CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS,

CITY COMMISSION MEETING

SUMMARY

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 City Commission Chambers 6:30 PM 9551 West Sample Road

Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM in the City Commission Chambers of Coral Springs City Hall.

Attendee Name Title Status Roy Gold Mayor Present Tom Powers Vice Mayor Present Vincent Boccard Commissioner Present Claudette Bruck Commissioner Present Larry Vignola Commissioner Present Erdal Dönmez City Manager Present John J. Hearn City Attorney Present Josephine Chavez City Clerk Present

Also present were Deputy City Manager Susan Grant, Deputy City Manager Roberto Hernandez, Community Development Director Susan Hess, and Human Resources Director Dale Pazdra. Invocation Rabbi Yankie Denburg Chabad of Southwest Coral Springs Pledge of Allegiance Emily and Elizabeth Knox 4th Graders from Imagine Charter School 1. Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations: a. Recognitions, Holiday Parade Committee, Sponsors and Award Winners: Request that the City Commission recognize the (1) Holiday Parade Committee, (2) Holiday Parade Sponsors, and (3) Holiday Parade Award Winners. b. Recognition, June Furrow: Request that the City Commission recognize Mrs. June Furrow for her many wonderful achievements as a senior citizen of Coral Springs. Requested By: Commissioner Bruck

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2. Public Hearings/Announcements of Special Meetings & Workshops: NONE 3. Consent: a. Con - Customer Involved Government:

1. Minutes Approval

a. Tuesday, January 03, 2012

ACTION: Summary of Tuesday, January 3, 2012 was approved as presented. RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner SECONDER: Claudette Bruck, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola

2. Emergency Lighting and Vehicle Equipment: Request to renew contract for various vehicle accessories, supplies, and replacement parts via utilization of the Hillsborough County bid #22-08 from Law Enforcement Supply of Tampa, FL; Dana Safety Supply of Tampa, FL; and Emergency Vehicle Supply of Coconut Creek, FL from date of award through January 11, 2013. This is the final year for this contract. The estimated annual expenditure is $200,000.00. (REQUEST TO RENEW) CIP

ACTION: The contract was renewed. RESULT: RENEW [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner SECONDER: Claudette Bruck, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola c. Con - Financial Health & Economic Development: 1. Invoices for Legal Services, Goren: Request to approve payment of invoices submitted by the law firm of Goren, Cherof, Doody and Ezrol, P.A., for legal services provided during the period of December 2011, in the amount of $2,598.50. The invoices reflect work performed regarding red light cameras, pension issues and upcoming arbitration. (REQUEST TO APPROVE)

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ACTION: The payment of invoices for legal services was approved. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner SECONDER: Claudette Bruck, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola d. Con - Neighborhood & Environmental Sustainability: 1. Extension, Street Tree Subsidy Program for Older Neighborhoods: Request to approve a one-year extension of the Street Tree Subsidy Program (Account #102- 3004-515.99-54), in the amount not to exceed $94,000, to December 31, 2012, for specific neighborhoods. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) GRN, NEC

There was discussion on the Tree Subsidy Program. City Attorney John Hearn noted that public funds cannot be used on private property.

ACTION: The one-year extension was approved. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tom Powers, Vice Mayor SECONDER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola

4. Citizen’s Requests: Chief of Police Duncan Foster thanked the Commission for the opportunity to have worked with them, noting that he will be retiring on February 3, 2012. He thanked the members of the Commission for the support they have given to his Department, as well as staff and members of the Senior Management Team of the City of Coral Springs, in particular City Manager Erdal Dönmez and City Attorney John Hearn. City Commissioner Claudette Bruck noted that this City would feel a great loss with his departure, noting that he has served with great honor. Mayor Gold agreed, adding that he has served this city admirably.

Mike Matonak thanked the community on behalf of Metro Broward Professional Firefighters and the Broward County Council of Professional Firefighters for their support for the fallen firefighter in Pompano Beach. He also noted that the Annual Metro Broward Picnic and BBQ will be held this year on Sunday, February 26, at Markham Park, 16001 West State Road 84, in Sunrise from noon to 4:00 p.m. He invited all to attend. 5. Commissioner Communications: Mayor Gold: Discussed the Chamber of Commerce Breakfast held this morning and thanked staff for their efforts in organizing this event.

Noted that the Broward Waterway Cleanup is coming up soon, March 10, the second Saturday of the month of March. More information will be on the website as it becomes available, www.coralsprings.org. Page 3 City Commission Meeting Summary January 17, 2012

Announced the upcoming Teen Political Forum to be held on April 2, 2012, beginning at 6:30 p.m. He noted that this is an excellent opportunity for high school students to ask their elected officials questions that they are concerned about.

Mentioned that staff made a presentation at a recent workshop about improvements to the City of Coral Springs. These improvements include the entranceways to the City on Atlantic Boulevard, Royal Palm Boulevard and University Drive, as well as additional marketing of the City of Coral Springs. He noted that he and the rest of the members of the Commission are in agreement about the importance of these aesthetic improvements to the economic development of the City.

Asked for an update on the red light cameras currently in operation in the City at the next workshop.

Noted the many new pieces of art on Sample Road. He encouraged residents to go to www.coralsprings.org/public art to vote for their own favorite. He also reiterated the fact that the Public Art Program is NOT funded by tax dollars.

Mentioned that he is disappointed both with the timing of the installation of the Cultural Heritage Landmark sign on the covered bridge as well as the bike pathway. He asked staff to try to get something more definitive about both issues. City Manager Erdal Dönmez sympathized with the Mayor’s frustration and added that the County is holding City funds for the bike path. The Mayor asked that a letter be sent on behalf of the Commission to the County asking for the County to support the City’s efforts regarding both of these issues.

Noted that he would be attending the Conference of Mayors in Washington, D.C. He is hoping to meet with our Congressmen to encourage them to find money to bring to our City such as the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) or the Energy Grant Program. He added that he would be privileged to have another opportunity to attend a reception at the White House.

Mentioned that he did have the opportunity to go to the Mayor’s Conference on City Design in New York. He was able to hear ideas from architects from around the country, meet with other cities and discuss downtown areas placed in a civic center setting.

Noted the loss of two City employees. Dave Baker, who worked in the Parks and Recreation Department for 28 years, and among many other things, helped with the design of parks and tree planting. Dwight Weddington was the Streets Superintendent and also helped a number of times with the Broward Waterway Cleanup. On behalf of both of these families, he asked staff to investigate the possibility of recognizing them in some form of memorial.

Thanked Commissioner Vignola for his efforts on the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board. He noted that we were to be the first city with a medium size transportation hub, and asked Commissioner Vignola to give the Commission all updates on this issue as they become available. Commissioner Vignola responded that the hub is currently planned for the intersection of University and Sample.

Noted with pleasure that he received a “Certificate of Appreciation” from the Coral Springs Chamber of Commerce, which he passed on to Mr. Dönmez. He thanked the Chamber for working with the Commission on behalf of the economic development of the City.

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Vice Mayor Powers: Thanked the military for their continued sacrifice and service provided to this country.

Attended a ribbon cutting for “Medifast” at the Walk. He was pleased to see a number of new businesses opening in this City.

Thanked School Board member Robin Bartleman for her attendance and sharing her insight at the recent Parent Education Meeting.

Thanked members of the Police Department for sharing red light camera videos at the recent Customer Involved Government Committee (CIGC) meeting.

Continued to maintain our position at the Broward League of Cities with regard to the dispatch consolidation issue.

Thanked the School Resource Officers (SRO) for the great work they do and for what they prevent by virtue of their presence in the schools.

Thanked organizers of the MLK Luncheon as well as the outstanding diversity events of yesterday. Noted that this community continues to celebrate our unity rather than our differences.

Noted that Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum will visit our City at 2:00 p.m. Sunday at Wings Plus on Sample Road. Thanked Brian Walsh for highlighting the community of Coral Springs by being a cordial host for many national figures and events.

Thanked Mayor Gold and City Manager Erdal Dönmez for highlighting the many excellent features of the City at the Chamber of Commerce Breakfast this morning.

Directed attention to the Career Outreach Program. He noted that participants can go to csoutreachprogram.com to sign up for this valuable program.

Noted that he can be reached any time at 954-326-3330.

Commissioner Boccard: Announced that the Fifth Annual Car Show will be held Saturday, February 4 between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Sportsplex of Coral Springs, 2575 Sportsplex Drive. He noted that this year’s event would include vendors, face painting, and entertainment. He thanked Commissioner Vignola for participating in the sponsorship of this event.

Reminded residents that white fly infestation is devastating ficus trees and shrubs in the community. He asked all to be vigilant and take necessary action to eliminate this infestation.

Emphasized that he would like this year’s budget to be even more aggressive than previous years when planning improvements to the City’s aesthetics. He felt that this is going to be extremely important if Coral Springs is to continue to be competitive with other cities for economic development.

Thanked City Manager Erdal Dönmez for the opportunity to tour the City recently with Deputy City Manager Roberto Hernandez.

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Commissioner Bruck: Thanked the members of the Commission for purchasing June Furrow’s book today.

Noted several upcoming events: · The Art Festival to be held March 17 and 18 in the vicinity of The Walk · The St. Andrew Church Carnival to be held January 26 through 29 · The Reserve Band Concert to be held January 27, noting that it is a sold out event.

Thanked Joyce Campos and volunteers for organizing the Martin Luther King programs in the area schools.

Reminded residents to support their community by “Buying Coral Springs!”

Noted that her office hours are the first Monday of each month from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Kilwin’s Ice Cream at the Walk.

Announced that the Military Debt Management Agency is arranging to have boxes dropped off at different locations, along with a wish list of items to be donated to the men and women in the military. The location of these boxes is:

· Wings Plus, 9880 West Sample Road · Danny’s Meat Market 9813 West Sample Road · Community Bank, 3111 North University Drive and · Sun Trust Bank, 1890 N University Drive, 9501 Wiles Road or 6120 Coral Ridge Drive.

Commissioner Vignola: Invited residents to enjoy a performance by the Brat Pack Saturday Night, January 21, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Betti Stradling Park.

Announced that tomorrow, January 18, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, U. S. Congressmen Ted Deutch and Allen West, State Senator Jeremy Ring, State Representatives , Ari Porth and Martin Kier will be here at City Hall and available to discuss community issues.

Noted with pleasure the pressure cleaning that is taking place along Coral Springs Drive. He thanked City staff for their continuing efforts in improving the aesthetics of the City.

Reminded residents that he can be reached on his cell phone at 954-632-7544 at any time. 6. Policy Formation and Direction: a. Pol - Customer Involved Government: 1. Purchase of Vehicles: Request to award purchase of 21 vehicles for various departments to various vendors as shown on the recommendation sheet via bid #12-C-034F, Florida State Contract #071-000-12-1 and Florida Sheriff’s Association bid #11-19-0907 in the amount of $499,468.41. (REQUEST TO AWARD) CIP

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ACTION: The purchase of 21 vehicles was awarded. RESULT: AWARDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tom Powers, Vice Mayor SECONDER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola c. Pol - Financial Health & Economic Development: 1. Ordinance 2012-100, Second Reading: Amending Health and Liability Fund: Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2012-100 amending the Health and Liability Fund amount by $100,000.00 for a total amount of $13,893,012.00. First reading was held on January 3, 2012. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT)

ACTION: The ordinance was approved and adopted on second reading. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner SECONDER: Claudette Bruck, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola

2. Ordinance 2012-103, Second Reading: Lobbying Definitions: Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2012-103, an ordinance amending definitions relating to “lobbyist” and “lobbying.” (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT)

ACTION: The ordinance was approved and adopted on second reading. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Claudette Bruck, Commissioner SECONDER: Vincent Boccard, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola

3. Unleaded Gasoline and Diesel Fuel: Request to renew the contract for unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel through the Southeast Florida Governmental Purchasing Cooperative Group, RFP #09-A-149 to Port Consolidated, Inc. of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, beginning April 1, 2012 and terminating on March 31, 2014 with one additional two-year renewal possible. The estimated annual expenditure for the City of Coral Springs under this contract is approximately $1,298,427.00 for diesel fuel and unleaded gasoline. (REQUEST TO RENEW)

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ACTION: The contract for unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel was renewed. RESULT: RENEW [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Vincent Boccard, Commissioner SECONDER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola d. Pol - Neighborhood & Environmental Sustainability: 1. Ordinance 2012-102, Second and Final Reading, Moratorium on the City’s Affordable Housing Regulations: Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2012-102 enacting a moratorium on Chapter 2, Article II of the Land Development Code of Coral Springs entitled “Affordable Housing Programs” for a period of one year. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT)

ACTION: The ordinance was approved and adopted on second reading. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Claudette Bruck, Commissioner SECONDER: Tom Powers, Vice Mayor AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola

2. Interlocal Agreement Between Broward County and the City of Coral Springs for HOME Funds: Request to approve Interlocal Agreement between Broward County and the City of Coral Springs for the administration and disbursement of HOME funds for FY 2010/2011 for $329,950.00 and FY 2011/2012 for $295,381.00, and authorize the appropriate City Officials to execute the agreement. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, AUTHORIZE)

ACTION: The interlocal agreement was approved. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Claudette Bruck, Commissioner SECONDER: Larry Vignola, Commissioner AYES: Gold, Powers, Boccard, Bruck, Vignola

7. City Manager’s Communication: Thanked the Commission for their attendance and support at the Chamber of Commerce breakfast held this morning at 7:30 a.m.

Extended his condolences to the family of Dwight Weddington, long-time City employee. He noted that he served the City with passion and integrity and will sincerely be missed.

Thanked Duncan Foster for his many years of service to the City and noted that this would be the last City Commission meeting of his tenure. He announced that Deputy Chief Kevin Montagna will be Interim Police Chief until the position is filled, hopefully sometime in March.

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8. City Attorney’s Communication: Extended his condolences to the families of both Dave Baker and Dwight Weddington, noting that they both had great passion for their job and contributed much knowledge to their respective positions.

Wished Police Chief Duncan Foster much happiness in his well-deserved retirement, noting that he will be missed. 9. Motion To Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.

______Josephine Chavez, CRM City Clerk

This meeting was recorded and a tape recording is on file in the Office of the City Clerk for five years pursuant to Florida law and City policy. These minutes are a permanent public record of the City of Coral Springs maintained in the Office of the City Clerk.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission with respect to these matters, he or she must ensure that verbatim record of the proceedings is made. The record should include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

BP: Included in Business Plan CIP: Included in Capital Improvements Program CDBG: Included in Community Development Block Grant CRA: Project reviewed by Community Redevelopment Agency Board CRC: Project reviewed by Construction Review Committee CSAB: Project reviewed by Charter School Advisory Board EDF: Project reviewed by Economic Development Foundation FAC: Project reviewed by Financial Advisory Committee GRN: Green Initiative NEC: Project reviewed by Neighborhood and Environmental Committee NSP: Project reviewed by Neighborhood Stabilization Program PAC: Project reviewed by Public Art Committee SC: Project reviewed by Sports Commission SP: Included in Strategic Plan

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