Wilton Manors public meetings in 2022
28 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
DRC - Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from its December 6, 2022, meeting. The committee discussed plat, variance, and site plan applications for the "Wilma on the Drive" project, but no votes were recorded on those items.
- Approved December 6, 2022 Development Review Committee Minutes (6-0)
Historical Society
The Wilton Manors Historical Society Board of Directors business meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. has been relocated from City Hall Commission Chambers to the Hagen Park Community Center, also at 2020 Wilton Drive. The agenda contains only this location change notice; no other business items are listed.
- Meeting location changed to Hagen Park Community Center, 2020 Wilton Drive
Recreation Advisory Board
The Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved a proposal to rename Coral Gardens Park as Lieber Park. The board also voted to decline a public art proposal for three installations on Wilton Drive. Staff provided updates on the $400k Hagen Park repurposing project and the transfer of Site 92 ownership from the County.
- Approved renaming Coral Gardens Park to Lieber Park (unanimous)
- Declined public art proposal for three installations (5-1)
- Approved meeting minutes (all in favor)
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Wilton Manors Community Affairs Advisory Board will meet to discuss creating a Hispanic Heritage Month recognition program, review a draft LGBTQ+ History Month nomination form, and continue work on the CAAB mission statement and community awards. The board will also hear a sponsorship request for "The Cook Out" event and receive updates from the city liaison on upcoming holiday events.
- New Business: Hispanic Heritage Month recognition program recommendation (Scott)
- Unfinished Business: Review draft LGBTQ+ History Month nomination form (Mike)
- Unfinished Business: Women's/Black History/Community Spirit Awards forms for 2023 (Robert)
- Presentation/Sponsorship Request: The Cook Out (Jasmen)
- Update from City Liaison: No CAAB support needed for Santa By Sea Event; support needed for Holiday Lighting event Dec. 7 at 6:30pm
The board approved a draft nomination form for the October 2023 LGBTQ+ History Month. Members discussed the potential creation of a Hispanic Heritage Month recognition program and reviewed a draft for a volunteer Public Art Liaison.
- Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved draft nomination form for LGBTQ+ History Month
- Tabled The Cookout presentation
- Tabled New Resident Welcome Wagon discussion
- Agreed to Robert Hadley's investigation into coordination with other city boards
Special Magistrate Hearings
The Special Magistrate heard 14 code compliance cases, dismissing three for compliance and continuing two to future dates. Several properties were found in violation and given deadlines to comply or face daily fines and administrative fees.
- Dismissed cases for 1460 NE 28 Place, 2117 NE 27 Drive, and 300 E Oakland Park Blvd (Complied)
- Amended final order for 1100 West Oakland Park Blvd (Case 21-0002463): $1,300 fine due Jan 6, 2023
- Amended final order for 1100 West Oakland Park Blvd (Case 21-002589): $1,000 fine due Jan 6, 2023
- Ordered 601 NE 29 Drive to comply by Jan 6, 2023 or pay $250/day plus $200 admin fee
- Ordered 2451 NW 9 Terrace to comply by Dec 22, 2022 or pay $300/day plus $200 admin fee
- Approved certification of fines for 2117 Coral Gardens Drive
- Ordered 11 NE 26 Street to pay $1,500 fine and $200 admin fee by March 7, 2023, or pay $150/day
- Ordered 400 NW 20 Street to comply by Jan 6, 2023 or pay $300/day plus $200 admin fee
Firefighters Pension Board
The Board approved the meeting minutes from September 6, 2022, and ratified several invoices and distributions under Receive & File. Members discussed a negative fund performance of -11.72% for the fiscal year to date and noted that Share Plan distributions will occur after the first week of January 2023.
- Approved September 6, 2022 Pension Minutes (Unanimous)
- Ratified Receive & File items including GRS invoices and other professional fees (Unanimous)
DRC - Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from November 17, 2022. The committee reviewed a site plan application for a 20-unit mixed-use building at 2916-2980 N. Andrews Avenue, which the applicant's attorney indicated would be revised.
- Approved November 17, 2022 Development Review Committee Minutes (6-0)
Wilton Drive Improvement District
The District elected Claudia Castillo as Chair and Josie Smith Malave as Vice Chair for 2023. The board approved a contract amendment for digital marketing services and authorized the purchase of new banners. The 2023 meeting calendar and district goals were also approved.
- Elected Claudia Castillo as Chair and Josie Smith Malave as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved September 14 and October 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase of new banners from ExpressColor not to exceed $2,800 (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 meeting dates and 5:00 p.m. meeting time (unanimous)
- Approved 2022 Accomplishments and 2023 Goals as amended (unanimous)
- Approved contract amendment for Lightship Studios digital marketing campaign (unanimous)
- Designated Vice Chair Smith Malave as liaison for Lightship Media marketing video (unanimous)
DRC - Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee approved the October 6, 2022, meeting minutes. The committee discussed several plat, site plan, and rezoning applications for the 'RD Wilton Manors Residential' and 'Generations Wilton Manors' projects, as well as the 'Wilma on the Drive' project, but no final decisions on these applications were recorded.
- Approved October 6, 2022 Development Review Committee Minutes (6-0)
Recreation Advisory Board
The board approved proposed fee schedule changes for the upcoming fiscal year, including increases for dog park memberships, tennis daily play, and Richardson rental and deposit fees. The board also elected its officers and received updates on park capital projects.
- Approved 2022/2023 fee schedule updates (All in favor)
- Elected Patrick Harris as Chair (All in favor)
- Elected Janet Yuen as Vice Chair (All in favor)
- Approved meeting minutes (All in favor)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board approved three site plans, including a large residential project and a specialized pharmacy. The board also granted a distance variance for the pharmacy and tabled the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved Site Plan SP 22-04 for 186-unit development at 3058-3064 N. Andrews Avenue (7-0)
- Approved Site Plan SP 22-03 for adult living facility addition at 1850 NE 26 Street (7-0)
- Approved Conditional Use CU 22-03 for pharmacy at 1409 NE 26 Street (7-0)
- Approved Variance V 22-03 for 5-foot distance separation at 1409 NE 26 Street (7-0)
- Approved Site Plan SP 22-08 for pharmacy at 1409 NE 26 Street (7-0)
- Tabled October 24, 2022 minutes (7-0)
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board will meet to discuss and vote on a $2,500 sponsorship request from Meghan Pearson for community art classes and workshops starting January 2023. The board will also review its mission statement, discuss a new residents welcome program, and receive updates on past events and future recognition programs.
- Sponsorship request: Meghan Pearson seeks $2,500 for art class setup/supply costs, 4 classes/week for 5-8 weeks starting January 2023
- Discussion of CAAB Mission Statement submitted to Commission, pending further action
- Post-event discussion of Spooktacular event held October 20 at the Elementary School
- New business: Hispanic Heritage Month recognition program recommendation
- Update on CAAB 2022 Accomplishments/2023 Goal document submitted to City Clerk's Office
The Community Affairs Advisory Board recommended a partial sponsorship for art workshops and updated the timeline for Black History Month honoree selections. Several items, including a sponsorship request for The Cookout and Hispanic Heritage Month recognition, were tabled.
- Recommended $1,250 sponsorship for Community Art Classes/Workshops (unanimous)
- Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted revised Black History Month nomination form
- Approved moving Black History and Women’s History Month honoree selection up by one month (unanimous)
- Tabled sponsorship request for The Cookout
- Tabled Hispanic Heritage Month recognition program recommendation
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board deferred a request to amend a previously approved site plan for a two-story dining room and office addition to an existing adult living facility at 1850 NE 26 Street, because notification requirements were not met. The board also voted unanimously to move the November 14 meeting start time to 5:00 p.m. due to a conflicting city event. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Deferred SP 22-03 (site plan amendment for adult living facility) due to insufficient notification
- Approved moving November 14 meeting start time to 5:00 p.m. (7-0)
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will discuss several community initiatives, including the Spooktacular event and the 2023 awards forms. Members will also review the 2021/22 final financial statement.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of Spooktacular Event on October 20
- Review of 2023 Women’s, Black History, and Community Spirit Awards forms
- Discussion of a lost dog/Community Bulletin Board requested by Vice Mayor Rolli
- Preparation of 2022 Accomplishments/2023 Goals document
Historical Society
The Historical Society is scheduled to meet on September 15, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and lists no specific discussion items or decisions.
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board will conduct an election for Chair and Vice Chair positions. The board will also discuss various community initiatives including the Spooktacular event and updates to award forms.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of CAAB Mission Statement
- Post-event discussion of Caribbean Island Festival
- Discussion regarding Spooktacular Event on October 20
- Update on Women’s/Black History & Community Spirit Awards forms
Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices
The regular City Commission meeting scheduled for August 9, 2022, has been cancelled for summer recess. The next meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2022.
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to review updates on the Caribbean Island Festival and the board's mission statement. The meeting includes a financial statement review and a new board logo presentation.
- Caribbean Island Festival scheduled for August 13, 3-10 p.m. at Richardson
- CAAB Mission Statement submitted to Commission for pending discussion
- Review of CAAB financial statement
- Presentation of new CAAB logo
Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices
The Wilton Manors Business Association is holding a forum for candidates running for Mayor and City Commission. The event takes place August 1, 2022, at Hagen Park.
- Candidate forum for Mayor and City Commission
Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices
The body is reviewing a project to improve NE 26th Street from Dixie Highway to the eastern City limits at Eastern Middle River. The discussion focuses on traffic calming, pedestrian connectivity, and ADA improvements. A design schedule for 2022 was presented.
- Proposed roadway width narrowing on NE 26th Street
- Proposed sidewalk widening on NE 26th Street
- Roadway restriping on NE 26th Street
- Project limits: Dixie Highway to Eastern Middle River
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Board will review status reports for several community events including the Caribbean Island Festival and the Wilton Manors Car Show. Members will also discuss the CAAB Mission Statement and a proposal for board shirts.
- CAAB Mission Statement update
- I Am Wilton Manors project update
- Bicycle Safety Event status report
- Caribbean Island Festival status report
- Wilton Manors Car Show status report
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to receive updates on city events and administrative requests. The board is discussing a budget request and the status of several community projects.
- CAAB 22/23 Budget request of $5k submitted to City Manager/Finance
- Bicycle Safety Event scheduled for May 14, 2022
- Wilton Manors Car Show scheduled for May 22, 2022
- Caribbean Island Festival scheduled for August 13, 2022
- Status update on the CAAB Mission Statement submitted to the Commission
Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices
The city is holding a public outreach meeting to discuss the redesign of NE 26th Street from Dixie Highway to the eastern city limits. The discussion focuses on roadway improvements intended to increase traffic calming and pedestrian connectivity.
- Proposed roadway width narrowing and sidewalk widening
- Potential installation of medians, landscaping, lighting, and crosswalks
- Proposed lane elimination and addition of bike lanes
- ADA improvements and roadway restriping
- Project design schedule spanning March through December 2022
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board will review several sponsorship requests and upcoming community events. The meeting includes discussions on the Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards, a bicycle safety event, and the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget.
- $500 sponsorship request for the Wilton Manors Car Show
- Request for CAAB to host/provide location for the Caribbean Festival on August 13
- Up to $1,000 spending request for a CAAB Bike Safety Event on May 14
- Review of Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards nominations
- Discussion of the CAAB Budget for fiscal year 2022-2023
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to review nominations for Women’s History Month and the Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards. The board will also discuss updates on local events and a grant application.
- Review of Women’s History Month honoree nominations
- Status report on Caribbean Island Festival
- Planning for Bicycle Safety Event on May 14, 2022
- Update and review of AARP Community Challenge Grant application
- Discussion of Wilton Manors Car Show
Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices
The Community Development Services Department is conducting a workshop regarding the Westside Traffic Study. The session includes a project presentation by Kimley-Horn covering study boundaries, processes, and traffic calming criteria.
- Project presentation by Kimley-Horn regarding study boundary and process
- Discussion of traffic calming criteria
- Public comment period for residents and stakeholders
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to review nominations for Black and Women's History Month honorees. The board will also receive status updates on several community projects and awards.
- Review of Black History nominations (due 2/1/22) and Women's History nominations (due 3/1/22)
- Update on the 'I Am Wilton Manors' project
- Planning for a May 2022 Bicycle Safety Event
- Status report on the Caribbean Island Festival
- Nominations for 2021 Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards (due March 31, 2022)
Community Affairs Advisory Board
The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to review updates on several community projects and festivals. The board will discuss criteria for history month honorees and provide status reports on local events.
- Criteria for Women’s History Month and Black History Month honorees
- Update on 'I Am Wilton Manors' project
- Bicycle Safety Event planned for May 2022
- Status report on Caribbean Island Festival
- Status of Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards for 2021 volunteerism