Coral Springs public meetings in 2024

Coral Springs City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider several ordinances regarding travel budgets, fleet storage, and monument signs. The meeting also includes votes on equipment purchases, park lighting, and a $7.5 million increase to the General Fund.

• Ordinance 2024-118: Aggregate Travel Budget first reading
• Ordinance 2024-121: IRD Fleet Storage regulations first reading
• Ordinance 2024-119: Monument Signs for Corner Lots first reading
• Donation of $22,500 to Public Safety Chaplaincy, Inc.
• Contract for Toro Turf Equipment and Parts not to exceed $300,000 annually

The Commission approved several ordinances regarding travel budgets, fleet storage, and monument signs. They also passed a major operating budget amendment and elected Nancy Metayer Bowen as Vice Mayor.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-118 first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-121 first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-119 first reading (5-0)
• Approved $22,500 donation to Public Safety Chaplaincy, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded contract for Toro Turf Equipment and Parts (5-0)
• Approved Affordable Housing Advisory Committee 2024 Incentive Report (5-0)
• Awarded contract for sports lighting at Riverside and Mullins Parks (5-0)
• Awarded purchase of armored SWAT vests (5-0)

Coral Springs City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will review its 2025 meeting calendar and various board assignments. The workshop also includes discussions on emergency operations in City Hall, ethics, and city protocols.

• Review of the 2025 Meeting Calendar
• Boards, Committees, & Group Assignments
• Emergency Operations in City Hall
• Ethics discussion

The Coral Springs City Commission held a workshop to review the 2025 meeting calendar, liaison assignments, and city protocols. The Commission reached consensus to maintain its current meeting cadence while adjusting two specific dates in the 2025 calendar. Additionally, members agreed to amend Protocol 17 and established a process for sending congratulatory letters to newly and re-elected officials.

Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several ordinances including a $7.5 million increase to the General Fund and changes to legal advertisement rules. The agenda also includes a quasi-judicial hearing for a mixed-use development phase at City Village West and various contract awards.

• Ordinance 2024-120: Amends budget to increase General Fund by $7,500,000 and Capital Improvement Program by $8,291,918
• Ordinance 2024-122: Amends code to allow use of public websites for legal advertisements
• City Village West (Phase 1): Special exception request for mixed-use development along W. Sample Road
• Fire Station #80: Agreement with Advanced Roofing, Inc. for $213,828 to replace HVAC systems
• Conversational AI Software: Contract award to Amelia US, LLC for $283,743

The Commission approved first readings for budget amendments and new website advertisement ordinances. They also approved a special exception for the City Village West mixed-use development with specific conditions regarding fencing and pool hours.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-120 first reading to amend the FY 2024 Operating Budget (Unanimously)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-122 first reading for public website legal advertisements (Unanimously)
• Approved City Village West Phase 1 special exception with fencing and pool hour conditions (Unanimously)
• Approved meeting summaries from October and November 2024 (Unanimously)
• Approved 2025 City Commission meeting schedule (Unanimously)
• Approved Resolution 2024-040 regarding FDOT and sidewalk café agreements (Unanimously)
• Approved Fire Station #80 HVAC system replacement contract with Advanced Roofing, Inc. (Unanimously)
• Approved Conversational AI Software contract with Amelia US, LLC (Unanimously)

Coral Springs Charter School Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is reviewing several compliance matters including school safety requirements and teacher certifications. The meeting also includes reviews of the FY25 salary distribution plan and fourth quarter financials.

• Approval of 2024-2025 Safe School Officer Attestation and Compliance Assurance Form
• Ratification of SY 2024-2025 Alyssa's Alert Vendor Selection Form for mobile panic alert system
• Approval of Citrin Cooperman & Company, LLP as Independent Auditor for year ending June 30, 2024
• Application for Florida Department of Education Computer Science Teacher Certification grant
• Review of FY25 Salary Distribution Plan and Q4 FY24 Financial Review

The Coral Springs Charter School Board of Directors unanimously approved a consent agenda covering state safety compliance forms, an independent auditor selection, a FY25 salary distribution plan, and several instructional policies. The board also accepted the fourth-quarter financial report for fiscal year 2024. These decisions ensure the school meets Florida state safety requirements, maintains independent financial oversight, funds teacher salaries, and tracks quarterly spending.

• Approved safety and security compliance forms for 2024-2025 (Unanimously)
• Selected Citrin Cooperman & Company, LLP as independent auditor (Unanimously)
• Approved FY25 teacher salary distribution plan (Unanimously)
• Accepted Q4 FY24 financial report after board discussion (Unanimously)
• Approved internet safety policy and out-of-field teaching waivers (Unanimously)

Coral Springs City Commission Workshop

The Coral Springs City Commission will conduct interviews for the City Manager position. This workshop is scheduled for October 30, 2024.

• Candidate interviews for the City Manager position

The City Commission interviewed four internal candidates for the City Manager position: Stephen Dyer, Catherine Givens, Bradley McKeone, and John Norris. The Commission announced that a decision regarding the selection of the next City Manager will be made at a Special Meeting following this workshop.

• The Commission announced that the selection of the next City Manager will be decided at the Special Meeting directly following this Workshop.

Coral Springs City Commission Special Meeting

The Coral Springs City Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct the selection of the City Manager. This is the only specific action item listed for the session.

• Selection of the City Manager

The Coral Springs City Commission held a special meeting to select a new City Manager. The Commission voted unanimously to select Catherine Givens for the position.

• Selected Catherine Givens as the City Manager of the City of Coral Springs (Passed Unanimously)

Coral Springs City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider several contracts, including a $5.9 million purchase of Motorola portable radios. Other items include sidewalk improvements, human resource software, and a blood analysis tool.

• $5,000 Neighborhood Partnership Agreement for Cobblestone Walk Homeowner’s Association, Inc.
• Resolution 2024-047: Community Aesthetic Feature Agreement with FDOT for Public Art Utility Box Wraps
• $97,998 contract for Addison Estates Sidewalk Improvements to J & D Concrete Works Corp.
• Renewal of banking services contract with TD Bank, N.A. through December 31, 2028
• $112,580 award for Blood Analysis Tool and Implementation of Deliverables to Henry Schein, Inc.

The Commission approved several consent items including neighborhood agreements, sidewalk improvements, and software contracts. They also authorized a large purchase of Motorola portable radios and approved a resolution regarding municipal boundary changes.

• Approved October meeting summaries (Unanimously)
• Approved $5,000 Neighborhood Partnership Agreement for Cobblestone Walk (Unanimously)
• Approved Resolution 2024-047 for FDOT public art utility box wraps (Unanimously)
• Awarded $97,998 contract for Addison Estates sidewalk improvements to J & D Concrete Works Corp. (Unanimously)
• Renewed banking services contract with TD Bank, N.A. through 2028 (Unanimously)
• Awarded $112,580 blood analysis tool contract to Henry Schein, Inc. (Unanimously)
• Awarded $223,703 human resource software contract to NEOGOV (Unanimously)
• Approved purchase of Motorola APX portable radios up to $5,907,407 (Unanimously)

Coral Springs City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will meet to receive updates on EDO and upcoming events. The discussion includes a teen political forum and a framework regarding long-time residents and businesses.

• EDO Update
• Teen Political Forum Discussion
• Events Update
• Long-Time Resident and Business Framework

The City Commission held a workshop covering economic development, upcoming city events, and the Milestone Recognition Program. The Commission reached consensus to present Shirley Richards, Founder of the Coral Springs Festival of the Arts, with the Key to the City at a future meeting.

• Consensus reached to present Shirley Richards, Founder of the Coral Springs Festival of the Arts, with the Key to the City at a future meeting.

Coral Springs City Commission Retreat

The City Commission will hold a retreat to discuss several city topics. Discussion items include zoning districts, public safety enforcement systems, and commission communications.

• Downtown Mixed-Use (DT-MU) Zoning District discussion
• School Zone Enforcement Speed Detection System and School Bus Infraction Detection System discussion
• Educational Update
• City Manager Follow-Up communication

The commission reviewed city preparations for Hurricane Milton, discussed downtown zoning updates, and heard reports on school zone safety systems and local education. Staff presented options for hiring a new City Manager, and the commission reached consensus to post the vacancy internally. This decision will determine how residents and applicants apply for the role.

• Reached consensus to post City Manager position internally
• Requested follow-up on students affected by Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School rezoning
• Noted staff will schedule Downtown Mixed-Use zoning meetings after receiving consultant renderings

Coral Springs City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review several contracts including a $1.5 million ladder truck and mulch renewals. The agenda also includes the authorization of over $2.6 million in various law enforcement and school resource officer funding.

• Award of Pierce Ladder Truck to Oshkosh Corporation via Ten 8 Fire & Safety for up to $1,529,500
• Authorization of $1,361,315 in Law Enforcement Trust funds for various police and school safety costs
• Purchase of Technical Rescue Training Prop from Safeware, Inc. not to exceed $174,159
• Renewal of mulch contract with East Coast Mulch Corp. estimated at $200,000 annually
• Interlocal Agreement with Broward County for the Master Mobility and Connectivity Plan

The City Commission approved several contracts including a new ladder truck and technical rescue training equipment. The Commission also authorized the use of forfeiture funds for school resource officers and various law enforcement initiatives.

• Approved October 2024 as Hindu Heritage Month and October 31, 2024, as Diwali Festival of Lights
• Approved October 1, 2024 meeting summaries (Unanimously)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Broward County for Master Mobility Plan (Unanimously)
• Renewed contract for mulch with East Coast Mulch Corp. of Jupiter, Florida (Unanimously)
• Renewed Special Magistrate Services agreements (Unanimously)
• Awarded purchase of Technical Rescue Training Prop to Safeware, Inc. (Unanimously)
• Authorized use of $1,361,315 in Law Enforcement Trust and other forfeiture funds (Unanimously)
• Awarded Pierce Ladder Truck purchase to Oshkosh Corporation via Ten 8 Fire & Safety, LLC (Unanimously)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Board of Directors will review a Commercial Enhancement Matching Grant application from Borsa Properties. The meeting also includes updates on incentive programs, special district goals, and downtown development.

• Commercial Enhancement Matching Grant: Borsa Properties application

The board unanimously approved a matching grant of up to $35,000 for Borsa Properties to fund commercial improvements. Members also adopted the special district’s performance standards and authorized an independent annual audit to ensure proper oversight of redevelopment funds. Staff will research state incentive programs and present a final plan at the next meeting.

• Approved up to $35,000 matching grant for Borsa Properties (7-0)
• Adopted special district goals, objectives, and performance standards (7-0)
• Authorized RSM engagement letter for CRA annual audit (7-0)
• Accepted July 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Requested additional state incentive research from staff

Coral Springs City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review several contract awards, including a $4.8 million project for citywide fiber optic network infrastructure. Other items include sidewalk improvements, utility supplies, and site leasing at Lions Park.

• Installation of Citywide Fiber Optic Network Infrastructure: $4,856,197
• N.W. 24th Street Sidewalk Improvements: $145,149.70
• Sodium Hypochlorite purchase: up to $420,000 annually
• Lime Sludge Removal, Hauling and Disposal Services: estimated $315,000 annually
• Lions Park site leasing with Verizon Wireless: $15,300 annual rent

The Commission approved several service contracts, including a $4.8M fiber optic network installation. Other actions included renewing roofing supply contracts and allocating funds for a school resource officer.

• Approved National Community Planning Month proclamation
• Approved National Arts and Humanities Month proclamation
• Approved National Code Compliance Month proclamation
• Approved Fire Prevention Week proclamation
• Recognized Cancer Awareness Month
• Recognized incoming Principal Camille Orr
• Recognized retiring employee William Ray
• Approved Indigenous Peoples' Day proclamation

Coral Springs City Commission Second Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting

The City Commission will conduct public hearings to adopt the 2024-2025 annual operating budget and millage rates. The agenda also includes discussions on increasing water and sewerage service rates and awarding a lighting contract for Forest Hills Park.

• Adoption of Resolution 2024-043 setting a 6.0232 millage rate on tangible personal property and assessed real property
• Adoption of Ordinance 2024-117 for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 annual operating budget and capital improvement program
• Awarding of $343,000 to Imperial Electrical Incorporated for energy efficient lighting at Forest Hills Park
• Adoption of Ordinance 2024-116 to increase sewerage service rates and water rates
• Amendment of the Economic Development Incentive Program via Ordinance 2024-115

The City Commission adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget and capital improvement program, which funds city services including water, sewer, fire, and public safety. Commissioners also approved final millage rates of 6.0232 for property taxes and 0.1778 for debt service. Additional actions included updating financial policies, approving a $343,000 lighting project at Forest Hills Park, and appointing members to several advisory boards.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-043 setting final property tax millage rates at 6.0232 and debt service rate at 0.1778 (Unanimously)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-117 adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget and capital improvement program (Unanimously)
• Awarded $343,000 contract to Imperial Electrical Incorporated for energy-efficient lighting at Forest Hills Park (Unanimously)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-116 amending the Land Development Code to increase sewerage and water rates (Unanimously)
• Approved Resolution 2024-046 updating city financial policies and staff guidelines (Unanimously)
• Adopted the Fiscal Year 2025–2035 Strategic Plan (Unanimously)
• Appointed/reappointed five members to the Economic Development Advisory Committee (4-1)
• Reappointed two members to the Charter School Advisory Board and one to the Unsafe Structures Board (Unanimously)

Coral Springs City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider ordinances regarding economic development incentives and water/sewerage rate increases. The agenda also includes several contract awards for technology, insurance, and public safety services.

• Ordinance 2024-116: Amending Land Development Code to increase sewerage and water rates
• Ordinance 2024-115: Amending the Economic Development Incentive Program
• Museum of Art Relocation: $303,040 award to Wannemacher Jensen Architects, Inc.
• License Plate Readers: $240,000 estimated annual expenditure for Flock Group, Inc.
• Water and Sewer Impact Fees: Resolution 2024-035 regarding residential and non-residential fees

The City Commission approved first readings for ordinances to increase water and sewerage service rates. Additionally, the Commission adopted new residential and non-residential water and wastewater facility impact fees effective January 1, 2025.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-115 on first reading (Unanimously)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-116 on first reading (Unanimously)
• Approved August 28, 2024 meeting summaries (Unanimously)
• Awarded $303,040 to Wannemacher Jensen Architects for museum relocation (Unanimously)
• Authorized Fire Department participation in Medicaid supplemental payment program (Unanimously)
• Approved bill of sale for Coral Springs Waste Transfer Station site improvements (Unanimously)
• Approved agreement with Broward Education Foundation for Kreul Classic (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-035 regarding water and sewer impact fees (Unanimously)

Coral Springs City Commission Joint Workshop with The City of Parkland

The joint workshop includes discussions on Sawgrass entryway enhancements and annexation processes. The agenda also covers a market assessment study and purchase offers regarding the 9.3-acre Heron Bay Club House.

• Sawgrass Entryway Enhancements
• De-Annexation/Annexation process
• 9.3 Acres Heron Bay Club House market assessment study
• 9.3 Acres Heron Bay Club House purchase offers

The joint workshop concluded with commissions authorizing staff to continue due diligence on Sawgrass Expressway entryway enhancements and the de-annexation/annexation of a Parkland-owned 8.5-acre plot within Coral Springs. City attorneys will draft the necessary transfer documents. Commissioners also agreed that Life Time Inc.’s proposal is the best fit for developing the 9.3-acre Heron Bay Club House property.

• Authorized staff to continue due diligence on Sawgrass Expressway entryway enhancements
• Authorized staff to proceed with de-annexation/annexation process for Parkland-owned 8.5-acre plot in Coral Springs
• Directed city attorneys to draft necessary documents for the land transfer agreement
• Selected Life Time Inc.’s proposal as the best fit for the 9.3-acre Heron Bay Club House site

Coral Springs City Commission First Budget Hearing

The City Commission is conducting its first budget hearing to discuss the FY25 annual operating budget and capital improvement program. The meeting includes proposals for various non-ad valorem special assessments and a tentative millage rate. A final public hearing is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

• Resolution 2024-038: FY25 Fire Assessment
• Resolution 2024-039: FY25 Nuisance Abatement Assessment
• Resolution 2024-031: FY25 Solid Waste Assessment
• Resolution 2024-030: FY25 Stormwater Assessment
• Resolution 2024-037: Tentative Operating Millage Rate of 6.0232

The City Commission approved several special assessments and the Fiscal Year 2025 Business Plan. The Commission also adopted a tentative operating millage rate of 6.0232 and approved the first reading of the annual budget ordinance.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-038 for FY25 Fire Assessment (Unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-039 for FY25 Nuisance Abatement Assessment (Unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-031 for FY25 Solid Waste Assessment (Unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-030 for FY25 Stormwater Assessment (Unanimously)
• Adopted Fiscal Year 2025 Business Plan (Unanimously)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-037 establishing a tentative operating millage rate of 6.0232 (Unanimously)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-117 for the FY25 Budget and set second reading for September 18, 2024 (Unanimously)

Coral Springs Charter School Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will review several administrative items including school safety and reading plans. The meeting also includes a request to negotiate a contract with Citron Cooperman for external audit services.

• Approval of the 2024-2025 Charter School Safety and Security Policy
• Approval of the 2024-2025 School Reading Plan
• Negotiation of a contract with Citron Cooperman for external audit services
• Approval of the Teacher Salary Increase Allocation Final Expenditure Report
• Acceptance of Spring 2023-24 school survey results

The Board approved several consent items including the 2024-2025 Safety and Security Policy and the School Reading Plan. Additionally, the Board approved the Teacher Salary Increase Allocation Final Expenditure Report and accepted the Spring 2023-24 school survey results.

• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimously)
• Approved 2024-2025 Charter School Safety and Security Policy (Unanimously)
• Approved 2024-2025 School Reading Plan (Unanimously)
• Approved Teacher Salary Increase Allocation Final Expenditure Report (Unanimously)
• Accepted Spring 2023-24 school survey results (Unanimously)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Directors will meet to discuss the FY2025 Budget and Resolution 24-001. The agenda also includes presentations on incentive programs, capital improvement funding, and a downtown development update.

• Adoption of FY2025 Budget and Resolution 24-001
• Presentation on Potential Incentive Programs
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Funding Opportunities
• Downtown Development Update

The Coral Springs Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) approved the FY24-25 budget via Resolution 2024-001. The board also authorized city staff to proceed with landscaping, lighting, streetscaping, and security enhancement projects up to $250,000. Additionally, the board approved a $35,000 sponsorship agreement with the city for events.

• Approved the June 24, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0).
• Authorized city staff to proceed with landscaping, lighting, streetscaping, and security enhancement projects not to exceed $250,000 (6-0).
• Approved a $35,000 sponsorship agreement with the city for events (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 2024-001 adopting the FY24-25 budget (5-0).

Coral Springs City Commission Retreat

The City Commission will meet for a retreat to review strategic plans and updates. Discussion items include economic development, special event ordinances, and school updates.

• Economic Development Office update and proposed new demolition incentive
• Special Event Ordinance revision
• Strategic Plan and Q3 Strategic Planning reviews
• Proposed 2025 Commission Meeting Calendar
• Commercial and Recreational Vehicles discussion

The Coral Springs City Commission held a retreat on August 28, 2024, covering economic updates, strategic planning, and upcoming city events. The Commission reached consensus to proclaim Florida Climate Week (October 7-13, 2024) and recognize Florida Missing Children’s Day (September 9, 2024). Additionally, the Commission approved a $1,000 travel fund request for Mayor Brook and agreed that Vice Mayor Cerra will serve as the city's representative for the Broward League of Cities’ School Oversight Committee if selected. Staff was directed to draft guidelines for recognizing long-term residents and businesses for future review.

• {'action': 'Proclaim Florida Climate Week', 'details': 'Consensus reached for October 7-13, 2024.'}
• {'action': "Recognize Florida Missing Children's Day", 'details': 'Consensus reached for Monday, September 9, 2024.'}
• {'action': 'Approve Travel Funds Request', 'details': 'Consensus reached to approve Mayor Brook’s request for $1,000.'}
• {'action': 'Designate School Oversight Committee Representative', 'details': 'Consensus reached to have Vice Mayor Cerra serve as the city’s representative for the Broward League of Cities’ School Oversight Committee, if selected.'}
• {'action': 'Direct Staff on Resident/Business Recognition', 'details': 'Consensus reached to allow staff to draft guidelines for recognizing long-term residents, businesses, and additional accomplishments for future workshop review.'}

Coral Springs City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider a gas station expansion for Costco on Coral Ridge Drive and parking reductions for Chabad of SW Coral Springs. Other items include street improvement grants, police vehicle accessory renewals, and adjustments to administrative fees.

• Costco Gas Station expansion at 4621-4631 Coral Ridge Drive
• Parking reduction request for Chabad of SW Coral Springs at 11325-11339 W. Atlantic Boulevard
• Grant applications for Royal Palm Boulevard and Wyndham Circle intersection projects totaling $760,029.96
• Renewal of emergency vehicle accessory purchase with an annual expenditure not to exceed $165,000
• Economic Development Incentive Program grant of up to $50,000 for EV's Coastal Italian, LLC

The Commission approved several land use modifications for a Costco gas station expansion and a parking reduction for Chabad of SW Coral Springs. Additional approvals included grant applications for road projects, police vehicle accessory renewals, and updated administrative fee schedules.

• Approved Costco gas station conditional use modification (Unanimously)
• Approved Costco gas station special exception modification (Unanimously)
• Approved Chabad of SW Coral Springs special exception modification (Unanimously)
• Approved August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimously)
• Approved CSLIP grant applications for Royal Palm Boulevard and Wyndham Circle (Unanimously)
• Renewed agreement for police vehicle accessories through July 14, 2029 (Unanimously)
• Approved and adopted Resolution 2024-032 regarding administrative and user fees (Unanimously)
• Awarded Economic Development Incentive Program Grant to EV's Coastal Italian, LLC (Unanimously)