Margate public meetings in 2021

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 28, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 14, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

Community Redevelopment Agency

The MCRA will review 60% design development plans for the Margate Boulevard crosswalk and landscape improvements project. The board is also scheduled to consider a tenant rent concession and the 2022 meeting schedule. Additionally, the Executive Director will provide updates on Ace Plaza and Chevy Chase rent rolls.

• 60% design development plans for Margate Boulevard crosswalk and landscape improvements
• Approval of the 2022 MCRA meeting schedule
• Discussion regarding a tenant rent concession
• Tenant updates for Ace Plaza and Chevy Chase rent rolls

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider a $110,000 settlement regarding a claim against the city. The meeting also includes a discussion on increasing bulk trash collection from three to six days per week. Additionally, commissioners will review a potential ballot question for the election of Mayor.

• $110,000 settlement of Hardley Gracia's claim against the City
• Request by Republic Services to change bulk collection from three to six days per week
• Addition of a Public Safety Communications Manager position
• Reclassification of a Telecommunication Specialist position
• Discussion regarding an election of Mayor ballot question

Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District

The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District Board is reviewing several resolutions. These include amending the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget and authorizing a new Certified Nursing Assistant position for the Adult Day Care Center. The board will also consider two five-year agreements with Meals on Wheels South Florida to provide nutritional meals.

• Resolution to amend the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget
• Authorization of a new Certified Nursing Assistant position for the Adult Day Care Center
• Five-year agreement with Meals on Wheels South Florida for Adult Day Care meals
• Five-year agreement with Meals on Wheels South Florida for Senior Center meals

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review an appeal regarding administrative decisions for site plan requirements for Abundant Life. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from July 14, 2021, and September 1, 2020.

• Appeal of administrative decision regarding site plan requirements for Abundant Life
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2021, and September 1, 2020

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider an ordinance amending the city's land use regulations. The proposal specifically addresses requirements for underground wiring under Section 31-2.

• Ordinance ID 2021-500: Amendment to Chapter 31 regarding underground wiring requirements

Civil Service Board - Special Meeting

The Civil Service Board is holding a special meeting to address new business. The board will hear an appeal regarding the termination of Maria Moresco under ID 2021-480.

• Appeal of termination for Maria Moresco (ID 2021-480)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will swear in Mayor Antonio V. Arserio and Vice Mayor Anthony N. Caggiano. The agenda also includes a resolution for commissioner retirement plan contributions and discussions regarding the Police Chief's status and a merit increase for City Manager Cale Curtis.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Antonio V. Arserio and Vice Mayor Anthony N. Caggiano
• Resolution 2021-487: Commissioner retirement plan contributions and budget amendment
• Discussion on merit increase for City Manager Cale Curtis
• Discussion on Police Chief status

Employee Benefits Trust Fund

The Employee Benefits Trust Fund will consider approving new applicants and renewals for benefits. The board will also receive an investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting regarding Q3 2021. Additionally, trustees will process recent invoices.

• Investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting
• Approval of new benefit applicants
• Approval of benefit renewals
• Processing of invoices since the last meeting
• Approval of September 16, 2021, meeting minutes

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing applications for the Springdale Village project located at 7870 Margate Boulevard. The items include a request to change the land use designation from commercial recreation to residential and a rezoning request from recreational to multiple dwelling.

• Land use plan amendment for Springdale Village to change from commercial recreation to R(10) residential
• Rezoning request for 7870 Margate Boulevard from recreational (S-1) to multiple dwelling (R-3)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will conduct elections for the positions of Mayor and Vice Mayor. The meeting includes a second reading of an ordinance to amend the 2021 and 2022 fiscal year budgets. Officials will also consider a regional agreement for fire, rescue, and EMS response.

• Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Ordinance amending FY 2021 and FY 2022 budgets
• Regional interlocal agreement for fire, rescue, and EMS response
• Discussion regarding Florida Retirement System for elected officers
• Proposed merit increase for the City Clerk

Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District

The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District Board will review resolutions regarding several service contracts. These include programs for adult daycare, support services funding, and coordinated transportation.

• Resolution approving Broward County referral rate agreement for adult daycare services
• Resolution to accept funding from Areawide Council on Aging of Broward County for support services
• Resolution approving Broward County agreement for Agency Coordinated Transportation (ACT) services
• Approval of September 22, 2021, meeting minutes

Civil Service Board

The City of Margate Civil Service Board meeting scheduled for November 16, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No business was scheduled for discussion or decision.

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review real estate transactions and annual budgets. The board will consider a contract for the sale of 6030 Northwest 9th Street and potential sales of properties on North State Road 7 and Northwest 15th Street. Additionally, members will discuss hurricane protection for agency-owned shopping plazas.

• Contract approval for property at 6030 Northwest 9th Street
• Amendments to fiscal year 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 annual budgets
• Proposed sale of properties at 1491 North State Road 7 and 5750 N.W. 15th Street
• Feasibility assessment for Atlantic Boulevard wall extension
• Discussion on hurricane protection for MCRA-owned shopping plazas

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing applications for a restaurant with a drive-through facility. The items include a site plan, a special exception use request, and a subdivision resurvey.

• Site plan consideration for a restaurant with drive-through (ID 2021-431)
• Special exception use request for a restaurant with drive-through lane (ID 2021-462)
• Subdivision resurvey to allow a restaurant with drive-through lane (ID 2021-464)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider a first reading of an ordinance to amend the fiscal year 2021 and 2022 budgets. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding special events funding for Junior Achievement. Additionally, the commission will recognize local students and teachers and present a Diwali proclamation.

• First reading of ordinance amending FY 2021 and FY 2022 budgets
• Discussion regarding special events funding for Junior Achievement
• Recognition of Students and Teachers of the Month from local schools
• Proclamation for Diwali Festival of Lights Day
• Approval of September and October 2021 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 2, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment

The City of Margate Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for November 2, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing two items regarding an existing Dunkin Donuts at 7300 Royal Palm Boulevard. The committee will consider a special exception use and a site plan to permit drive-through facilities.

• Special exception use for drive-through facilities (ID 2021-401)
• Site plan for drive-through construction (ID 2021-447)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review a temporary use permit for the Broward County Fair at 1000 North State Road 7. The agenda also includes reviewing federal grant fund distributions and a donation request from Women in Distress of Broward County, Inc.

• Approval of $348,691.00 in surplus federal funds for Broward County
• Temporary use permit for the Broward County Fair at 1000 North State Road 7
• License agreement for management of Covered Athletic Field Property
• Amendment to interlocal agreement for solid waste disposal services with Broward County
• Donation request from Women in Distress of Broward County, Inc.

Civil Service Board

The City of Margate Civil Service Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 19, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate CRA is reviewing several development and maintenance items. These include streetscape improvement plans for SW 6th Street and a design/build contract for Serino Park. The board will also consider lease amendments and temporary use agreements for local events.

• Design/build contract for Serino Park renovations not to exceed $1,265,000
• Conceptual plans for SW 6th Street streetscape improvements project
• Lease amendment for Margate Blvd. Hardware Store, Inc. at 5833B, 5841, and 5861 Margate Boulevard
• License agreement for the operation of the Covered Athletic Field property
• Temporary use agreement for a Christmas tree sale at 1423 North State Road 7

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider an application to change the occupancy of a space from business to assembly. This change would permit a place of worship within the Royal Palm Court Shopping Center at 7452 Royal Palm Boulevard.

• Change of occupancy from business to assembly for a place of worship (ID 2021-352)
• Proposed location: 7452 Royal Palm Boulevard

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review resolutions regarding a new 135,000 square foot warehouse and distribution center at 5301 West Copans Road. The agenda also includes a subdivision resurvey for the Firstgate Commerce Center and an amendment to allow industrial use on the Sherman Plat. Additionally, the commission will recognize local students and teachers.

• Underground wiring waiver for 135,000 square feet of warehousing at 5301 West Copans Road
• Subdivision resurvey for 'Firstgate Commerce Center' at 5301 Copans Road
• Plat note amendment to allow industrial use on the Sherman Plat
• Appointment of a member to the Margate Planning & Zoning Board
• Recognition of Students and Teachers of the Month

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 5, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment

The City of Margate Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for October 5, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Special City Commission Meeting

The Margate City Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially take action regarding an investigation into an employee complaint. The remainder of the agenda consists only of procedural opening ceremonies.

• Discussion and possible action regarding an investigation of an employee complaint

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Commission Budget Hearing

The City Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding the proposed budget and millage rate for fiscal year 2021/2022. The agenda includes a resolution to approve a total millage rate of 7.7145 mills. Additionally, the commission will hold a second reading for an ordinance to adopt the city's operating budget.

• Public hearing on proposed millage rate and budget
• Resolution approving a 7.7145 millage rate for FY 2021/2022
• Proposed operating millage rate of 7.1171, which is 5.67% above the rolled-back rate
• Second reading of ordinance to adopt the city's operating budget

Regular City Commission Meeting

The meeting includes employee recognition and a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month. The Commission will also review grant agreements for Winfield Park and Coral Gate Park. Additionally, the agenda features items regarding affordable housing and the national prescription opiate litigation settlement.

• 2% base wage adjustment for non-bargained personnel
• $50,000 grants for Winfield Park and Coral Gate Park
• $1,346,018 contribution from the Margate Community Redevelopment Agency
• $300,000 annual purchase of liquid coagulant
• National prescription opiate litigation settlement agreement

Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District

The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District Board is meeting to approve the budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes from the September 1, 2021, meeting and an executive director's report.

• Approval of fiscal year 2021-2022 budget (Resolution ID 2021-394)
• Approval of September 1, 2021, meeting minutes
• Executive Director's Report

Civil Service Board

The City of Margate Civil Service Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 21, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Employee Benefits Trust Fund

The Employee Benefits Trust Fund will review an investment performance update from Graystone Consulting. The board will also discuss death benefit notification processes and a motion regarding the transfer of City firefighters to Coconut Creek.

• Investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting
• Approval of meeting minutes dated June 17, 2021
• Processing of recent invoices including KSDT and ABC CoM
• Discussion on the process for notification of death benefits
• Motion regarding the transfer of City firefighters to Coconut Creek

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several applications for the Chabad Hebrew Academy located at 1500 North State Road 7. Proposals include a site plan to expand the second floor by approximately 21,000 square feet and a special exception use to expand the existing school. The committee will also consider an amendment regarding church use and an underground wiring waiver.

• Special exception use to expand existing private school at 1500 North State Road 7
• Site plan for a 21,000 square foot second-floor expansion and first-floor remodel
• Plat note amendment to allow church use as an accessory use
• Underground wiring waiver related to the academy expansion

City Commission Budget Hearing

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the tentative budget and proposed millage rate for fiscal year 2021/2022. The agenda includes resolutions to approve a millage rate of 7.7145 mills and adopt a tentative budget. A first reading of an ordinance to officially adopt the operating budget is also scheduled.

• Proposed millage rate of 7.7145 mills, including .5974 for debt service
• Proposed operating millage rate of 7.1171, which is 5.67% higher than the roll-back rate
• Adoption of a tentative budget for fiscal year 2021/2022
• First reading of an ordinance to adopt the city's operating budget through September 30, 2022

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will consider the fiscal year 2021-2022 annual budget. The board will also review contract amendments for maintenance services and interlocal agreements. The meeting includes tenant updates for Chevy Chase Plaza and Ace Plaza.

• Approval of the FY 2021-2022 annual budget resolution
• Purchase of fitness court equipment from National Fitness Campaign, LLC up to $114,265.00
• Second amendment to the interlocal agreement between the City of Margate and the CRA
• Second amendment to the M & M Lawn Care, LLC agreement for additional maintenance services

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider proposals for a new warehouse distribution facility at 5301 West Copans Road. The items include a subdivision resurvey and a plat note amendment to allow for industrial use on the property. The board will also review minutes from earlier 2021 meetings.

• Subdivision resurvey for a 135,000 square foot warehouse facility at 5301 West Copans Road
• Plat note amendment to add 135,000 square feet of industrial use on Parcel B
• Approval of minutes from February 2, April 6, and June 1, 2021

Board of Adjustment

The City of Margate Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Margate City Commission will review an ordinance to align local towing and storage rates with Broward County standards. The meeting also includes a contract extension for J & J Towing, Inc. and discussions regarding the Calypso Cove Aquatics Facility.

• Ordinance amending city code to adopt Broward County towing and vehicle storage rates
• Contract extension and amendment with J & J Towing, Inc. for towing and wrecker services
• Interlocal agreement with Broward County for a water conservation incentives program
• Discussion regarding the Calypso Cove Aquatics Facility
• Funding request from United Way of Broward County for the Reading Pals program

Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District

The Board will discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget for the Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District. The agenda also includes resolutions to approve an AARP Foundation agreement and a rate increase for supplemental nursing staff.

• Approval of AARP SCSEP agreement starting September 1, 2021
• Rate increase for temporary nursing staff via CSI-Catalano's Nurses Registry, Inc.
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget
• Approval of June 16, 2021, meeting minutes

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Margate City Commission is reviewing several items including the acquisition of new fire department vehicles and a solid waste franchise agreement. The meeting also includes a public hearing on rezoning 603 Melaleuca Drive for medical use. Additionally, the commission will consider updates to towing regulations and funding for school resource officers.

• Acquisition of an E-ONE HP 75 Aerial fire truck not to exceed $1,023,527
• Acquisition of a custom wheeled coach rescue vehicle not to exceed $349,937.62
• Rezoning of 603 Melaleuca Drive for medical rights
• Funding for four School Resource Officers at local elementary and middle schools
• Ordinance updating towing rates and regulations

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 24, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled

Community Redevelopment Agency Special Meeting

The Margate CRA will discuss a possible action regarding Broward County Fair, Inc. The agenda includes reviewing an event application and a temporary use agreement. The board will also review correspondence concerning a cease and desist letter and its withdrawal.

• Event application for Broward County Fair, Inc.
• Review of temporary use agreement
• Review of cease and desist letter and its withdrawal

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider a first reading of an ordinance for a solid waste and recycling franchise agreement effective February 2022. The agenda also includes awarding contracts for citywide lawn and athletic field maintenance services. Additionally, the commission will review amendments to landscaping irrigation requirements.

• First reading of an ordinance for a solid waste and recycling franchise agreement through 2029
• Awarding of RFP 2021-005 for citywide lawn and athletic field maintenance services
• Amendment to landscaping regulations regarding irrigation conservation measures
• Presentation of the 10th Annual Academic Scholarships

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing amendments to the 2020-2021 fiscal year budget. These include transferring $161,000 for stormwater improvements at Chevy Chase Plaza and $60,000 for the Sports Complex covered field project. The board will also discuss the proposed budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.

• Transfer of $161,000 for Chevy Chase Plaza stormwater improvements
• Transfer of $60,000 for Sports Complex covered field project improvements
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 MCRA budget
• Approval of July 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency Special Meeting

This special meeting is dedicated to a closed shade session. The board will discuss the litigation involving New Urban Communities, L.L.C. and the Margate CRA. No other public agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Closed shade session regarding New Urban Communities, L.L.C. v. Margate CRA

Planning and Zoning Board

The City of Margate Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for August 10, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were listed for this meeting.

Board of Adjustment

The City of Margate Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 10, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several land use and development applications. These include a site plan for Oriole Park, an industrial subdivision on Copans Road, and restaurant developments on West Atlantic Boulevard.

• Site plan for the redevelopment of Oriole Park at 7870 Margate Boulevard
• Subdivision and addition of 135,000 square feet of industrial use at 5301 Copans Road
• Change of occupancy for a house of worship at 1100 South State Road 7
• Restaurant with drive-through facility applications at 5555 West Atlantic Boulevard

Community Redevelopment Agency Special Meeting

The Margate CRA will discuss and potentially take action on an application to host the 2021 Broward County Fair. This item includes reviewing a temporary use agreement for the event on MCRA property.

• Consideration of holding the 2021 Broward County Fair on MCRA property (ID 2021-331)
• Review of an event application and temporary use agreement

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider applications regarding the redevelopment of Centennial Park and land use changes for the Margate Executive Golf Course. These items include a site plan application and requests for rezoning and land use amendments.

• Site plan application for the redevelopment of Centennial Park at 7800 NW 19th Court
• Rezoning request for Margate Executive Golf Course from Recreational (S-1) to Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Land use plan amendment for Margate Executive Golf Course from Commercial Recreation to R(10) Residential

City Commission Budget Workshop

The Margate City Commission is conducting a workshop regarding the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. The meeting includes a presentation of the proposed budget.

• Presentation of the FY 2021-2022 proposed budget

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing ordinances related to floodplain management and water/sewer backflow prevention inspections. The meeting also includes a resolution to approve new inspection fees and the appointment of an interim city attorney. Additionally, the commission will recognize 4th of July parade winners and employees for years of service.

• Ordinance amending floodplain management for accessory structures and manufactured homes
• Ordinance regarding water and sewer backflow prevention inspections
• Resolution to approve fees for cross-connection control/backflow prevention
• Resolution appointing Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman, P.L. as interim city attorney
• Presentation of 4th of July parade winners and employee service recognition

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider an amendment to the Sherman Plat. The proposal involves subdividing Tract A into two parcels and adding 135,000 square feet of industrial use to Parcel B.

• Reconsideration of plat note amendment for 5301 Copans Road
• Subdivision of Tract A into Parcels 'A' and 'B'
• Addition of 135,000 square feet of industrial use on Parcel B

Community Redevelopment Agency

The MCRA will consider the fiscal year 2021-2022 annual budget. The board will also discuss signage for a sports field and stone column options for the Atlantic Boulevard wall. Additionally, they will review a temporary use agreement for a Boy Scouts of America event.

• Approval of FY 2021-2022 annual MCRA budget
• Temporary Use Agreement with Boy Scouts of America - Sawgrass District
• Stone column options for Atlantic Boulevard wall
• Signage options for covered sports field structure
• Tenant rent roll updates for Chevy Chase Plaza and Ace Plaza

Special City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to consider a resolution regarding a separation agreement and general release between the City of Margate and City Attorney Janette Smith. This is the single substantive item on the special meeting agenda.

• Resolution 2021-310: Approving a separation agreement and general release for Janette Smith

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding Fire Rescue assessments and community development grants. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances for floodplain management and water backflow prevention. Several resolutions concerning worker's compensation settlements and rental inspection fees are also up for consideration.

• Reimposing Fire Rescue assessments for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2021
• Worker's compensation settlement with Andrew Armenis in the amount of $220,000
• Contract award to Butler Group of South Florida for crossing guard services at $17.89 per hour
• Ordinance amending floodplain management rules for accessory structures in flood hazard areas
• Amended fee schedule for the residential rental unit inspection program

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 6, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment

The City of Margate Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for July 6, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 22, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

Employee Benefits Trust Fund

The Employee Benefits Trust Fund will review an investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting. The board will also consider approving new accounting services and closing a Wells Fargo bank account.

• Investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting
• Motion to approve an additional signer for Morgan Stanley
• New contract with Michael P. Mangan C.P.A., P.A. for accounting and bookkeeping services
• Acceptance of KSDT CPA’s letter of engagement for the year ending May 31, 2021
• Motion to close a Wells Fargo bank account

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review several resolutions, including funding for a school resource officer at Liberty Elementary School. The agenda also includes a request to waive bidding for an 800MHz repeater and antenna system installation. Additionally, the commission will consider utility easements on State Road 7 and a fee waiver for local baseball.

• Bidding waiver for radio equipment purchase not to exceed $125,000
• Partial funding for one School Resource Officer at Liberty Elementary School
• Fee waiver up to $1,842 for 8U Margate Legacy Travel Baseball
• Acceptance of utility and access easements at 750 S State Rd 7

Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District

The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District Board is considering several resolutions regarding service agreements and funding. These items include programs for senior training, transportation services, and energy assistance. The Board will also review health care reimbursement rates and equipment orders.

• Agreement with Areawide Council on Aging for UNIPER pilot program funding
• New compensation rate schedule for health care services from ILS
• Local Services Program funding for transportation services
• Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP) agreement
• Konica Minolta agreements for copy machines

Civil Service Board

The City of Margate Civil Service Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 15, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss a wayfinding signage program involving the Sports Complex, David Park, and Winfield Blvd. The board will also review tenant rent rolls for Ace Plaza and Chevy Chase Plaza.

• Wayfinding signage program discussion
• Ace Plaza tenant updates
• Chevy Chase Plaza tenant updates
• Approval of May 12, 2021 meeting minutes

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing a site plan for new construction at 5203-5231 Coconut Creek Parkway. The proposed project, identified as Marquesa, would consist of 220 multifamily units.

• Site plan consideration for the 220-unit Marquesa multifamily development
• Project location: 5203-5231 Coconut Creek Parkway

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will attend a workshop featuring a presentation regarding the BSO Fire Rescue merger. The agenda also includes a report from the City Manager concerning the merger.

• BSO presentation on Fire Rescue merger (ID 2021-251)
• City Manager report on the merger

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Commission will consider a contract for police body cameras and upgraded Tasers. The meeting also includes discussions on fire rescue assessment rates and utility easements.

• $1,499,996.30 agreement with Axon Enterprises Inc. for police equipment
• Fire rescue assessment rate establishment for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2021
• Utility and access easements at 5510-5550 West Copans Road
• Presentation on the 2021 City of Margate Community Survey

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is considering a rezoning application for 603 Melaleuca Drive. The request seeks to change the property from one-family (R-1) and multiple dwelling (R-3) districts to a community facility (CF-1) district.

• Rezoning of 603 Melaleuca Drive from R-1/R-3 to CF-1
• Application by Margate Care for Hero’s, LLC

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 1, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No business was scheduled for discussion or decision.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission Workshop scheduled for May 26, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included a BSO presentation regarding a fire rescue merger.

• BSO presentation on fire rescue merger (canceled)

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 25, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review a proposal to award garbage and recycling services to Republic Services of Florida, Limited Partnership. The agenda also includes change orders for the Vinson Park Bond Project and an extension for city-wide lawn maintenance services.

• Awarding garbage and recycling collection services RFP 2021-004 to Republic Services of Florida, Limited Partnership
• Approving change orders for the Vinson Park Bond Project in amounts of $669,422 and $94,896.85
• Extending city-wide lawn maintenance services for six months
• Supporting the distribution of $348,691.00 in federal JAG-C funds to Broward County
• Waiving rental and labor fees up to $450 at Charley Katz Community Center

Board of Adjustment Special Meeting

The Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting for procedural purposes. The agenda includes a swearing-in and the election of a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary.

• Swearing-in of members
• Election of Chairperson (ID 2021-231)
• Election of Vice Chairperson (ID 2021-232)
• Election of Secretary (ID 2021-233)

Planning and Zoning Board - Special Meeting

The Margate Planning and Zoning Board is holding a special meeting for procedural business. The agenda includes swearing-in members and electing a new Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary.

• Swearing-in of members
• Election of Chairperson (ID 2021-228)
• Election of Vice Chairperson (ID 2021-229)
• Election of Secretary (ID 2021-230)

Boards Workshop

The Planning & Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment will hold a workshop regarding board member orientation. The agenda includes presentations on the rules of order and procedure for both boards.

• Board member orientation presentation (ID 2021-226)
• Presentation on Board of Adjustment rules of order and procedure
• Presentation on Planning & Zoning Board rules of order and procedure

Community Redevelopment Agency

The MCRA is considering resolutions to reinstate several matching grant programs for facades, landscaping, and new businesses. The board will also review a budget transfer of $27,000 for David Park improvements and the purchase of the Covered Athletic Field Facility property from the City of Margate.

• Purchase agreement for the Covered Athletic Field Facility property
• $27,000 budget transfer to Community Center-David Park Improvements
• Awarding architecture services agreements to four firms
• Reinstatement of Commercial Façade Improvement Matching Grant Program
• Amendment to M & M Lawn Services, LLC agreement for maintenance

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 11, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 4, 2021, has been canceled. The agenda included a rezoning request (ID 2021-186) for 603 Melaleuca Drive.

• Cancellation of the May 4, 2021, Planning and Zoning Board meeting

Board of Adjustment

The City of Margate Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 4, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for April 27, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will review proposed changes to construction operating hours and noise control regulations. The agenda also includes updates to fee schedules for parks, recreation, and building permits.

• Ordinance amending construction hours of operation and noise control
• Ordinance regulating the towing of vehicles from private property
• Resolution authorizing beer, wine, and wine smoothies at Calypso Cove Aquatic Facility
• Approval of a new fee schedule for Parks and Recreation facilities and programs
• Donation of $5,000 to The Florida Police Chief’s Education and Research Foundation

Civil Service Board

The City of Margate Civil Service Board meeting scheduled for April 20, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing several business incentives and service agreements. The agenda includes amending a grant for Culver's of Margate, LLC and authorizing new architectural and engineering contracts. The board will also consider property acquisition and rent reductions for local tenants.

• Awarding engineering consulting agreements to four firms
• Amending the Culver's of Margate, LLC incentive grant at 5510 West Copans Road
• Authorizing negotiations for architectural services contracts
• Releasing revised matching grant programs for facade and landscaping improvements
• Acquisition of real property located at 1303 North State Road 7

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for April 13, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider several ordinances, including a new program for inspecting residential rental units and updates to permit fees. The agenda also includes payments for undergrounding utility lines near Fire Station #57 and discussions regarding bulk pickup timing.

• Proposed ordinance creating a Residential Rental Unit Inspection Program
• Ordinance amending the schedule of permit fees
• Payment of $60,099.17 to FPL and $16,750.00 to Viking Utility Services for undergrounding lines near Fire Station #58
• Resolution opposing Florida House Bill 1129 and Senate Bill 1678 regarding tort claim limits
• Discussion on the allowed time for bulk pickup items at the curb

Board of Adjustment

The City of Margate Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for April 6, 2021, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The remaining text consists of procedural boilerplate regarding public hearings and appeals.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider an ordinance regarding design standards for the Recreational Vehicle Resort Park District. The proposal includes provisions for decorative features on individual RV sites.

• Ordinance 2021-132: Amending design standards for RV resort park sites to allow decorative features

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for March 23, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission Workshop scheduled for March 18, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider an emergency ordinance regarding virtual public meetings during health emergencies. The agenda also includes resolutions opposing state legislation that would preempt local regulation of vacation rentals and home-based businesses.

• Emergency Ordinance 2021-106 for virtual public meetings
• Resolution opposing state preemption of vacation rental regulations
• Resolution opposing state preemption of home-based business regulations
• Vehicle parts contract award to Parts Authority, LLC and IEH Auto Parts, LLC
• Rental fee waiver at Oriole Park (not to exceed $710)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board is meeting to approve several past meeting minutes and consider the appointment of a fifth board member. The proposed appointment would cover a term from April 16, 2021, to April 15, 2023.

• Appointment of a fifth Civil Service Board member for a two-year term
• Approval of minutes from meetings held between April 2017 and September 2020

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on adopting new building design guidelines for the redevelopment area. The board will also discuss a proposal for a Central Business District design and authorize negotiations for engineering services. Additionally, the agency will review its annual auditor's report and an amended property management agreement.

• Approval of MCRA Building Design Guidelines
• Proposal for a Central Business District design
• Amended agreement with Advanced Asset Management, Inc. for property management
• Authorization to negotiate engineering services agreements
• Acceptance of the FY 2020 independent auditor's report

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a plat note amendment for Abundant Life Christian Centre, Inc. The proposal seeks to expand school use and eliminate church use at 1490 Banks Road.

• Plat note amendment (ID 2021-085) for 1490 Banks Road

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider a request for FDOT mobility improvements on SW 11th Street and a water meter agreement for Celebration Pointe. The agenda also includes approving a mutual aid agreement with the Florida Division of Emergency Management. Presentations will recognize local students, teachers, and Women's History Month.

• Award of design services bid up to $254,540 for 901 Administration Building
• Requesting FDOT mobility improvements on SW 11th Street from State Road 7 to SW 49th Terrace
• Remetering agreement with Celebration Pointe LLC at 5555 Celebration Pointe Lane
• Statewide mutual aid agreement with Florida Division of Emergency Management
• Acceptance of the FY 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 2, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 2, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is considering an amendment to subdivide Tract A of the Sherman Plat into two parcels. The proposal includes adding 135,000 square feet of industrial use to Parcel B. This project is located at the northwest corner of Copans Road and Banks Road.

• Amendment to subdivide Tract A of the Sherman Plat into Parcels 'A' and 'B'
• Addition of 135,000 square feet of industrial use on Parcel B

Employee Benefits Trust Fund

The Board will consider approving an institutional service agreement with Graystone Consulting and review an investment performance update. Trustees will also vote to accept the May 31, 2020 audit from KSDT CPA and approve various professional invoices. Additionally, the board will discuss the start time for future meetings.

• Approval of Graystone Consulting’s Institutional Service Agreement
• Acceptance of KSDT CPA May 31, 2020 audit
• Approval of invoices from Mierzwa & Floyd, P.A.
• Approval of invoices from Anchor Benefits Consulting, Inc.
• Review of EBTF meeting start times

Regular City Commission Meeting

The Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a special exception use for Clutch Coffee, which includes a drive-through, in the TOC-G Gateway Zoning District. The agenda also includes a resolution to expand city sponsorship of registration fees for residents in recreation sports leagues through fiscal year 2021.

• Special exception use for Clutch Coffee with drive-through at 5300 Coconut Creek Parkway
• Expansion of city sponsorship for resident recreation sports league registration fees
• License agreement between the City and Redevelopment Agency for debris staging
• Plant and tree donation from the Fields Family
• Dog park plant donation from Home Depot Store #0258

Civil Service Board

The City of Margate Civil Service Board meeting scheduled for February 16, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate CRA is reviewing a license agreement for debris staging on CRA property. The board will also consider professional consulting services for the Serino Park Project and discuss wayfinding signage and common area maintenance.

• License agreement for debris staging between the City of Margate and the CRA
• Task order for Craven, Thompson & Associates, Inc. regarding Serino Park Project
• Wayfinding signage program implementation and RFP issuance
• Common area maintenance for Chevy Chase and Ace Plaza

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate's Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 9, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

• No items were scheduled for this meeting.

City Commission Workshop

The Margate City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and potentially take action regarding code compliance item ID 2021-052. The meeting is scheduled to be held virtually via Zoom.

• Code compliance discussion (ID 2021-052)

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing an emergency ordinance to authorize remote meeting technology during a declared public health emergency. The agenda also includes a resolution to amend the 2021 meeting schedule and several community presentations.

• Emergency Ordinance 2021-051 regarding virtual meetings
• Resolution 2021-040 amending 2021 meeting dates
• African American History Month proclamation
• Student and Teacher of the Month presentations

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is discussing a $1,000,000 grant application for improvements to Oriole Park. The board will also consider a special exception use request for a drive-through coffee shop at 5300 Coconut Creek Parkway.

• $1,000,000 LWCF grant application for Oriole Park improvements
• Special exception use for a coffee shop with drive-through at 5300 Coconut Creek Parkway

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 2, 2021, has been canceled. This cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing an ordinance to establish a Residential Landlord Registration Program. The agenda also includes a change order up to $160,097 for the East Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade and an agreement regarding Winfield Boulevard improvements. Additionally, staff will present updates on parks bond projects and a city code re-write project.

• First reading of ordinance for a Residential Landlord Registration Program
• Change order up to $160,097 for East Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade
• Interlocal agreement for Winfield Boulevard improvements
• Update on Parks and Recreation Bond Projects
• Introduction to the City Code Re-write Project

Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District

The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District Board is reviewing a resolution to approve an agreement with the Areawide Council on Aging of Broward County, Inc. This agreement involves accepting iN2L-Pilot Program funding to provide training and support services for seniors through November 30, 2021.

• Approval of November 18, 2020, meeting minutes
• Resolution to approve agreement JB8311F-08-2021 with Areawide Council on Aging of Broward County, Inc. for senior training and support services

Development Review Committee

The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for January 26, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Employee Benefits Trust Fund

The Employee Benefits Trust Fund will meet to elect new officers and finalize 2020 benefit applications. The agenda also includes reviewing an invoice from Mierzwa & Floyd, P.A. and an investment update from Graystone Consulting.

• Election of officers
• Final approval of 2020 benefit applications
• Approval of invoice from Mierzwa & Floyd, P.A.
• Investment performance update from Graystone Consulting
• Approval of November 19, 2020, meeting minutes

Regular City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several resolutions, including a collective bargaining agreement with the Federation of Public Employees. The meeting also includes updates to the transportation system surtax and the city's home purchase program. Additionally, the commission will recognize local students, teachers, and holiday decorating contest winners.

• Tower site license agreement at 5400 NW 15th Street
• Collective bargaining agreement with Federation of Public Employees
• Home Purchase and Rehabilitation Program policy amendment
• Transportation System Surtax Interlocal Agreement update

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will consider an appeal regarding the Driver Engineer promotional exam. The agenda also includes scheduled periods for public and general discussion.

• Appeal of Driver Engineer promotional exam (ID 2021-007)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing architectural design guidelines for the district. The board will also consider property conveyance for Winfield Boulevard improvements and budget adjustments for the Covered Sports Field project.

• Interlocal agreement for Winfield Boulevard improvements
• Change orders totaling $66,150 for the Covered Sports Field project
• Budget transfer of $66,150 to the Covered Sports Field account
• 90-day contract extensions for three consulting firms
• Presentation on architectural design guidelines for the CRA district

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a request for a special exception at 5300 Coconut Creek Parkway. The application seeks to allow a coffee shop with a drive-through facility in a transit-oriented corridor zone.

• Special exception for a coffee shop with a drive-through (ID 2020-460) at 5300 Coconut Creek Parkway

Planning and Zoning Board

The City of Margate Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 5, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 5, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.