Davie public meetings in 2023
51 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning & Zoning Board
The Davie Planning & Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on three development applications: a site plan for Big Whiskey's at 4599 South University Drive, and a plat and site plan for The Nest on Southwest 70th Avenue. The board will also discuss amendments to the Regional Activity Center policy, Future Land Use and Housing Elements, and a wireless telecommunications code amendment. Public comments and suggestions are also on the agenda.
- Site Plan SP23-110 for Big Whiskey's at 4599 South University Drive
- Plat P22-079 for The Nest, east of Southwest 70th Avenue, north of North Stillwater Drive
- Site Plan SP22-080 for The Nest, same location
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment LA-TXT22-196 (Regional Activity Center, Future Land Use, Housing Elements)
- Land Development Code Amendment ZBTXT23-108 (Wireless Telecommunications)
Special Magistrate
The Town of Davie's Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on December 5, 2023, to address dozens of code enforcement cases, including contested matters, non-compliance reviews, building department violations, business tax receipt issues, and citations. Cases involve property maintenance, permits, landscaping, and nuisance issues across the town. The agenda is largely procedural, listing cases for formal hearings and non-compliance reviews.
- Case #23-050637: Howard Rosenberg, 3661 W State Road 84 #1-3 (junked, wrecked, abandoned property)
- Case #23-066165: PRISA II DAVIE SC LLC and ACC Group d/b/a Champion Zone Fitness, 4677 S University Drive (vibration violation)
- Case #23-099568: Warren Henry Real Estate LLC, 4645 SW 148 Avenue (specific prohibitions)
- Case #23-102282: Five in One Investments LLC, S Flaming Road (minimum standards for maintenance of premises)
- Case #23-104121: H&M Gelt LLC, 2780 SW 116 Avenue (Citation #1950) (waste, weeds, debris; lien on property)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will review minutes from the August 24, 2023, meeting. The board will also discuss ongoing tasks including the Heritage Marker Program and a Historic Resource Survey.
- Approval of August 24, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion of Davie Pioneers tasks
- Heritage Marker Program updates
- Historic Resource Survey status
- Volunteer Recognition
Special Magistrate
The Davie Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on November 14, 2023, to address numerous code enforcement cases, including contested matters, non-compliance issues, building department cases, business tax receipt delinquencies, and citations. Most cases involve property maintenance, permits, and zoning violations. The agenda is largely procedural, listing cases for review.
- Case #17-041141: Lakeside Village of Davie Property Owner’s Assoc. Inc., 6950 Griffin Road (tree abuse, landscape standards)
- Case #21-002767: AB First Real Estate Holdings LLC, 5337 Orange Drive (non-permitted uses, site plan modification)
- Case #23-097838: RaceTrac Inc, 2855 Davie Road (nuisance/eyesore)
- Case #2023-0107: Randy R. Rodriguez, 6950 Stirling Road (building safety inspection)
- Case #2023-0112: Habibi Hookah Inc., 8320 W State Road 84 (business tax receipt delinquency)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will consider development applications for The Oaks of Davie and Live Oak Estates. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend special planning areas for the Griffin Corridor and Regional Activity Center.
- Site Plan (SP20-034) for The Oaks of Davie at 1275 Southwest 130th Avenue
- Site Plan (SP19-162) for Live Oak Estates at 15250 Southwest 20th Street
- Vacation (VA20-041) for Live Oak Estates at 15250 Southwest 20th Street
- Ordinance to amend Special Planning Areas: Griffin Corridor and Regional Activity Center
Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee
The Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from October 16, 2023, and to hear presentations from Florida Atlantic University on a biodigester system and hemp cultivation. The meeting also includes time for committee comments and public comments. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Presentation on biodigester system by Dr. Dan Meeroff, FAU
- Presentation on hemp cultivation by Dr. Zachary Brym, FAU (virtual)
Public Art Advisory Committee
The committee will review updates regarding the Utility Box Wrap Program and the Horse Sculpture Open Call. Members will also discuss a new significant sculpture for Town Hall.
- Utility Box Wrap Program update
- Horse Sculpture Open Call update
- Town Hall Significant Sculpture discussion
Budget Advisory Committee
The Davie Budget Advisory Committee is meeting to receive an investment management update, approve prior minutes, and discuss old business including the Sunrise acquisition, FY24 budget, and an external auditor RFP. New business includes scheduling a discussion on the Town of Davie Golf Course for the next meeting on January 22, 2024. The agenda is largely procedural with updates and scheduling items.
- Investment Management Update by David Witthohn
- Sunrise Acquisition Update
- FY 24 Budget Update
- External Auditor RFP Update
- Town of Davie Golf Course discussion scheduled for January 22, 2024
Budget Advisory Committee
The Budget Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 23, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is now scheduled for January 22, 2024.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting January 22, 2024
Youth Education & Safety Advisory Committee
The Youth Education and Safety Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering the pledge, roll call, approval of July minutes, and scheduling. The only substantive item is an update on the Little Free Library program.
- Approval of July 17, 2023 meeting minutes
- Little Free Library update
Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee
The Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee will select winners for the 2023 Sustainability Awards from three nominations, receive an update on agricultural historic markers, and discuss a biodigester system for community use and hemp cultivation. The meeting also includes approval of the June 8, 2023 minutes and public comments.
- Sustainability Awards winner selection from nominations: Maurer Family, NSU Professor Manuel Salinas, Lillian Ortiz
- Update on Agricultural Historic Markers
- Discussion of biodigester system applications for community use
- Discussion of hemp cultivation
- Approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Board
The Board will conduct quasi-judicial proceedings regarding several development applications. These include site plans and special permits for Acorn Storage and multiple requests for the Marigold project.
- Site Plan (SP19-242) Acorn Storage near University Drive and Davie Road Extension
- Special Permit (SE19-244) Acorn Storage
- Rezoning (ZB22-082) Marigold on the east side of Pine Island Road
- Multiple variances (V22-083, V22-084, V22-085) for Marigold
- Plat (P22-086) and Site Plan (SP22-087) for Marigold
Special Magistrate
The Special Magistrate will conduct formal hearings regarding various code compliance matters. These include contested cases involving building permits, property maintenance, and municipal violations.
- Formal hearings for building permit and non-permitted use cases at 4250 SW 74 Avenue and 4421 SW 73 Terrace
- Hearings regarding junked, wrecked, or abandoned property at 3661 W State Road 84 #1-3
- Code enforcement cases for overgrowth, litter, and sidewalk obstructions at multiple locations
- Building Department cases regarding unsafe structures and demolition orders at 14000 SW 14 Street
- Citations for maintenance of rights-of-way, waste, and bulk trash
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on two tabled development applications for Midtown Davie, located at the northwest corner of Orange Drive and Southwest 61st Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings. No other substantive items are listed.
- Plat application P21-090 for Midtown Davie, tabled from July 11, 2023
- Site plan application SP21-089 for Midtown Davie, tabled from July 11, 2023
- Approval of minutes from July 11 and August 8, 2023 meetings
Special Magistrate
The Special Magistrate issued several Final Orders and imposed financial liens on properties for building, landscaping, and maintenance violations. Some cases were continued to future dates, while others were canceled or dismissed without prejudice.
- Imposed $42,500 lien on 2045 SW 127 Avenue LLC for code violations
- Imposed $33,500 lien on Raymond J Lozinski (11301 SW 49 Place) for code violations
- Imposed $14,500 lien on 2300 SW 130 Avenue LLC for overgrowth
- Imposed $8,500 lien on BD University LLC (5999 S University Drive) for litter and nuisance
- Imposed $2,500 lien and approved abatement for Charley Bitterman (5770 SW 38 Court)
- Issued Final Order for Cat Logistic Residential LLC to comply with code within 30 days ($350 fee)
- Issued Final Order for Christian A Cervantes to comply with code within 30 days ($350 fee)
- Issued Final Order for Griffin Commerce Center Inc. to comply within 30 days ($250 fee)
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Utility Box Wrap Program and review a draft call for a horse sculpture. They will also consider items for the next agenda, including a Town Hall significant sculpture project. The meeting is primarily for discussion and planning, with no final decisions expected.
- Utility Box Wrap Program update
- Draft Call for Horse Sculpture
- Town Hall Significant Sculpture Project for future agenda
- Approval of July 5, 2023 minutes
Historic Preservation Board
The Davie Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve the July 27, 2023 minutes, discuss old and new business, and review the 2023 goals and the 2023-2024 calendar. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of July 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of 2023 goals (document: TOD_HP_BROCHURE_2023.PDF)
- Review of 2023-2024 calendar
The Board approved the minutes from the July 27, 2023 meeting. Staff provided a report on 2023 goals and requirements under the Certified Local Government Agreement with the State.
- Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Davie Planning & Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on four development applications, including the tabled Midtown Davie plat and site plan at Orange Drive and Southwest 61st Avenue. The board will also consider site plans for AB First Real Estate at 5337 Orange Drive and Davie Industrial Center at 3055 Burris Road. Old business includes a Land Development Code amendment on community residences and recovery communities. The meeting is a regular agenda with public comment and possible board action.
- Plat P21-090 and Site Plan SP21-089 for Midtown Davie, tabled from 07-11-23, at northwest corner of Orange Drive and Southwest 61st Avenue
- Site Plan SP21-340 for AB First Real Estate at 5337 Orange Drive
- Site Plan SP22-133 for Davie Industrial Center at 3055 Burris Road
- Land Development Code Amendment ZBT-TXT23-066 on community residences and recovery communities
- Approval of revised May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
The Board approved a site plan for an industrial park at 3055 Burris Road and a site plan for an office building at 5337 Orange Drive. Applications for the Midtown Davie project were tabled. A presentation was given regarding proposed land development code amendments for community residences.
- Approved revised May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Tabled Midtown Davie Plat (P21-090) and Site Plan (SP21-089) to September 12, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved site plan SP21-340 for AB First Real Estate at 5337 Orange Drive (4-0)
- Approved site plan SP22-133 for Davie Industrial Center at 3055 Burris Road with two staff recommendations regarding right-of-way and signal timing (4-0)
Special Magistrate
The provided document is a notice and agenda for a Special Magistrate hearing. It lists cases for contested matters, non-compliance, building permits, business tax receipts, and citations, but does not record any decisions or outcomes.
Historic Preservation Board
The Davie Historic Preservation Board will meet to approve minutes, receive an update on the Historic Resource Survey, and consider nominees for Pioneer Day 2023. The board will also set its meeting schedule for 2023/24. No public hearings or major decisions are listed.
- Historic Resource Survey update
- Pioneer Day 2023 nominees review
- Approval of April 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Meeting schedule for 2023/24
The Board approved the minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting. Staff provided an update on the Historic Resources Survey and discussed nominations for Pioneer Day 2023.
- Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
Budget Advisory Committee
The Budget Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 24, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 26, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for October 26, 2023
Youth Education & Safety Advisory Committee
The Youth Education and Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on Waterford Park improvements and a Broward County Public Schools update, and to approve minutes from April. Reports on the Mayor's Scholarship and Little Free Library will also be given. The meeting is largely informational with no voting items listed.
- Presentation on Waterford Park Improvements by Public Works and Parks directors
- Broward County Public Schools update by Armando Arana
- Approval of April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
- Mayor's Scholarship Update report
- Little Free Library Update report
Special Magistrate
The Special Magistrate issued several final orders for code violations, including building permits, landscaping, and safety inspections. One property owner received a significant lien for 304 days of non-compliance. Multiple other cases were continued to future dates or canceled due to compliance.
- Issued $122,100 lien to Luke Thomas Amoresano for 304 days of non-compliance (Case #22-029284)
- Ordered Zabella Corp and Didier Desrouleaux to vacate property within 9 days and clean it within 23 days; assessed $350 fee
- Ordered MHC Everglades Lake LLC to comply with 40-50 year inspection report within 30 days; assessed $350 fee
- Ordered Michael Caruso and Gina Ragusa to comply with exterior maintenance and health/safety codes within 30 days; assessed $350 fee
- Ordered Moussa Gerges and Essam Edwar to comply with landscape standards within 14 days; assessed $350 fee
- Ordered Sherry Lee Keeney to comply with exterior maintenance standards within 14 days; assessed $350 fee
- Dismissed nuisance case against Five Star Marketing & Promotions, Inc. and Southern Comfort Holdings Group LLC
- Assessed $125 total fees each for IH6 Property Florida L P and Christopher Perez for overgrowth citations
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board approved the site plan and special permit for a car wash development on State Road 84. Additionally, the Board tabled two applications regarding Midtown Davie until August 8, 2023.
- Approved site plan SP22-062 for KC Express Car Wash (4-0)
- Approved special permit SE22-063 for KC Express Car Wash outdoor vacuum stations (4-0)
- Tabled Plat P21-090 for Midtown Davie to August 8, 2023 (4-0)
- Tabled Site Plan SP21-089 for Midtown Davie to August 8, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to review artist submissions for utility box wraps and discuss a draft call for a horse sculpture. They will also consider a park tour request and approve prior meeting minutes. The meeting is open to the public and includes time for comments.
- Review of open call artists for Utility Box Wraps
- Draft call for Horse Sculpture
- Park Tour Request under old business
- Approval of April 17, 2023 minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for August 21, 2023
The Public Art Advisory Committee selected 18 artwork submissions and 4 alternates for the utility box wrap project. The committee also designated specific locations for each of the 18 selected wraps. Both recommendations were unanimously passed to be presented to the Town Council.
- Approved minutes from April 17, 2022 (unanimous)
- Recommended 18 artwork submissions and 4 alternates for utility box wraps to Town Council (unanimous)
- Recommended specific locations for each of the 18 wrapped boxes (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Davie Planning & Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on development applications, including a plat and site plan for Midtown Davie and a rezoning, special permit, variances, and site plan for Our Lady of Victory. The board will also approve minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting. These are decisions or discussions on land-use requests.
- Plat (P21-090) and Site Plan (SP21-089) for Midtown Davie at northwest corner of Orange Drive and SW 61st Avenue
- Rezoning (ZB21-366) for Our Lady of Victory at northwest corner of Flamingo Road and SW 26th Street
- Special Permit (SE21-365) for Our Lady of Victory
- Three variances (V21-363, V21-364, V22-222) for Our Lady of Victory
- Site Plan (SP21-368) for Our Lady of Victory
The board approved the meeting minutes from May 9, 2023. At the applicant's request, the plat and site plan for Midtown Davie were tabled until July 11, 2023. The board held a discussion regarding several applications for Our Lady of Victory, but no final decision was recorded in the minutes.
- Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Tabled Midtown Davie Plat P21-090 to July 11, 2023 (6-0)
- Tabled Midtown Davie Site Plan SP21-089 to July 11, 2023 (6-0)
Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee
The Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss old business items, including the Davie Gardens Matter Day, gardening classes, and agricultural historic markers. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new ordinances, contracts, or public hearings listed.
- Approval of April 6, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Davie Gardens Matter Day
- Discussion of gardening classes
- Discussion of agricultural historic markers
The committee recommended that the Town Council consider installing 10 historic markers along the Linear Park Trail to honor the town's agricultural heritage. If approved, the committee will research implementation details, draft a plan, and fundraise for the costs. The committee also received updates on the upcoming Gardens Matter Day and gardening classes.
- Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended Town Council consider installation of 10 historic markers along Linear Park Trail (4-0)
Special Magistrate
The Special Magistrate adjudicated various code compliance cases, issuing one significant lien and several cost recovery fees. Multiple cases were continued to future dates or cancelled, while others were resolved through settlement or consent agreements.
- Issued $8,700.00 lien to Hanan Azran (11206 SW 22 Court) for building permit violation
- Granted settlement agreements for Wolf Lake Homes LLC (4631-4635 and 4701 SW 73 Avenue)
- Approved Consent Agreement for Pedro Luis Fiallo with $250.00 cost recovery fee
- Approved Consent Agreement for H&W of Florida LLC with $150.00 cost recovery fee
- Dismissed case for 5000 Davie LLC with $400.00 cost recovery fee
- Issued Final Order to H&M Gelt LLC with $350.00 recovery fee and 30-day compliance window
- Assessed $125.00 total fee to Daniel and Michelle Fonticiella for unpaid bulk trash citation
- Assessed $150.00 total fee to Austin Hogan for unpaid illegal dumping citation
Planning & Zoning Board
The Davie Planning & Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on four development applications, including two variances and two site plans, and a public hearing on a Land Development Code amendment regarding mobile home definitions. The board will also approve minutes from the April 11 meeting and receive ethics training.
- Variance V23-009 at 9232 Arborwood Circle
- Variance V23-030 (Laino) west of SW 53rd Avenue, north of SW 42nd Street
- Variance V22-228 and Site Plan SP22-128 for AIMS Power at 5355 SW 76 Avenue (tabled from 04-11-23)
- Site Plan SP22-148 for Shops at Stirling Place, 6755-6999 Stirling Road
- Land Development Code Amendment - Mobile Home Definitions (public hearing)
The Board approved a variance for a deck at 9232 Arborwood Circle. A second variance request for a single-family home at a property in the Laino area was discussed, with several residents voicing concerns regarding neighborhood safety and the potential for a group home, though no final decision was recorded in the text.
- Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved Variance V23-009 for a deck at 9232 Arborwood Circle (6-0)
Special Magistrate
The Special Magistrate issued several liens for non-compliance with town codes, including a $52,500 lien against Target Corporation. Two properties were ordered to achieve compliance within specific timeframes, and multiple other cases were continued or cancelled.
- Issued $52,500 lien against Target Corporation for landscape maintenance violation
- Issued $16,400 lien against Lurdes C. Rivero for building permit, tax receipt, and nuisance violations
- Issued $4,500 lien against H&M Gelt LLC for noise and parking violations
- Issued $1,500 lien against 13751 Pine Meadow Ct LLC for general nuisance violation
- Ordered Russell Frank Sassani to comply with Town Code section 13-17 within 10 days and paid $350 fee
- Ordered PR Centro At Davie Apartments to comply with Town Code sections 6-37, 6-38, and 12-33(U) within 90 days and paid $350 fee
- Case #22-018220 (Prestige Maintenance and Contracting LLC) withdrawn
- Case #23-029963 (Hanan Azran) bulk trash citation paid
Historic Preservation Board
The Davie Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve minutes from January 26, 2023, and receive an update on the Historic Resources Survey. The board will also discuss plans for National Historic Preservation Month in May 2023, Pioneer Day in October 2023, and its 2023 meeting schedule. No votes on specific projects or funding are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of January 26, 2023 meeting minutes
- Update on Historic Resources Survey
- Discussion of National Historic Preservation Month – May 2023
- Discussion of Pioneer Day – October 2023
- Review of 2023 meeting schedule
The board approved the minutes from the January 26, 2023 meeting. Staff provided a draft of the Historic Resources Survey for member review and shared updates regarding National Historic Preservation Month and Pioneer Day.
- Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
Public Art Advisory Committee
The committee approved meeting minutes from December 2022 and January 2023. Members received updates on the Utility Box Wrap Program and discussed the upcoming process for ten painted horse sculptures.
- Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Youth Education & Safety Advisory Committee
The Youth Education and Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to judge entries for a Water Safety Poster Contest and receive updates on the Little Free Library, a bicycle safety event, and the Mayor's Scholarship. The agenda is mostly routine reports and contest judging, with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Water Safety Poster Contest Judging
- Little Free Library Update
- Bicycle Safety Event Recap
- Mayor's Scholarship Update
- Approval of January 9, 2023 minutes
Special Magistrate
The Special Magistrate issued several final orders for code compliance regarding building and engineering permits. One business had its vacation rental activities suspended for 180 days, and multiple cases were continued to future dates.
- Suspended all vacation rental activities for H & M Gelt LLC for 180 days and imposed a $5,000 lien and $500 recovery fee
- Issued Final Order for Daniel Secu to achieve compliance within 45 days
- Issued Final Order for Morgan Conroy and Eric Schmit to remove pipes by May 11, 2023, and obtain permit by June 14, 2023 ($250 fee)
- Issued Final Order for Marilyn G Conroy and Morgan E Conroy to remove pipes by May 11, 2023, and obtain permit by June 14, 2023 ($250 fee)
- Issued Final Order for Yaniel Express Corporation to achieve compliance within 14 to 60 days ($350 fee)
- Issued Final Order for BD University LLC to achieve compliance within 30 days ($250 fee)
- Issued Final Order for Badirah Alzakaraneh and Maqsood Khan to achieve compliance within 60 days
- Continued cases for Davie Lands Development Group LLC, Yonit Sapir, and others to May 9, 2023
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on development applications, including variances, plats, and site plans for The Davis South and El-Ad Plaza, and will consider tabling two AIMS Power applications. The board will also hold public hearings on three legislative amendments: a comprehensive plan change for residential density, an alcoholic extended hours license code change, and rural lifestyle regulations. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, chair selection, and approval of minutes.
- Variance (V23-029), Plat (P21-152), and Site Plan (SP21-153) for The Davis South, located northwest corner of Davie Road and SW 37 Street
- Plat (P22-104) and Site Plan (SP22-105) for El-Ad Plaza, 4801-4999 South State Road 7
- AIMS Power variance (V22-228) and site plan (SP22-128) requested to be tabled to May 9, 2023
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment (LA-TXT23-011) on TOC Residential Density Distribution
- Land Development Code Amendments: Alcoholic Extended Hours License (ZBTXT23-015) and Rural Lifestyle Regulations (ZBTXT23-019)
The Planning & Zoning Board approved site plans and plats for 'The Davis South' and 'The District' developments. The board also approved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding Transit Oriented Corridor density and eliminated certain retail restrictions to align with Broward County plans.
- Approved Variance V23-029, Plat P21-152, and Site Plan SP21-153 for The Davis South (5-0)
- Approved Plat P22-104 and Site Plan SP22-105 for El-Ad Plaza/The District (5-0)
- Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment LA-TXT23-011 for TOC Residential Density Distribution (5-0)
- Tabled AIMS Power Variance V22-228 and Site Plan SP22-128 to May 9, 2023 (5-0)
- Elected David Donzella as Chair (5-0)
- Elected Michael Crowley as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee
The Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to select a chair and vice chair, approve January minutes, and discuss old and new business. Items include rescheduling the July meeting, Davie Gardens Matter Day, Sol Smart, gardening classes, historic preservation markers, and Broward Water Matters Day 2023. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Selection of chair and vice chair
- Approval of January 5, 2023 meeting minutes
- Rescheduling July 2023 meeting (revised calendar attached)
- Davie Gardens Matter Day and Sol Smart discussion
- Broward Water Matters Day 2023
The committee appointed Eric Swalley as Chair and Jeremy Wehby as Vice Chair. The board approved the minutes from the January 5, 2023 meeting and discussed upcoming community events and gardening classes.
- Appointed Eric Swalley as Chair (4-0)
- Appointed Jeremy Wehby as Vice Chair (4-0)
- Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Special Magistrate
The Town of Davie's Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on March 14, 2023, to address code compliance cases, including building permits, health and safety violations, litter, overgrowth, and vacation rental registration. The agenda includes contested formal hearings, uncontested cases, business tax receipt delinquency, and a citation for a vehicle tag violation.
- Case #22-060664: Sobe Builders LLC, 14000 SW 14 Street, building permit required (continued from Jan 10, 2023)
- Case #23-008158: Rebecca Eichler and Dynasty Group Holdings Inc., 5151 SW 61 Street, health, safety and welfare
- Case #23-008466: Tropic Oil Company LLC, 6391 Stirling Road, litter, nuisance, graffiti
- Case #23-009545: Aroma Davie LLC, 8501 Orange Drive, overgrowth, nuisance
- Case #2022-0112: Sweet Love Pastries LLC, 6678 Stirling Road, business tax receipt delinquency (continued from Feb 7, 2023)
The Special Magistrate issued final orders for three properties to resolve code violations, including building permits and nuisance issues. Several other cases were continued to future dates or withdrawn without prejudice.
- Case #22-060664 (Sobe Builders LLC): Final Order to comply with Town Code Section 5-1 within 30 days and pay $350.00 cost recovery fee
- Case #23-008466 (Tropic Oil Company LLC): Final Order via Consent Agreement to comply with Town Code Sections 9-51(A), 6-38(A)(1), 6-44 and 12-33(U) with $150.00 recovery fee
- Case #23-009545 (Aroma Davie LLC): Final Order via Consent Agreement to comply with Town Code Sections 9-51(B), 6-38 and 12-33(U) within 5 days with $250.00 recovery fee
- Case #23-008158 (Rebecca Eichler and Dynasty Group Holdings Inc.): Continued to May 9, 2023
- Case #2022-0112 (Sweet Love Pastries LLC): Continued to April 11, 2023
- Case #23-010845 (Gloria S. Perdomo Vasquez): Withdrawn without prejudice
- Case #22-092711 (Dux Dunn and Vanya Chopra): Withdrawn without prejudice
- Case #23-009604 (Elizabeth Huneke): Withdrawn without prejudice
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 13, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2023. No other business is on the agenda.
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold public hearings on two proposed Land Development Code amendments: one on extended-hours alcoholic beverage licenses and another on rural lifestyle regulations. The board also will approve minutes from its February 7 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.
- Public hearing on Land Development Code Amendment ZBTXT23-015, Alcoholic Extended Hours License
- Public hearing on Land Development Code Amendment ZBTXT23-019, Rural Lifestyle Regulations
- Approval of February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board meeting scheduled for March 7, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Special Magistrate
The Davie Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on February 28, 2023, to address code enforcement cases involving property maintenance, permits, and nuisances. The agenda includes contested hearings, uncontested cases, and non-compliance items, with several cases continued from prior dates. Most cases involve alleged violations such as tree abuse, lack of permits, litter, and noise.
- Case #17-041141: Lakeside Village of Davie Property Owner's Assoc. Inc., 6950 Griffin Road — tree abuse and landscape standards violation (continued)
- Case #22-084951: Gator Carriage Partners LTD and Davie Marketplace, LLC, 6401-6497 Stirling Road — building permit and site plan modification (continued)
- Case #22-107375: Nicholas A. Cardullo and Denise Goodsmith, 8581 SW 19 Street — maximum permissible sound levels and noise nuisance
- Case #23-001353: Willard L. Nobel and Grace L. Bellingham, 8601 SW 18 Street — dog attack, license, and rabies vaccination
- Case #18-054554: Target Corporation, 5800 S University Drive — landscape maintenance (continued)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Davie Planning & Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on four development applications: a site plan for the SFWMD Field Station at 2535 Davie Road, a site plan for Zona Village Parking Lot 2 at 6321 Southwest 39 Court, a variance and site plan for AIMS Power at 5355 Southwest 76 Avenue, and a vacation of right-of-way for NSU Family Center at 7600 Southwest 36 Street. The board will also approve minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.
- Site Plan (SP21-189) SFWMD Field Station, 2535 Davie Road
- Site Plan (SP22-125) Zona Village Parking Lot 2, 6321 Southwest 39 Court
- Variance (V22-228) AIMS Power, 5355 Southwest 76 Avenue
- Site Plan (SP22-128) AIMS Power, 5355 Southwest 76 Avenue
- Vacation of Right of Way (VA22-193) NSU Family Center, 7600 Southwest 36 Street
The Board denied a site plan for a 36-space parking lot at Zona Village. They approved a building addition for the SFWMD Field Station and a right-of-way vacation for the NSU Family Center. A proposal for an AIMS Power office/warehouse was tabled.
- Approved site plan SP21-180 for 10,368-sf addition to SFWMD Field Station (6-0)
- Denied site plan SP22-125 for 36-space Zona Village parking lot (5-1)
- Approved right-of-way vacation VA22-193 for NSU Family Center (6-0)
- Tabled variance V22-228 and site plan SP22-128 for AIMS Power (6-0)
- Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
Special Magistrate
The Davie Special Magistrate will hold formal hearings on contested code enforcement cases, including building permit violations, nuisances, and business tax receipt issues. The agenda also includes uncontested cases and business tax receipt delinquency hearings. Most items are continuations from prior meetings.
- Case #22-037669: Golgas LLC and Chevron, 4450 S Pine Island Road (building permit required)
- Case #22-094889: Nob Hill 595 LLC DBA Monro Muffler Brake, 1124 SW 101 Road (trash, overgrowth, nuisance)
- Case #23-000783: Fanny Veronica Mederos, 5730 SW 38 Court (abandoned property, non-permitted uses)
- Case #2022-0092: True American Vanlines Inc., 5397 Orange Drive Suite 201 (business tax receipt)
- Case #18-054554: Target Corporation, 5800 S University Drive (landscape maintenance)
The Special Magistrate issued several final orders requiring property owners to resolve code violations, including building permits and nuisance issues. One property owner was issued a code enforcement lien totaling $4,500. Several other cases were continued or cancelled.
- Issued $4,500 lien to H&M Gelt LLC for noise and parking violations
- Ordered Golgas LLC and Chevron to comply with building permit codes within 90 days ($250 fee)
- Ordered Yanisbet Perez Hernandez to resolve permit and nuisance issues within 14 days ($250 fee)
- Ordered Rosemarie Goria-Hernandez and Rafael Hernandez Lora to comply with permit codes within 14 days ($250 fee)
- Ordered Nob Hill 595 LLC (Monro Muffler Brake, Inc.) to resolve trash and nuisance issues within 30 days ($350 fee)
- Ordered Nissim and Anat Atash to comply with building permit codes within 30 days ($250 fee)
- Ordered Fanny Veronica Mederos and El-Ad Broward Plaza LLC to remain in compliance ($150 fee each)
- Ordered Meredith L. and James S. Steel to remain in compliance regarding dog attack violation ($150 fee)
Historic Preservation Board
The Davie Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear presentations on the 90th anniversary of the Wray Home at Flamingo Gardens and the 50th anniversary of Flamingo Elementary, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes updates on the Historic Resources Survey and Pioneer Day. New business covers the Certified Local Government annual report and heritage markers. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no votes on specific projects or funding.
- Presentation: 90th anniversary of Wray Home at Flamingo Gardens
- Presentation: 50th anniversary of Flamingo Elementary
- Update: Historic Resources Survey
- Update: Pioneer Day
- Discussion: Certified Local Government annual report and heritage markers
The Board approved the minutes from the July 28, 2022 meeting. Members received presentations on the anniversaries of the Wray Home and Flamingo Elementary School, and were notified that the Town remains in good standing with the State regarding its Certified Local Government annual report.
- Approved July 28, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
Budget Advisory Committee
The Budget Advisory Committee will review updates on the Sunrise acquisition and FY 23 budget, then discuss the FY 2024 budget process and calendar. They will also consider selecting an external auditor. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Sunrise Acquisition Update
- FY 23 Budget Update
- FY 2024 Budget Process and Calendar
- External Auditor Services Selection
- Approval of October 27, 2022 minutes and Annual Report 2022
The committee approved the minutes from the October 27, 2022 meeting and the 2022 Annual Report. Members received updates regarding the Sunrise acquisition and the first FY 2023 budget amendment.
- Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Annual Report 2022 (unanimous voice vote)
Special Magistrate
The Davie Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on January 24, 2023, to address code enforcement cases, including contested matters, building department issues, non-compliance, vacation rentals, and citations. Most cases are continuations from previous hearings and involve alleged violations such as missing permits, overgrowth, and nuisance conditions. The meeting is open to the public and includes a pledge of allegiance and call of cases.
- Case #22-005116: Daniel Secu, 11091 SW 28 Court – engineering/building permits, storage, overgrowth (continued)
- Case #22-018220: Prestige Maintenance and Contracting LLC, 4313 Davie Road – business tax receipt, building permit, trash removal (continued)
- Case #22-052804: MNS Davie LLC, 6553 Stirling Road – building permit, waste/debris, nuisance (continued)
- Case #22-056050: RC5475 LLC, 5355 SW 76 Avenue – tree removal permit, clearing/grubbing, site plan (continued)
- Case #2022-0021: Katia T. Traikos, 3681 SW 60 Avenue – 40/50 year safety inspection (continued)
The Special Magistrate issued several final orders and consent agreements for building and zoning violations. Two significant liens were imposed for non-compliance, and multiple cases were continued to future dates.
- Imposed $30,500 lien on Five Star Marketing & Promotions, Inc. and Southern Comfort Holdings Group LLC (Case #22-092311)
- Imposed $6,450 lien on Mario and Lisa Arce for unsafe structure and nuisance (Case #22-042556)
- Issued Final Order for MNS Davie LLC to comply with Town Code within 30 days plus $250 fee (Case #22-052804)
- Issued Final Order for Walter B. Mears FAM REV LIV TR to comply within 14 days plus $250 fee (Case #22-086344)
- Issued Final Order for Richard Seixas to comply with specific sections within 60 days plus $250 fee (Case #22-093309)
- Issued Final Order for Manuel Alejandro Said and Lisandra Hernandez to comply within 7-60 days plus $250 fee (Case #22-093656)
- Ordered Katia T. Traikos to comply with 40/50 year safety inspection within 60 days plus $350 fee (Case #2022-0021)
- Ordered Florencio and Olga Rodriguez to comply with vacation rental registration within 30 days (Case #22-102850)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board meeting scheduled for January 10, 2023, is cancelled because there are no items to present. This is a procedural cancellation notice with no decisions or discussions on the agenda.
Special Magistrate
The Davie Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on January 10, 2023, to address code enforcement cases, including contested matters, business tax receipt violations, non-compliance, and citations. Most cases involve property maintenance issues like unpermitted work, overgrowth, and nuisance conditions, with several continued from prior hearings. The agenda is primarily enforcement-focused, with no new policy or budget items.
- Case #21-002767: AB First Real Estate Holdings LLC, 5337 Orange Drive (non-permitted uses, site plan modification)
- Case #22-056390: Essam and Brenda Harmer Fam, 2350 SW 106 Way (night sky regulations, building permit)
- Case #22-094889: Nob Hill 595 LLC, Monro Muffler Brake, 1124 SW 101 Road (trash, overgrowth, exterior standards)
- Case #2022-0095: Z N Beauty Salon Corp., d/b/a Bombshell Dry Bar, 4900 S University Drive (business tax receipt)
- Case #22-092722: 6030 SW 58th LLC, 6140 SW 57 Place (vacation rental registration)
The Special Magistrate issued one Final Order with a Consent Agreement and dismissed two cases to existing Final Orders. Most other code compliance cases were continued to future dates or remained open.
- Issued Final Order and Consent Agreement for 2602 SW 122 Avenue; assessed $250.00 cost recovery fee
- Dismissed case for 11400 Orange Drive to the Final Order
- Dismissed case for 6140 SW 57 Place to the Final Order
- Continued case #21-002767 to May 9, 2023, and assessed $50.00 fee
- Continued case #22-056390 to February 28, 2023
- Continued case #22-060664 to March 14, 2023
- Continued case #22-071939 to February 28, 2023
- Canceled case #2022-0095 for Z N Beauty Salon Corp.
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to review public art projects for fiscal year 2023/2024, receive a new member packet, and discuss an open call to artists for utility box wraps. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or decisions listed.
- New Committee Member Packet presentation
- Public Art Projects Fiscal Year 2023/2024 report
- Public Art Project List report
- Open Call to Artists – Utility Box Wraps discussion
The Public Art Advisory Committee established the theme and artist criteria for a project to wrap 18 utility boxes. The committee unanimously approved edits to the draft for the open call to artists.
- Approved edits for the Draft Call to Artists (unanimous voice vote)
- Selected 'What Davie Means To You' as the theme for utility box wraps
- Determined artist call will target local professionals and amateurs in Broward, Palm Beach, Monroe, and Dade Counties
Youth Education & Safety Advisory Committee
The Youth Education and Safety Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on the Amazon Affiliate Program and committee endowment balance, and discuss participation in a bicycle safety event and a water safety poster contest. Items for the next agenda include contest judging, a bicycle safety event report, and the Mayor's Scholarship.
- Approval of minutes from October 18, 2022
- Amazon Affiliate Program update
- Committee endowment balance report
- Bicycle Safety Event participation discussion
- Water Safety Poster Contest discussion
The Youth Education and Safety Advisory Committee approved the theme for the 2023 Water Safety Poster Contest. Members also discussed an upcoming bicycle safety event and the current committee endowment balance.
- Approved minutes of the October 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Selected 'Swim Smart' as the theme for the 2023 Water Safety Poster Contest (unanimous)
Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee
The Agricultural and Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including clarification of Gardens Matter Day, the 2023 calendar, future agriculture initiatives, horses and fireworks, the Orange Blossom Festival, and a clean energy review. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no final decisions expected.
- Gardens Matter Day clarification
- 2023 calendar for June/July
- Future in Davie agriculture continuation
- Horses and fireworks discussion
- Clean energy review
The committee approved a recommendation for the Town to become Sol Smart Certified and agreed to have a presence at the Orange Blossom festival to survey residents on small-scale agriculture. A proposal to install permanent signage discouraging fireworks near livestock was denied.
- Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved AEAC presence and small-scale agriculture survey at Orange Blossom Town booth (4-0)
- Denied recommendation for permanent signage at Town gateways and horse crossings to discourage fireworks (2-2)
- Approved recommendation for the Town to be Sol Smart Certified (4-0)