Margate public meetings in 2025
100 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 23, 2025, has been canceled because there are no agenda items to review. The cancellation was noted on the official agenda.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
- Petitioner must be present for petition review
- Appeals require a verbatim record of proceedings
Employee Benefits Trust Fund
The Employee Benefits Trust Fund will receive an investment performance update from Graystone Consulting. Trustees will vote on approval of benefit renewals, new applicants, and death benefits. Invoices processed since the last meeting, including quarterly bills, are also presented for review.
- Investment performance update from Graystone Consulting
- Invoices processed: KSDT invoices INV65584 and INV65993 for Dec 2025, plus quarterly bill
- Motion to approve benefit renewals
- Motion to approve new applicants
- Motion to approve death benefit(s)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Development Review Committee
The Margate Development Review Committee will consider two applications to convert a 497-square-foot former drive-through bank into a Dunkin' with a drive-through at 5300 Coconut Creek Pkwy. The committee will review a site plan and a special exception use application for the project.
- Review site plan for 497-sq ft former bank to Dunkin' drive-through (ID 2025-357)
- Review special exception use for 497-sq ft former bank to Dunkin' drive-through (ID 2025-358)
- Location: 5300 Coconut Creek Pkwy, Margate, FL 33063
- Zoning: Gateway
- Petitioner: Jai Shree Ram Donut, LLC
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold swearing‑in ceremonies for Mayor Antonio V. Arserio and Vice Mayor Anthony N. Caggiano. It will also recognize the Margate Sharks youth softball 8U team and award student‑and‑teacher of the month honors for several schools. Additionally, city employees Michael Palma, Chief of Police (30 years), and Giovanni R. Batista‑Negron, Director of Public Works (5 years) will be honored for years of service. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.
- ID 2025-340 – Swearing‑in for Mayor Antonio V. Arserio
- ID 2025-341 – Swearing‑in for Vice Mayor Anthony N. Caggiano
- Recognition of the City of Margate Youth Softball 8U team (Margate Sharks)
- Student and teacher of the month awards for multiple schools
- Employee recognition: Michael Palma, Chief of Police (30 years) and Giovanni R. Batista‑Negron, Director of Public Works (5 years)
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will consider approving the 2026 meeting calendar, awarding a wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation contract, and discussing security measures for the commission chambers. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a variance request.
- Approve 2026 regular commission meeting dates
- Award wastewater plant rehabilitation contract to GlobalTech Inc.
- Public hearing on variance to reduce parking at 5600 Lakeside Drive
- Authorize sole-source repairs for existing precast wall systems
- Discuss complimentary Calypso Cove pass for sports teams
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will approve the minutes from its November meeting, discuss a proposed 2026 meeting schedule, and consider a task order amendment for civil engineering services related to State Road 7 undergrounding. The board will also review a presentation from Brookfield Properties regarding the City Center.
- Approval of November 12, 2025 CRA minutes
- Approval of 2026 CRA meeting schedule
- Amendment to civil engineering task order for SR 7 undergrounding
- Presentation by Brookfield Properties on City Center development
- Review of tenant updates
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting was set to take place at 5790 Margate Boulevard.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Margate Planning and Zoning Board will meet to approve the minutes from a previous meeting and consider a comprehensive plan amendment to update the city's 10-year water supply facility work plan.
- Approval of October 7, 2025 meeting minutes
- Comprehensive plan amendment to update water supply facility work plan
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will hold elections for mayor and vice mayor following recognition of outgoing officials. Major decisions include approving up to $60 million in water and wastewater revenue bonds, a new collective bargaining agreement with firefighters, and a first-reading ordinance banning smoking and vaping in city parks. Consent items include license plate reader cameras and a bid for aggregates, topsoils, and sand.
- Up to $60,000,000 Water and Wastewater Improvement Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
- Collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local #3080 for 2025-2028
- First reading of ordinance banning smoking and vaping in city parks
- Waiver of bidding for $75,000 Trimble X9 forensic laser scanning system for police
- Interlocal agreement to fund undergrounding utility lines adjacent to Cocogate project
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee will consider a site plan application for new construction of a daycare facility at 830 S State Road 7. The property is zoned Corridor. The petitioner is Raymond Baladi, agent for Wilza Lisa Louis and Jade's Holdings, LLC.
- Site plan review for new daycare at 830 S State Road 7 (DRC No. 25-400048)
Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District
The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District Board will vote on three resolutions: accepting OAA funding contract JA126-08-2026 for 2026, a master contract JM026-08-2028 for two-year funding, and a MOU with the South Florida Institute on Aging for volunteer services. The meeting also includes approval of the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes, an executive director's report, and board member comments.
- Approve and accept contract JA126-08-2026 with Areawide Council on Aging for Older Americans Act funding (Jan–Dec 2026)
- Approve and accept Master Contract JM026-08-2028 with Areawide Council on Aging for two-year OAA funding
- Approve memorandum of understanding with South Florida Institute on Aging (SoFIA) for volunteer opportunities at the Volunteer Station
- Approval of minutes from the September 17, 2025 board meeting
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will consider resolutions authorizing task orders for the Margate Boulevard Crosswalk and Landscape Improvements project and the Median Enhancements project. The board will also vote on amendments to the fiscal year 2024-2025 and fiscal year 2025-2026 annual budgets. Additionally, minutes from the September and October 2025 meetings are up for approval, and an executive director's report on tenant updates is scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from September 10, 2025 and October 7, 2025 meetings
- Resolution authorizing Task Order No. 3 with Chen Moore and Associates for civil engineering, landscaping, and construction administration for the Margate Boulevard Crosswalk and Landscape Improvements project
- Resolution authorizing Task Order No. 1 with Keith and Associates for design, permitting, and construction administration for the Median Enhancements project
- Amendments to fiscal year 2024-2025 and fiscal year 2025-2026 annual budgets
- Executive director's report on tenant updates
Development Review Committee
The Margate Development Review Committee will review four items for the Cocogate project at 1308-1350 North State Road 7, including site plans, a plat, a special exception, and a waiver for underground wiring.
- Cocogate Site Plan (ID 2025-315)
- Cocogate Plat (ID 2025-316)
- Cocogate Special Exception (ID 2025-317)
- Cocogate Underground Wiring Waiver (ID 2025-318)
- Public hearing for DRC review
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will hold first reading of ordinances to amend the comprehensive plan and zoning map for a 148.77-acre property at 3011 N Rock Island Road, converting it from commercial recreation and open space to residential, commercial, and park uses. Public hearings are scheduled for development agreements for the Carolina Golf Course and Cocogate projects. The consent agenda includes terminating negotiations with Lawrence Lee Construction for wastewater treatment plant aeration basin upgrades and accepting new water mains at 1049 Lyons Road. A discussion item considers waiving $550 in rental fees for the Fellowship Recovery Community Organization at the Margate Sports Complex.
- First reading of land use plan amendment for 3011 N Rock Island Road (148.77 acres) to allow residential, commercial, and park uses
- First reading of rezoning at 3011 N Rock Island Road: 7.618 acres to Community Business B-2, 74.1259 acres to Multiple Dwelling R-3A
- Public hearing on development agreement for Carolina Golf Course development
- Public hearing on development agreement for Cocogate development including affordable housing restrictive covenant
- Discussion to waive $550 rental fee for Fellowship Recovery Community Organization at Margate Sports Complex covered field
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting for November 4, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.
- No agenda items were filed; meeting canceled.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025, has been canceled. The city cited a lack of agenda items as the reason for the cancellation.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee of Margate scheduled for October 28, 2025, has been canceled because no agenda items were submitted. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.
Board of Adjustment
The Margate Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request for a property at 5600 Lakeside Drive to reduce required parking by 131 spaces and waive landscape requirements. The meeting will be held at the Commission Chambers and via Zoom.
- Approval of Board of Adjustment meeting minutes (ID 2025-283)
- Variance application 25-400057 for 5600 Lakeside Drive
- Request to reduce required parking by 131 spaces
- Waiver of perimeter landscape requirements
- Waiver of interior land islands
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will hold a regular meeting to recognize student and teacher achievements, honor a police officer, and issue proclamations for Mental Wellness, Florida City Week, Fire Prevention, and Italian American Heritage Month.
- Student and Teacher of the Month recognitions
- Police Officer Nicholas R. Thompson 10-year service recognition
- Proclamation for South Florida Mental Wellness Summit and Expo Day
- Proclamation for Florida City Week
- Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including a grant to fund a full‑time victim advocate in the police department, a development agreement for the Cocogate project, and a temporary use permit for a fair at 1000 North State Road 7. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and procurement decisions.
- Approve VOCA grant of $51,530 for the police department’s full‑time victim advocate position
- Consider a development agreement for the Cocogate development, including an affordable housing restrictive covenant
- Authorize negotiation with MBR Construction, Inc. for design/build services on the Centennial Park redevelopment
- Approve a temporary use permit for Hildebrand Amusement Rides, Inc. to hold ‘The Fair at Margate’ at 1000 North State Road 7 (Nov 21–Dec 7, 2025)
- Reject single bid from Austin Tupler Trucking, Inc. for aggregates and approve rebid and extension of bid No. 2022‑006
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate CRA will vote on a resolution to approve the First Amendment to the 2017 Margate Community Redevelopment Plan, incorporating an Interlocal Agreement dated June 10, 2025 with Broward County and the City of Margate to extend and fund the MCRA. The board will also hear an Executive Director's report on tenant updates and take public discussion.
- Resolution ID 2025-279: First Amendment to 2017 MCRA Redevelopment Plan incorporating Interlocal Agreement dated June 10, 2025 with Broward County and City of Margate regarding extension and funding.
- Tenant updates under Executive Director's Report (ID 2025-280).
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider two related items for the redevelopment of the Carolina Club Golf Course: a land use plan amendment (ID 2025-269) and a rezoning (ID 2025-270). The board will also vote to approve minutes from its September 11, 2025 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (ID 2025-273)
- Land use plan amendment for Carolina Club Golf Course redevelopment (DRC No. 24-00400057)
- Rezoning for Carolina Club Golf Course redevelopment (DRC No. 24-00400056)
- Attachments include conceptual master plan, draft development agreement, and traffic analysis
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee will consider the site‑plan application submitted by Abundant Life Christian Centre Inc for the property at 7955 Royal Palm Blvd. The parcel is zoned R‑3 and S‑1. The petitioner and property owner must be present for the review. The meeting is held in person at City Hall and streamed via Zoom.
- Review of Abundant Life Church site plan (ID 2025-274) at 7955 Royal Palm Blvd, zoned R‑3/S‑1
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for September 23, 2025, has been canceled due to no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will occur.
City Commission Budget Hearing
The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed millage rate and budget, then vote on resolutions to set the millage rate at 7.5378 mills (including 0.4207 for voted debt service) and adopt the operating budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The operating millage rate is 7.47% higher than the rolled-back rate.
- Public hearing on proposed millage rate and budget
- Millage rate set at 7.5378 mills per $1,000 assessed valuation
- Operating millage rate of 7.1171 is 7.47% above the rolled-back rate of 6.6221
- Adoption of FY 2026 operating budget covering general, special revenue, debt service, capital projects, enterprise, and internal service funds
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will consider several consent agenda items and a series of resolutions and an ordinance. Among the resolutions, the Commission will vote on authorizing participation in a lawsuit contesting Senate Bill 180’s statewide zoning prohibition. Other items include a grant for police equipment, a wage agreement with public employees, and an amendment to the community shuttle service agreement. An ordinance to clarify city code enforcement procedures will also be adopted.
- Resolution ID 2025-243: Authorize participation in lawsuit challenging Senate Bill 180 zoning ban
- Resolution ID 2025-247: Accept $6,935 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for police equipment
- Resolution ID 2025-249: Approve MOU with Federation of Public Employees for competitive wages (2023‑2026)
- Resolution ID 2025-239: Approve 4th amendment to Community Shuttle Service Interlocal Agreement through Sep 30 2027
- Ordinance ID 2025-234: Amend Chapter 1 of City Code to clarify enforcement procedures
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District
The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District will consider approving and accepting its fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. The board also will approve minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. Reports from the executive director and board member comments are also on the agenda.
- Approve and accept the FY2025-2026 budget for the Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District
- Approve minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on two related items for the redevelopment of the Carolina Club Golf Course: a land use plan amendment (ID 2025-231) and a rezoning (ID 2025-232). These are the only new business items on the agenda. The board will also vote on approval of draft minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting.
- ID 2025-231: Land Use Plan Amendment for redevelopment of Carolina Club Golf Course
- ID 2025-232: Rezoning for redevelopment of Carolina Club Golf Course
- Approval of draft minutes from July 1, 2025 Planning and Zoning Board meeting
- General discussion period
City Commission Budget Hearing
The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the tentative budget and proposed millage rate. It will vote on a resolution approving a millage rate of 7.5378 mills per $1,000 of assessed valuation, including 0.4207 mills for voted debt service. A second resolution will adopt the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025/2026. An ordinance will receive its first reading to adopt the FY 2026 operating budget covering multiple city funds.
- Public Hearing ID 2025-227 on tentative budget and proposed millage rate
- Resolution ID 2025-226 approving millage rate of 7.5378 mills per $1,000 assessed valuation (0.4207 for voted debt service)
- Resolution ID 2025-210 adopting tentative budget for FY 2025/2026
- Ordinance ID 2025-211 first reading adopting FY 2026 operating budget for general, special revenue, debt service, capital projects, enterprise, and internal service funds
- Operating millage rate set at 7.1171 mills, 7.47% higher than the roll‑back rate of 6.6221
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency board will approve the minutes from the July 8 meeting and adopt the FY 2025‑2026 annual budget. It will also approve several amendments and interlocal agreements, including changes to the tax increment fund deposit, a $1,000,000 budget transfer, and funding for underground utility work. Additional items include temporary use agreements for community events and updates on property‑management contracts.
- Approve FY 2025‑2026 annual budget (Resolution ID 2025-208)
- Approve amendment to adjust tax increment fund deposit from 95% to 80% (Resolution ID 2025-205)
- Transfer $1,000,000 from CIP contingency to land acquisition account (Resolution ID 2025-218)
- Approve interlocal agreement to fund undergrounding of utility lines near the CocoGate project (Resolution ID 2025-224)
- Approve temporary use agreement for Kiwanis Club to sell Christmas trees at 1491 North State Road 7 and 5750 NW 15 Street (Resolution ID 2025-222)
Development Review Committee
The September 9, 2025, meeting of the Margate Development Review Committee has been canceled entirely because no agenda items were submitted for review. No public hearings or decisions are scheduled.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for waste disposal with Prolime Corporation and H & H Liquid Sludge Disposal, Inc., and a memorandum of understanding with the Broward County Police Benevolent Association. It will also vote on a resolution to waive competitive bidding for Youth Athletics Program uniforms, authorizing up to $36,203 plus a 10% contingency from the General Fund. A proclamation recognizing Alzheimer’s Awareness Month will be presented.
- Award bid No. 2025-011 to Prolime Corporation for transport and disposal of lime‑stabilized residuals at $20 per cubic yard and $400 per load (initial four‑year term with one two‑year renewal).
- Award bid No. 2025-012 to H & H Liquid Sludge Disposal, Inc. for transport and disposal of Class B biosolid residuals at $46.50 per cubic yard and $1,395 per load (initial four‑year term with one two‑year renewal).
- Approve memorandums of understanding with Broward County Police Benevolent Association for competitive wages covering Oct 1 2024–Sep 30 2027.
- Waive bidding for purchase of Youth Athletics Program uniforms from Challenger Teamwear, not to exceed $36,203 plus a 10% contingency from the General Fund.
- Proclamation ID 2025-135 Alzheimer’s Awareness Month – June 2025 presented to John Strader.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 2, 2025, was canceled because there were no agenda items to consider. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. Members of the City Commission or advisory boards may still attend, but no formal business is scheduled.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee is reconsidering three applications related to the redevelopment of Carolina Club Golf Course at 3011 Rock Island Road: a Development Agreement, a Land Use Plan Amendment, and a Rezoning. These items were previously reviewed and are now up for reconsideration.
- ID 2025-219: Reconsideration of a Development Agreement for Carolina Club Golf Course redevelopment at 3011 Rock Island Road
- ID 2025-220: Reconsideration of a Land Use Plan Amendment for the same project
- ID 2025-221: Reconsideration of a Rezoning for the same project
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will convene to recognize employees for years of service and hear public comments on city business. The meeting will be held at City Hall and streamed via Zoom.
- Employee recognition for 35 years of service (Dennis Hernandez)
- Employee recognition for 30 years of service (Joseph Scimeca)
- Employee recognition for 25 years of service (Elias Vazquez)
- Employee recognition for 10 years of service (Bradford Borrelli)
- Employee recognition for 5 years of service (Angelina Galarza and Stephen Konash)
Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District
The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District Board will consider two items. First, it will approve the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting (ID 2025-194). Second, it will approve and accept contract JP025-08-2026 between the Areawide Council on Aging and the district for EHEAP funding covering July 1, 2025 through June 15, 2026. The meeting will also include an executive director’s report and board member comments.
- Approve minutes ID 2025-194 from the June 18, 2025 board meeting
- Approve contract JP025-08-2026 between Areawide Council on Aging and the district for EHEAP funding (July 1 2025 – June 15 2026)
- Executive Director’s report
- Board member comments
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No matters were considered or decided.
- Meeting canceled; no agenda items to consider
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 13, 2025, has been canceled. The document states this is due to a lack of agenda items.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee of Margate has canceled its scheduled meeting on August 12, 2025, because no agenda items were submitted. The notice includes standard procedural information about petitions and disability accommodations.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
City Commission Workshop
The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and possibly take action on a proposal to merge the fire department with the Broward Sheriff’s Office. This merger would cover emergency medical, fire protection, and fire prevention services.
- Discussion and possible action on ID 2025-198 regarding the fire department merger with the Broward Sheriff’s Office
Employee Benefits Trust Fund
The Margate Employee Benefits Trust Fund board will vote on several matters, including approving minutes from three prior meetings, reviewing an investment performance update, and approving a series of invoices. Trustees will also consider motions to approve benefit applicants, death benefits, and a contract with Kabat, Schertzer, De La Torre, Tarboulos & Co., LLC for auditing services.
- Approve minutes dated Dec 12 2024, Jan 14 2025, and Apr 24 2025 (ID 2025-191)
- Approve invoices received since the last EBTF meeting (ID 2025-117)
- Approve applicants for benefits (ID 2025-118)
- Approve death benefits (ID 2025-119)
- Approve contract with Kabat, Schertzer, De La Torre, Tarboulos & Co., LLC for auditing services (ID 2025-130)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Development Review Committee
The Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for July 22, 2025, was canceled because there were no agenda items to review. The cancellation was noted on the official agenda.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
- DRC requires petitioner and property owner presence for petitions
- Appeals require a verbatim record of proceedings
City Commission Budget Workshop
The City Commission will hold a budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget. They will also receive a final presentation on a compensation and classification study covering multiple pay plans. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.
- ID 2025-183: Final presentation of Compensation and Classification Study, including pay plans for NB, FPE, PD, Fire
- ID 2025-148: FY 2025-2026 Budget Workshop with PowerPoint attachment
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will discuss proposed ordinances to prohibit parking vehicles in residential front yards and to update code enforcement penalties. The body will also consider a final payment for the Margate Fire Station 58 construction project.
- Proposed ordinance to prohibit parking vehicles in the front yard of residential structures
- Proposed ordinance amending code enforcement penalties and procedures
- Resolution for full and final compensation to Sisca Construction Services, LLC for Margate Fire Station 58
- Presentation of 4th of July Parade winners
- Employee recognition for years of service for police, fire, and utility staff
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss and possibly act on its budget priorities for fiscal year 2026 and consider revising its 2025 meeting schedule. The board will also approve minutes from the June 11 meeting and receive an executive director's report on tenant updates. Public comment is invited.
- Discussion and possible action on MCRA budget priorities for FY 2026
- Proposal to revise the MCRA meeting schedule for 2025
- Executive director's report on tenant updates
- Approval of minutes from June 11, 2025 regular meeting
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No applications or petitions will be reviewed.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution to reimpose fire rescue assessments for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025, and approve the assessment rate and roll. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and awarding a bid for six HVAC systems to Thinking On My World, Inc. for $82,570. A legislative update will be presented by State Representative Christine Hunschofsky. The commission will also designate a voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities annual conference.
- Public hearing and resolution to reimpose fire rescue assessments for FY 2025-2026
- Award of Bid No. 2025-009 for furnish and install 6 HVAC systems to Thinking On My World, Inc. for $82,570
- Approval of city commission minutes from May 21 and June 4, 2025
- Legislative update by State Representative Christine Hunschofsky, District 95
- Resolution designating voting delegate and alternate for Florida League of Cities annual conference
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Margate Planning and Zoning Board will consider an ordinance to prohibit parking vehicles on grass and landscape areas in residential front yards. The board will also vote on approving minutes from four prior meetings (April, August, October 2024, and June 2025).
- Consideration of Ordinance ID 2025-170 to ban parking on grass/landscape in front yards of residential structures
- Approval of draft minutes from four previous meetings (2024-0409, 2024-0813, 2024-1001, 2025-0603)
Development Review Committee
The City of Margate Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, 2025, has been canceled due to no agenda items being submitted. No public hearings, applications, or other business will be considered.
- No agenda items were submitted for review
- Meeting canceled by the City of Margate
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including adoption of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, approval of a new Transportation System Surtax Interlocal Agreement with Broward County, and an amendment to the construction contract for Fire Station 58. The consent agenda includes transferring developer rights and purchasing covered soccer benches for Southeast Park. A second-reading ordinance would update police promotion procedures, and there will be a discussion on nonconforming uses.
- Adoption of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan
- Approval of amended Transportation System Surtax Interlocal Agreement with Broward County
- Amendment to construction contract for Fire Station 58 demolition and construction (Sisca Construction Services, LLC)
- Assignment of developer rights for 65.000 water ERCs and 15.028 sewer ERCs from Coolidge, Inc. to Cocomar Property Owner, LLC
- Purchase of 12 covered soccer team benches for Southeast Park at not to exceed $35,000
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District
The Northwest Focal Point Senior Center District board will consider approving minutes from the November 2024 meeting and a contract with the Areawide Council on Aging for Local Service Program (LSP) funding from July 2025 through June 2026. The executive director's report and board member comments are also on the agenda.
- Approve minutes from November 6, 2024 board meeting
- Approve and accept contract JL025-08-2026 for LSP funding with the Areawide Council on Aging for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026
- Executive Director's Report
- Board Member Comments
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving a contract for the renovation of Coral Gate Park, including playground equipment and fencing, and amending its budget to fund the project. The board will also discuss a post-occupancy agreement for a property at 6012 NW 9th Court.
- Award contract to MBR Construction for Coral Gate Park improvements (up to $670,795)
- Amend FY 24-25 budget to transfer $181,837 to Coral Gate Park Improvements
- Approve purchase of surveillance equipment for community policing
- Consider post-occupancy agreement for 6012 NW 9th Court
- Discuss sponsorship of National Night Out
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission holds a regular meeting with a presentation, public discussion, and a consent agenda. The main action is a first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 30 (Personnel) to revise examination procedures and promotion requirements for police personnel. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and recognition of a utilities division leader.
- Recognition of Utilities Division Leader Nick Maragh as 2025 Backhoe Rodeo Regional Achievement Champion
- Approval of minutes from the May 7, 2025 regular meeting
- First reading of Ordinance 2025-136 amending police promotion procedures (sections 30-23, 30-42, 30-43, 30-49)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet to elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The board is also scheduled to approve the 2025 term calendar.
- Election of Chair (ID 2025-139)
- Election of Vice-Chair (ID 2025-140)
- Election of Secretary (ID 2025-141)
- Approval of 2025 Term Calendar (ID 2025-142)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to conduct internal organizational business. The board is scheduled to elect a chair, vice-chair, and secretary, and approve the 2025 term calendar.
- Election of Chair (ID 2025-143)
- Election of Vice-Chair (ID 2025-144)
- Election of Secretary (ID 2025-145)
- Approval of 2025 Term Calendar (ID 2025-146)
Boards Workshop
The Planning & Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment hold a joint workshop to discuss board member orientation. They will review rules of procedure and board roles and responsibilities. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Discussion of ID 2025-138: Board member orientation including rules of procedure and board roles
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for May 27, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will consider authorizing a design-build agreement for wastewater treatment plant headworks rehabilitation and awarding contracts for fire station improvements totaling $108,472.47. The body will also discuss amending the fire rescue assessment rate and an ordinance regarding invasive iguana species.
- Authorize negotiation with GlobalTech for WWTP headworks rehabilitation
- Award fire station improvement projects to Llorens Contracting, CSI Video, and Security 101 (up to $108,472.47)
- Amend fire rescue assessment rate for FY 2025-2026
- Second reading of ordinance on invasive iguana species
- Approve interlocal agreement extending the Community Redevelopment Agency sunset date
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will consider several resolutions, including a grant agreement with Atlantic Center LLC for up to $600,000 for property at 6828-6896 West Atlantic Boulevard, contracts to purchase properties at 1100 North State Road 7 and 5915 Park Drive, and a change order for the Southgate Boulevard median improvements adding $68,837.63 and 60 days. Also on the agenda is an interlocal agreement to extend the CRA's sunset date and approval of an agreement with FG Construction for Margate Boulevard crosswalk and landscape improvements.
- Grant agreement with Atlantic Center LLC for up to $600,000 at 6828-6896 West Atlantic Boulevard
- Change order No. 1 for Southgate Boulevard median improvements: $68,837.63 and 60-day extension
- Property purchase contract for 1100 North State Road 7
- Property purchase contract for 5915 Park Drive
- Interlocal agreement to extend the CRA sunset date
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee will review three items related to the Carolina Club Golf Course site at 3011 Rock Island Road. Item 2025-120 is a draft Development Agreement for the project's redevelopment. Item 2025-121 is a proposed Land Use Plan Amendment for the same site. Item 2025-122 is a rezoning request for the property.
- Consideration of Development Agreement (ID 2025-120) for Carolina Club Golf Course redevelopment
- Consideration of Land Use Plan Amendment (ID 2025-121) for the same site
- Consideration of Rezoning (ID 2025-122) for the same site
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will discuss funding for community crime prevention and updates to animal and police ordinances. The body is also reviewing several contracts for utility and wastewater infrastructure services.
- Funding up to $70,000 from the State Law Enforcement Trust Fund for National Night Out on August 5, 2025
- First reading of an ordinance regarding non-native invasive iguana species and wildlife sanctuary exceptions
- Negotiation of agreements for wastewater treatment plant aeration basin upgrades with Lawrence Lee Construction Services, Inc.
- Negotiation of design/build continuing services with Globaltech, Inc., Lawrence Lee Construction Services, Inc., AECOM Technical Services, Inc., David Mancini & Sons, Inc., and Giannetti Contracting Corp.
- Rejection of a proposal for underground utility trenchless rehabilitation and pipe-bursting technology services
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Adjustment
The May 6, 2025, Board of Adjustment meeting was canceled due to no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place.
Planning and Zoning Board
The scheduled May 6, 2025 meeting was canceled because there were no agenda items to discuss.
Employee Benefits Trust Fund
The Employee Benefits Trust Fund board will discuss the 2025 investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting. Trustees will review invoices processed since the last EBTF meeting. The board will vote on motions to approve applicant benefits and death benefits.
- ID 2025-018 – Investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting
- ID 2025-019 – Invoices processed since the last EBTF meeting (multiple PDFs)
- ID 2025-020 – Motion to approve applicant benefits
- ID 2025-021 – Motion to approve death benefits
- Schedule next meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025 was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. No petitions or projects will be reviewed at this time. The committee noted procedural requirements for petitioner presence and accessibility requests.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The commission will hold second reading and vote on an ordinance authorizing speed detection systems in school zones. They will also consider a resolution to waive bidding for $23,050 to enhance the police K-9 unit, and resolutions supporting animal cruelty bills and opposing bills that would eliminate community redevelopment agencies. Additionally, they will approve appointments to the Broward League of Cities board and accept the annual comprehensive financial report.
- Second reading of ordinance to allow speed cameras in school zones (Chapter 33, Section 33-73).
- Waiving bidding to purchase one replacement canine and equipment for K-9 unit, cost not to exceed $23,050.
- Resolution expressing support for Florida Senate Bills 494 and 150 on animal cruelty.
- Resolution opposing state bills SB 1242 and HB 991 that would eliminate community redevelopment agencies.
- Approving appointment of Margate representatives to the Broward League of Cities Board of Directors for 2025-2026.
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Civil Service Board
This Civil Service Board meeting will consider approval of minutes from April 30, 2024, and act on several internal governance items. The board will vote on appointing a fifth member to a two-year term and elect a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary/chief examiner for the board.
- Approval of April 30, 2024, Civil Service Board meeting minutes
- Appointment of the board's fifth member for a two-year term (April 15, 2025, to April 14, 2027)
- Election of Chairperson per Section 30-25
- Election of Vice Chairperson per Section 30-25
- Election of Secretary/Chief Examiner per Section 30-25
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will consider a grant for shopping plaza renovations and a memorandum of understanding for the Margate City Center project. The board will also review the 2024 independent auditor's report and a change to the monthly meeting start time.
- Grant request up to $600,000 for renovations to Atlantic Center Shopping Plaza at 6828-6896 West Atlantic Boulevard
- Memorandum of Understanding with BPG Acquisitions, LLC for Margate City Center project development
- Acceptance of the independent auditor's report for fiscal year ended September 30, 2024
- Proposed change of monthly meeting start time from 7:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will discuss an ordinance amending parking regulations for noncommercial recreational vehicles. The meeting will also include the presentation of Students and Teachers of the Month and the proclamation of Child Abuse Prevention Month.
- Discussion of ordinance amending Chapter 26 regarding parking of recreational vehicles
- Presentation of Students and Teachers of the Month
- Proclamation of Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Approval of March 5 and March 19, 2025 City Commission minutes
- Public discussion on City business
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 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, April 1, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.
Town Hall
The Town Hall will feature a presentation on the Margate City Center by CRA Board Member Tommy Ruzzano. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda. Members of the public can attend via Zoom or telephone.
- Presentation on the Margate City Center (presented by CRA Board Member Tommy Ruzzano)
City Commission Workshop
The City Commission will hold a workshop to review and discuss the initial draft of the Margate Strategic Plan. No votes or ordinances are scheduled; the meeting is a presentation and discussion only.
- Strategic Planning Workshop – ID 2025-076, discussion of City of Margate Initial Strategic Plan Draft
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for March 25, 2025, has been canceled due to no agenda items. No business will be conducted.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will consider an ordinance authorizing speed detection systems in school zones. The meeting also includes appointments to the Board of Adjustment and the Planning and Zoning Board for one-year terms, and recognition of employees for years of service.
- Discussion and possible action on ordinance for speed detection systems in school zones
- Resolution appointing five members to the Margate Board of Adjustment (term March 19, 2025 – March 18, 2026)
- Resolution appointing five members to the Margate Planning and Zoning Board (same term)
- Employee recognition for service milestones: 25 years (Police Lt. Sean R. Cobban, Fire Driver/Engineer Richard T. Lacey, Community Service Aide Erin B. Pope), 20 years (Police Sgt. Jared E. Schwartz), 10 years (Firefighter/Paramedic Keith S. Kennedy, Utility Technician Roger R. Roberts), 5 years (several employees)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider entering negotiations with a single firm to create a developer agreement for the Margate City Center. The board will also review contracts for park improvements and tenant updates for local plazas.
- Authorization to negotiate a developer agreement for the Margate City Center
- Contract award to Caibai Construction, Inc. for fencing fabric replacement at Coral Gate Park
- Contract award to Fast Dry Courts, Inc. for basketball and tennis court resurfacing at Coral Gate Park
- Tenant updates and rent rolls for Ace Plaza and Chevy Chase Plaza
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No items were submitted for review.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $450,000 contract for water main improvements along Winfield Boulevard Canal Crossing to Pabon Engineering, Inc. They will also consider separate resolutions to approve a temporary use permit for a spring fair, increase funding for Firefighter Park/Dog Park improvements by $100,000, and adopt revised state legislative priorities. The meeting opens with recognitions of Students and Teachers of the Month and proclamations for Irish American Heritage and Women's History Month.
- Award Bid 2025-001 for Winfield Boulevard Canal Crossing Water Main Improvements to Pabon Engineering, Inc., not to exceed $450,000
- Approve FRDAP grant increase of $100,000 for Firefighter Park/Dog Park improvements including shade structures, benches, and landscaping
- Temporary use permit for Hildebrand Amusement Rides, Inc. to hold 'Margate Spring Fling' at 1000 North State Road 7 from March 14-30, 2025
- Adopt revised City of Margate State Legislative Priorities for the 2025 session and authorize lobbyist to adjust priority order without further commission action
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Adjustment
The March 4, 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting has been canceled because there were no agenda items to discuss. No decisions or hearings were scheduled.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025 was canceled because there were no agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings will take place. Residents who had planned to attend should note that no official record will be generated.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 25, 2025, has been canceled because no items were submitted for review. No decisions or discussions will take place. The next meeting date is not specified in the agenda.
- Meeting canceled; no items to review.
Community Redevelopment Agency Special Meeting
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency holds a special meeting with a single agenda item: discussion and possible action on a Temporary Use Agreement with Hildebrand Amusement Rides, Inc. for the use of CRA property at 1000 North State Road 7 to host a Margate Spring Fling event. The meeting includes public participation via Zoom.
- Approval of Temporary Use Agreement between MCRA and Hildebrand Amusement Rides, Inc. for property at 1000 North State Road 7 to hold a Margate Spring Fling event.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission meeting includes recognitions for D.A.R.E. winners and long‑service employees, routine consent‑agenda items such as approval of minutes and a legislative‑priorities resolution, and a major ordinance to issue water and wastewater improvement revenue bonds up to $120,000,000 (first series $60,000,000). The commission will also vote on a $395,000 drainage improvement contract for NW 27th Street and a $228,680.95 parking‑lot improvement project at Calypso Cove Aquatics Facility and Firefighters Park.
- Ordinance ID 2025-040 authorizing issuance of water and wastewater improvement revenue bonds not to exceed $120,000,000, with a first series up to $60,000,000
- Resolution ID 2025-041 awarding bid 2025-002 for NW 27th Street drainage improvements to Pabon Engineering, Inc., not to exceed $395,000
- Resolution ID 2025-043 approving parking lot improvements at Calypso Cove Aquatics Facility and Firefighters Park for $228,680.95
- Consent agenda item ID 2025-033 approving minutes of the January 22, 2025 regular city commission meeting
- Resolution ID 2025-044 approving the City of Margate State Legislative Priorities for the 2025 session
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will approve minutes from a January meeting and consider a resolution to transfer $250,000 from a contingency account to fund the analysis and design of median enhancements at various locations within the redevelopment area.
- Approval of January 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes
- Transfer of $250,000 for median enhancement analysis and design
- Tenant updates for ACE Plaza, Chevy Chase Plaza, and outlying parcels
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 11, 2025, was canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Margate City Commission will consider first reading of an ordinance authorizing up to $120 million in water and wastewater improvement revenue bonds, with an initial series not to exceed $60 million. The consent agenda includes agreements for SHIP and HOME program funding for housing assistance. Presentations and proclamations for Students and Teachers of the Month and African American History Month are also scheduled.
- Ordinance first reading to authorize up to $120M water and wastewater revenue bonds (first series up to $60M) for capital improvements
- Interlocal agreement with Broward County for SHIP program administration for fiscal years 2025-2028
- Agreement with Broward County for HOME program homebuyer purchase assistance for fiscal year 2024-2025
- Resolution to amend and update sole source manufacturers list, waiving bidding for specified budgeted items
- Resolution to appoint CRA Board Vice Chair (name to be filled)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for February 4, 2025, has been canceled because no agenda items were submitted. No decisions or discussions will take place.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for February 4, 2025, has been canceled because there were no agenda items to discuss. No decisions or discussions took place.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 28, 2025 was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. The agenda also notes the requirement for a petitioner and property owner to be present for petition reviews and provides accessibility contact information.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will discuss a collective bargaining agreement for police lieutenants and captains. The body is also considering funding for school resource officers and fee waivers for Margate Elementary graduation events.
- Ratification of collective bargaining agreement with Broward County Police Benevolent Association (Lieutenants and Captains) through September 30, 2027
- First amendment to the agreement for partial funding of four school resource officers at Atlantic West, Margate, Liberty Elementary, and Margate Middle schools
- Request for fee waivers for Margate Elementary to use the covered sports field and Calypso Cove for graduation
- Appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair for the Community Redevelopment Agency Board
- Presentation by HCA Florida Healthcare CEO Kenneth Jones
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will recognize community members, students, teachers, and city employees. The meeting includes a period for public discussion on city business.
- Holiday decorating contest winners: Randal Viggiani ($100), Eric & Elena Eacker ($50), and Brandon Richards ($25)
- Student and teacher of the month recognitions from eight local schools
- Employee service awards for seven staff members, including a 25-year recognition for Terrence Downnes
- Individual recognition for 12-year-old Ethan Sanchez
- Business recognition for U-Haul Margate Manager Maranda Perkins
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency will approve the minutes from its Dec. 3, 2024 meeting, discuss public comments, and vote on two resolutions: a contract to purchase the property at 5713 Park Drive, and a second amendment extending the consulting agreement with GAI Consultants, Inc. through March 10, 2026. The board will also receive tenant update reports on rent rolls for Ace Plaza, Chevy Chase Plaza, and outlying parcels.
- Approve minutes from Dec. 3, 2024 meeting (ID 2025-009)
- Approve contract for purchase and sale of property at 5713 Park Drive (ID 2025-010)
- Approve second amendment to agreement with GAI Consultants, Inc. extending term to March 10, 2026 (ID 2025-013)
- Tenant updates: rent roll reports for Ace Plaza, Chevy Chase Plaza, and outlying parcels (ID 2025-011)
- Public discussion period
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.
Employee Benefits Trust Fund
The Employee Benefits Trust Fund will hold a regular meeting to review financial statements and investment performance, approve benefit applications and death benefits, and discuss a contract for professional tax and accounting services. The agenda also includes approval of invoices and reports from the attorney and trustees.
- Financial statements from Kabat, Schertzer, De La Torre, Taraboulos & Co. (ID 2024-415)
- Investment management performance update from Graystone Consulting (ID 2024-417)
- Approval of benefit applicants (ID 2025-002) and death benefits (ID 2025-004)
- Invoices processed since last meeting (ID 2024-416)
- Discussion and possible action on contract with Professional Tax & Accounting Solutions, Inc. (ID 2025-005)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Margate Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting was originally set to begin promptly at 7:00 PM.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
- Meeting to begin at 7:00 PM or after Board of Adjustment
- City Clerk contact for disability accommodations: (954) 972-6454
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025, has been canceled because no agenda items were submitted.