 acres to NWRAC-MUe (5-0)
• Passed first reading of airport zoning regulations (5-0)
• Deferred rezoning for Xtreme Action Park to March 2, 2021 (5-0)
• Deferred appeal of right-of-way vacation to February 16, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted city manager annual performance review with $275,000 base salary (5-0)
• Adopted resolution rescinding Riverwalk Center lease authorization (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will discuss updates regarding the Las Olas Marina Project. The meeting also includes reports from the Mayor, Commissioners, and City Manager.

• Las Olas Marina Project Update
• Communications to the City Commission for Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several items including large contracts for engineering services and parking meter technology. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding historic landmark designations and property sales. Additionally, the commission will consider a 1.5% wage increase for non-bargaining city employees.

• $5,100,000 contract for annual traffic and transportation engineering services
• $2,596,940 estimated purchase of parking meter technology with maintenance
• $205,408 agreement for construction management at the new Police Headquarters
• Acceptance of a $400,000 grant for George English Park Boat Ramp Renovation
• Rezoning request for 2980 West State Road 84

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a consent agenda including a $2,596,940 purchase of parking meter technology from IPS Group, Inc., with Vice Mayor Glassman dissenting. They also approved a $5.1M traffic engineering services agreement, a $2,377,111 property insurance purchase, and a $117,500 workers' compensation settlement. The commission adopted resolutions supporting Visit Florida, extending A1A sidewalk cafe leases, and approving a $500,000 Brightline crossroads agreement. Several ordinances passed first reading, including a 1.5% wage increase and a landlord registration program.

• Approved $2,596,940 parking meter technology purchase from IPS Group (4-1, Glassman nay)
• Approved $5,100,000 annual traffic and transportation engineering services agreements
• Approved $2,377,111 property insurance purchase from Lloyd's of London
• Approved $117,500 workers' compensation settlement in Philip Seguin v. City
• Adopted 2021 State Legislative Priorities as amended to support Visit Florida
• Adopted $500,000 Brightline Crossroads Improvements participation agreement
• Passed first reading of 1.5% general wage increase ordinance
• Passed first reading of landlord registration program ordinance