Wilton Manors public meetings in 2023

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The regular City Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled for the holiday break. The next regular City Commission meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. This notice is procedural only, with no decisions or discussions on the agenda.

• Regular City Commission meeting cancelled for December 26, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for January 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss park rules and regulations, set goals and objectives for 2024, and review accomplishments for 2023. Old business includes tabled items on tennis fees, yard sales, and public art in parks. The board will also receive updates on recreation programs, special events, and park projects.

• Discussion of park rules and regulations
• Review of 2024 goals and objectives and 2023 accomplishments
• Tabled discussion on tennis fees (per George DeFrance)
• Tabled discussion on yard sales (per John Fiore)
• Tabled discussion on public art in parks

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for December 18, 2023, is cancelled.

Historical Society

This is a notice that the Historical Society meeting originally set for December 14 has been moved to Monday, December 18, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Commission Chambers. No other agenda items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from Dec. 14 to Dec. 18, 2023
• Location: Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate is reviewing multiple code enforcement cases involving property maintenance, building permits, and business licensing. Several items include requests for lien reductions following property compliance.

• Lien reduction request for 409 NW 25 Street ($55,800.00 fine)
• Lien reduction request for 925 NW 30 CT ($67,800.00 fine)
• Lien reduction request for 1900 Coral Gardens Drive ($47,400.00 fine)
• Code enforcement case regarding vacation rental licensing at 2861 NE 17 Avenue
• Code enforcement case regarding building permits and stagnant water at 2390 Wilton Drive

RFP Evaluation Committee

The bid opening for the Wilton Manors NE 24th Street Drainage Project (ITB#2024-1) has been moved to a new date and location. The opening will now take place on December 5, 2023, at the City Hall Emergency Operations Center.

• Rescheduled bid opening for ITB#2024-1: Wilton Manors NE 24th Street Drainage Project
• New meeting time: December 5, 2023, at 2:30 P.M.
• New location: City Hall Emergency Operations Center Room, 2020 Wilton Drive

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider three applications for "The Wilton Hotel" at 2505 N. Dixie Highway: a rezoning from Wilton Drive Arts & Entertainment District to Planned Unit Development Commercial, a plat for a 123-room hotel, and a site plan for an eight-story, 123-room hotel. The committee will also approve minutes from October 24, 2023, and take public comment.

• Rezoning application Z 23-01 for 2505 N. Dixie Highway from WDAE to PUD-C
• Plat application PL 23-01 for 123-room hotel
• Site plan application SP 23-03 for 123-room hotel in an 8-story building
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of October 24, 2023 minutes

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

Community Development Services is holding pre-application meetings to discuss a rezoning request for three parcels and a site plan for a townhouse development. These meetings allow city departments and the public to review proposed land use changes and development plans.

• Rezoning request for 1550 NE 26 Street, 2500 NE 15 Avenue, and folio # 494226000536 from CF, RS-5, and B-2 to B-3 (General Business)
• Site plan application for six townhouse units at 2041 NE 9 Avenue

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review proposed amendments to the Urban Center Mixed-Use Districts regulations. The board will also hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a request to increase allowable front yard fence heights from four to ten feet.

• Proposed amendments to Article 030 – Urban Center Mixed-Use Districts
• Variance request for 409 NE 21 Street to allow fences and walls up to ten feet in required front yards

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District is holding a regular meeting to approve the October 10, 2023 draft minutes and receive updates on old business items, including pressure washing, crosswalks, landscaping, and trash bins. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of October 10, 2023 draft minutes
• Update on pressure washing project with Paradise Pressure Washing
• Update on crosswalk construction expected in early 2024
• Update on landscaping contract ending October 31, 2023
• Update on trash bin delivery and placement

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will hear updates on the adopted FY2023-24 budget, year-end closing and external audit, and the WIFIA loan application. They will also discuss two board terms expiring January 31, 2024, and the pending retirement of the Finance Director. The agenda includes a presentation from Leisure Services on vision and future plans.

• Adopted FY2023-24 budget totals $51,706,819 in revenues and expenditures
• Update on year-end closing and external audit
• Update on WIFIA loan application
• Two board terms expiring January 31, 2024
• Finance Director pending retirement

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate Hearing scheduled for November 1, 2023 has been canceled. All cases will be rescheduled to the December 6, 2023 hearing, which will begin at 10:00 AM in the City Commission Chambers.

• Hearing canceled for November 1, 2023
• All cases rescheduled to December 6, 2023 hearing
• December 6 hearing will start at 10:00 AM in City Commission Chambers

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023 has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider several development applications, including a variance and site plan for a duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street, a site plan for 54 multi-family units and commercial space on N. Andrews Avenue, and rezoning, plat, and site plan approvals for a 123-room hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway. The committee will also approve minutes from August 3, 2023, and take public comment.

• Variance V 22-05 to allow a 15-foot front yard reduction (instead of 5 feet) for a duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street
• Site plan SP 22-12 for a 2-unit duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street
• Site plan SP 22-013 for 54 multi-family units and 1,887 sq ft of commercial at 2916-2920, 2932, & 2980 N. Andrews Avenue
• Rezoning Z 23-01 from WDAE to PUD-C for The Wilton Hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway
• Plat PL 23-01 and site plan SP 23-03 for a 123-room, 8-story hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss several new business items including removal of tennis fees, a siren at Hagen Park, homeless and drug use issues, and upcoming events like Santa by Sea. The board will also receive updates on recreation programs, special events, and park projects.

• Removal of Tennis Fees (per George DeFrance)
• Siren @ Hagen Park (per Helena Hantzes)
• Homeless & Drug Use (per Dylan Salem)
• Santa by Sea (per John Fiore)
• Yard Sales (per John Fiore)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a discussion regarding the Code Rewrite Project for the City of Wilton Manors Unified Land Development Regulations (ULDRs). The meeting also includes staff updates on the 2024 board calendar and the November meeting.

• Discussion regarding the Code Rewrite Project for the Unified Land Development Regulations (ULDRs)

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss library operations, including a brochure update, marketing efforts, overdue fines, and a mural update. New business includes reviewing the 2023-2024 library budget, a computer replacement plan, and setting 2024 goals and meeting dates.

• Review of 2023-2024 Library budget as approved by Commission
• Discussion of overdue fines
• Library mural update
• Computer replacement plan
• 2023 Accomplishments and 2024 Goals

Historic Preservation Board - HPB

The Wilton Manors Historic Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve the minutes from September 11, 2023, and adopt the 2024 meeting calendar. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of September 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Adoption of 2024 Historic Preservation Board meeting calendar (Jan 8, Apr 8, Jul 8, Oct 7)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Bid and Pre-Bid Meetings

This is a notice for a pre-bid meeting regarding ITB#2023-16, the NE 24th Street Drainage Improvement Project. The meeting will be held on October 17, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. in the Commission Chambers. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a procedural step for contractors interested in bidding on the project.

• Pre-bid meeting for ITB#2023-16 NE 24th Street Drainage Improvement Project
• Meeting location: Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL
• Meeting date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 11:30 a.m.

PBA Meetings

This meeting was cancelled. The negotiations for a new labor agreement between the City of Wilton Manors and the Broward County PBA that were scheduled for October 16, 2023, will not take place.

• Cancellation of negotiations for new labor agreement between City of Wilton Manors and Broward County PBA

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of September minutes, and updates on old business like pressure washing and crosswalks. New business includes a presentation from Mark Ellert on the Wilton Hotel & Pool Club, setting 2024 meeting dates, and an informational review of marketing analytics from 2018-2023. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed beyond the presentation and date setting.

• Presentation from Mark Ellert on Wilton Hotel & Pool Club
• 2024 meeting dates to be set (2nd Wednesday of month)
• Marketing analytics 2018-2023 informational only
• Updates on pressure washing, crosswalks, landscape, trash bins
• Approval of September 13, 2023 minutes

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will hear 45 new code enforcement cases covering violations such as failure to obtain building permits, vacation rental licensing, landscape maintenance, and noise. One case involves a lien reduction request for a property at 717 NW 23 Street with a total fine and lien amount of $55,921. Several cases involve vacating previous fines and liens from March 1, 2023.

• Case 22-001382: Lien reduction request for 717 NW 23 Street with $55,921 total fine and lien for vacation rental and building permit violations
• Cases 22-001908, 22-002438, 22-002439: Vacating previous fine and lien orders from March 1, 2023 for properties at 1501 NE 24 Street, 2017 NE 26 Street, and 2009-2013 NE 26 Street
• Case 23-002491: Annual inspection and licensing violation at 2050 North Dixie Highway (Gay & Lesbian Community Center)
• Case 23-002330: Unsafe dwelling violation at 2845 North Andrews Avenue A
• Multiple cases involving vacation rental registration and standards violations at properties including 2609 NW 6 Avenue and 1417-1421 NE 22 Street

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The City Commission is holding a budget workshop to discuss two main topics: the Capital Replacement Plan and the possibility of opening City Hall for in-person services five days a week. The capital plan presentation covers best practices for funding asset replacement. The City Hall discussion focuses on the minimal requirements to open Utility Customer Service and Building Permits & Licensing Monday through Friday, while maintaining a four-day work week for employees.

• Presentation on the Capital Replacement Plan, including a 10-year funding projection for assets like vehicles, HVAC, and computer hardware.
• Discussion on opening City Hall Monday through Friday for Utility Customer Service and Building Permits & Licensing, based on a survey of Broward County municipalities.
• Review of the FY 23-24 Capital Replacement Plan, showing a beginning balance of $6,348,061 across all funds.
• Presentation on GFOA best practices for capital asset management and reserve policies.

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for October 3, 2023, has been cancelled. No other items are on the agenda.

PBA Meetings

The City of Wilton Manors is holding a collective bargaining session with the Broward County PBA to negotiate a new labor agreement. The meeting is open for public observation but does not allow public comment or participation.

• Negotiations for a new labor agreement between the City and the Broward County PBA
• Session held at City Hall Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive
• Public may observe but not comment or participate

Historical Society

The Wilton Manors Historical Society will hold a meeting on September 21, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers. The agenda contains only procedural items such as the meeting notice and posting locations.

• Meeting notice posted at City Hall, Hagen Park Library, and website

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Wilton Manors Special Magistrate will hear 41 code enforcement cases on September 13, 2023. Cases include requests to reduce liens, motions to vacate previous orders, and new violations. Most violations involve building permits, but also include property maintenance, signage, and business tax receipt issues.

• Lien reduction request at 2164 NE 25 Street: $203,055.00 total (fine $202,400.00 plus costs)
• Lien reduction request at 35 NE 29 Street: $18,091.00 total (fine $17,400.00 plus costs)
• Motion to vacate previous lien at 1160 NE 24 CT (case 22-000195)
• New case at 500 East Oakland Park Boulevard with 9 violations including signage, litter, and graffiti
• New case at 600 West Oakland Park Boulevard with 4 violations including business tax receipt and litter

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider Resolution 2023-003, which would approve and levy special assessments totaling $100,000 for fiscal year 2023-2024. These assessments fund marketing, promotion, event-based, and administrative services for properties within the district. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes, but the main action is the assessment resolution.

• Resolution 2023-003: Approves and levies $100,000 in special assessments for FY 2023-2024
• Assessments fund marketing, promotion, event-based, and administrative services
• Public hearing on the assessment roll is scheduled for this meeting
• Assessments are non-ad valorem and collected via the Uniform Method
• City Commission will adopt the final FY 2023-2024 budget, including the district's budget

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review proposed changes to traffic study requirements and several residential development projects. The agenda includes requests for plat and site plan approvals for townhouse units at NE 9 Avenue and NE 25 Street.

• Amendments to Section 085-040 regarding Traffic Study or Traffic Statement requirements
• Plat approval for eighteen townhouse units at 'Wilton Yards' (NE 9 Avenue)
• Site plan approval for three townhouse units at 55 NE 25 Street ('LDA 5')
• Site plan approval for the eighteen-unit 'Wilton Yards' project including seven flex or reserve units

The Planning and Zoning Board approved amendments to the Unified Land Development Regulations regarding traffic studies. New rules may require a follow-up traffic study within 24 months of a project's Certificate of Occupancy, backed by a $25,000 security deposit.

• Approved amendments to ULDR Section 085-040 regarding traffic study requirements (7-0)
• Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Historic Preservation Board - HPB

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to swear in new members, select a chair and vice chair, and receive an overview of the city's historic preservation regulations (Section 130-010 and Article 180 of the Unified Land Development Regulations). No specific applications or decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily organizational and informational.

• Swearing in of new board members
• Selection of chair and vice chair
• Overview of Section 130-010 and Article 180 of the ULDR regarding Historic Preservation Board and regulations
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The board held an organizational meeting to review the city's historic preservation regulations and the role of the board as a certified local government. No legislative actions were taken other than the selection of leadership.

• Selected Chair Theisen and Vice Chair Molinet by acclamation

PBA Meetings

The City of Wilton Manors is holding a collective bargaining session with the Broward County PBA to negotiate a new labor agreement. The meeting is open for public observation but does not allow public comment or participation.

• Negotiations for a new labor agreement between the City and the Broward County PBA
• Session held in Commission Chambers at 2020 Wilton Drive
• Public may observe but not comment or participate

Pension Board of Trustees

The General Employee & Police Pension Board will consider a proposed 2024 budget and approve multiple warrants for expenses including legal, consulting, and investment fees. The meeting also includes reports from the attorney and board members.

• Proposed Budget for 2024
• Warrant 2023-020: Judith A. Hoekstra invoice $762.00
• Warrant 2023-021: FPPTA registration $850.00
• Warrant 2023-022: Per diem for trustees $828.00
• Warrant 2023-023: KSDT CPA invoice $600.00

The Board approved amendments to the Investment Policy to include compliance with Florida law and allow private credit investments. The Board also approved a new professional services agreement for legal counsel and several expense warrants.

• Approved Investment Policy update to limit Private Credit Strategy to 15% of total fund assets (Unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman Balistreri to sign the updated Investment Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved new attorney services agreement with $500 monthly retainer (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including warrants 2023-012 through 2023-019 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Firefighters Pension Board

The Wilton Manors Firefighters Pension Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive and file warrants and invoices, and discuss the proposed 2024 budget. The agenda includes routine administrative items and a report from the pension attorney.

• Warrant #2023-010: $206.25 to Judith A. Hoekstra for 9-5-2023 invoice
• Warrant #2023-011: $1,000.00 to KSDT #22325 for 9-25-2023
• Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen and Levinson invoices for 8/31, 9/30, 10/31 2023: $0
• Supplemental Trust Fund Distribution: $83,361.79
• Proposed Budget 2024 discussion

The Board approved KSDT, CPA to perform the audit for $11,100. It also approved a contract update increasing the litigation rate for Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen & Levinson to $350. Several warrants and the June 5, 2023 minutes were approved.

• Approved June 5, 2023 pension minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Receive & File warrants #2023-007 through #2023-009 (Unanimous)
• Approved KSDT, CPA to perform audit for $11,100 (Unanimous)
• Approved attorney litigation fee increase to $350 (Unanimous)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for September 5, 2023

PBA Meetings

The City of Wilton Manors and the Broward County PBA will hold a collective bargaining session on August 29, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the Commission Chambers. The session is open to the public for observation only; no public comment or participation is allowed.

• Negotiations for a new labor agreement between the City and Broward County PBA
• Session open to public observation only
• Location: City Hall Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing a request for plat approval, site plan approval, and several variances for a project known as 'Wilma on the Drive'. The proposal includes 252 midrise units and approximately 56,000 square feet of commercial use.

• Plat approval for 252 midrise units and 56,000 square feet of commercial use at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive
• Site plan approval for 252 multi-family units, a parking garage, and existing/new commercial space
• Variances regarding off-street parking space dimensions and handicap parking measurements
• Variances regarding streetscape landscaping and landscape buffer widths
• Variance regarding hedge height and tree spacing requirements

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 12, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations and public testimony regarding the 'Wilma on the Drive' project, though no final votes on the plat, site plan, or variances were recorded in the provided text.

• Approved June 12, 2023 minutes (6-0)

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Financial Advisory Board will receive updates on the FY 23-24 budget and a proposed amendment to the current year budget, along with third-quarter financial statements. The agenda also includes a continuing education presentation on slip-lining and infrastructure from Emergency Management/Utilities. The meeting is a regular review of the city's financial status.

• FY 23-24 Budget update
• 3Q23 Budget Amendment
• 3Q23 Quarterly Financial Statements
• Slip-lining and Infrastructure Update from Emergency Management/Utilities

The board received updates on wastewater overflow issues and the city's efforts to meet a 1.8 MGD flow limit by 2025. Members also discussed the tentative FY 23-24 millage rate and potential reductions in full-time equivalent positions. No formal votes were taken on the items discussed.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports and discussion

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District Board will discuss final recommendations to the City Commission on whether the district should sunset or be extended for five more years, along with proposed changes to its board structure and meeting schedule. The board will also receive a budget update, hear a sponsorship presentation, and discuss a print marketing campaign.

• Further discussion of recommendations to City Commission on Sunset Provisions
• Budget update
• Presentation by Chuck King regarding event sponsorship
• Discussion of print marketing campaign by Chair Castillo

The Board unanimously approved draft recommendations and goals to continue the Wilton Drive Improvement District until September 30, 2030. Proposed changes include reducing Board membership from seven to five and moving to quarterly meetings. The City Commission is scheduled to discuss the sunset provisions on August 22, 2023.

• Approved May 10, 2023 and July 5, 2023 draft minutes (unanimous)
• Approved draft recommendations and goals to continue WDID to 9/30/30 (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting including a Sunshine Law review, updates on recreation programs and park projects, and discussion of the FY 23/24 Leisure Services fee schedule. The board will also nominate and elect officers and consider old business related to Site 92.

• Sunshine Law review and Q&A with City Clerk Faith Lombardo
• Update on park projects and improvements
• Old business: Site 92
• New business: FY 23/24 Leisure Services Fee Schedule
• Nomination and election of officers

The board elected new officers and approved the FY 23/24 Leisure Services Fee Schedule, though resident hard court fees remain pending further staff analysis. Members received updates on various park improvements and discussed strategies to address homelessness and drug use in city parks.

• Elected John Fiore as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Dylan Salem as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY 23/24 Leisure Services Fee Schedule, excluding resident hard court fees pending staff analysis (unanimous)

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The regular City Commission meeting scheduled for August 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Commission Chambers.

• Cancellation of August 8, 2023, City Commission meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 22, 2023

Planning and Zoning Board

The August 7, 2023, meeting of the Wilton Manors Planning and Zoning Board has been cancelled.

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider three applications for "The Wilton Hotel," a proposed 123-room, eight-story hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway. The items are a site plan approval, a rezoning from Wilton Drive Arts and Entertainment District to Planned Unit Development Commercial, and a plat approval. The committee will also approve minutes from July 25, 2023, and take public comment.

• Site plan SP 23-03 for 123-room, 8-story hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway
• Rezoning Z 23-01 from WDAE to PUD-C for same property
• Plat PL 23-01 for the hotel project
• Public comment period of 3 minutes per speaker

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from its July 25, 2023, meeting. The committee held joint discussions regarding a site plan, rezoning, and plat application for 'The Wilton Hotel' project, though no final decision on those items was recorded.

• Approved July 25, 2023 Minutes (4-0)

PBA Meetings

The City of Wilton Manors will conduct a collective bargaining session regarding a new labor agreement with the Broward County PBA. The meeting is open to public observation, though participants are not permitted to comment.

• Collective bargaining session for a new labor agreement

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a site plan application for 54 multi-family units and 1,880 square feet of commercial space at 2916-2920, 2932, and 2980 N. Andrews Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment. This is a review and decision item for the committee.

• Site plan SP 22-013 for 54 multi-family units and 1,880 sq ft commercial at 2916-2920, 2932, & 2980 N. Andrews Avenue
• Project '2916 Investments' by 2916 Investments LLC
• Land use and zoning: Transit Oriented Corridor West (TOC-W)
• Approval of June 29, 2023 minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from the June 29, 2023 meeting. The committee reviewed a site plan application for a multi-family and commercial project at 2916 N. Andrews Avenue, but no decision was recorded on the application.

• Approved June 29, 2023 Development Review Committee Minutes (4-0)

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

This agenda lists four meeting dates for the Financial Advisory Board in 2023, with no specific discussion items or decisions noted. The meetings are scheduled for May 15, July 19, August 15, and November 6, all at 6:30 pm in the Commission Chambers.

The Finance Director presented the FY 2023-2024 recommended budget, which proposes keeping the millage rate flat at 5.836%. The presentation detailed projected cost increases for insurance, pensions, and medical premiums, as well as revenue drivers from increased property values.

• Proposed millage rate to remain flat at 5.836% for the operating budget
• Approved new operating budget requests for tasers, National Flood Insurance, and Microsoft 365 upgrades
• Approved Emergency Management/Utilities connectivity to City Hall
• Approved Andrews Avenue marketing and business retention project

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine updates and several concrete items, including the proposed 2023/2024 library budget, a library mural, overdue fines, and the status of two board member terms ending October 1, 2023. The agenda also includes a tentative Sunshine law presentation and updates on library doors, brochure, and marketing. This is a regular business meeting with no major policy decisions expected.

• Proposed 2023/2024 Library budget
• Library mural discussion
• Overdue fines discussion
• Two Board member terms ending October 1, 2023
• Library doors and brochure updates

The board approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on ADA compliance, a new library brochure, and marketing efforts. The Library Director reported a $2,400 budget request for 2023-2024 operating funds for programs and speakers.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will hear 41 code enforcement cases, including several lien reduction requests and new violations. The agenda includes properties with violations ranging from building permits to landscape maintenance and parking issues.

• Lien reduction request for $119,994.00 at 1425 NE 24 Street (Case 15-002876)
• Lien reduction request for $203,055.00 at 2164 NE 25 Street (Case 19-002867)
• New case at 2650 N Andrews Avenue with 14 alleged violations (Case 23-000790)
• New case at 600 West Oakland Park Boulevard with 4 alleged violations (Case 23-001069)
• Multiple cases involving building permit violations at various properties

The Special Magistrate processed several code compliance cases, granting lien reductions for five properties. Other actions included dismissing cases for compliance or lack of service, vacating previous orders, and adjudicating new violations.

• Reduced lien at 1425 NE 24 Street from $119,994.00 to $60,000.00
• Reduced lien at 2201 NE 14 Avenue from $37,410.00 to $18,705.00
• Reduced lien at 351 NE 19 Place 102K from $33,960.00 to $17,310.00
• Reduced lien at 808 NW 29 Street from $15,660.00 to $150.00
• Reduced lien at 2117 Coral Gardens Drive from $12,000.00 to $6,660.00
• Dismissed cases for compliance at 2201 Wilton Drive, 2916 NE 1 Avenue, 2300 NE 6 Avenue, and 410 East Oakland Park Boulevard
• Dismissed case at 400 NW 30 CT due to lack of service
• Adjudicated violations and ordered $200 admin fees for 2797 N Andrews Ave and 2633 N Dixie Highway

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for July 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Monday, July 10, 2023, has been cancelled.

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District board will consider Resolution 2023-002 to adopt the final assessment roll for fiscal year 2023-2024, setting non-ad valorem assessments on properties within the district, and schedule a public hearing for comments. The board will also review a new video for digital advertising. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comments.

• Resolution 2023-002: adopts FY 2023-2024 final assessment roll and sets public hearing
• Assessments capped at $100,000 per year per City Commission Resolution 2017-055
• Public hearing to be held at Wilton Manors City Hall, 2020 Wilton Drive
• Review of new video for digital advertising

The Board approved Resolution 2023-002 to adopt the fiscal year 2023-2024 final assessment roll. Members also authorized a contract for pressure cleaning services. The Board discussed potential changes to board composition and the possible sunsetting of the district by the City Commission.

• Approved increase of power washing bid to $8,500 and authorized contract (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-002 regarding FY 2023-2024 final assessment roll (4-0)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a site plan application for a two-unit duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street, including allocation of flexibility, reserve, or redevelopment units, and a related variance to allow a front-yard reduction of up to 15 feet instead of the standard 5 feet on corner lots. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of minutes from June 6, 2023, and public comment.

• Site plan SP 22-12 for duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street (project '57 Wilton Manors')
• Variance V 22-05 to reduce front yard by up to 15 feet on corner lots
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Development Review Committee approved meeting minutes from June 29, 2023, and May 15, 2023. The committee held joint discussions regarding a duplex project at 1308 NE 24 Street and a proposed 123-room hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway, though no final votes on these applications were recorded.

• Approved June 29, 2023 DRC Minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023 DRC Minutes (5-0)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will discuss updates on park operations, public art vandalism, and recreation programs including summer camp and a senior trip to a Marlins game. They will also review park improvement projects at several locations and consider cosponsorship applications from Friends of Wilton Manors Parks and SunServe.

• Public Art Vandalism update
• Pride Fete – August 12th at Richardson Park
• Senior Trip – August 3rd to Marlins Game
• Park Improvement Projects: Island City Cultural Center, Hagen Park, Mickel Park, Island City Park Preserve, Richardson Park, Colohatchee Park
• Cosponsorship Applications – Friends of Wilton Manors Parks and SunServe

The Recreation Advisory Board approved co-sponsorship applications for Sunserve and Friends of Wilton Manors Parks. The board also discussed various park maintenance projects and a trial expansion of hours for the Colohatchee Dog Park.

• Approved co-sponsorship for Friends of Wilton Manors Parks (All in favor)
• Approved co-sponsorship for Sunserve senior luncheons (All in favor)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Initiated trial period to open Colohatchee Dog Park on Wednesdays starting July 1

Historical Society

The Wilton Manors Historical Society is meeting on June 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. The only item on the agenda is a notice that the meeting location has been changed from City Hall Commission Chambers to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) room at the same address, 2020 Wilton Drive.

• Meeting location changed to City Hall Emergency Operations Center (EOC) room

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The City Commission will hold an executive session (closed to the public) on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 6:30 PM in the City Hall Emergency Operations Center Room to discuss negotiations with the Police Benevolent Association (PBA). A regular City Commission meeting will follow immediately after the closed session. The agenda contains only this procedural notice.

• Executive session to discuss PBA negotiations
• Location changed to City Hall Emergency Operations Center Room (EOC), 2020 Wilton Drive
• Regular City Commission meeting to follow immediately after executive session

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing a request for plat approval, site plan approval, and several variances for a new project. The proposal includes 252 midrise units and 56,000 square feet of commercial use.

• Plat approval for 252 midrise units and 56,000 square feet of commercial use at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive
• Site plan approval for a parking garage and multi-family units at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive
• Variances regarding off-street parking space width and length requirements
• Variances regarding handicap parking space dimensions
• Variances regarding landscape buffer widths and tree planting requirements

The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously voted to postpone three items related to the 'Wilma on the Drive' development to a future date uncertain. The board also determined that the start time for the next meeting will remain at 7 p.m.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed plat approval PL 22-01 for 252 midrise units and 56,000 sq ft commercial use at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive (7-0)
• Postponed variance request V 22-04 for parking and landscaping at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive (7-0)
• Postponed site plan approval SP 22-06 for 252 multi-family units and commercial use at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive (7-0)
• Determined next meeting start time will remain at 7 p.m.

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will hear 42 code enforcement cases, including two lien reduction requests for properties at 2733 North Andrews Avenue and 2748 North Dixie Highway. Most cases involve building permits, property maintenance, and business tax receipt violations. The meeting is scheduled for June 7, 2023, at 2:00 pm.

• Lien reduction request for 2733 North Andrews Avenue: $70,034 total fine for 692 days of non-compliance
• Lien reduction request for 2748 North Dixie Highway: $25,884 total fine for 168 days of non-compliance
• Fine reduction hearing for 2151-2171 Wilton Drive: $19,200 for 127 days out of compliance
• Multiple building permit violations at properties including 2308 NE 18 Avenue, 2506 NE 6 Avenue, and 2675 North Andrews Avenue
• Business tax receipt violations at Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Greater Fort Lauderdale and Elegant Gallery

The Special Magistrate heard several code compliance cases, resulting in significant fine reductions for three properties and the dismissal of six others. Other cases were continued or had fines certified.

• Reduced fines for 2733 North Andrews Avenue from $70,034 to $35,359
• Reduced fines for 2748 North Dixie Hwy from $25,884 to $13,626
• Reduced fines for 2151-2171 Wilton Drive from $19,594 to $1,394
• Vacated order from 4/5/23 for 2308 NE 18 Avenue
• Dismissed cases for 1425 NE 24 CT, 2500 Wilton Drive, 500 NE 26 DR, 1776 NE 26 Street, and 2845 North Andrews Avenue
• Dismissed cases for 620 NE 28 Street and 820 West Oakland Park Boulevard due to compliance
• Certified fines for 1900 Coral Gardens Drive, 1432 NE 24 Street, and 2157 Coral Gardens Drive
• Continued hearing for NE 26 Street to 7/12/23

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider three applications for 'The Wilton Hotel', a proposed 123-room, eight-story hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway. The items are a site plan (SP 23-03), a rezoning from WDAE to PUD-C (Z 23-01), and a plat approval (PL 23-01). The committee will also approve minutes from May 15, 2023, and take public comment.

• Site plan SP 23-03 for 123-room, 8-story hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway
• Rezoning Z 23-01 from Wilton Drive Arts & Entertainment District to Planned Unit Development Commercial
• Plat PL 23-01 for the same hotel project
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of May 15, 2023 minutes

The Development Review Committee jointly discussed a site plan, rezoning, and plat application for a 123-room hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway. No final vote was recorded for these items; the committee provided a list of required comments and documentation for the applicant. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Firefighters Pension Board

The Wilton Manors Firefighters Pension Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving and filing invoices, and discussing a memo on House Bill 3 from the pension attorney. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of March 7, 2023 pension minutes
• Receive and file warrants totaling $6,912.00, including KSDT, GRS, and legal invoices
• Discussion of House Bill 3 via pension attorney memo dated 5/31/2023
• Bookkeeping services and new business items

The Board unanimously approved the March 7, 2023 meeting minutes. Members also unanimously ratified several payment warrants for professional services and invoices. The Board discussed the removal of bookkeeping services from future agendas and received a report on House Bill 3 regarding investment policy guidelines.

• Approved March 7, 2023 Pension Minutes (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant #2023-003 KSDT Invoice $2,900.00 (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant #2023-004 GRS Invoice $1,162.00 and KSDT, CPA Invoice $2,100.00 (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant #2023-005 Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen and Levinson $250.00 (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant #2023-006 Judith A. Hoekstra $500.00 and Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen and Levinson $0 (Unanimous)

Pension Board of Trustees

The Wilton Manors General Employee & Police Pension Board is meeting to approve routine items and discuss new business, including investment portfolio reviews, a fee increase request, and fiduciary insurance renewal. The agenda is largely procedural, with consent items for minutes and warrants, and reports from the attorney and board members.

• Approval of March 7, 2023 pension minutes
• Warrants totaling $25,893.14 for invoices from KSDT, GRS, Southeastern Advisory Services, Klausner Kaufman Jensen Levison, Judith A. Hoekstra, and Garcia Hamilton & Associates
• Gabriel Roeder Smith valuation for fiscal year ending 9/30/2023
• Southeastern Advisory Services fee increase request
• Fiduciary insurance renewal expiring 07/25/2023

The Board approved the actuarial valuation for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, and authorized a fee increase for Southeastern Advisory Services. Members also voted to seek presentations from private credit managers and renew fiduciary insurance.

• Approved FYE 9/30/2023 valuation with required City contribution of $1,605,634 (Unanimous)
• Approved fee increase for Southeastern Advisory Services from $22,300 to $27,300 per year (Unanimous)
• Approved request for presentations from private credit managers (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Fiduciary Insurance Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved notary renewal for Judith A. Hoekstra (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including warrants 2023-007 through 2023-011 (Unanimous)

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District Board is holding a Business Recognition Award meeting on May 24, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The sole purpose is to present Hunters Nightclub with the Business Recognition Award at 2232 Wilton Drive. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of Business Recognition Award to Hunters Nightclub
• Meeting location: Hunters Nightclub, 2232 Wilton Drive
• Notice posted May 22, 2023

PBA Meetings

The City of Wilton Manors will hold a public negotiation session with the Broward County PBA for a new labor agreement. The public may observe but cannot comment or participate.

• Negotiations for a new labor agreement between the City and the Broward County PBA
• Session open to public observation only, no participation allowed

Historical Society

The Wilton Manors Historical Society will hold a meeting on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers. The agenda contains only procedural notice and location details, with no specific items for decision or discussion listed.

• Meeting date: Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: City Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, Florida
• Notice posted on May 10, 2023 at City Hall, Hagen Park, and Library
• Advertised on the city website

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved a site plan for 252 multi-family units and commercial space at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive. The committee also granted six variances regarding parking dimensions, landscaping, and buffers for the property at 2262 Wilton Drive.

• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved six variances for 2262 Wilton Drive regarding parking size, landscaping, and buffers (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 'Wilma on the Drive' (252 multi-family units and commercial use) conditional upon addressing outstanding comments by May 17, 2023 (6-0)

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Financial Advisory Board will discuss the revised FY 2023-24 budget timetable and calendar, receive an update on budget preparation, and review the second-quarter financial statements and a quarterly budget amendment. The board will also continue education on wages and benefit budget calculation and review a strategic plan performance report presented to the City Commission on May 9, 2023.

• Review of 2Q23 quarterly financial statements showing General Fund revenues of $15.6 million and expenditures of $11.5 million through March 31, 2023
• Discussion of revised FY 2023-24 budget timetable with key dates including July 19 review with Financial Advisory Board and September 26 final budget public hearing
• Continuing education item on wages and benefit budget calculation
• Strategic plan update: performance report presented to Commission on May 9, 2023
• Quarterly budget amendment discussion

The Board received educational briefings on wage and benefit budget calculations and a performance report on the City's Strategic Plan. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Scheduled Emergency Management/Utilities Director presentation for August 2023

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District will hold a regular meeting to discuss old business items, including the purchase of additional trash bins, sidewalk cleaning, and the Castillo/Lightship video. They will also discuss a joint meeting with the Wilton Manors Business Association in July 2023 and future goals for the district. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and other routine matters.

• Further discussion of purchase of additional trash bins (quote for 10 receptacles at $1,493.75 each, total $17,225.50)
• Further discussion of sidewalk cleaning (previously approved up to $7,500)
• Further discussion of Castillo/Lightship video
• Further discussion of Sunset and Future Goals
• Further discussion of joint meeting with Wilton Manors Business Association in July 2023

The Wilton Drive Improvement District approved the use of reserve funds to purchase 10 trash bins. The board also selected Fast Print for banners and scheduled sidewalk pressure cleaning for June 19, 2023.

• Approved $17,225 from reserve funds for 10 additional trash bins (Unanimous)
• Approved 4-12-23 Draft Minutes (Unanimous)
• Selected Fast Print for WDID banners

RFP Evaluation Committee

The Evaluation Committee will meet to review proposals for RFP #2023-12, a telecommunications study. The meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2023, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at City Hall's EOC Conference Room. No decisions are expected; the committee will only evaluate submitted bids.

• RFP #2023-12 Telecommunications Study
• Meeting at City Hall EOC Conference Room, 2020 Wilton Drive
• Evaluation Committee meeting, not a public hearing

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review several requests related to the 'Generation at Wilton Manors' development. These items include rezoning parcels to Transit Oriented Corridor East, approving a plat for 190 midrise units, and reviewing site plans for commercial use.

• Rezoning of multiple parcels near 1401 NE 24 Street from Limited Industrial and Multi-Family to Transit Oriented Corridor East
• Plat approval for 190 midrise units and 10,000 square feet of commercial use
• Request to vacate a portion of the right of way adjacent to 1225 NE 24 Street
• Variances for sign dimensions and quantity at 1225 NE 24 Street
• Site plan approval for 190 multi-family units, 9,031 square feet of commercial use, and a parking garage

The Planning and Zoning Board voted to recommend approval of three applications for the Generation at Wilton Manors project: rezoning three parcels to Transit Oriented Corridor East (TOC-E), plat approval for 190 midrise units and 10,000 sq ft of commercial space, and vacation of a portion of right-of-way on NE 24 Street. The recommendations are subject to conditions including upgrades to Lift Station 11 and a developer's agreement for road closure. Final approval requires City Commission and Broward County Board of County Commissioners action.

• Recommended approval of rezoning from LI and RM-16 to TOC-E for three parcels (Z 22-02)
• Recommended approval of plat for 190 midrise units and 10,000 sq ft commercial (PL22-03)
• Recommended approval of right-of-way vacation adjacent to 1225 NE 24 Street (VAC 22-02)
• Elected Tim Theisen as Chair and Rudy Molinet as Vice Chair
• Approved minutes of April 17, 2023 meeting

Special Magistrate Hearings

The special magistrate will hear 34 code enforcement cases, including new violations and certifications of fines. Cases cover issues like landscape maintenance, building safety, business tax receipts, and vacation rental registration.

• Case 21-001905: 3073 NE 6 Ave — landscape, overgrowth, curbing, and litter violations; fines of $150/day certified
• Case 22-000194: 545 NE 23 St — building code violation; request to vacate previous order
• Case 22-003202: 2009 NE 25 St — vacation rental and amusement device license violations; $250/day fines
• Case 23-000909: 1809 Coral Gardens Dr — vacation rental receptacle and landscape violations
• Case 23-001112: 2500-2504 NW 9 Lane — business tax and rental inspection violations

The special magistrate certified fines for multiple properties, including $4,700 for a vacation rental violation, and dismissed or complied cases for others. Several new violations were found, with deadlines set for compliance or further fines.

• Certified $4,700 fine for 2009 NE 25 St vacation rental violation (18 days at $250/day plus $200 admin fee)
• Certified fines for 3073 NE 6 Ave (77 days out of compliance at $150/day) and 1440-1444 NE 26 St
• Dismissed cases for 1600 NE 27 Dr (boat/trailer), 3073 NE 6 Ave (continued then dismissed), 1809 Coral Gardens Dr, 513 NE 21 Ct #535, 1438 NE 26 St, 320 W Oakland Park Blvd, 805 NE 23 Dr, and 2031 Wilton Dr
• Vacated previous order for 545 NE 23 St (case 22-000194)
• Adjudicated case for 545 NE 23 St (case 23-000781) with finding of fact
• Found violations at 1909 NE 26 Dr, 2201 NE 9 Ave, 2201 Wilton Dr, 404 E Oakland Park Blvd, and 2149 NE 27 Dr, giving until June 2 or Aug 1, 2023 to comply or face $250/day fines
• Continued 8 cases to June 7, 2023 hearing

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

The City Commission is holding a pre-application meeting to review a site plan for a proposed eight-story, 123-room hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway. The property owner is Wilton Five Points Partners LLC, and the land use is Transit Oriented Corridor with Wilton Drive Arts and Entertainment District zoning. This is a preliminary review before formal application, with public comment allowed.

• Site plan for 8-story, 123-room hotel at 2505 N. Dixie Highway
• Property owner: Wilton Five Points Partners LLC
• Land use: Transit Oriented Corridor (TOC); Zoning: Wilton Drive Arts and Entertainment District (WDAE)
• Reviewers include Police, Fire, Building, Utilities, Engineering, Waste Management
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a plat application and a site plan for an 18-unit townhouse project called 'Wilton Yards' at 2662-2700 NE 9 Avenue, including allocation of seven flex/reserve units. They will also review a site plan for a three-unit townhouse project at 55 NE 25 Street. The meeting includes roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Plat application PL 22-04 for 18-unit townhouse project 'Wilton Yards' at 2662-2700 NE 9 Avenue
• Site plan SP 22-14 for same project, including allocation of 7 flex/reserve units
• Site plan SP 23-01 for 3 townhouse units at 55 NE 25 Street ('LDA Ventures 5')
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Development Review Committee approved a plat and site plan for the 18-unit Wilton Yards project and a site plan for the 3-unit LDA Ventures 5 project. All approvals are contingent upon the applicants addressing outstanding staff comments by May 4, 2023.

• Approved April 18, 2023 minutes
• Approved plat application PL 22-04 for 18-unit 'Wilton Yards' townhouse project (7-0)
• Approved site plan application SP 22-14 for 18-unit 'Wilton Yards' townhouse project (7-0)
• Approved site plan application SP 23-01 for 3-unit 'LDA Ventures 5' townhouse project (7-0)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss recreation updates, including summer camp registration and special events, as well as park improvement projects at several locations. They will also review old business and consider new items such as a presentation on Colohatchee Expansion and Hagen Satellite Volleyball Courts.

• Summer Camp Registration
• Hagen Park Repurposing
• CDBG 48th Year – Energy Efficient Lighting
• Park Improvement Projects at Island City Cultural Center, Hagen Park, Mickel Park, Island City Park Preserve, Richardson Park
• Presentation on Colohatchee Expansion and Hagen Satellite Volleyball Courts

The Recreation Advisory Board approved a motion to support a presentation to the City Commission regarding the Colohatchee Expansion and Hagen Satellite Volleyball Courts. The board also expressed support for using Island City Foundation funds for higher quality vanities at Mickel Park.

• Approved motion to support Director Parks' presentation to City Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Supported use of foundation funds for higher quality vanities at Mickel Park

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

The Community Development Services pre-application meeting will discuss a land use plan amendment, rezoning, and site plan for 2749 NE 14 Avenue. The property owner proposes changing the designation from Community Facility to Low-5 Residential and rezoning to Single Family, with a renovation of the existing building into a single-family home with an ancillary recreation court.

• Land use plan amendment from CF (Community Facility) to R-LD (Low-5 Residential) for 2749 NE 14 Avenue
• Rezoning from CF (Community Facility) to RS-5 (Single Family) for the same property
• Site plan review for renovation and change of use of an existing community facility building to a single-family home with an ancillary recreation court
• Property owner is David Conway
• Multiple city departments and consultants listed as reviewers

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a site plan application (SP 22-12) for a two-unit duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street, known as "57 Wilton Manors," including allocation of flexibility, reserve, or redevelopment units. The committee will also review a variance request (V 22-05) to allow a front yard reduction of up to 15 feet instead of the standard 5 feet for corner or multiple-front-yard lots. Both items are for the same property, owned by Home Equity Ventures LLC, and are in a Transit Oriented Corridor land use with Multi-Family Residential (RM-16) zoning. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of April 4, 2023 minutes, and public comment.

• Site plan approval for duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street (SP 22-12)
• Variance to reduce front yard by up to 15 feet instead of 5 feet (V 22-05)
• Owner/Agent: Home Equity Ventures LLC
• Land use: Transit Oriented Corridor (TOC); Zoning: Multi-Family Residential (RM-16)
• Public comment allowed for 3 minutes per speaker

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting. The committee also jointly discussed a site plan and variance application for a duplex project at 1308 NE 24 Street, though no final decision on those applications was recorded.

• Approved April 4, 2023 Development Review Committee Minutes (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board received requests for a deferral regarding the 'Wilma on the Drive' project at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive. The project involves proposed midrise units, commercial space, and several land use variances.

• Plat approval deferral for 252 midrise units and 56,000 square feet of commercial use at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive
• Variance requests regarding parking space dimensions and handicap parking requirements
• Variance requests regarding landscape buffers, fencing, and shade trees
• Site plan approval deferral for 252 multi-family units and commercial space at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive

The Board deferred three applications for the 'Wilma on the Drive' project to a special meeting. The Board also adjusted the start time for the May 8 meeting and scheduled a new session for May 17.

• Approved March 13, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Deferred plat approval (PL 22-01) for 'Wilma on the Drive' to a later date
• Deferred variance requests (V 22-04) for 'Wilma on the Drive' to a later date
• Deferred site plan approval (SP 22-06) for 'Wilma on the Drive' to a later date
• Approved special meeting on May 17 at 6 p.m. to hear 'Wilma on the Drive' applications (unanimous)
• Approved changing May 8 meeting start time to 6 p.m. (unanimous)

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old business including ADA compliance and library doors, brochure updates, and marketing. New business includes the director's quarterly report, a preliminary discussion of board member terms ending in October, and a review of a draft donation policy.

• ADA compliance / Library doors update
• Library brochure update
• Library marketing and awareness update
• Director's quarterly report
• Book donation policy draft review

The board approved the minutes from January 23, 2023, and voted to support library staff in developing a formal book donation policy. The board also received updates on parking lot improvements, ADA compliance, and marketing efforts.

• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved support for library staff to create a book donation policy

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of March minutes, and old business items including the chair's report, further discussion of the Castillo/Lightship video, an update on the Lightship Media digital marketing campaign, the Visit Fort Lauderdale Resource Center, Sunset and future goals, sidewalk cleaning, and banners for NE 6 Av. The agenda is largely discussion-focused with no new business items listed. The attached March minutes show the board approved a budget resolution and discussed the district's potential sunset in December 2024.

• Further discussion of Castillo/Lightship Video
• Update on digital marketing campaign by Lightship Media
• Further discussion of Sunset and future goals
• Further discussion of Sidewalk Cleaning
• Further discussion of Banners for NE 6 Av

The Board approved spending up to $7,500 for pressure-cleaning sidewalks and authorized the purchase of banners for NE 6 Ave. Members discussed potential future goals and the possibility of continuing the District beyond its sunset date.

• Approved March 8, 2023 Draft Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk cleaning not to exceed $7,500 (approved by consent)
• Approved purchase of banners for NE 6 Ave (unanimous)

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Wilton Manors Special Magistrate will hear 50 code enforcement cases on April 5, 2023. Cases cover violations including building without permits, overgrown vegetation, exterior building conditions, and vacation rental licensing. Many cases involve properties at 2741 NE 8 Avenue for building safety violations.

• Case 22-003494 at 2808 North Dixie Highway with 11 violations including outdoor storage, fences, and building condition
• Case 23-000114 at 2288 Wilton Drive for feather flags and banners violation
• Case 23-000433 at 2312 Wilton Drive for failure to obtain local business tax receipt
• Case 23-000444 at 2533 NW 9 Terrace for failure to obtain vacation rental license and building permit
• 24 cases at 2741 NE 8 Avenue for building safety violations under the Florida Building Code

The Special Magistrate adjudicated numerous code enforcement cases, resulting in multiple dismissals for compliance and several new fines. Other properties were given deadlines to comply or face daily fines, and several existing liens were certified.

• Approved lien reduction for 2008 NE 3 Avenue from $20,450.00 to $10,555.00
• Vacated previous order imposing fines and liens for 2450 NE 15 Avenue
• Dismissed 22 cases due to compliance, including 17 properties at 2741 NE 8 Avenue
• Certified fines and liens for 3058-3062 N Andrews Ave, 2725 NE 6 Ln, 601 NE 29 Drive, and 141 NE 30 Street
• Adjudicated $4,700 fine for 100 West Oakland Park Boulevard
• Ordered $200 admin fees for 137 Almar Drive, 2616 NE 14 Avenue, 2616 NE 16 Avenue, 2213 NE 15 Terrace, and 2150 Wilton Drive
• Issued compliance deadlines for 15 properties with potential fines of $250 per day
• Continued cases for 1440-1444 NE 26 Street, 1951 NE 2 Avenue, and 1809 Coral Gardens Drive

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved a minor site plan for a restaurant buildout at 2716 N. Dixie Highway, pending the resolution of police department comments. Two other site plan applications for residential and mixed-use projects were discussed but no decisions were recorded.

• Approved minor site plan for Dicey’s Wilton Manors (7-0), conditional upon addressing Police Chief Blocker's comments by April 13, 2023
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

PBA Meetings

The City of Wilton Manors will hold a collective bargaining session with the Broward County PBA to negotiate a new labor agreement. The public may observe but not comment or participate.

• Collective bargaining session on March 29, 2023 at 2:00 PM
• Location: Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive
• Negotiations for a new labor agreement with Broward County PBA

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment Steering Committee will hold a meeting to discuss or decide on matters related to the assessment. The meeting is scheduled for one hour in the Commission Chambers.

• Meeting of the Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment Steering Committee
• Location: City Hall Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive
• Duration: 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Historical Society

This agenda only announces a change of location for the Wilton Manors Historical Society Board of Directors business meeting. The meeting remains scheduled for Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 6:30 P.M., but moves from the City Hall Commission Chambers to the City Hall Emergency Operations Center room at 2020 Wilton Drive. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting location changed to City Hall Emergency Operations Center room
• Address: 2020 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL
• Meeting date and time unchanged: March 16, 2023 at 6:30 P.M.

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

This agenda is a cancellation notice. The Community Development Services pre-application meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 8:30 p.m. has been cancelled. No other business is listed.

• Cancellation of pre-application meeting on March 15, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider multiple applications for the 'Generations at Wilton Manors' project, including a vacation of rights-of-way, variances, rezoning, plat, and site plan approvals. The project involves 190 residential units and commercial space on properties along NE 24 Street and NE 13 Avenue. The committee will also approve minutes and take public comment.

• Vacation of rights-of-way adjacent to 1225 NE 24 Street (VAC 22-02)
• Variances for sign dimensions and number of perpendicular signs at 1225 NE 24 Street (V 23-02)
• Rezoning from RM-16 and I-L to TOC-E for parcels at 1401 NE 24 Street and adjacent rights-of-way (Z 22-02)
• Plat approval for 190 residential units and 10,000 sq ft commercial (PL 22-03)
• Site plan approval for 190 residential units and 7,153 sq ft commercial (SP 22-09)

The Development Review Committee jointly approved a vacation application, variance request, rezoning, plat, and site plan for the Generations at Wilton Manors project. Approval is subject to the applicant addressing outstanding comments by March 20, 2023.

• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Vacation Application VAC 22-02 (5-0)
• Approved Variance Application V 23-02 (5-0)
• Approved Rezoning Application Z 22-02 (5-0)
• Approved Plat Application PL 22-03 (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan Application SP 22-09 (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Board will consider an ordinance to vacate a portion of NE 25 Street. Additionally, the agenda includes quasi-judicial public hearings regarding properties on NE 28 Street and NE 26 Street.

• Ordinance No. 2023-XX: Request by Wilton 26 Street Property LLC to vacate portion of NE 25 Street
• Public Hearing V 23-01: Property located at 1806 NE 28 Street
• Public Hearing SP 22-11: Property located at 1402-1444 and 1456 NE 26 Street

The Board approved a variance request to reduce a side yard setback from 7.5 feet to 6 feet for a single-family home addition. Two other items regarding the Wilton 26 Street Property LLC were postponed to April. The Board also moved the start time of the April 17 meeting to 6:00 p.m.

• Approved variance V 23-01 to reduce side yard setback from 7.5 to 6 feet at 1806 NE 28 Street (7-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Postponed vacation application VAC-22-01 for NE 25 Street to April meeting (7-0)
• Postponed site plan approval SP 22-11 for 1402-1444 and 1456 NE 26 Street to April meeting (7-0)
• Changed April 17 meeting start time to 6:00 p.m. (7-0)

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District (WDID) will hold its regular meeting to review and approve the 2023-2024 budget, which totals $118,600 in appropriations. The board will also discuss nominations for the Business Recognition Program, an update on sidewalk cleaning, and seasonal banners at NE 6 Av Plaza. A video produced by Lightship Studios and Chair Castillo will be discussed.

• Review and approve 2023-2024 WDID budget of $118,600
• Nominations for WDID Business Recognition Program
• Update on sidewalk cleaning
• Discussion of seasonal banners at NE 6 Av Plaza
• Discussion of video by Lightship Studios and Chair Castillo

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2023-001 to adopt the 2023-2024 budget for transmittal to the City Commission. The Board also approved a new digital marketing campaign proposal and selected the first business for a recognition program.

• Approved 2023-2024 budget via Resolution 2023-001 (unanimous)
• Approved Lightship Media digital marketing campaign proposal (consensus)
• Selected Hunter's as the first business for the WDID Business Recognition Program (consensus)
• Approved February 8, 2023 draft minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred sidewalk cleaning update to a later date

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

The Wilton Manors Community Development Services is holding a pre-application meeting to review a site plan for two single-family homes proposed at 321 NE 22 Street. The meeting includes roll call and public comment, with the site plan as the only substantive item. The property is zoned RS-5 (Single Family) with a low-density residential land use.

• Site plan review for two single-family homes at 321 NE 22 Street
• Property owner: Guy M. Eitan
• Zoning: RS-5 (Single Family)
• Land use: R-LD (Low Density Residential)
• Public comment allowed for 3 minutes per speaker

Pension Board of Trustees

The Wilton Manors General Employee & Police Pension Board of Trustees will meet to review quarterly investment reports, discuss the investment return assumption rate, and consider new business items. The agenda includes consent items for approving minutes and paying invoices, plus reports from the bookkeeper and attorney. The board will also discuss notification of deaths of retired members.

• Consent agenda includes warrants totaling over $30,000 for professional services (e.g., GRS, KSDT, Southeastern Advisory Services)
• New business: GRS Investment Return Assumption – Preliminary Calculations
• Quarterly portfolio reports from Garcia Hamilton, Southeastern Advisory Services, and ARA Core Property Fund
• Attorney report: Memo on SECURE 2.0 Act and internal controls against fraud
• Discussion: Notification of Deaths of Retired Members

The Board approved a reduction in the investment return assumption for the 2023 valuation. Trustees also approved the draft financial audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and authorized the chairman to sign the representation letter.

• Approved staying at 6.40% return assumption for 2022 and lowering to 6.30% for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes with spelling correction (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items to receive and file warrants 2022-036 through 2023-006 (Unanimous)
• Approved draft audit for FYE September 30, 2022 with plan membership correction (Unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman Balistreri to sign the Management Representation Letter (Unanimous)

Firefighters Pension Board

The Wilton Manors Firefighters Pension Board is meeting to approve minutes, ratify warrants, and receive reports. New business includes a presentation of draft financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and signing a management representation letter. The board will also hear reports from the pension attorney on internal controls and the SECURE 2.0 Act.

• Receive & file warrants totaling $15,146.00, including payments to GRS, KSDT, and Klausner Kaufman
• KSDT presentation of draft financial statements for FYE 9/30/2022
• Management Representation Letter requires signature
• Pension attorney memos on internal controls and SECURE 2.0 Act

The Board approved the draft financial statements for the year ending September 30, 2022, with corrections to participant counts. Members also accepted the actuarial valuation report and authorized the Chair to sign the representation letter.

• Approved December 6, 2022 Pension Minutes
• Ratified warrants #2022-015, #2022-017, #2023-001, and #2023-002 (Unanimous)
• Approved FYE September 30, 2022 draft financial statements subject to participant count corrections (Unanimous)
• Approved Chair to sign the representation letter (Unanimous)
• Accepted the actuarial valuation report for 10/1/2022-9/30/2023 (Unanimous)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider two applications for the 'Wilton Yards' project, an 18-unit townhouse development located at 2662, 2680, 2688-2690, 2692-2696, and 2700 NE 9 Avenue. The agenda includes a request for plat approval and a request for site plan approval, which involves allocating seven of the units as flex or reserve units. The property is currently zoned RM-16 (Multi-Family Residential) with a land use designation of R-L/MD (Low Density Residential).

• Plat Application PL 22-04 for 18-unit townhouse project at 2662-2700 NE 9 Avenue
• Site Plan Application SP 22-14 for 18-unit townhouse project with 7 flex/reserve units
• Project known as 'Wilton Yards' owned by People Places 9th Avenue, LLC, Audrey Place LLC, and FH & L of Boca Raton Inc.
• Zoning is RM-16 (Multi-Family Residential) and Land Use is R-L/MD (Low Density Residential)

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from February 28, 2023. The committee jointly discussed a plat and site plan application for an 18-unit townhouse project called 'Wilton Yards,' addressing various outstanding staff comments.

• Approved February 28, 2023 DRC Minutes (6-0)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss recreation programs, park projects and improvements, and old and new business. Key items include a co-sponsorship application for a Pride concert at Richardson Park, park improvement projects, and a board attendance policy.

• Co-Sponsorship Application-GENAVAS / Café Society Pride Concert at Richardson Park
• Hagen Park Repurposing
• CDBG 48th Year – Energy Efficient Lighting
• Parking Lot Projects
• Parks Long Term Plan

The Recreation Advisory Board approved a co-sponsorship for the GENAVAS / Café Society Pride Concert at Richardson Park. The board also approved the 2022-2023 Goals and Accomplishments with an added goal to paint the Powerline Bridge. Members agreed to move future meetings to the third Wednesday of every other month.

• Approved co-sponsorship of GENAVAS / Café Society Pride Concert at Richardson Park (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 Goals and Accomplishments with addition of Powerline Bridge painting (Unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Decided to meet on the third Wednesday every other month moving forward
• Requested a list of projects from Director Parks to help advocate for park standards

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Wilton Manors Special Magistrate will hear numerous code enforcement cases, including new violations, requests to reduce or vacate fines and liens, and certifications of fines for properties that came into compliance. The agenda includes cases involving building permits, landscaping, noise, and other code issues.

• Lien reduction request for 520 NE 20 Street: $64,094.00 total fine for 253 days of non-compliance
• Lien reduction request for 3073 NE 6 Avenue: $4,694.00 total fine for 27 days of non-compliance
• New case at 3095 N Andrews Avenue with 8 violations including hard junk, stagnant water, and signs
• New case at 2266 Wilton Drive (Georgie's Alibi) for building permit violation
• Multiple cases for building permit violations at properties including 408 W Oakland Park Blvd, 400 NE 26 Drive, and 1100 NE 23 Drive

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider multiple applications for two major developments: Generations Wilton Manors (190 residential units and commercial space) and Wilma on the Drive (252 midrise units and commercial space). Items include vacation, variance, rezoning, plat, and site plan approvals. Public comment is allowed.

• Vacation of rights of way adjacent to 1225 NE 24 Street for Generations Wilton Manors
• Variance to increase sign band height from 2 to 3 feet at 1224 NE 24
• Rezoning of parcels to TOC-E for Generations Wilton Manors
• Plat and site plan for 190 residential units and 7,153 sq ft commercial at Generations Wilton Manors
• Plat and site plan for 252 midrise units and 56,000 sq ft commercial at Wilma on the Drive (2200-2292 Wilton Drive)

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the strategic plan update and set priorities for the FY 2023-24 budget. The agenda includes a presentation on the strategic plan, a discussion of key performance indicators for each goal, and a request for the Commission to identify specific objectives for staff to focus on. This is a discussion and planning session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Strategic Plan Update presentation
• Discussion of Commission priorities for FY 2023-24 budget
• Review of key performance indicators for six strategic goals
• Integration of strategic plan into budget process
• Public comments allowed for 3 minutes per person

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board public meeting scheduled for February 16, 2023, at 6:00 PM at Mickel Park has been cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Planning and Zoning Board

The February 13, 2023 meeting of the Wilton Manors Planning and Zoning Board has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Financial Advisory Board will review the draft first-quarter financial statements for fiscal year 2022-23 and discuss the timetable, calendar, and public meetings for the FY 2023-24 budget. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair and set its 2023 meeting dates. The agenda includes public comment and general discussion.

• Review of 1Q23 draft financial statements showing General Fund revenues of $12.1 million and expenditures of $4.77 million
• Discussion of FY 2023-24 budget timetable, calendar, and public meetings
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Setting 2023 meeting dates
• Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker

The Board unanimously elected Mark Freeman as Chair and Van Gosselin as Vice Chair. Members reviewed draft first-quarter financial statements and the upcoming FY 23-24 budget timetable. No other substantive votes were taken.

• Elected Mark Freeman as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Van Gosselin as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The board approved a $10,000 annual fee for the Stonewall Pride organization and $2,800 for a donor brick program. Members also passed rules for a business recognition program. A proposal for an interactive map program was tabled for further research.

• Approved $10,000 annual fee for Stonewall Pride organization (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,800 for donor brick program (unanimous)
• Approved rules for business recognition program (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled interactive map program until next month (unanimous)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider two site plan applications and one variance request. The main items are a proposed duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street (project '57 Wilton Manors') requiring both site plan approval and a front-yard setback variance, and a minor site plan for a dumpster enclosure and pass-thru window at 2726 N. Dixie Highway for a pending restaurant tenant. Public comment is allowed for three minutes per speaker.

• Site plan SP 22-12 for a 2-unit duplex at 1308 NE 24 Street, project '57 Wilton Manors', by Home Equity Ventures LLC
• Variance V 22-05 to allow front yard reduction up to 15 feet instead of 5 feet for corner/multiple-front-yard lots at 1308 NE 24 Street
• Site plan SP 22-15 for new dumpster enclosure and pass-thru window replacement at 2726 N. Dixie Highway, project 'Dicey's Wilton Manors', owner 2716 & 2724 North Dixie LLC
• Approval of minutes from January 31, 2023 meeting

The committee approved a site plan for 266 multi-family units and 7,800 square feet of commercial use, along with a right-of-way vacation, contingent on addressing outstanding comments. Other applications for 'Wilma on the Drive' and 'Generations Wilton Manors' were discussed but no final decisions were recorded in these minutes.

• Approved VAC 22-10 and SP 22-11 for RD Wilton Manors Residential – East (8-0), pending electronic and hard copy updates by February 1, 2023
• Approved January 18, 2023 DRC minutes (8-0)
• Approved December 20, 2022 DRC minutes (5-0)

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Wilton Manors Special Magistrate will hear 35 code enforcement cases on February 1, 2023, covering violations such as building without permits, overgrown lots, abandoned properties, and vacation rental licensing. One case involves a lien reduction request for a property at 208 NE 27 Drive, where the owner owes $130,988 in fines and costs for a 868-day violation. The magistrate will decide on fines, compliance orders, and lien certifications.

• Case 20-000047: $130,988 total fine for property at 208 NE 27 Drive (hazardous conditions, roof, fascia, fence violations)
• Case 22-002856: Vacation rental registration and license violations at 609 NW 25 Street
• Case 22-002922: Abandoned property violations at 2841 NW 9 Ave (security, maintenance, unsafe structure)
• Case 22-003255: Unsafe structure and abandoned property at 604 NE 29 Drive
• Case 22-000538: Thai Me Up restaurant at 2389 Wilton Drive faces $250/day fine for multiple violations

The Special Magistrate certified fines for 17 properties and dismissed 7 cases after compliance was met. Several other properties were found in violation and given new deadlines to comply or face daily fines.

• Reduced lien for 208 NE 27 Drive to $65,175.00
• Dismissed cases for 325 NE 21 Street, 704 NE 22 Drive, 400 NW 29 ST, 423 NE 26 ST, 2031 Wilton Dr, 604 NE 29 Drive, and 1533 NE 27 Street
• Approved certification of fines for 15 properties, including 35 NE 29 Street and 2008 NE 3 Avenue
• Approved certification of admin fees for 640 NW 25 Street, 2451 NW 9 Terrace, and 316 NE 27 Drive
• Ordered compliance by 3/3/23 for 2731 NE 1 Terrace, 2009 NE 25 Street, and 141 NE 30 Street or face fines
• Ordered compliance by 4/5/23 for 620 NE 28 ST, 108 NE 26 Drive, 417 NE 26 Drive, and 624 NW 21 Street or face fines
• Ordered compliance by 4/2/23 for 2841 NW 9 AVE or face fines
• Continued hearings to 3/1/23 for 3073 NE 6 Avenue, 3058-3062 N Andrews Ave, 408 West Oakland Park Blvd, 2200 NE 26 Street, and 400 NE 26 Drive

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider several applications for the 'Wilma on the Drive' project at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive, including a plat, variances, and a site plan for 252 midrise units and commercial space. They will also review a site plan and rights-of-way vacation for the 'RD Wilton Manors Residential – East' project at 1402-1444 NE 26 Street. Public comment is allowed.

• Plat application PL 22-01 for 252 midrise units and 56,000 sq ft commercial at 2200-2292 Wilton Drive
• Variance request V 22-04 to reduce parking space dimensions to 8.5x18 ft and drive aisle widths to 22 ft
• Site plan SP 22-06 for 252 multi-family units, 24,430 sq ft new commercial, and parking garage
• Vacation of rights of way VAC 22-01 for NE 25 Street between NE 13 and NE 15 Avenues
• Site plan SP 22-11 for 266 multi-family units and 7,800 sq ft commercial at 1402-1444 NE 26 Street

The Committee approved a site plan for 266 multi-family units and 7,800 square feet of commercial use, along with a right-of-way vacation, contingent on the applicant addressing outstanding comments by February 1, 2023. Other projects, including 'Wilma on the Drive,' were discussed but no final vote was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved VAC 22-10 and SP 22-11 for RD Wilton Manors Residential – East (8-0), pending comment resolution by Feb 1, 2023
• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss regulations in the Urban Center Mixed-Use District, including non-residential ground floor retail and parking requirements. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. Public comments are invited.

• Review of previous workshop on Article 30
• Discussion of non-residential ground floor retail
• Discussion of parking requirements
• Discussion of city-wide parking dimensions

RFP Evaluation Committee

The RFP Evaluation Committee is meeting to evaluate proposals for marketing and public relations consulting services under RFP #2023-07. The meeting is scheduled for January 31, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the Emergency Operations Room at City Hall, 2020 Wilton Drive. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and location details, with no additional discussion items listed.

• Evaluation of RFP #2023-07 for marketing and public relations consulting services

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The City of Wilton Manors Community Development Services Department is holding a workshop to present and discuss the findings of the Westside Neighborhood Traffic Calming Study. The workshop includes presentations by staff and engineering consultant Kimley-Horn, followed by public comments from residents and stakeholders. Two sessions are offered at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on January 30, 2023, in the City Commission Chambers.

• Presentation of Westside Neighborhood Traffic Calming Study findings by Kimley-Horn
• Public comments from residents and stakeholders
• Workshop held at City Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive
• Two sessions at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Written comments accepted until 12pm prior to workshop

RFP Evaluation Committee

The RFP Evaluation Committee meeting scheduled for January 26, 2023, to evaluate proposals for fixed-cost copier services (RFP #2023-09) has been cancelled. The notice provides no reason for the cancellation or any rescheduling information.

• Meeting cancelled for RFP #2023-09 (fixed cost copier services)
• Original meeting time: Thursday, January 26, 2023, 2:00 PM
• Location: EOC Conference Room, City Hall, 2020 Wilton Drive

PBA Meetings

The City of Wilton Manors and the Broward County PBA will hold a bargaining session for a new labor agreement. The public may observe but not comment or participate.

• Negotiations for a new labor agreement between the City and Broward County PBA
• Session open to public observation only
• Held at Commission Chambers, 2020 Wilton Drive

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss old business including accomplishments and objectives for 2022/2023, additional exterior lighting, ADA compliance, and the library brochure. They will also hear the director's quarterly report and discuss library marketing and awareness. The meeting includes public comments and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2022
• Discussion of accomplishments and objectives for 2022/2023
• Additional exterior lighting
• ADA compliance
• Library marketing and awareness

The board reviewed the Library Directors Report and the 2022-2023 Objectives and Accomplishments. No formal votes were recorded for policy changes or expenditures. The meeting focused on reporting updates regarding parking, staffing, and facility maintenance.

• Reviewed 2022-2023 Objectives and Accomplishments
• Proposed moving Accomplishments section before Objectives section in report
• Proposed replacing Five-Year Review of Library Materials Selection Policy with a three-year collection development plan
• Reviewed updates on parking lot resealing, restriping, and lighting

Historical Society

This is a notice for the Historical Society's annual membership meeting and program, scheduled for Thursday, January 19, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the Manor House in Richardson Park. The agenda contains only procedural details about the meeting's time, location, and distribution of the notice; no substantive business items are listed.

• Annual membership meeting and program
• Location: Manor House, Richardson Park, 1937 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL
• Notice posted at City Hall, Hagen Park, and Library; advertised on website

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from December 20, 2022. Multiple site plan, rezoning, and plat applications for the 'RD Wilton Manors Residential – East' and 'Generations Wilton Manors' projects were discussed, but no final approvals were granted pending electronic and hard copy resubmittals by January 23, 2023.

• Approved December 20, 2022 DRC minutes (5-0)

RFP Evaluation Committee

The RFP Evaluation Committee is meeting to evaluate proposals for marketing and public relations consulting services under RFP #2023-07. The meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Emergency Operations Room at City Hall. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and location details, with no additional discussion items listed.

• Evaluation of RFP #2023-07 for marketing and public relations consulting services

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

The Community Development Services pre-application meeting will review a site plan application for three townhouse units at 55 NE 25 Street, submitted by LDA Ventures 5 LLC. The meeting includes roll call and public comment, with the application subject to review by multiple city departments. This is a preliminary step before formal application.

• Site plan for 3 townhouse units at 55 NE 25 Street
• Applicant: LDA Ventures 5 LLC
• Land use: Low Medium – 10 Residential (R-L/MD)
• Zoning: Multi-Family Residential (RM-16)
• Public comment allowed (3 minutes per person)

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate Hearing scheduled for Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the City Hall Commission Chambers has been cancelled. The notice was dated and posted on January 9, 2023. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Cancellation of Special Magistrate Hearing on 2023-01-11

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District will hold a regular meeting to discuss safety improvements on Wilton Drive, marketing updates including a presentation on interactive maps, beautification projects like sidewalk cleaning, and a review of Ordinance 2014-011, which established the district and is set to sunset on December 9, 2024. The board will also consider approving the November 29, 2022 draft minutes and recognize Deck the Drive winners.

• Safety improvements on Wilton Drive
• Presentation by Alan Beck on interactive maps
• Banner locations and plans
• Consideration of sidewalk cleaning
• Review of Ordinance 2014-011 and discussion of sunset

The board approved the minutes from November 29, 2022. Members discussed the potential sunset of the district on December 9, 2024, and reviewed a proposal for interactive maps, but no further formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved November 29, 2022 Draft Minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Planning and Zoning Board

The board will hear a presentation from the City Attorney on the role of the Planning and Zoning Board and Sunshine Laws. They will also consider approval of minutes from October and November 2022 meetings. No rezonings, contracts, or other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Presentation by City Attorney on board member role and Sunshine Laws
• Approval of minutes from October 24, 2022
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2022
• Public comments allowed for up to three minutes per person

The Board approved the meeting minutes from October 24, 2022, and November 14, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of a presentation by the Assistant City Attorney regarding the Board's role, Sunshine Law, public records, and ethics.

• Approved October 24, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 minutes (7-0)

PBA Meetings

This agenda is a notice of cancellation. The scheduled negotiations for a new labor agreement between the City of Wilton Manors and the Broward County PBA, set for January 4, 2023, were cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. No other business is listed.

• Cancellation of labor negotiations between City of Wilton Manors and Broward County PBA
• Original meeting time: Jan. 4, 2023, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
• Location: City Hall Commission Chambers

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 3, 2023 has been cancelled. This is a procedural notice only, with no items to be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancellation notice dated and posted 12/19/22