Pembroke Pines public meetings in 2024
44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a regular meeting to vote on consent items including a $462,059 senior services grant, $364,190 police ammunition purchase, $164,477 fire bunker gear, and several IT contracts. A public hearing will be held on an appeal of a Board of Adjustment decision regarding a residential zoning variance at 11920 Taft Street. The Commission will also receive a report from the Commission Auditor on risk assessment and audit findings, and announce several board appointments to the Citizen's Budget Advisory Board and Education Advisory Board.
- Appeal of Board of Adjustment decision for zoning variance at 11920 Taft Street
- Motion to approve $462,059 Older Americans Act grant from Area Agency on Aging
- Motion to approve $364,190 for police practice and duty ammunition
- Motion to approve $164,477 for 50 sets of fire bunker gear
- Motion to approve developer's agreement with Pembroke ALMC Real Estate, LLC for water, sewer, and lift station facilities
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will review a quasi-judicial site plan amendment for ASKAR Plaza. The board will also consider a color change request for the Southbridge West multi-family development.
- Site plan amendment for ASKAR Plaza near Pembroke Road and SW 87 Way
- Color change request for Southbridge West at 10755 NW 10 Street
The Pembroke Pines Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan amendment for Askar Plaza, allowing modifications to a previously approved plan for two buildings with drive-thru restaurants and retail, including a fuel tank addition and landscaping changes. The board also approved a color change for the Southbridge West multi-family development and excused two members from meetings.
- Approved SP2024-0006 Askar Plaza site plan amendment (5-0)
- Approved MSC2024-0023 Southbridge West color change (5-0)
- Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 meeting (5-0)
- Excused Alternate Member Zacharias from November 14, 2024 meeting (5-0)
- Excused Vice Chairman Golditch from December 12, 2024 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Pembroke Pines Board of Adjustment will approve the minutes from its November 7, 2024 meeting. It will then consider three variance applications: one for 13351 NW 11 Street (District 3), one for 2220 NW 93 Way (District 2), and one for 8861 NW 7 Street (District 2). The board may grant or deny each request based on the presented evidence.
- Variance ZV(R)2024-0054‑0059 for Jose Casas & Ursulina Schwartz, 13351 NW 11 Street (District 3)
- Variance ZV(R)2024-0082‑0085 for Max Probst & Yahaira Manon, 2220 NW 93 Way (District 2)
- Variance ZV(R)2024-0086‑0090 for Reinaldo & Gloria Morales, 8861 NW 7 Street (District 2)
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the FY 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for CDBG programs, then consider a resolution to approve it. Key decisions include purchases of fire equipment ($178k) and a wastewater contract amendment ($308k), acceptance of a VOCA grant ($21k) for victim services, and a site plan for Baptist Health. The main discussion is adoption of a draft strategic plan and directing a general obligation bond referendum of up to $200 million to fund it.
- Public hearing and resolution approving the Program Year 2023 CAPER for Community Development Block Grants
- Sole-source purchase of Holmatro extrication tools from NAFECO, Inc. for $178,028
- Fourth amendment to service agreement with BCR Environmental Corporation for $308,340
- Acceptance of FY 2024-2025 Victims of Crimes Act grant for $21,356 from Police Department
- Discussion on adopting a $180–$200 million strategic plan and authorizing a GO bond referendum
City Commission
The City Commission meets in organizational and regular sessions. The organizational meeting will certify the November 5, 2024 special election results and administer the oath of office to Commissioner Michael A. Hernandez. The regular meeting will consider second reading of an ordinance amending the FY2023-2024 budget and a resolution changing a plat note from bank to medical office on Pines Boulevard. Multiple consent agenda items include contracts for emergency power system replacement, wastewater treatment plant engineering, and school resource officer services.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2024-24 amending the FY2023-2024 budget
- Resolution 2024-R-37 changing plat note on Pines Boulevard from 5,000 sq ft bank use to medical office
- Contract with Hillers Electrical Engineering for $297,194.74 for emergency power system replacement at WWTP
- Work Authorization #11 with Hazen and Sawyer for $174,850.12 for wastewater treatment plant engineering
- School Resource Officer summer school agreement with Somerset Academy for 2023-2024
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several minor façade change requests for businesses on Pines Boulevard, an addendum for Big Lots Plaza, and multiple quasi‑judicial site plan applications, including the Edison Residential amendment. Decisions will be made on the consent agenda items and the listed site plan applications.
- Bell’s Funeral Home – minor façade changes at 8390 Pines Boulevard (Item 24-1060)
- Turbo Shot Coffee – façade, paint, outdoor seating at 8579 Pines Boulevard (Item 24-1061)
- Big Lots Plaza – replacement of AC screening wall at 7900‑7996 Pines Boulevard (Addendum Item 24-1084)
- Edison Residential – site plan amendment north of Pembroke Road (Item 24-1064)
- MedSquare Pembroke Pines – site plan application at southwest corner Palm Avenue and Johnson Street (Item 24-1065)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Pembroke Pines Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on multiple variance applications for residential properties: Cecilio Pagan at 631 SW 100 Terrace, Mark & Evelyn Gonzalez at 6131 SW 195 Avenue, Christian & Silvia Lesmez at 13761 NW 18 Court, Carlos & Karla Leyva at 11920 Taft Street, and Sergio de las Salas at 16586 NW 8 Street. The board will also approve the October 17, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss any items at the request of the board or staff.
- Approval of October 17, 2024 Board of Adjustment minutes
- Old business: variance requests ZV(R)2024-0069 & 0070 for Cecilio Pagan at 631 SW 100 Terrace
- New business: variances ZV(R)2024-0039-0042 for Mark & Evelyn Gonzalez at 6131 SW 195 Avenue
- New business: variances ZV(R)2024-0071, 0074 & 0075 for Christian & Silvia Lesmez at 13761 NW 18 Court
- New business: variances ZV(R)2024-0080 & 0081 for Sergio de las Salas at 16586 NW 8 Street
City Commission
The Pembroke Pines City Commission will consider several procurement actions, including a $119,083.47 purchase of unmanned aerial vehicles for the police department funded by an FDLE grant. The agenda also includes a vote to award a $253,575 HVAC replacement contract for city parks, approval of vehicle purchases totaling $214,635, and the adoption of charter amendment ordinances. Additionally, the commission will appoint an alternate member to the Education Advisory Board and hold a workshop on the city’s strategic plan.
- Approve purchase of one Responder Ops bundle and one Lemur 2 Ops bundle from Brinc Drones, Inc. ($69,998) and two SkyDio X10 drones from RMUS, LLC ($49,085.47) for a total of $119,083.47 for the Police Department (FDLE drone replacement grant).
- Award IFB # RE-24-07 for Pembroke Pines Parks HVAC replacement to JCR Mechanical Contractor, Inc. up to $253,575.00 (includes bond and contingency).
- Approve purchase of four vehicles for $185,952 from Duval Ford and one vehicle for $28,683 from Garber Chevrolet, total not to exceed $214,635, for city departments.
- Appoint Haniff C. Murray as alternate member to the Education Advisory Board.
- Adopt Proposed Ordinance No. 2024-16 amending Section 4.03 of the City Charter regarding appointment and removal of the Acting City Manager.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will approve the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes. It will consider five variance requests for properties in Districts 1‑3, including requests by Walter Gallardo, Pilar Vassallo, Eugene Ortega, Cecilio Pagan, and Elizabeth Espinosa. The board will also discuss cancelling the January 2, 2025 meeting and moving it to January 16, 2025.
- Approve September 5, 2024 Board of Adjustment minutes (24-0903).
- Variance ZV(R)2024-0064 & 0065 for Walter Gallardo & Pilar Vassallo, 9630 NW 5 Street (District 2).
- Variance ZV(R)2024-0068 for Eugene Ortega, 16352 Segovia Circle N (District 3).
- Variances ZV(R)2024-0069 & 0070 for Cecilio Pagan, 631 SW 100 Terrace (District 1).
- Discuss cancelling the Jan 2 2025 meeting and rescheduling it for Jan 16 2025 (24-0988).
City Commission
The Pembroke Pines City Commission is meeting to consider several proposed charter amendments regarding the city manager's role, including changes to duties, qualifications, and appointment procedures. The agenda also includes the approval of various contracts for city services and equipment.
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-18 to submit city manager charter amendments to a March 2025 referendum
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-16 to amend the appointment and removal of the acting city manager
- Proposed Ordinance 2024-17 to effectuate non-substantive charter amendments
- Approval of a 2025 F-750 dump truck purchase from Palmetto Ford of Miami not to exceed $101,543.75
- Approval of Chromebook, carts, and smartboards from Office Depot, LLC not to exceed $176,195.25
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several site plan applications and amendments for residential and commercial developments. The board will also review minor façade and signage changes for businesses on Pines Boulevard and a variance request for padel courts.
- Variance request for Grand Palms Padel Courts at 110 Grand Palms Drive
- Site plan application for MedSquare Pembroke Pines at Palm Avenue and Johnson Street
- Site plan amendment for Edison Residential north of Pembroke Road
- Site plan application for Baptist FSER @ Edison north of Pembroke Road
- Façade and signage changes for Bell’s Funeral Home, Turbo Shot Coffee, and Jiffy Lube on Pines Boulevard
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a motion to approve the 2024‑2025 Pembroke Pines Charter Schools Florida School Safety Risk Assessment Tool, related best‑practice policies, and to apply for the 2024‑2025 School Hardening Grant. Additional items include several procurement contracts, a settlement agreement, and a proposal to contribute $100,000 to Miramar’s solid‑waste campus opposition campaign.
- Approve school safety risk assessment tool, updated threat‑management, safer‑spaces, and visitor‑intruder policies, and apply for the School Hardening Grant (Reference Item 24‑0943)
- Award IFB # PSUT‑24‑09 for prestressed concrete pipe repair fittings to Rangeline Tapping Services, Inc. (up to $55,386) (24‑0890)
- Approve $650,000 annual contract with Home Depot USA for maintenance and industrial supplies (Contract # 16154) (24‑0941)
- Authorize settlement agreement with Jacob Klaus in the Eli Klaus case (24‑0888)
- Discuss possible $100,000 contribution to Miramar’s solid‑waste campus opposition campaign (ADD‑1) (24‑0978)
City Commission
The commission will hold a shade session on pending litigation before the second budget hearing. At 6:00 PM the commission will adopt the tentative FY 2024‑25 budget, the operating millage rate of 5.6690 and the debt service millage rate of 0.3208. A consent agenda will approve several contracts, including a water‑service replacement project and purchases of communications equipment for fire and police departments. The public will be invited to comment on the budget items.
- Adopt Proposed Ordinance 2024‑12 establishing operating millage rate 5.6690 and debt service millage 0.3208
- Adopt Proposed Ordinance 2024‑13 adopting the FY 2024‑25 budget and a five‑year capital improvement program
- Award IFB # PSUT‑24‑07 Cedarwoods Water Service Replacement to Marcdan, Inc. up to $2,635,941 (including $182,578 contingency)
- Purchase Motorola APX Next radios for the fire department up to $150,000
- Purchase Panasonic equipment for the police department up to $148,194
City Commission
The Pembroke Pines City Commission will conduct a public hearing on re-imposing fire protection special assessments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The assessments will be based on each property's classification and billing units. Commissioners will consider Resolution 2024-R-33 to approve the assessment roll and rate for fire services.
- Public hearing on re-imposing fire protection special assessments for 2024-2025
- Consideration of Resolution 2024-R-33 to approve assessment roll and rates
- Fire assessment presentation for fiscal year 2024-25
- Final GSG Report dated June 2023 attached
- Assessable fire protection cost and rate calculation for 2024-25 provided
Planning and Zoning Board
The Pembroke Pines Planning and Zoning Board will meet in person on September 12, 2024, to review 11 development-related items. The agenda includes façade changes for Bell’s Funeral Home, multiple variance requests for UniVida and Walmart, site plan amendments for Edison Residential, MedSquare, SFDC Building B, and Fifth Third Bank, and a new site plan for Baptist SFER @ Edison. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.
- Bell’s Funeral Home façade changes at 8390 Pines Boulevard (minor)
- UniVida variance requests at 1800 N Douglas Road (4 items)
- Walmart variance request at 151 SW 184 Avenue
- Edison Residential site plan amendment north of Pembroke Road
- MedSquare Pembroke Pines site plan at Palm Avenue and Johnson Street
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Pembroke Pines Board of Adjustment will conduct an in-person meeting to review seven zoning variance applications. The board will also approve minutes from the August 1, 2024 meeting and address procedural items.
- ZV(R)2024-0053 to 0059: Seven zoning variance requests at addresses including 13351 NW 11 Street, 7101 SW 6 Street, 321 SW 159 Drive, and 9321 NW 20 Court
City Commission
The workshop will review recommended charter changes (WS‑1). At the first budget public hearing the Commission will adopt a tentative FY 2024‑25 budget and set an operating millage rate of 5.6690 (7.73 % above the rolled‑back rate) and a debt service millage of 0.3208. Ordinance 2024‑12 will formalize those millage rates, and Ordinance 2024‑13 will adopt the budget and a five‑year capital improvement program. Additional items include awarding the Polk Building Renovations Phase I contract to Stone Concept Miami, Inc. for up to $684,528 and approving purchase of two Smart 18 radar speed trailers and one GP 465T mobile message board for up to $43,607.
- WS‑1 Workshop: Review and discussion of recommended charter changes
- Ordinance 2024‑12: Adopt operating millage rate of 5.6690 and debt service millage of 0.3208
- Ordinance 2024‑13: Adopt FY 2024‑25 budget and five‑year capital improvement program
- Award IFB #PSPW‑24‑05 Polk Building Renovations Phase I to Stone Concept Miami, Inc. (up to $684,528)
- Approve purchase of two Smart 18 radar speed trailers and one GP 465T mobile message board (up to $43,607)
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct a workshop to discuss the 2024-2025 proposed budget. The regular meeting includes a presentation on the Pines Boulevard and Flamingo Road center turn overpass feasibility study and various contract approvals.
- Purchase of 35 vehicles from Garber Chevrolet Buick GMC and Stingray Chevrolet not to exceed $1,723,762.17
- Dual enrollment funding for Pembroke Pines Charter High School not to exceed $175,000 for tuition and $60,000 for materials
- Emergency purchase for West Campus Elementary Charter School access control system not to exceed $101,868.56
- Wastewater Treatment Plant chemical odor control program award to Kemira Water Solutions not to exceed $88,000.00
- Emergency purchase for Pines Point Cabinet Project #5 from Cabinet Stop Shop, LLC not to exceed $78,630.00
City Commission
The commission will consider two motions: one to rescind a prior action that did not approve the School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement, and another to approve the SRO agreement for the 2024‑2025 and 2025‑2026 school years. The agenda includes the agreement documents, financial impact analysis, and related presentations. The decision will determine whether the city formalizes the partnership with the Broward County School Board for SRO services.
- Motion to rescind prior action on Item #28 (SRO agreement) from the August 7 meeting
- Motion to approve the SRO agreement for the 2024‑2025 and 2025‑2026 school years
- Exhibit 1: SRO agreement with Broward County School Board (2024‑2026)
- Exhibit 2: Broward Schools financial impact analysis (2024‑2026)
- Exhibit 5: SBBC Guardian Program presentation
Planning and Zoning Board
The Pembroke Pines Planning and Zoning Board will meet to review minor façade and signage changes for four businesses, a series of quasi-judicial variance requests for a residential property, and a site plan application for a McDonald’s location. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and a sunshine law refresher.
- MSC2024-0009: LB Eatery & Wine, 14545 SW 5 Street, minor façade and signage changes
- MSC2024-0018: Crema, 501 SW 145 Terrace, minor façade and signage changes
- MSC2024-0020: Nike, minor re-imaging changes to façade and signage
- ZV2024-0002 to ZV2024-0005: UniVida, 1800 N Douglas Road, four variance requests
- SP2023-0006: McDonald’s, 6700 Pembroke Road, site plan application
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several high-value contracts for city services and infrastructure. Key items include a five-year independent audit agreement and upgrades to city center access controls and lift stations.
- Independent audit services agreement with RSM US, LLP not to exceed $863,800
- City Center Access Control Upgrade contract awarded to Bryant Integrated Technologies not to exceed $381,256.22
- Master Lift Station No. 4 Comminutor contract awarded to Intercounty Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $397,094
- Cambridge Program testing materials for charter schools not to exceed $323,174.55
- Purchase of an 8-inch bypass pump from PSI Technologies Inc. not to exceed $63,981.35
City Commission
The Pembroke Pines City Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution setting fire rescue assessment rates for 2024-25 and to establish the millage rate to be advertised in the county’s property tax notice. The meeting includes a public hearing on the fire assessment resolution.
- Proposed Resolution 2024-R-24 on fire rescue assessment rates
- Public hearing scheduled for fire assessment resolution
- Millage rate to be advertised by August 2, 2024
- Fire Protection Assessable Cost 2024-25 and rate calculation attachments
Board of Adjustment
The Pembroke Pines Board of Adjustment will hear five residential zoning variance requests that could modify property standards for local homeowners. The agenda also lists a discussion on possibly canceling the October 3, 2024 meeting. Affected owners and neighbors may present evidence or cross-examine witnesses during the hearings.
- ZV(R)2024-0026 to 0028: Jake Towers, 8500 NW 24 Court (District 2)
- ZV(R)2024-0031 to 0033: Jorge & Sasha Perez, 18819 NW 23 Street (District 3)
- ZV(R)2024-0034 & 0035: James & Rose Davilmar, 8441 NW 11 Street (District 2)
- ZV(R)2024-0036 to 0038: Jose Ignacio Sanchez & Patricia Salce Santana, 13298 NW 18 Court (District 3)
- Discussion and possible action to cancel the October 3, 2024 meeting
City Commission
The City Commission will review several items including city-wide technology hardware awards, park maintenance, and public service recognitions. The agenda includes multiple motions for equipment purchases, event services, and facility use agreements.
- Award of $810,640.07 to Gerelcom, Inc. for Cisco infrastructure hardware
- Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado work truck for up to $51,637.50
- Installation of Hydrowick drainage system at Pembroke Lakes Golf Course for up to $59,993
- Agreement with PK Productions, Inc. for Hispanic American Heritage Festival up to $48,359
- Purchase of 54 AED units for the Police Department for up to $75,330
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will review a zoning change request for a potential Discount Tire development. The meeting also includes discussions on several exterior color and signage changes for existing businesses and a site plan application for El Car Wash.
- Zoning change for Discount Tire at Pembroke Road and Douglas Road
- Site plan application for El Car Wash near Pines Boulevard and NW 78 Terrace
- Color change for Char Hut Plaza at 12101 - 12221 Taft Street
- Exterior color and signage changes for Extra Space Storage at 400 NW 172 Avenue
- Color change for Palm Square Shopping Center at 1640 S Palm Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct a Board Night Workshop to review annual reports from various city boards. The regular meeting includes several contract awards for construction, technology, and utility services, as well as setting the September 2024 budget hearing schedule.
- Presentation of 10 annual reports from city advisory boards
- Award of $181,115.68 to Perez-Borroto Construction LLC for YMCA Aquatic Center slide upgrades
- Agreement with Intercounty Engineering, Inc. for sewer lift station rehabilitation up to $384,664.00
- Award of $283,690.40 to Perez-Borroto Construction LLC for Pines Recreation Center concession stand renovation
- Establishment of September 2024 budget and fire assessment hearing dates
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several consent agenda items involving signage and color changes. The meeting also includes quasi-judicial hearings for variance requests and a site plan application.
- Container Store: minor façade and signage changes at 14530 SW 2 Street
- RK Pembroke Pines Plaza: color change at 11330 - 11360 Pines Boulevard
- Fairway Greens: paint and signage modifications east of SW 114 Avenue and south of SW 2 Street
- Kaluz: variance request south of Pines Boulevard and west of SW 106 Avenue
- Shoppes of Pembroke: variance request at 11210 - 11300 Pines Boulevard
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct a public vote to appoint an interim District 4 Commissioner. The agenda also includes several board appointments and the consideration of various city contracts. Additionally, the commission will review legislative updates and community proclamations.
- Public vote for Interim District 4 Commissioner
- Purchase of ballistic shields and helmets for the Police Department up to $939,375
- Contract for stairway replacements at Central Campus up to $575,548.20
- Bunker sand replacement and tee leveling at Pembroke Lakes Golf Course up to $213,431.98
- Purchase of three vehicles for Police and Fire departments up to $154,621
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will review several variance requests under old and new business. The board may also discuss transmitting the Annual Board Report to the City Commission.
- Variance request for Marleny Molina at 9441 Johnson Street
- Variance request for Alan & Bianca Sutherland at 1100 NW 185 Terrace
- Variance request for Ana Maria Veeser at 1728 NW 163 Terrace
- Variance request for Jimmy James at 13801 NW 16 Street
- Variance request for Niuvis Gutierrez Arroyo at 720 SW 68 Terrace
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct public interviews for the appointment of an interim commissioner for District 4. The meeting also includes various presentations, board appointments, and several contract approvals.
- Public interviews for the District 4 interim commissioner vacancy
- Award of $330,510.30 to Dan Enterprises Team, LLC for a new metal canopy at West Campus
- Approval of $428,219 agreement with Somerset Academy for School Resource Officers
- Award of $58,322.25 to Pawol Tafya, LLC for Adobe license renewal
- Award of $53,404.16 to Guardian Fueling Technologies, LLC for fire station fuel tank replacement
City Commission
The City Commission will review several contracts, including a $858,810 fire engine purchase and fireworks agreements. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance for the Edison Pembroke Mixed Use Development.
- Purchase of E-ONE Typhoon fire engine not to exceed $858,810.96
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-03 for Edison Pembroke Mixed Use Development guidelines
- Two-year fireworks contract with Zambelli Fireworks totaling up to $70,000
- Purchase of fire department uniforms not to exceed $95,000
- Agreement with Broward Supervisor of Elections for the November 5, 2024, special election
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will review multiple variance applications for properties located in various districts. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the scheduling of the June meeting.
- Variance request for 731 SW 69 Terrace
- Variance request for 9441 Johnson Street
- Variance request for 1100 NW 185 Terrace
- Variance request for 14257 NW 18 Court
City Commission
The City Commission will hold an organizational meeting to declare the results of the March 19, 2024, general election. The meeting also includes administering oaths of office to the Mayor and District 2 and 3 Commissioners.
- Resolution 2024-R-06 declaring March 19, 2024, election results
- Oath of office for Angelo Castillo as Mayor
- Oath of office for Jay D. Schwartz for District 2 Commissioner seat
- Oath of office for Maria Rodriguez for District 3 Commissioner seat
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct an organizational meeting to declare March 19, 2024, election results and administer oaths of office to the Mayor and Commissioners. The regular meeting includes discussions on appointing a District 4 interim commissioner and approving various city resolutions and ordinances.
- Certification of March 19, 2024, general election results
- Oaths of office for Mayor, District 2 Commissioner, and District 3 Commissioner
- Appointment of Vice Mayor for 2024-2025
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-03 regarding Edison Pembroke Mixed Use Development guidelines
- Change order for Gomez & Son Fence Corp not to exceed $182,136.42
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several consent agenda items including infrastructure upgrades and service agreements. Key discussions involve funding for community bus services, fire department equipment, and public works projects.
- Awarding Liberty Elevator Corporation up to $1,738,000 for elevator modernization at Pines Point Senior Residence
- Increasing annual funding for the Community Bus Service interlocal agreement to $671,776.66
- Purchasing 81 Scott Model X3 Pro self-contained breathing apparatus for the Fire Department up to $800,000
- Approving a change order for new bleachers at the Pembroke Shores YMCA Family Center totaling $157,500
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-04 regarding vertical clearance requirements for trees in swale areas
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss a Land Development Code update. The agenda also includes several miscellaneous requests for outdoor dining, color changes, and signage.
- K-Pot @ Westfork Plaza (15995 Pines Boulevard) outdoor dining enclosure request
- Pembroke Commons Shopping Center (600 University Drive) color change request
- Tesla at Shops at Pembroke Gardens (417 SW 145 Terrace) zoning interpretation
- SPG - Tesla (417 SW 145 Terrace) minor façade and signage changes
- Land Development Code (LDC) Update discussion
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will review multiple variance requests for properties located in District 3. The agenda includes both old business and new business regarding these residential variances.
- Variance request for 16453 NW 21 Street (Denny Maiz & Sonia Becerra)
- Variance request for 170 NW 161 Avenue (Lisseth Lopez Martinez & Briam Riveron Vergara)
- Variance request for 16310 NW 19 Street (Hector & Anna Perez)
- Variance request for 16395 NW 19 Street (Rena Deopersaud)
- Variance requests for 13736 NW 18 Street, 13905 NW 16 Drive, and others
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several contract awards, including janitorial services, utility purchases, and roof replacements. The meeting also includes presentations honoring Mayor Frank Ortis's retirement and recognition of local community members.
- Awarding janitorial services for Studio 18 and Pembroke Pines Art & Cultural Center to Marsden South, LLC for up to $48,287.26
- Awarding janitorial services for Senior Center and Rental Housing Facilities to Marsden South, LLC for up to $268,280.57
- Purchase of a sewer inspection trailer from Environmental Products Group, Inc. for up to $77,597.25
- Purchase of sodium hydroxide from Brenntag Mid-South, Inc. for an estimated annual amount not to exceed $61,720.00
- Awarding roof replacements for various city buildings to DMS Contractors, LaPorta Contracting, Triple J Roofing, and Grace Roofing
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several items including a police equipment purchase and a state grant agreement. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding the Edison Pembroke mixed-use development.
- Purchase of body armor and rifle plates for the Police Department not to exceed $145,487
- Grant agreement with Florida Department of Environmental Protection seeking up to $198,700
- Agreement with Renaissance Charter School for a School Resource Officer at a cost of $150,682
- Proposed ordinance for Edison Pembroke mixed-use development district guidelines
- Resolution approving a statewide mutual aid agreement with the Florida Division of Emergency Management
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will review several land use applications and variance requests. This includes a site plan application for Memorial Manor FSER and outdoor dining plans for Westfork Plaza. The board will also consider installing EV charging stations at Flamingo Marketplace.
- Variance requests for El Car Wash Pembroke Pines
- Site plan application for Memorial Manor FSER at 801 S Douglas Road
- Master outdoor dining plan for Westfork Plaza, 15801 - 15999 Pines Boulevard
- Installation of six EV charging stations at Flamingo Marketplace, 12105 Pembroke Road
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission is reviewing items for approval, including utility infrastructure and charter school funding. This includes a contract for water treatment plant renovations and payments for student instructional materials.
- Contract award for Water Treatment Plant electrical renovation up to $4,248,950.00
- Payments up to $175,000 for Broward College and $100,000 for Barnes & Noble materials for Charter High School
- $24,998.55 additional expense for repairs to Dykes Road
- $183,540.00 agreement for water system valve maintenance
- Technology contracts for Chromebooks and laptops with various vendors
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet to review multiple variance applications. These items include requests for properties located in District 1 and District 3.
- Variance request for 16453 NW 21 Street (District 3)
- Variance request for 170 NW 161 Avenue (District 3)
- Variance request for 16310 NW 19 Street (District 3)
- Variance request for 520 SW 69 Terrace (District 1)
- Variance request for 16900 NW 19 Street (District 3)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will review a proposed zoning text change for the Edison Pembroke Mixed Use District to accommodate new medical facilities. The agenda also includes several requests for signage, color changes, and a variance request.
- Zoning text change for Edison Pembroke Mixed Use District to include medical office and emergency department
- Marathon Gas Station: rebranding via color and signage changes at 50 N University Drive
- University Pines Shops: replacement of a pole sign with a monument sign at 7817 - 7825 Pines Boulevard
- Shoppes of Silverlakes: color change for an existing shopping center at 18201-18391 Pines Boulevard
- McDonald’s: variance request at 6700 Pembroke Road
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission is reviewing several items on its consent agenda, including technology renewals and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes discussions regarding school services and park maintenance.
- $815,570.63 contract with Canon Solutions America, Inc. for multi-function products
- $273,934.92 purchase of seven vehicles for community services and recreation departments
- $170,864.51 agreement to resurface tennis courts and add pickleball courts at various parks
- $151,942.46 contract for automatic transfer switch replacement at Holly Lake and Academic Village
- $35,427.89 award to Adorama, Inc. for small unmanned aerial drones for the police department