Sunrise public meetings in 2024
33 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will consider a special exception use permit for a nightclub at 3801 N. University Drive (Springtree Country Club Plaza), heard previously by the Board of Adjustment. A large consent agenda includes 24 items such as subrecipient agreements, donations, art sculptures, FDOT speed prevention grant, police sting operations grant, fire department agreements, auditing, zoning amendments, construction contracts for roof repair, park shade structures, water treatment plant upgrades, and pipeline replacements. The commission will also appoint members to the Veterans Advisory Board and recognize retiring employees.
- Special exception for Tipico Rinconcito Colombiano 2 nightclub at 3801 N. University Drive, Suite 306
- Donation from Rick Case Automotive Group to Police Department for bicycle giveaway to families/children in Sunrise
- Sawgrass WTP Concentrate Pipeline Replacement Project awarded to Murphy Pipeline Contractors, LLC
- Veterans Park Playground Shade Structure project awarded to Boromei Construction Inc.
- Blue Tarp Program – Roof Repair/Replacement – Residences Project awarded to Juliana Enterprises Inc. D/B/A Adal FGC
Special City Commission Meeting
This special meeting is primarily procedural: the City Commission will administer the oath of office to Mayor Michael J. Ryan, Commissioner-Elect Latoya S. Clarke, and Commissioner Joseph A. Scuotto, then consider a proclamation selecting a Deputy Mayor and Assistant Deputy Mayor for the 2024-2025 term.
- Oath of office for Mayor Michael J. Ryan, Commissioner-Elect Latoya S. Clarke, and Commissioner Joseph A. Scuotto
- Proclamation to select a Deputy Mayor and Assistant Deputy Mayor (Item C24278)
City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on the second reading of an ordinance to rezone about 152 acres near Aragon Boulevard and E. Sunrise Lakes Drive to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for up to 900 residential units (Solterra). They will also consider the related Master Development Plan. First readings of three budget amendments adjusting FY2023/2024 and FY2024/2025 budgets are scheduled. The consent agenda includes approvals for grants, agreements, and purchases such as golf course management, drone replacement, and vehicle acquisition.
- Solterra rezoning from CR, RM-25, RM-10 to PUD for up to 900 single-family and townhouse units
- Solterra Master Development Plan approval (Planning and Zoning Board passed 5-0)
- First reading of budget amendments for FY2023/2024 and FY2024/2025 (General Fund, Capital Improvements, Fleet Management)
- Approval of golf course management services contract at Bridges at Springtree Golf Club with Guidant Management Group
- Purchase of 23 vehicles from multiple vendors using other government bids and contracts
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission will hold public hearings on an amended development agreement for the 160-acre Solterra project (formerly Sunrise Golf & Country Club) and a rezoning to allow up to 900 residential units. The consent agenda includes a $1,000 donation to Paralyzed Veterans of America, an employee group life insurance plan, and prequalification of firms for the Civic Center Pool Pump Building Replacement. Several proclamations and recognitions are also scheduled.
- Amended development agreement for Solterra (160 acres bounded by Aragon Blvd, E. Sunrise Lakes Dr, NW 30th Pl)
- Rezoning of 152 acres to PUD, allowing 900 single-family and townhouse units
- Approval of design-build firms (MBR Construction, PIF Construction, Recreational Design & Construction) for Civic Center Pool Pump Building Replacement
- Letter of Intent for Development Incentive Agreement with Sunrise Sunset Apts, LLC
- Employee Group Life Insurance Plan with Standard Insurance Company ($0 specified)
Local Planning Agency
The City Commission, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will hold public hearings regarding land use and development agreements. The body will discuss a rezoning request for the Solterra project and an amended development agreement for land bounded by Aragon Boulevard and East Sunrise Lakes Drive.
- Solterra Rezoning (C24258): Proposed rezoning of ~152 acres south of NW 30 Place to PUD for up to 900 single-family and townhouse units
- Development Agreement (C24268): Proposed amended agreement with CC/WV Sunrise, LLC for ~160 acres bounded by Aragon Boulevard, East Sunrise Lakes Drive, and NW 30th Place
City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the second reading of an ordinance to create an Accessibility, Inclusion, and Mobility Advisory Board. The consent agenda includes resolutions for a federal justice grant, public art murals at Village Art Plaza, pay plan adjustments, Microsoft software purchase, a flood vulnerability study, drainage improvements, and a water treatment plant filter rehabilitation design amendment. Proclamations and swearing-in ceremonies are also scheduled.
- Second reading of ordinance creating Division 18, Accessibility, Inclusion, and Mobility Advisory Board (C24253)
- Approval of 2021 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant MOU with Broward County (C24255)
- Two design proposals for stage backdrop and wall murals at Village Art Plaza by Illsurge LLC and Evoca1 Art, LLC (C24261, C24262)
- Project Agreement for NW 50th Street Drainage Improvements with Joseph Roles and Assoc., Inc. (C24242)
- First Amendment to Project Agreement for Springtree Water Treatment Plant Filter Rehabilitation Design with Carollo Engineers (C24085)
City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including a first reading to amend the Metropica Transit Oriented Development land use designation to allow more high-rise residential units and office square footage. Other hearings include second readings on a fire executive pay plan amendment and a Veterans Park memorial brick fee schedule. The commission will also consider consent agenda items such as a youth climate action grant for a wildflower meadow and a contract for tennis club parking lot renovations, plus quasi-judicial approvals for Baptist Health Sunrise Hospital and an ATF office site plan.
- First reading to increase permitted high-rise residential units and office square footage in the Metropica TOD land use designation
- Final approval (second reading) of pay plan step increases for fire executive/management positions
- Final approval (second reading) of fee schedule adding Veterans Park Memorial Brick Program fees
- First reading to create a new Accessibility, Inclusion, and Mobility Advisory Board
- Consent item: resolution to rename Orange Grove Road between Sawgrass Mills Circle and NW 136th Avenue to Champions Way
Local Planning Agency
The Sunrise City Commission, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Metropica Transit Oriented Development land use designation. The amendment increases the permitted number of high-rise residential units and the allowable square footage of office uses. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the meeting also includes routine procedural items.
- Public hearing on Ordinance C24237: amend Future Land Use Element of Comprehensive Plan to increase high-rise residential units and office square footage in Metropica TOD
Special Tax District No. 1 Meeting - Second Budget Hearing
The City Commission, acting as the Special Tax District No. 1 board, will hold the second budget hearing to adopt the FY 2024/2025 budget. The ordinance was first read and passed 5-0 on September 12, 2024. Final approval is on the agenda.
- Second reading and final vote on ordinance adopting FY 2024/2025 budget for Special Tax District No. 1
- Approval of minutes from the September 26, 2023 and September 12, 2024 meetings
Special City Commission Meeting - Second Budget Hearing
This special meeting includes public hearings to adopt the final millage rate and the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The proposed millage rate is 6.0543 mills for operations and 0.3188 mills for debt service. The budget covers all city funds and includes a personnel summary and reduction of the Economic Development Fund Balance. Both items were previously introduced and are now up for final approval.
- Final millage rate set at 6.0543 mills for operating and 0.3188 mills for debt service ($6.0543 + $0.3188 per $1,000 assessed value)
- Adoption of FY 2024/2025 budget for General Fund, Water, Wastewater, Gas, Stormwater, Enterprise Funds, and other City Funds
- Personnel Summary for FY 2024/2025 to be adopted
- Reduction of the Economic Development Fund Balance established by Resolution No. 11-122
- Second reading of budget ordinance; first reading passed 5-0 on September 12, 2024
Special City Commission Meeting - First Budget Hearing
The Sunrise City Commission is holding its first budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2024/2025, where it will adopt a tentative millage rate of 6.0543 mills for operations plus 0.3188 mills for debt service. The commission will also reimpose fire rescue, parking garage, and nuisance abatement assessments. The budget ordinance is on first reading.
- Adopt tentative millage rate of 6.0543 mills (plus 0.3188 mills for debt service) for FY 2024/2025
- Reimpose fire rescue assessments and approve assessment rate
- Adopt parking garage assessment rate for FY 2024/2025
- Approve nuisance abatement assessment roll for June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
- First reading of FY 2024/2025 budget ordinance covering general, enterprise, and other funds
Special Tax District No. 1 Meeting - First Budget Hearing
The City Commission is meeting as the Special Tax District No. 1 to conduct a public hearing. The body will consider the first reading of an ordinance to adopt the budget for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.
- First reading of Ordinance C24224 to adopt the Special Tax District No. 1 Budget for FY 2024/2025
City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will consider a second reading of an ordinance amending the Land Development Code to create small-scale site plan procedures, which passed first reading 3-2 and was pulled from a previous second reading. Other items include approvals for a revised site plan and a liquor store special exception at Sunrise Town Center, a nightclub special exception and extended hours license, and a consent agenda with insurance renewals and service contracts. The meeting also features proclamations for Suicide Prevention Awareness, Hispanic Heritage, Hunger Action, and National Service Dog months, plus employee recognitions and an appointment to the General Employees' Retirement Plan Board.
- Second reading of land development code amendment for small-scale site plans (C24143) – previously split 3-2
- Revised site plan for Sunrise Town Center at 3400-3548 N. University Drive (C24198)
- Special exception for liquor store at Sunrise Town Center (C24199)
- Special exception for nightclub at 3801 N. University Drive, Suite 306 (C24200)
- Extended hours license for Tipico Rinconcito Colombiano 2 nightclub (C24230)
Special Tax District No. 1 - First Budget Hearing
The Sunrise City Commission, acting as the governing body for Special Tax District No. 1, will hold the first public hearing on an ordinance adopting the district's budget for fiscal year 2023/2024. The meeting includes a call to order, roll call, open discussion, and the public hearing on the budget ordinance. No specific revenue or expenditure figures are listed in the agenda.
- First reading of Ordinance C23332 adopting the Special Tax District No. 1 budget for FY 2023/2024
City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will consider a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions for grants, agreements, and change orders, including a grant for the Sunrise Tennis Center Wind Retrofit Project and an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant. Special items include presentations from the Broward County Property Appraiser and proclamations. The commission also will vote on appointments to boards and removal of a board member.
- Grant from State of Florida for Sunrise Tennis Center Wind Retrofit Project (C24184)
- Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant from U.S. Department of Energy (C24214)
- School Resource Officer Agreement for Summer 2024 with Broward County School Board (C24215)
- Three change orders for Pine Island Road Force Main Replacement Project (C24165, C24166, C24164)
- Interlocal agreement with Broward County for Keep Broward Beautiful, household hazardous waste, and bulk trash programs (C24185)
City Commission Meeting
The Commission will hold first readings for ordinances regarding firefighter collective bargaining agreements and Land Development Code updates. The agenda also includes budget amendments and the adoption of a community development grant plan. Additionally, the meeting features various employee recognitions and proclamations.
- First reading of ordinances for firefighter collective bargaining agreements (2024-2027)
- Amendment to Land Development Code regarding small-scale site plans
- Contract award to Gulf American Construction & Development Corporation for Welleby Park shade structure
- Budget amendments for the General Fund, Fuel and Roadway Fund, and Police Confiscation Fund
- Establishment of Nuisance Abatement Assessment amounts for 2023-2024
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Land Development Code. The proposal seeks to create small-scale site plans and update regulations for site plan adjustments and revisions.
- Amendment C24143: Creation of small-scale site plans and procedures
- Amendment C24143: Updates to site plan adjustment and revision regulations
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission will vote on ordinances regarding rooftop solar systems and affordable housing waivers. The agenda also includes a new lien amnesty program and discussions about establishing Juneteenth as a city holiday.
- Ordinance for Affordable Housing Waivers in PUD Districts
- Ordinance for Rooftop Photovoltaic Solar Systems regulations
- Community Development Lien Amnesty Program (Aug 2024–Sept 2026)
- SW 121 Avenue Watermain Improvements contract award
- Ordinance for larger underground tanks at hospitals
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission will conduct a second reading for the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Ordinance. The meeting also includes first readings for updates to the Land Development Code and the adoption of a Five-Year Capital Improvements Program. Additionally, the commission will discuss food distribution events and water treatment plant improvements.
- Second reading of an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget
- First reading of ordinances to update Land Development Code regarding fences and floodplain management
- Adoption of a Five-Year Capital Improvements Program
- Contract award for Springtree Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase I
- Revised site plan approval for Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar at Sawgrass Mills Mall
City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will review ordinances regarding land use at Regency Homes and updates to floodplain management. The agenda also includes approvals for school resource officer agreements and various infrastructure projects. Additionally, the commission will recognize several city employees.
- Second reading of an ordinance rezoning 103 acres at Regency Homes at Sunrise
- Adoption of a Five-Year Capital Improvements Program
- Approval of School Resource Officer agreements for Broward County and Franklin Academy
- Agreement for sound and lighting services for the July 4, 2024, concert at Amerant Bank Arena
- Amendments to the Land Development Code regarding residential fences and floodplain management
Local Planning Agency - No video archive of this meeting exists
The Sunrise Local Planning Agency will hold public hearings on two proposed amendments to the city's Land Development Code. One would change fencing types, materials, and appearance rules in residential districts. The other would update floodplain management rules to align with current FEMA requirements. The meeting is open for in-person and virtual participation.
- Amendment C24122: revise fence and hedge regulations in residential districts (Section 16-191)
- Amendment C24114: update floodplain management to reflect current FEMA flood maps and definitions (Sections 16-202, 16-203, 16-210)
- Public hearings on both amendments
- Open discussion period for residents
- Meeting held at City Hall Commission Chambers, 10770 West Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda of contracts and agreements, public hearings on a signage plan amendment and a budget amendment, and discussion on creating a new advisory board for individuals with disabilities. The meeting also includes proclamations and awards.
- Piggyback agreement with Civitas LLC for housing project management services
- Award of bid for Senior Center Audio Visual System to Full Moon Creative LLC
- Agreement with Broward County for Sunset Strip roadway improvements
- Budget amendment for FY 2023/2024 affecting multiple funds
- Discussion on creating an Individuals With Disabilities Advisory Board
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission is voting on a consent agenda that includes a $31,000 donation for law enforcement programs and several agreements for roadway and wastewater improvements. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment for the former Sunrise Golf and Country Club, though one specific ordinance was pulled from the agenda for re-advertisement. Additionally, the meeting includes presentations on state legislative updates and various community awareness proclamations.
- Resolution C24096 approving $31,000 from the State Confiscation and Forfeiture Fund for Law Enforcement Programs
- Resolution C24106 approving a Roadway Improvements Cost Agreement with Baptist Health South Florida, Inc. for West Oakland Park Boulevard and Sawgrass Expressway
- Resolution C24107 approving a Locally Funded Agreement with FDOT and Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise for West Oakland Park Boulevard and Sawgrass Expressway
- Public Hearing C24066 for the First Reading of an amendment to the Uniform Signage Plan for the Sawgrass International Corporate Park
- Resolution C24094 awarding Bid No. 23-42-09-CM to Alen Construction Group, Inc. for the Springtree Wastewater Treatment Plant Storage and Equipment Building Project
City Commission Workshop - Visioning Session
The Sunrise City Commission met on April 16, 2024, to conduct a strategic planning workshop. The session focused on the 'Imagine Sunrise 2041' strategic plan, led by City Manager Mark S. Lubelski. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances were voted on during this workshop.
- Presentation of the City of Sunrise Strategic Plan: Imagine Sunrise 2041 by City Manager Mark S. Lubelski
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission will vote on a consent agenda containing nine items, including a federally funded broadband grant and contracts for wastewater and paving projects. The most significant action is the first reading of an ordinance to rezone approximately 103 acres near Aragon Boulevard from commercial recreation and residential to irregular residential and commercial recreation. The meeting also includes a legislative update and several ceremonial recognitions.
- First reading of ordinance amending Future Land Use Map for 103 acres bounded by Aragon Boulevard, East Sunrise Lakes Drive, and NW 30th Place
- Approval of Federally-Funded Community Development Block Grant Cares (CDBG-CV) Subgrant for broadband installation in public parks
- Award of Bid No. 23-43-09-CM to TLC Diversified, Inc. for Sawgrass Wastewater Treatment Plant Train a Secondary Treatment Project
- Approval of Project Agreement with Black & Veatch Corporation for Southwest WWTP Sodium Hypochlorite System Improvements
- Increase in rates for Fire Rescue Details and Police Details
Local Planning Agency
The Sunrise City Commission, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will hold a public hearing on a land use amendment for a 103-acre property. The proposal changes the zoning from commercial recreation and residential to irregular residential and commercial recreation. The agenda includes standard procedural items and one substantive public hearing.
- Public Hearing on Amendment C24074 for approximately 103 acres bounded by Aragon Boulevard, East Sunrise Lakes Drive, and NW 30th Place.
- Proposal changes future land use designations from commercial recreation, low-medium (10) residential, and medium-high (25) residential to irregular (9 du/ac) residential and commercial recreation.
- The amendment repeals and supersedes Ordinance No. 385-23-A.
- Includes approval of Declarations of Restrictive Covenants relating to Affordable Housing and Land Use Restrictions.
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission is scheduled to vote on a consent agenda containing multiple agreements, including a multi-year School Resource Officer contract with Broward County and a PFAS water treatment impact assessment. The commission will also accept the city's annual financial report for the year ended September 30, 2023, and discuss the selection of voting delegates to the Broward League of Cities. Additionally, the meeting includes a presentation on public art master plan engagement results and a discussion on food distribution events.
- Approval of School Resource Officer Agreement with School Board of Broward County for 2023/2024 through 2025/2026 school years
- Approval of Project Agreement with Brown and Caldwell for PFAS Water Treatment Impact Assessment
- Approval of Construction Contract Change Order Number 9 with MBR Construction, Inc. for the Village Art Plaza Project
- Acceptance of the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended September 30, 2023
- Discussion regarding Food Distribution Events
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission is meeting to consider several routine items, including a consent agenda with contracts for drones, construction repairs, fuel tank replacement, and sludge hauling. The most significant item is a second reading of an ordinance amending the city's sign regulations, which was previously passed on first reading. The commission will also discuss a 25-year structural and electrical inspection program for buildings.
- Resolution to purchase drones and accessories from Skydio, Inc. via cooperative agreement
- Award of bid for minor repairs and renovations to RPM General Contractors, BAC Consultingz, and Dixie Construction
- Award of bid for fuel tank replacement at Springtree Waste Water Treatment Plant to JSR Fueling Technologies
- Award of bid for sludge cake hauling and disposal to Merrell Bros., Inc.
- Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 16 sign regulations
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission will vote on a revised master plan for the Westerra Phase I development, a towing services administrative fee, and a towing services agreement. The commission will also hold a first reading on a comprehensive update to the city's sign regulations. The consent agenda includes contracts for PFAS litigation counsel, special events, a July 4th concert, and multiple utility and infrastructure projects.
- Revised Master Plan for Westerra Phase I PDD at SW corner of W. Sunrise Blvd and NW 136th Ave
- Ordinance creating a Towing Services Administrative Fee (2nd reading)
- Piggyback Agreement with Westway Towing, Inc. for towing services (2nd reading)
- First reading of ordinance amending sign regulations (Chapter 16, Article XIV)
- Retaining The Ferraro Law Firm as Special Counsel for PFAS class action litigation
Local Planning Agency
The Sunrise Local Planning Agency will hold a public hearing to consider two items: an amended development agreement for the Westerra Phase I project with Ruby Centre Associates, LLC, and a series of amendments to the city's sign regulations in the Land Development Code. The meeting is open for public comment, both in person and virtually.
- Resolution C24025: Approve Amended and Restated Development Agreement for Westerra Phase I with Ruby Centre Associates, LLC
- Ordinance C24026: Amend Chapter 16, Article XIV (Signs) — multiple sections including definitions, prohibited signs, required signs, nonresidential permanent signs, temporary and relief signs, supplemental regulations, legal nonconforming signs, construction specs, removal, approval process, waivers, inspections, and uniform signage plans
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission is meeting to vote on several items, including a second reading of an ordinance amending disability retirement provisions for line-of-duty presumptions, a first reading to establish a towing services administrative fee, and approval of a piggyback towing agreement. The consent agenda includes mutual aid, surplus property donation, grant amendments, and various contracts. The meeting also includes presentations and proclamations.
- Second reading of ordinance amending Section 11-29 for service-incurred disability retirement presumptions (C23450)
- First reading of ordinance creating Section 14-2 for towing services administrative fee (C24027)
- Approval of piggyback towing agreement with Westway Towing, Inc. (C24028)
- Resolution entering Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement with Florida Division of Emergency Management (C24032)
- Resolution approving FDOT subgrant for Interstate Speed Prevention Project (C24023)
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission will hold public hearings on three ordinances: amending the Fire Chief's duties to serve as a voting member of the Firefighters' Retirement Plan Board, amending the FY 2023/2024 budget, and amending disability retirement provisions for line-of-duty presumptions. The consent agenda includes agreements for film permitting, utility negotiations with Davie, equipment purchases, and a donation to the police. Old business includes change orders for the new City Hall project and a discussion on automated license plate readers.
- Second reading: Fire Chief as voting member of Firefighters' Retirement Plan Board (C24010)
- Second reading: FY 2023/2024 budget amendment (C24012)
- First reading: Disability retirement presumptions for line-of-duty (C23450)
- Change Orders 38 and 39 for New City Hall and Municipal Campus Improvements with Stiles Construction (C24017, C24018)
- Discussion on Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) and City Sign Code
City Commission Meeting
The Sunrise City Commission will hold public hearings on second readings of ordinances including a building fee schedule amendment, a collective bargaining agreement with the General Employees Union, and a solid waste recycling rate change. They will also consider first readings of a budget amendment and a Fire Chief duties change, and authorize the City Manager to make offers to acquire the Town of Davie's water and wastewater utility system. The consent agenda includes contracts for equipment, public art, and utility projects.
- Second reading: Collective Bargaining Agreement with Sunrise General Employees Union (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2026)
- Second reading: Solid waste ordinance amendment to collect recyclables in garbage carts, rates effective Jan 1, 2025
- First reading: FY 2023/2024 Budget Ordinance No. 697 amendment (General Fund and Capital Improvements Fund)
- Authorization to tender offers for acquisition of Town of Davie's Water and Wastewater Utility System (effective through Jan 31, 2025)
- Consent: Award Bid to H.G. Construction for City Maintenance Boat Ramp Improvements Phase IV