Lauderdale Lakes public meetings in 2024

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning & Zoning Board meeting set for December 26, 2024 did not take place. No agenda items were considered or decided. The notice includes information on how to obtain a verbatim record for any future appeal and contact details for auxiliary aid requests.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.

• Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from the November 25 and 26 meetings, consider Ordinance 2024-012 to amend the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan, and vote on several resolutions authorizing contracts and grant amendments. Resolutions include a $205,200 lawn‑maintenance contract, a $34,829.54 purchase of tire‑changing equipment, a $67,745 award for fire‑station design services, and amendments to two Florida Department of Environmental Protection grant agreements. The agenda also includes public petitions, a financial activity report ratification, and cancellation of upcoming workshop and meeting dates.

• Approve November 25 and 26, 2024 City Commission meeting minutes
• Ordinance 2024-012: amend Future Land Use Element and Map of the Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution 2024-099: award up to $205,200 for citywide lawn maintenance to Tropical Touch Garden Center, Inc.
• Resolution 2024-100: authorize purchase of tire changer and balancer for up to $34,829.54 from Mohawk Lifts, LLC
• Resolution 2024-101: award $67,745 for planning and architectural design of new Fire Station No. 37 to CPZ Architects, Inc.

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to review the December 10 meeting agenda and discuss proposed ordinances. Members will also consider alternate projects for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and an update to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Redevelopment Plan.

• Reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Redevelopment Plan Update
• Review of December 10, 2024 City Commission meeting agenda
• Update on Florida Medical Center
• Discussion regarding swearing in ceremony

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning & Zoning Board meeting scheduled for November 28, 2024 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The notice includes information on appeal rights and auxiliary aid contacts.

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will certify the results of the November 5, 2024, general election. The body is also deciding on several appointments for the Vice-Mayor, the Community Redevelopment Agency, and various city delegates.

• Resolution 2024-088: Certification of November 5, 2024 general election results
• Resolution 2024-089: Appointment of Vice-Mayor
• Resolutions 2024-090 and 2024-091: Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)
• Resolutions 2024-092 through 2024-095: Appointments for National League of Cities and Florida League of Cities
• Resolution 2024-096: Appointment of a Delegate to the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (BMPO)

Discussion Regarding The Organizational Meeting

The commission will discuss the organizational meeting for 2024‑2025, including leadership positions. They will also consider cancelling the December 23, 2024 workshop and the December 24, 2024 commission meeting. Additional agenda items include a review of the November 25, 2024 agenda, discussion of any proposed ordinances, and public petitions.

• Discussion of leadership positions for the 2024‑2025 organizational meeting
• Consideration of cancelling the Dec 23, 2024 City Commission Workshop
• Consideration of cancelling the Dec 24, 2024 City Commission Meeting
• Review of the November 25, 2024 City Commission meeting agenda
• Discussion of any proposed ordinances (no specific ordinances listed)

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will ratify financial reports for October 2024 and approve a third modification to a contract with Unitec Inc., adding up to $30,000 for the Trailhead Park Project and extending the completion date to February 1, 2025.

• Ratify FY2025 Period 1 financial activity report
• Ratify FY2024 financial activity reports for June-September
• Approve $30,000 modification for Trailhead Park project
• Approve extension of Unitec Inc. contract to Feb 1, 2025

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will approve minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting, consider the Business Development Assistance Grant Program under old business, and address standard agenda items such as new business, other business, announcements, public petitions, and future agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of the Business Development Assistance Grant Program
• Consideration of new business items
• Consideration of other business items
• Announcements and public petitions

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to discuss updates to the city ordinance regarding the board's duties. The board will also continue discussions on recognizing residents aged 85 and over.

• Discussion on amending the city ordinance relative to Historic Preservation Board duties
• Ongoing discussion regarding recognition of residents 85 years old and over

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will hold a workshop to review the November 12 meeting agenda and discuss the status of the Oakland Villas clubhouse property. The meeting will also include reports on Florida Medical Center and public petitions.

• Review of November 12, 2024 City Commission meeting agenda
• Discussion regarding Oakland Villas clubhouse property at 4301 NW 48th Ave
• Update on Florida Medical Center and medical services
• Public petitions
• Upcoming meetings scheduled for November 25 and 26, 2024

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from three prior meetings. It will hear public petitions and consider several ordinances on first and second reading. The commission will also vote on three resolutions: ratifying the September financial activity report, authorizing a $15,638.60 increase to a purchase order for license‑plate reader hardware (total not to exceed $148,201.35), and approving a contract amendment that raises the school crossing‑guard services budget to $211,421 per fiscal year.

• Approve October 7 and October 15 City Commission meeting minutes
• Authorize change order increasing purchase order by $15,638.60 to a total of $148,201.35 for license‑plate reader hardware
• Amend school crossing‑guard services contract to a maximum of $211,421 per fiscal year
• Consider ordinances on second reading
• Consider ordinances on first reading

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several applications submitted by Kimley‑Horn & Assoc. for Reef Plaza LLC. Items include a resolution amendment related to the Community Redevelopment Agency's updated plan, a replat of the Reef Plaza shopping center, a conditional use for a 1,000‑gallon fuel tank, multiple variances, and a major site‑plan revision. The board will discuss and decide on these matters during the meeting.

• Resolution amendment to City of Lauderdale Lakes Resolution 2014-130 for the CRA revised redevelopment plan (Application No. 04-TA-24).
• Replat request for the existing Reef Plaza shopping center to add a tract, abandon easements, and dedicate right‑of‑way along West Oakland Park Blvd and State Road 7 (Application No. 01-PL-23).
• Conditional use approval for a 1,000‑gallon above‑ground fuel storage tank for an emergency generator (Application No. 02-CU-23).
• Eleven variances covering use regulations, sign regulations, landscaping requirements, and development standards (Application No. 02-VA-23).
• Major site‑plan revision of a ~10.5‑acre retail plaza to add a grocery tenant, liquor box, bank outparcel, tenant relocations, demolitions, parking, and landscaping improvements (Application No. 02-SP-23).

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on October 17, 2024. The agenda lists standard items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and slots for new, old, and other business, but no specific proposals or contracts are identified.

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission met to approve agenda items that were postponed from the October 8 meeting due to Hurricane Milton. Commissioners considered several resolutions, including appointments to the Civil Service Board, an extension of the interlocal public‑transportation agreement with Broward County, an update to the Community Redevelopment Agency plan, cancellation of an upcoming workshop and regular meeting, and amendments to award‑presentation guidelines. The meeting also included video reviews of prior minutes, public petitions, and reports from city officials.

• Resolution 2024-066: appoint two members to the Civil Service Board for three‑year terms
• Resolution 2024-080: extend the Broward County‑City of Lauderdale Lakes interlocal agreement for public transportation, ending September 30, 2025
• Resolution 2024-081: approve the Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency plan update
• Resolution 2024-082: cancel the October 21 workshop and the October 22 regular City Commission meeting
• Resolution 2024-083: amend guidelines and procedures for awards and/or presentations

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board announced that the October 10, 2024 meeting is cancelled because of an inclement weather forecast. The meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. No other business items were acted upon.

• Cancellation of the October 10, 2024 EDAB meeting
• Rescheduled meeting set for Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from three September meetings and consider public petitions. It will vote on several resolutions, including extending the interlocal agreement with Broward County for public‑transportation/community bus services, appointing two Civil Service Board members, updating the Community Redevelopment Agency plan, and canceling the October 21 workshop and October 22 regular meeting.

• Approve September 23, 2024 City Commission Workshop minutes, September 24, 2024 Special City Commission Meeting minutes, and September 24, 2024 City Commission Meeting minutes
• Resolution 2024-080: authorize extension of the Interlocal Agreement with Broward County for public transportation/community bus services (term ends September 30, 2025)
• Resolution 2024-066: appoint two members to the Civil Service Board for three‑year terms
• Resolution 2024-081: approve the Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency redevelopment plan update
• Resolution 2024-082: cancel the October 21, 2024 City Commission Workshop and the October 22, 2024 City Commission meeting

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The City Commission is holding a workshop to review the October 8, 2024 meeting agenda and discuss proposed ordinances. The session includes updates on the EnerGov online permitting system and the city's Code of Ordinances.

• Review of the October 8, 2024 City Commission meeting agenda
• Discussion of proposed ordinances
• Update on the Safe and Clean Restaurant Assistance program for COVID-19 impacted food establishments
• Update on EnerGov online permitting system
• Update on review and revisions of the Code of Ordinances

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to address a public emergency caused by Hurricane Milton. The body is considering a resolution to formalize the emergency meeting and cancel the regular meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024.

• Resolution 2024-084: Calling an emergency meeting and cancelling the October 8, 2024 regular meeting

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for September 26, 2024, has been cancelled due to weather. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from four prior meetings, hear public petitions, and vote on several items. The agenda includes a second‑reading ordinance to amend the FY 2023‑2024 budget by $931,814.00. It also contains resolutions approving a $23,089.50 grant memorandum with the Broward Sheriff’s Office, a $65,000.00 temporary staffing contract, and ratifying July‑August 2024 financial activity reports.

• Approval of minutes from September 9, 10, 12, and 16, 2024 meetings
• Ordinance 2024-015: amend FY 2023‑2024 budget by $931,814.00
• Resolution 2024-059: MOU for 2021 Edward Byrne JAG grant, $23,089.50
• Resolution 2024-078: authorize up to $65,000.00 per year for Robert Half staffing contract
• Resolution 2024-079: ratify July (Period 10) and August (Period 11) 2024 financial activity reports

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will adopt a final operating millage rate for fiscal year 2024‑2025 and a separate millage for voter‑approved debt service. The commission will also adopt the final city budget for fiscal year 2024‑2025 by second reading of Ordinance 2024‑016. Both actions are on the agenda for this special meeting.

• Resolution 2024‑077: adopts final operating millage rate and debt‑service millage for FY 2024‑2025
• Ordinance 2024‑016 (second reading): adopts the final budget for FY 2024‑2025
• Advertising for the millage resolution appeared in the Sun‑Sentinel on September 21, 2024
• Advertising for the budget ordinance appeared on the Truth‑in‑Millage notice mailed to all property owners and in the Sun‑Sentinel

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed ordinances, ballot questions for the November 5, 2024 municipal election, and the Target Market Program. The meeting will also include status updates on ARPA and Capital Improvement Projects, an update on the Lauderdale Lakes Alzheimer's Care Center, and a review of public petitions. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda focuses on discussion and reporting.

• Discussion regarding ballot questions for the November 5, 2024 municipal election
• Discussion regarding the Target Market Program
• Update on ARPA and Capital Improvement Projects as of August 31, 2024
• Update on Lauderdale Lakes Alzheimer's Care Center
• Petitions from the public

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to adopt its Fiscal Year 2025 budget and a revised redevelopment plan. The body is also reviewing several homebuyer assistance agreements and a community policing initiative.

• Resolution 2024-022: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Resolution 2024-021: Approval of the revised Redevelopment Plan by Inspire Placemaking Collective Inc
• Resolution 2024-017: Interlocal agreement for the Community Policing Initiative
• Resolution 2024-018: Homebuyer Purchase Assistance for Tiera Thompson up to $177,300
• Resolutions 2024-019 and 2024-020: Homebuyer Purchase Assistance for Ruth Joassaint/Enock Jean Pierre and Aikeem Grant/Chandle Grant, each up to $177,300

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will vote on Resolution 2024-076 to renew group insurance benefits for elected officials and eligible employees for Fiscal Year 2025. Commissioners will also discuss the current status of the Oakland Villas Clubhouse property located at 4301 NW 48th Avenue. Both items are on the agenda for the special meeting on September 16, 2024. No other substantive matters are listed.

• Resolution 2024-076 – authorizes renewal of FY 2025 group insurance benefits for elected officials and eligible employees
• Discussion regarding the Oakland Villas Clubhouse property at 4301 NW 48th Avenue, Lauderdale Lakes
• Call for special meeting agenda items (items 1‑6 on the agenda)

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will meet to consider consolidating Credit Solutions Workshops. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of prior minutes. No other specific projects or contracts are listed for this meeting.

• Consolidate Credit Solutions Workshops

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will first approve the minutes from its July 11, 2024 meeting. It will then discuss a possible amendment to the city’s historic preservation ordinance that defines the board’s duties. The board will also continue discussion on a proposal to recognize residents who are 85 years old and over. No other business is listed.

• Approval of July 11, 2024 historic preservation board meeting minutes
• Discussion on amending the city’s historic preservation ordinance regarding board duties
• Discussion on recognition of residents 85 years old and over (ongoing)

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will consider several financial measures at the special meeting. Items include adopting a tentative operating millage rate, final rates for fire rescue services, solid waste collection, and stormwater utilities, and approving the tentative city budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. All measures are presented for adoption as resolutions or an ordinance.

• Resolution 2024-072: Adopt tentative operating millage rate for FY 2024-2025
• Resolution 2024-075: Adopt final fire rescue services rates for FY 2024-2025
• Resolution 2024-073: Adopt final solid waste collection fees for FY 2024-2025
• Resolution 2024-074: Adopt final stormwater utility rates for FY 2024-2025
• Ordinance 2024-016: Approve and adopt tentative budget for FY 2024-2025

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from July meetings, hear public petitions, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include granting Waste Management Inc. of Florida an exclusive franchise for trash collection, amending the FY 2023-2024 budget by $931,814, and authorizing contracts for fleet management, senior transportation, and emergency air‑conditioning repairs. The meeting also includes routine reports and other resolutions.

• Ordinance 2024-014: Grant exclusive franchise to Waste Management Inc. of Florida for city trash collection
• Ordinance 2024-015: Amend FY 2023-2024 budget, revising appropriations by $931,814.00
• Resolution 2024-067: Authorize $148,500 contract with Enterprise FM Trust for fleet management services
• Resolution 2024-068: Award $45,000 contract to Limousines of South Florida for senior citizen transportation
• Resolution 2024-069: Approve $33,000 emergency air‑conditioning replacement at Willie Webb Senior Park

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several administrative and operational items. Key topics include the FY 2025 group insurance renewal and updates to the FY 24-25 operating and capital budget.

• FY 2025 Group Insurance renewal
• Proposed Town Hall for November 5, 2024 Municipal Election ballot questions
• Status of Oakland Villas clubhouse property at 4301 NW 48th Ave
• Annual replacement plan for HVAC/AC units at City facilities
• Evaluations for the City Manager and City Attorney

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The commission will approve the proposed millage rate for fiscal year 2024/2025 and set the date, time, and place for the first public hearing on the rates. It will also authorize a prepayment of up to $260,000 on the General Obligation Bond Series 2005 and grant an exclusive franchise to Waste Management Inc. for city trash collection. Several contracts and service rate resolutions, including stormwater, fire rescue, solid waste, and building‑plan review services, will be considered and adopted.

• Resolution 2024-055: Adopt proposed FY 2024/2025 millage rate and schedule first public hearing
• Resolution 2024-053: Authorize prepayment of up to $260,000 on General Obligation Bond Series 2005
• Ordinance 2024-014: Grant exclusive franchise to Waste Management Inc. for city trash collection
• Resolution 2024-061: Approve Calvin Giordano contract for building‑plan review services up to $576,000 per fiscal year
• Resolution 2024-057: Adopt preliminary stormwater utility rate of $6.25 per month per ERU ($75 per year)

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to review the agenda for the July 23, 2024 meeting and discuss proposed ordinances. The Budget Advisory Committee will present recommendations for the FY 2025 budget.

• FY 2025 budget recommendations from the Budget Advisory Committee
• Review of the July 23, 2024 City Commission meeting agenda
• Discussion of proposed ordinances

Budget Advisory Committee

The Budget Advisory Committee will convene to approve previous meeting minutes and review summaries of the Fiscal Year 2025 budgets for the Capital Improvement Program, American Rescue Plan Act funds, and revenue losses. The committee will also prepare a budget recommendation for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approval of July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of FY2025 CIP budget summary
• Review of FY2025 ARPA budget summary
• Review of FY2025 revenue loss summary
• Preparation of budget recommendation

Historic Preservation Board

The board will discuss amending the city's ordinance related to its duties. Members will also review Broward County ordinances for historical sites and discuss nominations for Broward County Pioneers.

• Amending the city ordinance regarding Board duties
• Review of the Broward County ordinance for historical sites
• Nominations for Broward County Pioneer
• Recognition of residents 85 years old and over
• Historical items for the Sam Brown Room

Economic Development Advisory Board

The July 11, 2024, meeting for the Economic Development Advisory Board consists of procedural items. The agenda includes approving minutes from the June 13, 2024, meeting and addressing new or old business.

• Approval of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the preliminary Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The presentation includes an overview of Capital Improvement Projects and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

• Presentation of FY 2025 Preliminary Budget
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Projects
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will consider several resolutions, including a contract for Alzheimer's disease initiative services and funding for fountain upgrades. The commission will also review support for local transportation improvements on NW 41 Street. Additionally, the agenda includes the cancellation of scheduled August 2024 meetings.

• Resolution 2024-050: $422,689.43 agreement with Areawide Council on Aging for Alzheimer's care services
• Resolution 2024-049: $50,000 project budget to upgrade fountains on NW 41st Street and State Road 7
• Resolution 2024-051: Support for multiuse paths and bus stops on NW 41 Street
• Resolution 2024-052: Cancellation of August 2024 City Commission workshops and meetings

Budget Advisory Committee

The Budget Advisory Committee will conduct reviews of the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as roll call and public petitions.

• FY2025 Preliminary Budget Reviews

Update On Civil Service Board

The City Commission will discuss reducing speed limits in residential neighborhoods and updating definitions for new restaurant types in the city code. The workshop also includes discussions on bond prepayment and an update on property values from the Broward County Property Appraiser.

• Speed limit reduction in residential neighborhoods
• Expiration and prepayment of General Obligation Bond, Series 2005
• Discussion regarding Florida Medical Center and Emergency Medical Services
• Text amendment for restaurant classifications in Land Development Regulations
• Property value update from Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the preliminary Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The presentation includes an overview of the General Fund.

• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2025 Preliminary Budget and Overview
• Discussion regarding the General Fund

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the preliminary Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The presentation includes an overview of special revenue funds, debt service, and enterprise funds.

• Presentation of FY 2025 Preliminary Budget
• Discussion of Special Revenue Funds
• Discussion of Debt Service
• Discussion of Enterprise Funds

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will hold a second reading of an ordinance regarding public camping and sleeping. The agenda also includes a legislative update and the approval of minutes from June 2024.

• Ordinance 2024-013: Prohibiting camping and sleeping in public places
• Legislative update presentation by Rainia Custis of Becker & Poliakoff
• Approval of June 10, 2024, workshop minutes
• Approval of June 11, 2024, meeting minutes

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2023 audit report prepared by HCT Certified Public Accountants & Consultants, LLC. The meeting also includes ratifying financial activity reports for February, April, and May 2024 and extending a contract with Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc.

• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2023 CRA Audit Report by HCT CPAs
• Contract extension for Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. to November 19, 2024
• Ratification of February, April, and May 2024 financial activity reports

Economic Development Advisory Board

The agenda consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of minutes from April and May 2024. The only specific item listed is an announcement regarding a Financial Literacy and Business Resource Fair.

• Financial Literacy and Business Resource Fair

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will consider a first reading of an ordinance prohibiting camping and sleeping in public places. The agenda also includes a roofing contract for city buildings and authorization for legal litigation.

• Ordinance 2024-013: Prohibiting camping and sleeping in public places
• Roofing contract with PSI Roofing up to $697,935 for several city buildings
• Resolution authorizing State Rep. Daryl Campbell to use the City's name and logo
• Authorization of appellate litigation in City of Lauderdale Lakes v. Tinisha Allen
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

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The City Commission will discuss a presentation regarding the 2022/2023 financial audit. The workshop also includes discussions about hosting the Taste of Lauderdale Lakes event and updates on lighting poles along SR7/US441. Additionally, commissioners will consider appointments to the Economic Development Advisory Board.

• Presentation of the 2022/2023 Financial Audit by HCT Certified Public Accountants and Consultants, LLC
• Hosting the 2024 Taste of Lauderdale Lakes at Vincent Torres Memorial Park
• Update on decorative lighting poles along SR7/US441
• Appointing an at-large member to the Economic Development Advisory Board
• Presenting 'Key to the City' to Colonel Andrew Dunbar

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board is holding a meeting with only procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of previous minutes, and sections for new, old, and other business. No specific proposals, votes, or discussion topics are listed on the agenda.

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a second-reading ordinance to adopt comprehensive plan amendments and a resolution to accept county funds for cricket promotion at the Unifest Multicultural Festival. The agenda also includes proclamations, presentations, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Ordinance 2024-012: Adopting EAR-based amendments to the city's comprehensive plan, including a new property rights element and 2021 water supply work plan
• Resolution 2024-043: Accepting Broward County donation for cricket promotion at Unifest Multicultural Festival, with vendor agreement with Greater Caribbean American Cultural Coalition
• Resolution 2024-044: Ratifying the city's April 2024 (Period 7) financial activity report
• Proclamation celebrating Mercedes Simons turning 100 years old
• Presentation of Master Municipal Clerk designation to Venice Howard

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the conceptual Reef Plaza project, which requires major site plan approval and variances, and the renewal of the franchise agreement with Waste Management Inc. of Florida. They will also consider presenting a ceremonial key to Colonel Andrew Dunbar.

• Update on the Reef Plaza project (conceptual stage, requires major site plan approval, replat, variance)
• Discussion of renewal of franchise agreement with Waste Management Inc. of Florida
• Discussion of presenting a Key to the City to Colonel Andrew Dunbar at the Jamaican Independence Celebration

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission is meeting to vote on eight ordinances amending the Home Rule Charter, including changes to salaries, vice-mayor duties, ethics rules, and gender-neutral pronouns. They will also consider a flood prevention ordinance update, a $25,000 senior homestead exemption increase, and several resolutions for transportation projects and a summer food program.

• Ordinance 2024-011: Increase Senior Exemption on ad valorem taxes from $25,000 to $50,000, fiscal impact $38,059
• Resolution 2024-041: Emergency procurement for exterior wall repairs at Development Services building, not to exceed $200,000 with Safa Construction LLC
• Resolution 2024-039: Interlocal agreement with Broward County for NW 36th Street Improvements surtax funding
• Resolution 2024-040: Interlocal agreement with Broward County for NW 50th Avenue Improvements surtax funding
• Resolution 2024-036: Agreement with Chef Pat's Cuisine Inc. for 2024 Summer Food Program at Willie Webb Sr. Park

Update On Civil Service Board

The City Commission holds a workshop to review the upcoming May 14 meeting agenda and discuss several items, including a proposed one-year renewal of the Calvin, Giordano and Associates contract with a 5% fee adjustment, an update on the Comprehensive Plan amendment and EAR transmittal, a discussion of a forensic audit, and updates on ARPA funding and the Civil Service Board.

• Discussion of Calvin, Giordano and Associates contract renewal: piggybacking on City of Parkland contract RFP#2021-16, with a 5% fee adjustment, for period February 28, 2024 through February 28, 2025
• Discussion of Ordinance 2024-XXX: amending the Comprehensive Plan, adopting the 2020 EAR report, adding a Property Rights Element, and adopting the 2021 Ten-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
• Discussion regarding a forensic audit (sponsored by Commissioners Causwell and Maxwell-Williams)
• Discussion regarding a Financial Literacy and Business Resource Fair (sponsored by Commissioner Causwell)
• Update on ARPA funding and the Civil Service Board

Historic Preservation Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Historic Preservation Board will discuss historical sites with the City Attorney's Office and continue a discussion on recognizing residents aged 85 and over. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion on historical sites from the City Attorney's Office
• Ongoing discussion on recognition of residents 85 years and over
• Approval of March 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from two prior sessions and discuss the Target Market Program for Lauderdale Lakes. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business or old business listed.

• Approval of April 24, 2024 minutes
• Approval of April 11, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Target Market Program - Lauderdale Lakes

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss a proposed emergency municipal complex. The agenda also includes discussion of proposed ordinances and general discussion items.

• Discussion regarding emergency municipal complex
• Discussion of proposed ordinance(s)

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the city's comprehensive plan, including adoption of the 2020 Evaluation and Appraisal Report and a new Property Rights Element, as well as the 2021 Ten-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan. The board will also approve minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items are procedural.

• Public hearing on Application No. 02-TA-24: comprehensive plan amendments including 2020 EAR report and Property Rights Element
• Adoption of 2021 Ten-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
• Transmittal of amendments to Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2024 meeting

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board is holding a meeting that consists entirely of procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of previous minutes, old business, other business, announcements, public petitions, and future agenda items. No specific economic development proposals, projects, or decisions are listed for discussion or action.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Public petitions period for residents to address the board

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission is meeting to consider several ordinances on first reading, including amendments to the Home Rule Charter regarding salaries, vice-mayor duties, ethics, and gender-neutral language, as well as a senior homestead exemption increase. They will also vote on resolutions to accept a $437,143 state grant for traffic calming design, a $113,788 grant for a summer camp program, and appointments to city boards.

• Ordinance 2024-011: increase senior homestead exemption from $25,000 to $50,000, fiscal impact $38,059
• Resolution 2024-033: accept $437,143 from FDOT for citywide traffic calming design
• Resolution 2024-032: accept $113,788 grant from Children Services Council for summer camp, with $14,232 city match
• Ordinance 2024-004: amend Article III, Section 3.07 on salaries and expenses of the Home Rule Charter
• Resolution 2024-029: allow continued use of charter school at 3020 NW 33rd Ave

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The City Commission holds a workshop to review the upcoming regular meeting agenda, discuss proposed ordinances, and receive updates on the LL BEAMS business program, Marketplace Plaza code compliance, the Development Services Building, Budget Advisory Committee appointments, and a proposed Veterans Park.

• Review of April 23, 2024 City Commission meeting agenda
• Presentation from the Youth Council on Children's Week
• Update on Lauderdale Lakes BEAMS business support program
• Discussion of creating a Veterans Park (sponsored by Commissioner Maxwell-Williams)
• Discussion regarding Budget Advisory Committee commission appointees

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency will consider two resolutions: one to ratify the March 2024 (Period 6) Financial Activity Report, and another to amend Section 3.1 of the CRA Bylaws regarding the required number of meetings. The board will also discuss adopting a new graphic CRA logo developed by the Inspire Placemaking Collective Inc. The meeting includes approval of the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes and a report from the Executive Director on CRA activities for March 2024.

• CRA Resolution 2024-011 ratifying the March 2024 (Period 6) Financial Activity Report
• CRA Resolution 2024-012 amending Section 3.1 of the CRA Bylaws on meeting requirements
• Discussion of a new graphic CRA logo from the Inspire Placemaking Collective Inc
• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2024 CRA meeting
• Executive Director report on March 2024 CRA activities and projects

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will consider several resolutions, including applying for Community Development Block Grant funds for home repair, senior transportation, and quality of life programs; installing Aden Perry Life Rings near bodies of water; and supporting state bills that would prohibit approaching first responders. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings and a first-reading ordinance to amend the Economic Development Advisory Board.

• Resolution 2024-026: Authorizing application to Broward County for 50th Year CDBG funding cycle for Minor Home Repair, Senior Transportation, and Quality of Life Enhancement programs
• Resolution 2024-025: Authorizing installation of Aden Perry Life Rings at locations with bodies of water within city jurisdiction
• Resolution 2024-027: Supporting Senate Bill 184 and House Bill 75 to prohibit approaching first responders engaged in lawful duties
• Ordinance 2024-003 (first reading): Amending Chapter 2, Article VI regarding the Economic Development Advisory Board
• Approval of minutes from March 18, March 25, and March 26, 2024 meetings

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to review the upcoming April 9 regular meeting agenda, discuss proposed charter amendments, and consider the preliminary fiscal year 2024-2025 budget calendar. A presentation on advisory boards and a discussion on parking spaces for veterans are also scheduled.

• Review of April 9, 2024 regular meeting agenda
• Discussion of proposed charter amendments (continued, 6:00 p.m. time certain)
• Discussion of preliminary FY 2024-2025 budget calendar
• Discussion regarding parking spaces for veterans (sponsored by Commissioner Thomas)
• Advisory boards presentation (Economic Development, Military Affairs, Parks and Recreation, School Advisory Board) at 5:30 p.m.

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the Land Development Regulations to update the Flood Insurance Study and Flood Insurance Rate Maps. The board will also approve minutes from the February 22, 2024 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on Application No. 01-TA-24 to update flood insurance study and rate map dates
• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2024 meeting

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The City Commission is holding a workshop to review the upcoming March 26 meeting agenda and discuss several proposed items. Topics include a local vendor/target market program, a senior exemption, hosting the 2024 Unifest event, voucher distribution, a vacancy in Commission Seat 1, and consolidating workshop and meeting days. The commission will also consider authorizing the city manager to apply for Broward County CDBG funding for home repair, senior transportation, and quality of life programs.

• Discussion of adopting a Local Vendor/Target Market Program similar to Lauderhill's
• Discussion of adopting a City Senior Exemption
• Discussion of hosting the 2024 Unifest event on June 2 with the Greater Caribbean American Cultural Coalition
• Discussion of authorizing CDBG funding application for Minor Home Repair, Senior Transportation, and Quality of Life Enhancement programs
• Public petitions regarding Alcee Hastings Parkway, Hawaiian Gardens cleanup, broken sidewalks at Diamond Building, and vehicle burglary in Hawaiian Gardens

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed charter amendments presented by the Charter Review Advisory Board. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion only.

• Presentation by the Charter Review Advisory Board regarding proposed charter amendments
• Discussion of proposed ordinance(s) as a workshop item

Historic Preservation Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Historic Preservation Board will meet to approve minutes from January and discuss their upcoming presentation to the City Commission. The board will also review historical markers and set the next meeting date for May 9, 2024. No votes on specific projects or ordinances are scheduled.

• Discussion of advisory board presentation to City Commission on March 25, 2024
• Discussion regarding historical markers
• Discussion of recognition program for residents 85 and older
• Approval of January 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting but the agenda contains only routine procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of previous minutes, and sections for new, old, and other business that are all listed without any specific topics. No rezonings, contracts, dollar amounts, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Approval of EDAB February 2024 Minutes
• No new business, old business, or other business items listed
• No petitions from the public or future agenda items specified

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Charter Review Advisory Board will meet to consider proposed charter amendments as old business. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, roll call, approval of previous minutes, and public petitions.

• Proposed charter amendments under old business
• Approval of February 21, 2024 minutes

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will consider several resolutions, including purchasing fixed license plate reader hardware for $132,562.75, transferring $260,000 from human services to rental and utility assistance, and approving a variance for parking interiors. The meeting also includes first reading of an ordinance amending residency requirements for the Samuel S. Brown Scholarship Fund Board and a resolution to cancel the March 11-12 meetings for a conference.

• Resolution 2024-017: $132,562.75 for fixed license plate reader hardware from Millennium Products Inc.
• Resolution 2024-011: Transfer $260,000 from Human Services to Residential Rent and Utilities Assistance Program.
• Resolution 2024-012: Variance for parking interiors at Limousines of South Florida Inc. property.
• Resolution 2024-009: Purchase 540 gas cards from RaceTrac for $13,500 via ARPA funds.
• Ordinance 2024-001: Amending residency requirements for Samuel S. Brown Scholarship Fund Board.

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission holds a workshop to review the upcoming February 27, 2024 meeting agenda and discuss proposed ordinances. Additional items include discussions on the Oakland Villas proposal, consolidating the workshop and meeting into one day, purchasing city T-shirts, and changing the Economic Development Advisory Board structure. Staff will present updates on capital improvement projects and ARPA funding.

• Discussion of Oakland Villas proposal
• Discussion on consolidating Commission Workshop and Meeting into one day
• Discussion on purchasing City T-shirts
• Discussion on changing Economic Development Advisory Board structure
• CIP update FY2023/24 and ARPA funding update

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance updating the Future Land Use Element of the city's comprehensive plan to address deficiencies identified by the Broward County Planning Council. The board will also consider approving minutes from its January 18, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on Application No. 02-TA-23: ordinance to update the Future Land Use Element of the comprehensive plan
• Approval of minutes from January 18, 2024 meeting

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Charter Review Advisory Board is meeting to discuss proposed charter amendments. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public petitions. No specific amendment details are provided in the agenda.

• Discussion of proposed charter amendments
• Approval of February 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public petitions opportunity

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving two funding agreements: up to $57,424 for a commercial facade improvement with M-Lasik LLC, and up to $164,500 for homebuyer purchase assistance for Junette Alleyne-Looby. The board will also discuss installing decorative lighting on State Road 7 and review CRA meeting requirements. Routine items include approving January 2024 meeting minutes and a financial activity report.

• CRA Resolution 2024-009: $57,424.40 Commercial Facade Improvement Program agreement with M-Lasik LLC
• CRA Resolution 2024-010: $164,500 Homebuyer Purchase Assistance Program agreement with Junette Alleyne-Looby
• Discussion of decorative lighting installation on State Road 7 between Oakland Park Boulevard and NW 37 Street
• Discussion of CRA meeting requirements per established Bylaws
• Ratification of Fiscal Year 2024 Period 4 (January) Financial Activity Report

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with a procedural agenda. The only action item is approval of the December 2023 minutes. No new, old, or other business items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of EDAB December 2023 minutes

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will meet to review several resolutions including a contract for fire station hardening and various maintenance services. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and participation in a lawsuit regarding Form 6 requirements.

• Resolution 2024-003: Purchase of a Toyota forklift from Atlas Toyota Material Handling, LLC for $64,737
• Resolution 2024-006: Contract with ACAI Associates, Inc. for Fire Station 37 Hardening design services up to $1,012,436.00
• Resolution 2024-007: Pressure cleaning services for Oakland Park Boulevard, NW 52nd Avenue, and State Road 7 via Bel Air Maintenance, Inc. up to $27,989.75
• Resolution 2024-008: Participation in a lawsuit challenging Form 6 requirement
• Approval of January 22 and January 23, 2024 meeting minutes

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several items, including reappropriating up to $411,000 for the Human Services Assistance Program, piggybacking on a $27,989.75 pressure cleaning service agreement, and purchasing 540 gas cards for $13,500. They will also consider cancelling the March 2024 meetings for commissioners to attend a national conference, and discuss various other items such as a variance request for propane tanks, an interlocal agreement for film permits, and the use of a former school site.

• Discussion of reappropriating up to $411,000 for the Human Services Assistance Program
• Discussion of piggybacking on a $27,989.75 pressure cleaning service agreement with Bel Air Maintenance, Inc. for Oakland Park Boulevard, State Road 7, and NW 52nd Avenue
• Discussion of purchasing 540 gas cards from RaceTrac, Inc. for $13,500
• Discussion of cancelling the March 11 workshop and March 12 regular meeting for the NLC Congressional City Conference
• Discussion of variance application 03-VA-23 for propane and gas tanks at 3020 NW 33rd Avenue

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting to call the meeting to order, take roll call, and approve the minutes from its January 2024 meeting. The agenda contains no new, old, or other business items, only procedural items and standard announcements. The meeting is scheduled for February 8, 2024, at 9:00 AM.

• Approval of EDAB January 2024 minutes
• No new, old, or other business items on the agenda
• Public petitions and future agenda items are listed as standard agenda items

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Charter Review Advisory Board is meeting to discuss proposed charter amendments and review meeting dates. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and public petitions.

• Discussion of proposed charter amendments
• Review of amended meeting dates for the board
• Approval of January 24, 2024 minutes

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Charter Review Advisory Board is meeting to discuss proposed charter amendments and consider additional meeting dates. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public petitions.

• Discussion of proposed charter amendments
• Consideration of additional Charter Review Advisory Board meeting dates
• Approval of January 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will consider three resolutions: opposing Florida House Bill 267 (which would impose timeframes and requirements on local building permit review), supporting state bills to prohibit cost-sharing for diagnostic breast exams, and ratifying the city's November and December 2023 financial activity reports. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comment periods.

• Resolution 2024-002 opposing Florida House Bill 267, which erodes home-rule powers by imposing timeframes and requirements for building permit review
• Resolution 2024-004 supporting HB 773 and SB 932 to prohibit cost-sharing for diagnostic breast examinations in state group insurance and individual health policies
• Resolution 2024-005 ratifying the city's Fiscal Year 2024 Period 2 (November) and Period 3 (December) financial activity report
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 workshop and January 9, 2024 commission meeting

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to review the upcoming regular meeting agenda and discuss several proposed items. Notable discussions include a $1,012,436 proposal for Fire Station 37 hardening design services, a $64,737 forklift purchase, and the Aden Perry Hero Life Ring Initiative. The meeting also includes an update on ARPA funding and public petitions.

• Discussion of $1,012,436 proposal from ACAI Associates for Fire Station 37 hardening design services
• Discussion of $64,737 purchase of Toyota forklift from Atlas Toyota Material Handling
• Discussion of Aden Perry Hero Life Ring Initiative (sponsored by Commissioner Maxwell-Williams, 6 p.m. time certain)
• Discussion of pending litigation regarding Form 6
• Update on ARPA/Loss Revenue Funding as of December 2023

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on a landscape variance request from Limousines of South Florida Inc. to reduce minimum landscaping requirements in a vehicular use area. The board will also consider approving minutes from two previous meetings.

• Public hearing on Application No. 03-VA-23 for landscape variance from Chapter 10, Subsection 1001.11
• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2023 and October 26, 2023 meetings

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve six agreements with Drax Investments Properties I LLC for the Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program, totaling up to $160,120 for improvements at specific addresses. The board will also ratify the November and December 2023 financial activity report and receive an update on the CRA Redevelopment Plan Modification.

• CRA Resolution 2024-001 ratifying the November and December 2023 Financial Activity Report
• CRA Resolution 2024-002: up to $27,200 for improvements at 3904 NW 30 Terrace
• CRA Resolution 2024-003: up to $23,720 for improvements at 3980 NW 31 Terrace
• CRA Resolution 2024-004: up to $27,600 for improvements at 4039 NW 31 Avenue
• CRA Resolution 2024-005: up to $24,320 for improvements at 4060 NW 31 Terrace

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to approve minutes from November 2023 and discuss ongoing business, including recognizing residents aged 85 and over, identifying historic sites within the city, and purchasing historical markers. No new business is listed. The next meeting is scheduled for March 14, 2024.

• Discussion on identifying historic sites within the city
• Discussion on purchase of historical markers
• Recognition of residents 85 years and over (ongoing)
• Approval of November 9, 2023 meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from December 2023, receive a business development update, and discuss a Business Resource Fair letter. No votes on specific projects or funding are listed.

• Approval of EDAB Minutes from December 2023
• Business Development Updates for January 2024
• Discussion of Business Resource Fair Letter

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will meet to review previous meeting minutes and consider various resolutions. A key item involves a resolution to increase funding amounts for the Commercial Exterior & Interior Improvement Program.

• Resolution 2024-001: Amending to increase business awards for the Commercial Exterior & Interior Improvement Program
• Approval of December 11, 2023 City Commission Workshop minutes
• Approval of December 12, 2023 City Commission meeting minutes

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The City Commission will discuss recommendations for the Prosperity Broward pilot project regarding employment and living wages. The meeting also includes a discussion on opposing HB 267 building regulations.

• Update on Prosperity Broward pilot project by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance team
• Discussion of Coral Springs Resolution 2023-058 opposing HB 267 - Building Regulations

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Charter Review Advisory Board will review previous meeting minutes and discuss proposed charter amendments. The agenda contains no specific details regarding the content of these amendments.

• Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of proposed charter amendments