Wilton Manors public meetings in 2025

Historical Society

The Wilton Manors Historical Society will meet at the Island City Park Preserve. The provided agenda contains only the meeting notice and no specific discussion items.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review program and special‑event updates and park improvement reports. It will consider Employee of the Quarter nominations for October, November, and December 2025. The board will also present the city's 2025 recreation accomplishments and outline goals for 2026.

• Employee of the Quarter nominations – October, November, December 2025
• Presentation of 2025 recreation accomplishments and 2026 goals
• Updates on programs and special events
• Updates on park improvements
• Public comments

The board approved the meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. Gus Haynes was selected as Employee of the Quarter with a 6‑1 vote. A motion to keep the 2025 accomplishments and goals unchanged for 2026 passed unanimously. The motion to select Tyler Morehouse as Employee of the Quarter was not adopted.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Selected Gus Haynes as Employee of the Quarter (6-1 vote)
• Motion to keep 2025 goals unchanged for 2026 approved (voice vote, unanimous)
• Motion to select Tyler Morehouse as Employee of the Quarter not adopted

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes three resolutions: extending a consulting agreement with Calvin, Giordano & Associates, adding appropriations to the FY 2025‑26 budget, and approving a Verizon equipment addendum. A motion will also be taken on additional WIFIA loan issuance costs. New business items include property‑tax proposals from Commissioner Rolli and a strategy to collect parking citations requested by Vice Mayor Caputo.

• Resolution No. 2025-087: amend agreement with Calvin, Giordano & Associates for general‑planning consulting services
• Resolution No. 2025-088: appropriate additional funds for the FY 2025‑26 budget
• Resolution No. 2025-089: approve addendum and one‑time equipment offer with Verizon Wireless Services, LLC
• Motion to approve additional WIFIA loan cost of issuance – Ford & Associates and Moody's Investors Service
• Property tax proposals requested by Commissioner Rolli

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The cancellation notice was posted on November 24, 2025.

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Unit will hold a Special Magistrate Hearing on December 3, 2025 to consider new violation cases. Several property owners have requested lien reductions, with amounts ranging from $4,250 to $116,750 based on days of non‑compliance. The hearing will review compliance status for violations such as building permits, local business tax receipts, vacation‑rental standards, and property maintenance codes.

• Case 23‑003020: 1408 NE 24 St – lien reduction request of $116,750 for 467 days of non‑compliance; violations include building permit approvals and local business tax receipts.
• Case 25‑000354: 2312 NE 6 Ave – lien reduction request of $24,250 for 97 days; violations include local business tax receipts and required license posting.
• Case 25‑000731: 2316 NE 6 Ave – lien reduction request of $4,250 for 17 days; violations include local business tax receipts, license posting, and vacation‑rental safety standards.
• Case 25‑002583: 2401 NE 19 Ave – multiple code violations covering landscape maintenance, roofs and gutters, fences, and building‑permit approvals.
• Case 25‑002682: 2316 NE 18 Ave – violations include fascia, landscape maintenance, pools, fences, and litter/vegetation standards.

The Special Magistrate Hearing approved lien reductions for four properties, lowering amounts owed by $57,464 to $116,750. One case was closed as already complied, and another was continued to January 7, 2026. Several violations resulted in certified fines and liens with admin fees due in early 2025.

• Lien for 1408 NE 24 St reduced from $116,750.00 to $59,286.00 (due 3/3/25)
• Lien for 2312 NE 6 Ave reduced from $24,250.00 to $12,836.00 (due 3/3/25)
• Lien for 2316 NE 6 Ave reduced from $4,250.00 to $1,573.50 (due 3/3/25)
• Lien for 2405 NE 7 Ave reduced from $4,250.00 to $3,061.00 (due 3/3/25)
• Case for 31 NE 27 Dr closed as complied prior to 12/3/25
• Case for 2300 NE 6 Ave continued to 1/7/26
• Fines for 909-917 NE 22 Dr certified; lien recorded, $225 admin fee due 4/5/25
• Fines for 2725 NE 18 Terrace certified; lien recorded, $225 admin fee due 6/7/25

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Community Affairs Advisory Board will approve the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes, receive updates from the chair and city liaison, and review unfinished business including a neighborhood‑association outreach script, nominations for Black History Month and Women’s History Month, and funding guidelines for CAAB sponsorships. New business includes consideration of the Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Award nominations, which are due March 15.

• Approve November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss CAAB outreach script for upcoming neighborhood association meetings (Jan 14‑28)
• Call for nominations for 2025 Black History Month (Feb) and Women’s History Month (Mar) in Winter Town Crier
• Establish funding guidelines for CAAB sponsorships
• Consider Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Award nominations (due March 15)

The board approved the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting after correcting a misspelled name. A motion was carried to partner with HotSpots/Happening Out for the February 7, 2026 Black History Month cook‑out and the March Women’s History Month fashion‑meets‑art event. The revised outreach script for neighborhood associations was approved for use, and the board agreed to partner with the South Florida Bears Group for sponsorship opportunities. Discussions on sponsorship‑funding guidelines and a key community‑concern recommendation were postponed to the January 2026 meeting.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes with corrected name (carried)
• Approved partnership with HotSpots/Happening Out for Black History Month cook‑out and Women’s History Month fashion event (carried)
• Approved revised script for neighborhood association outreach (carried)
• Tabled discussion on CAAB sponsorship funding guidelines to January meeting
• Tabled discussion on key community‑concern recommendation to January meeting
• Approved CAAB partnership with South Florida Bears Group for sponsorship opportunities (consensus yes)

Firefighters Pension Board

The Board will review the proposed 2026 budget and the Summary Plan Description for approval. The meeting includes the filing of several warrants and the selection of 2026 meeting dates.

• Proposed Budget 2026
• Summary Plan Description review
• 2024 Firefighters’ Supplemental Compensation Distribution of $73,865.67
• Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company warrant for $7,389.00
• Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen & Levinson warrant for $750.00

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting will review a site plan application for Bell Pharmacy, a medical clinic in an existing commercial building at 2201 Wilton Drive, and a conditional use request for the same project. It will also consider a site plan for a new development of fourteen fee‑simple townhouse units at 114‑124 NW 25 Street and 117 NW 24 Street. The agenda includes roll call, approval of September 8, 2025 minutes, a public comment period, and adjournment.

• Roll Call
• Approval of September 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Site Plan Application SP 25-03 for Bell Pharmacy at 2201 Wilton Drive
• Conditional Use Application CU 25-02 for Bell Pharmacy at 2201 Wilton Drive
• Site Plan Application SP 25-04 for 14 townhouse units at 114‑124 NW 25 St and 117 NW 24 St (Wilton 114 LLC)

Pension Board of Trustees

The Wilton Manors Pension Board will approve the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes and receive several invoices and a $500,000 capital call. New business includes reviewing Mariner Institutional LLC's Q3 investment policy guidelines and discussing the proposed 2026 budget. The board will also set the dates for its 2026 meetings.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 pension minutes
• Invoices: Judith A. Hoekstra $556.25; FPPTA registration $850.00; GRS $7,650.00; etc.
• Principal Asset Management capital call of $500,000.00
• Mariner Institutional LLC Q3 investment policy goals and guidelines
• Proposed budget for fiscal year 2026

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board will review its 2025 accomplishments and set goals for 2026. It will consider a letter recommending that the board be reinstated to seven members. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and scheduling the next meeting on January 26, 2026.

• Review of 2025 accomplishments and 2026 goals
• Letter recommending reinstatement of the Library Advisory Board to seven members
• Scheduling of the next regular meeting for January 26, 2026

The Library Advisory Board reviewed 2025 accomplishments and set 2026 goals. The board approved a motion to write to the City Commission asking that the Library Advisory Board be restored to seven members. Heidi Melius will draft the letter, obtain the chair’s signature, and send it to the City Clerk on December 1, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for January 26, 2026.

• Approved motion to request reinstatement of the Library Advisory Board to seven members; letter to be drafted and sent to City Clerk (no vote tally recorded)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 26, 2026

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission will consider several consent‑agenda items, including approvals for a new wastewater pump, a $10,000 charitable donation, conversion of excess vacation time to compensation, and the purchase of six police pursuit‑rated vehicles. They will also discuss the developer summit report and the Article 30 HUB Height Map, and approve the 2026 meeting schedule. Public comments are invited and proclamations for World AIDS Day and the WMBA 75‑year anniversary will be made.

• Resolution 2025-083: approve agreement with Center for Public Safety Management, LLC for police department assessment
• Resolution 2025-084: approve agreement with Florida‑Spectrum Environmental Services, Inc. for drinking water collection, testing, and reporting
• Motion to purchase one new replacement wastewater pump for Lift Station #11
• Motion to donate $10,000 to the Area Agency on Aging of Broward County
• Motion to purchase six police pursuit‑rated vehicles for the Police Department

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair, review marketing proposals, and adopt performance goals and standards for 2026. The board also plans to install Pride bike racks and request a budget transfer for a Broward County tax fee.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of 2026 goals, objectives, and performance measures
• Review of Public Relations and Marketing Proposals
• Install Pride Bike Racks with funding from 602-5520-5641
• Request budget transfer of $2,000 from Contingencies to Professional Services

The Wilton Drive Improvement District Board approved the 2025-04 resolution adopting goals and performance measures, re‑elected Chair Claudia Castillo and Vice Chair Stratos Papachristopoulos, and set the 2026 meeting dates. It also approved a budget transfer of $2,000 to cover a new 2% tax‑collector fee and authorized up to $1,900 for Pride‑colored bike racks. The meeting was recessed and scheduled to reconvene on November 18, 2025.

• Approved the 2025-04 resolution adopting goals, objectives, and performance measures (voice vote, unanimous)
• Re‑elected Claudia Castillo as Chair and Stratos Papachristopoulos as Vice Chair (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved the 2026 meeting dates: Feb 11, Jul 8, Sep 16, Nov 18 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved a budget transfer of $2,000 from Contingencies to Professional Services for the Broward County Tax Collector 2% fee (voice vote, unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Pride bike racks not to exceed $1,900, pending site selection (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved the Business Recognition Awards for January and March 2026 (consensus)
• Recessed the meeting and scheduled reconvening on November 18, 2025 at 4 p.m. (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved the minutes of the November 12, 2025 meeting (voice vote, unanimous)

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

The City Commission will hold a pre‑application meeting to discuss a site plan application for a 149‑unit multifamily development with seven live/work units and 1,400 sq ft of commercial space at 3058‑3064 N. Andrews Avenue. The project is classified under the Transit Oriented Corridor West (TOC‑W) land use and zoning. Reviewers from several city departments will be present, and the public may comment for up to three minutes. No final decision will be made at this meeting; it is for review and comment.

• Site plan application for 149 multifamily units with 7 live/work units at 3058‑3064 N. Andrews Ave.
• Includes 1,400 sq ft of commercial use.
• Land use and zoning: Transit Oriented Corridor West (TOC‑W).
• Review by Community Development Services, Fire Prevention, Emergency Management/Utilities, Police, Building Official, Engineering Consultant, and Coastal Waste and Recycling.
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker).

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Wilton Drive Improvement District board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, review public‑relations and marketing proposals, and discuss the installation of Pride bike racks. It will also consider a $2,000 budget transfer from the Contingencies fund to Professional Services. Additional items include holiday decorations and setting 2026 meeting dates.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of public‑relations and marketing proposals
• Install Pride bike racks (funded from capital outlay account 602‑5520‑5641)
• Request $2,000 budget transfer from 602‑5520‑5951 (Contingencies) to 602‑5520‑5311 (Professional Services)
• Deck the Drive holiday decorations

The board unanimously approved the purchase and installation of six Pride‑colored bicycle racks on Wilton Drive, not to exceed $1,900. It also re‑elected Claudia Castillo as Chair and Stratos Papachristopoulos as Vice Chair, adopted Resolution 2025‑04, set the 2026 meeting schedule, approved a $2,000 budget transfer for the Broward County Tax Collector fee, and confirmed the January and March Business Recognition award recipients. The meeting was recessed to reconvene on November 18, 2025.

• Approved 09.15.25 minutes (voice vote unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑04 (voice vote unanimous)
• Re‑elected Claudia Castillo as Chair and Stratos Papachristopoulos as Vice Chair (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates: Feb 11, July 8, Sep 16, Nov 18 (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved Pride bike racks purchase not to exceed $1,900 (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 budget transfer for Broward County Tax Collector 2% fee (voice vote unanimous)
• Selected Business Recognition award recipients: Apartment 9F (Jan 5 2026) and Papa Duke’s (Mar 2 2026) (consensus)
• Recessed meeting to reconvene Nov 18, 2025 at 4 p.m. (voice vote unanimous)

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will consider a proposal from the Chief of Police regarding open carry. It will receive a financial update for June 2025 and set the meeting schedule for fiscal year 2026. The board will also approve minutes from several prior meetings.

• Chief of Police — Open Carry
• Financial Update — June 2025
• FY2026 Meetings Schedule
• Approval of minutes for July and August 2024 and 2025
• Public comments (three‑minute limit per speaker)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss updates to the city's land development rules. The primary focus is a public hearing regarding changes to platting regulations.

• Public hearing on amendments to Article 090, “Plats” of the Unified Land Development Regulations

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to establish funding guidelines for sponsorships and discuss nominations for Black History Month and Women's History Month. The board will also continue reviewing its 2025/2026 accomplishments and goals document.

• Establishment of CAAB sponsorship funding guidelines
• Call for 2025 Black History Month and Women's History Month nominations
• Review of 2025/2026 CAAB Accomplishments & Goals document
• Discussion of $500 Art Week sponsorship recommendation
• Report on neighborhood associations outreach script

The Community Affairs Advisory Board approved the $500 Art Week sponsorship recommendation submitted by CAAB, and the City Manager approved an additional $500, forwarding both amounts to Finance for processing. The board also approved a motion to request Wilton Manors Police Department presence at future CAAB meetings. Minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting were approved, and the script for neighborhood‑association outreach was tabled pending a member’s attendance. The board decided CAAB will not be needed for the December 4 Holiday Lighting Event.

• Approved $500 Art Week sponsorship recommendation (forwarded to Finance)
• Approved additional $500 city contribution for Art Week (forwarded to Finance)
• Approved motion to request WMPD presence at CAAB meetings
• Approved minutes from October 8, 2025 meeting
• Tabled CAAB script for neighborhood associations outreach (pending member attendance)
• Determined CAAB will not be needed for Holiday Lighting Event on Dec 4

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will review various code compliance cases involving building permits, landscape maintenance, and business tax receipts. Some hearings include requests for lien reductions for properties that have returned to compliance.

• Lien reduction request for 316 NW 29 Street ($156,900.00)
• Lien reduction request for 2654 North Andrews Avenue ($88,500.00)
• Lien reduction request for 2125 NW 2 Avenue ($43,250.00)
• Hearing for 3061 NE 4 Avenue regarding business tax receipts and outdoor storage
• Hearing for 2809 NW 7 Avenue regarding vacation rental standards

The magistrate granted a 50% lien reduction for three properties, dismissed one case due to an incorrect service address, issued a final order for full abatement and cost recovery on another property, and certified fines and recorded liens for numerous other violations.

• 50% lien reduction granted for 316 NW 29 St (Case #22-001546) – $79,311 due by 2/3/26
• Case #24-000898 dismissed because the service address was incorrect
• 50% lien reduction granted for 2125 NW 2 Ave (Case #24-003053) – $22,336 due by 2/3/26
• Final order signed for abatement with full cost recovery for 637 NW 29 Ct (Case #24-002263)
• Continuances issued for 2300 NE 6 Ave extending compliance dates to 12/3/25 (Case #24-002336)
• Fines certified and liens recorded for multiple properties (e.g., 2324 NE 17 Terrace, 824 NW 29 Ct, 1501 NE 27 St, etc.)

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Financial Advisory Board meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum.

Public Art Advisory Board (PAAB)

The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Annual Public Art Project Plan.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Annual Public Art Project Plan

The Public Art Advisory Board held a voice vote and unanimously elected Sherman Yee as Chair and Megan Pearson as Vice Chair. The board was reminded of the $69,000 Public Art Fund and asked to submit ideas for the Annual Public Art Project Plan at the next meeting. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• Chair elected: Sherman Yee (unanimous voice vote)
• Vice Chair elected: Megan Pearson (unanimous voice vote)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Wilton Manors Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items or decisions were presented. The notice was posted on October 29, 2025.

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City Commission will discuss options for the city's parking program and the Article 30 HUB Height Map. The body is also considering an interlocal agreement for fire rescue services with the City of Fort Lauderdale.

• Resolution 2025-082: Interlocal agreement with City of Fort Lauderdale for fire rescue services
• Resolution 2025-081: Appointment of seven members to the Public Art Board
• Presentation on options for the City's Parking Program
• Disbursement of Law Enforcement Forfeiture Trust Funds (LEFTF) expenditures for FY2025/26
• Charitable donation to First Call for Help of Broward, Inc. dba 211 Broward

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will discuss several items, including a report on open‑carry firearm public meetings, library hours, overdue fines, and non‑resident card fees. The primary agenda item is the 2025/2026 library budget and a state grant for libraries. The board will also review an art policy update, marketing efforts, and a possible partnership with the Broward County Library System.

• 2025/2026 Library Budget and State Grant for Libraries
• Open carry of firearms – public meetings
• Library overdue fines
• Non‑City resident library card fees
• Potential partnership with Broward County Library System

The Board approved the purchase of member shirts and the Art in Public Places plan, which will be overseen by a new Art Advisory Board. It set new library hours for each day of the week and eliminated overdue fines as of October 13, 2025. The Board also decided not to apply for the 2025‑2026 state library grant. A motion to ask the city commissioners to restore the Board to seven members was made and seconded, but no vote was recorded.

• Approved board member shirts (sizes to be coordinated by Director Larsen)
• Approved Art in Public Places plan and will recruit an Art Advisory Board
• Set library operating hours: Mon/Tue/Thu 10 am‑6 pm; Wed 12 pm‑8 pm; Fri 10 am‑4 pm; Sat 10 am‑2 pm
• Eliminated overdue fines effective October 13 2025
• Decided not to apply for the 2025‑2026 state library grant
• Motion made to request reinstating Board size to seven members (seconded, pending decision)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve previous minutes, discuss FY2026 budget and fee schedule updates, and nominate Employee of the Quarter.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• FY26 Leisure Services Fee Schedule discussion
• FY2026 Budget discussion
• Employee of the Quarter nominations
• Public comments

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City Commission will consider initiating foreclosure action on a code lien for the property at 648‑652 West Oakland Park Boulevard owned by Marcia Howell. The agenda includes routine consent items such as adopting the consolidated fee schedule, approving the municipal elections agreement, and authorizing an amendment to the shuttle services contract. Unfinished business includes discussion of EVgo revenue allocation, and the public is invited to comment on any issue.

• Foreclosure action on code lien for 648‑652 West Oakland Park Blvd (owner: Marcia Howell)
• Resolution 2025-077: Adopt consolidated fee schedule for City Clerk, Police, Community Development Services and amend other department fee schedules
• Resolution 2025-078: Approve municipal elections agreement with Broward County Supervisor of Elections
• Resolution 2025-079: Authorize first amendment to Circuit Transit shuttle services agreement
• Resolution 2025-080: Approve additional appropriations for FY 2025‑26 budget

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing on two applications for 2010 Wilton Drive. Item CU 25-01 is a request for conditional use approval of a medical marijuana retail center by 1785 LLC, represented by Matthew H. Scott, Esquire. Item SP 25-02 is a request for site‑plan approval for the same medical marijuana retail center, also by 1785 LLC and represented by Mathew H. Scott, Esquire. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting and accept public comments.

• CU 25-01: Conditional use request for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive (owner 1785 LLC, attorney Matthew H. Scott)
• SP 25-02: Site‑plan request for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive (owner 1785 LLC, attorney Mathew H. Scott)
• Approval of minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting
• Public comments period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance)

Historic Preservation Board - HPB

The board will swear in new members Chris Boylan and Scott Reale. Staff will discuss changing the regular meeting time. The meeting will also cover routine items such as approving minutes, a public comment period, and adjournment.

• Swearing in of new board members Chris Boylan and Scott Reale
• Staff comment to discuss a new meeting time
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Adjournment

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will discuss a sponsorship request for the Wilton Manors Art Week and review the board's 2025/2026 goals. The body will also discuss participation in upcoming city events including a movie night and holiday lighting.

• Sponsorship request for $500 from Wilton Manors Art District for Art Week (Nov 6-9, 2025)
• Discussion of CAAB booth for Halloween Spooktacular Movie Night on Oct 17
• Status of CAAB participation in Holiday Lighting Event on Dec 4 at Flippen Park
• Review of 2025/2026 Accomplishments & Goals document
• Discussion on scoring process for History Months Nomination forms

The advisory board voted to recommend a $500 sponsorship for the first annual Wilton Manors Art Week to the City Manager. It also approved spending up to $200 on candy for the Halloween Spooktacular Movie Night. A motion was carried to remove the 10‑point bio requirement from the history‑months scoring sheet and reallocate those points. Minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting were approved.

• Recommended $500 sponsorship for Wilton Manors Art Week (motion carried)
• Approved up to $200 candy spending for Halloween Spooktacular (motion carried)
• Removed 10 points for bio from history months scoring sheet (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from September 3, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate Hearing will review 29 new code‑compliance cases. Many cases include requests to reduce liens based on days of non‑compliance and include staff cost estimates. The magistrate will consider each property's violations and the associated lien amounts before issuing final reports.

• Case #2: 634 NE 20 Street – lien reduction request for $133,250 (533 days non‑compliant) and $711 staff cost estimate.
• Case #1: 619 Kensington Place – lien reduction request for $24,250 (97 days non‑compliant) and $711 staff cost estimate.
• Case #3: 2432 North Dixie Hwy – lien reduction request for $3,500 (14 days non‑compliant) and $711 staff cost estimate.
• Case #25: 1904 NE 26 Drive – violations for building permit, license posting, and local business tax receipt.
• Case #28: 2417 NW 9 Terrace – violations for local business tax receipt, license posting, and registration requirements.

The Special Magistrate approved lien reductions for three properties, lowering the amounts owed as listed. A compliance deadline was changed for one vacation‑rental property, and several fines were certified with liens recorded. A VRL license was suspended for 270 days.

• Lien for 619 Kensington Place reduced from $24,250 to $6,773.50 (due 12/7/25)
• Lien for 634 NE 20 Street reduced from $133,250 to $34,023.00
• Lien for 2432 North Dixie Hwy reduced from $3,500 to $1,061 (due 12/7/25)
• Compliance date for 2514 NE 8 Avenue amended to 10/27/25
• Fines certified and lien recorded for 605 NE 27 Street
• Fines certified and lien recorded for 1724 NE 28 Drive
• VRL license for 400 NE 26 Drive suspended for 270 days effective immediately
• Fine of $500 and $225 admin fee issued for 2741 NE 8 Avenue #9

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for October 7, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered or decided at this time. The cancellation notice was posted on October 1, 2025 and distributed to the Mayor/Commission and all city departments.

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

The City Commission will hold a pre‑application meeting to consider a site‑plan request for the property at 114‑124 NW 25 St and 117 NW 24 St. The land use and zoning are designated as Transit Oriented Corridor West (TOC‑W). Reviewers from multiple city departments will be present, and the public may comment for up to three minutes.

• Roll Call
• Public comment: up to three minutes per speaker
• Pre‑application request for site plan for 114‑124 NW 25 St and 117 NW 24 St, land use TOC‑W
• Review by Community Development Services, Fire Prevention, Emergency Management/Utilities, Police, Building Official, Engineering Consultant, and Coastal Waste and Recycling
• Application materials available at City offices, 7 am‑6 pm Mon‑Thu

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission will hold a public hearing on several resolutions. These include a fire service assessment for property owners, an assessment for the Jenada gated entrance improvements, a tentative operating millage rate of 6.2270 and a millage levy of 0.1661 for the 2008 City Hall bond, and a tentative budget for fiscal year 2025/26. The meeting also allows three‑minute public comments on any issue.

• Resolution 2025-063: Fire service assessment and rate for property within the city
• Resolution 2025-064: Jenada gated entrance improvements assessment and rate
• Resolution 2025-065: Adopt tentative operating millage rate of 6.2270 and millage levy of 0.1661 for the 2008 City Hall bond
• Resolution 2025-066: Adopt tentative budget for fiscal year beginning Oct. 1 2025
• Public comments: any resident may speak for up to three minutes on any issue

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission will consider several resolutions, including authorizing a WIFIA bond not exceeding $30,000,000 to finance eligible project costs. It will also approve utility system revenue bonds and adopt a public art masterplan and program guidelines. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance 2025-006, amending the Unified Land Development Regulations for a public art program. The meeting includes a presentation on utility rates, a police department lien‑amnesty update, and routine consent‑agenda items.

• Resolution No. 2025-070: authorize a WIFIA bond up to $30,000,000 principal for eligible project costs
• Resolution No. 2025-069: authorize issuance of utility system revenue bonds to finance and/or refinance projects
• Ordinance 2025-006 (Second Reading): amend ULDR Article 185 to establish a public art program
• Resolution No. 2025-075: second amendment with FG Construction, LLC for asphalt and sidewalk repair
• Resolution No. 2025-076: underground easement with Florida Power & Light Company

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

The City of Wilton Manors will hold three public outreach sessions on September 16, 2025, to discuss rezoning specific parcels to the Transit Oriented Corridor East (TOC-E) designation. City staff will present the rezoning proposal, and residents can attend in person at City Hall or virtually via Teams. The sessions are intended to gather input on the plan.

• Public outreach sessions on rezoning to Transit Oriented Corridor East (TOC-E)
• Sessions held at City Hall, 2020 Wilton Drive
• 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in person and 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. virtual
• 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in person
• Contact: Community Development Services Director Roberta Moore

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The Board of Supervisors will meet to consider levying special assessments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also receive an update on public relations and marketing efforts.

• Resolution 2025-003: Approving and levying special assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Update on Public Relations & Marketing

The board approved the meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. It then adopted Resolution 2025-03, which approves and levies special assessments for fiscal year 2025‑2026, also by unanimous voice vote. Discussion of public‑relations vendor bids was deferred to the November 12, 2025 meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-03 approving special assessments for FY 2025‑26 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Deferred discussion of public‑relations vendor bids to Nov 12, 2025

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes approving a fence installation at a fire station, issuing building permits for a new development, and appointing members to the Library Advisory Board. The meeting will also include a discussion on a sponsorship request.

• Approve fence installation at Fire Station
• Approve building permits for 1550 NE 26 Street
• Appoint members to Library Advisory Board
• Approve HVAC repairs and replacements
• Discuss sponsorship request for Wicked Manors

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City Commission will meet to vote on several resolutions, including agreements for fire station fencing and building permits. The body will also discuss a sponsorship request for Wicked Manors and appoint members to city boards.

• Resolution 2025-062: Agreement for building permits prior to plat recordation at 1550 NE 26 Street with Lennar Homes, LLC
• Resolution 2025-059: Agreement with Broward County Fence, LLC for chain link fence and privacy slats at the fire station
• Resolution 2025-061: Appointment of a General Employees Representative to the Pension Board of Trustees
• Resolution 2025-060: Appointment of two members to the Library Advisory Board
• Motion to approve HVAC repairs and replacements for City Hall and the Police Department

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wilton Manors Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a request for three zoning variances at 2403 NE 8 Terrace. The variances would relax side-yard and rear-yard setbacks for a utility shed and allow a taller front-yard fence. Staff comments follow the hearing before adjournment.

• Variance for side-yard setback on shed (5 ft → 2.49–2.56 ft)
• Variance for rear-yard setback on utility shed (5 ft → 2.82–2.91 ft)
• Variance for front-yard fence height (4 ft → 6 ft)
• Public hearing V 25-02 at 2403 NE 8 Terrace
• Next meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a conditional use application and a site plan application for a medical marijuana retail center. Both requests pertain to an existing commercial building located at 2010 Wilton Drive.

• Conditional Use Application CU 25-01 for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive
• Site Plan Application SP 25-02 for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will review 22 new cases regarding city code violations. The meeting includes several requests for lien reductions based on properties returning to compliance.

• Lien reduction request for 105-107 NE 30 CT with a total lien amount of $93,500.00
• Lien reduction request for 38 NE 29 Street with a total lien amount of $75,000.00
• Lien reduction request for 701 NE 21 Drive with a total lien amount of $35,250.00
• Lien reduction requests for 215 NE 23 St, 235 NE 23 St, 210 NE 24 St, and 230 NE 24 St each totaling $1,750.00
• Hearings for violations including building permits, noise, landscape maintenance, and unsafe dwellings

The Special Magistrate reduced lien amounts for several properties, most notably lowering a $93,500 lien to $47,461 for 105‑107 NE 30th Ct and a $35,250 lien to $5,998.50 for 701 NE 21 Drive. Smaller lien reductions were also ordered for properties on NE 23rd Street. Several cases were dismissed or closed as complied, and fines were certified for multiple violation notices.

• Reduced $93,500 lien to $47,461 for 105‑107 NE 30th Ct (due 11/2/25)
• Reduced $35,250 lien to $5,998.50 for 701 NE 21 Drive (due 11/2/25)
• Reduced $1,750 lien to $1,586 for 215 NE 23 St (due 11/2/25)
• Dismissed case for 141 NE 30 St (no violation)
• Closed case complied on record for 516 W Oakland Park Blvd
• Certified fines for 1901 N Andrews Ave #106, due 12/2/25 or $250/day
• Certified fines for 2218 NE 17 Ave, due 8/27/25 or $250/day
• Certified fines for 506 NE 25 St, due 7/30/25 or $250/day

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will review nominations to select honorees for upcoming city celebrations. The board also plans to appoint a new Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary and discuss the 2025/2026 meeting schedule.

• Selection of Hispanic Heritage Month honoree for September 25 Commission Meeting
• Selection of LGBTQ+ History Month honoree for October 14 Commission Meeting
• Appointment of new Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of 2025/2026 CAAB meeting schedule
• Discussion of goals regarding neighborhood association outreach and sponsorship funding criteria

The board elected Gene Stinson as Chair (5‑2 vote) and Carvelle as Vice Chair unanimously, with Johnnie re‑appointed Secretary unanimously. The board approved the April 2, 2025 minutes and unanimously selected Daniel Sedano as the Hispanic Heritage Month honoree and Ronnie Larsen as the LGBTQ+ History Month honoree. The meeting calendar for 2025‑2026 was set, moving the October meeting to Oct 8, the April meeting to Apr 8, and canceling the July meeting.

• Gene Stinson elected Chair (5‑2)
• Carvelle elected Vice Chair unanimously
• Johnnie re‑appointed Secretary unanimously
• April 2, 2025 minutes approved
• Daniel Sedano selected as Hispanic Heritage Month honoree unanimously
• Ronnie Larsen selected as LGBTQ+ History Month honoree unanimously
• 2025‑2026 meeting calendar set (Oct 8, Apr 8, no July meeting)
• CAAB Accomplishments & Goals draft submitted for future review

Firefighters Pension Board

The Wilton Manors Firefighters Pension Board will hold a procedural meeting to file routine invoices, review a revised pension plan summary, and receive reports from the pension attorney and board members. No substantive decisions are scheduled.

• File invoices from Judith A. Hoekstra ($4,160.00), KSDT, CPA ($1,670.54), Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen & Levinson ($7,389.00), and Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company ($147,224.36)
• Review Summary Plan Description under New Business
• Receive Report from Pension Attorney
• Receive Reports from Board Members

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for September 2, 2025, has been cancelled.

Pension Board of Trustees

The Wilton Manors Pension Board will hold a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions. The agenda includes standard items like roll call, public comments, and approval of minutes, but no new business or policy discussions are listed.

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission will meet to approve routine items, hear police reports, and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions include adopting the Wilton Drive Improvement District budget, approving a software contract, and finalizing zoning amendments. Public hearings will address land-use regulations and a special event permit for the Wicked Manors festival.

• Adopt Wilton Drive Improvement District proposed budget for FY 2025-2026
• Approve $13th Amendment to engineering services contract with Baxter & Woodman, Inc. for $X (Integrated Master Plan update)
• Vote on Ordinance 2024-013 amending fence/wall regulations in Unified Land Development Regulations
• Approve Special Event Permit for Pride Center at Equality Park to host Wicked Manors street festival on Oct 31, 2025
• Initiate foreclosure action on code lien for 2000 NE 21 Court property owned by Alan Davenport

Recreation Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will convene to elect officers, approve past meeting minutes, and discuss updates on programs, special events, and park improvements. The board will also review cosponsorship applications and the proposed fiscal year 2026 leisure services fee schedule.

• Nomination and election of officers
• FY26 Leisure Services Fee Schedule review
• Cosponsorship Application – Transinclusive Group
• Cosponsorship Application – Skirt Foundation
• Public comments and park improvements update

The Recreation Advisory Board re‑elected Chair John Fiore and Vice Chair Robert Hadley by unanimous voice votes. It also approved the meeting minutes and granted cosponsorships for events hosted by the Transinclusive Group and the Skirt Foundation, each passing unanimously.

• Re‑elected Chair John Fiore (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Vice Chair Robert Hadley (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved cosponsorship for Transinclusive Group event (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved cosponsorship for Skirt Foundation concert series (unanimous voice vote)

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

Community Development Services will hold a pre-application meeting to discuss a site plan and conditional use request. The proposal involves a new pharmacy and medical clinic in an existing commercial building.

• Site plan and conditional use request for 2201 Wilton Drive
• Proposed pharmacy and medical clinic by property owner ACS 2205 LLC
• Project location in Wilton Drive Arts and Entertainment District (WDAE)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider a conditional use application and a site plan application for a medical marijuana retail center. Both requests pertain to an existing commercial building at 2010 Wilton Drive owned by 1785 LLC.

• Conditional Use Application CU 25-01 for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive
• Site Plan Application SP 25-02 for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive

RFP Evaluation Committee

The RFP Selection Committee will meet to discuss proposals submitted under RFP#2025-06, which seeks an organizational assessment and efficiency review of the Wilton Manors Police Department. The committee will review and potentially select a vendor for this assessment.

• RFP#2025-06: Organizational Assessment & Efficiency Review of Wilton Manors Police Department

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The regular City Commission meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025, has been cancelled for the summer break. The next meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2025.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wilton Manors Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board is meeting to workshop goals for the new year, including neighborhood outreach and sponsorship criteria. The board is also seeking nominations for Hispanic Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ History Month.

• Nominations for Hispanic Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ History Month due August 15
• Workshopping goals for neighborhood associations outreach and communication avenues
• Discussion of sponsorship funding criteria
• Approval of April 2, 2025, meeting minutes
• Notification of resignations of board members Josh and Emily

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is considering a conditional use application and a site plan application for a medical marijuana retail center. The proposed center would be located in an existing commercial building at 2010 Wilton Drive.

• Conditional Use Application CU 25-01 for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive
• Site Plan Application SP 25-02 for a medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will meet to discuss the March 2025 Revenue and Expenditure Report. The agenda also includes a guest appearance by the Police Department.

• March 2025 Revenue and Expenditure Report
• Police Department as Guest Department

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

Community Development Services will hold a pre-application meeting to discuss a site plan request. The proposal involves replacing an existing commercial building with a new mixed-use development.

• Proposed 4-5 story building with 83 multi-family dwelling units
• Proposed 14,560 square feet of single-story commercial use
• Project location: 2200-2292 Wilton Drive
• Property owner: Wilton Manors Property Owner LLC

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss the 2025/2026 proposed budget and provide updates on public computers and art policy. The board will also review a potential partnership with the Broward County Library System.

• 2025/2026 Proposed Budget
• Potential partnership with Broward County Library System update
• Art policy update
• Public computers update
• L.A.B. member schedule of terms and appointments

The Library Advisory Board approved the April 21, 2025 minutes and moved the partnership and budget items to the top of the New Business agenda. It selected the lowest of three proposed funding levels for the 2025‑26 budget. No decision was made on a partnership with the Broward County Library System. Several reports were given, including new computers and a public‑art policy proposal.

• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (no corrections)
• Moved potential partnership and 2025/2026 budget items to top of New Business agenda
• Selected lowest funding level for the 2025‑26 library budget
• No decision made on Broward County Library System partnership
• Reported installation of 12 new public computers, a printer, and software
• Presented Works of Public Art policy proposal to city commission (under consideration)
• Noted two board member positions open for October 2025; incumbents must reapply
• Requested municipal libraries meeting for next agenda

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will meet to discuss finalizing a report to the Commission. The meeting includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion on finalizing report to Commission

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will meet to discuss the finalization of a report intended for the Commission. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion on finalizing report to Commission

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will meet to review the city's financial planning. The City Manager will introduce and lead a discussion on the recommended budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.

• City Manager introduction of budget
• Discussion of Recommended Budget for FY 25-26

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The board will consider adopting the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget and imposing non-ad valorem assessments on properties within the district. Members will also receive updates on landscaping, holiday decorations, and the Appleton contract.

• Resolution 2025-001: Adoption of the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Resolution 2025-002: Imposition of non-ad valorem assessments for FY 2025-2026
• 1-year update on the Appleton contract
• Updates on Wilton Drive landscaping and uplighting
• Update on 2025 holiday decorations and the Wilton Drive Block Party

The board approved the meeting minutes and set a bimonthly Business Recognition schedule beginning September 8, 2025. It unanimously adopted the FY 2025‑26 budget and a resolution imposing non‑ad valorem assessments for the district. The board also voted to have staff seek proposals for website management and media outreach by September 15, 2025.

• Approved minutes (voice vote, 4-0)
• Scheduled bimonthly Business Recognition events starting Sep 8, 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Motion to request website‑management proposals passed (voice vote, 5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑01: FY 2025‑26 budget (voice vote, 5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑02: non‑ad valorem assessments for FY 2025‑26 (voice vote, 5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the City of Wilton Manors’ Comprehensive Plan. The proposed changes involve dwelling unit maximums and the addition of a new plan element.

• Proposed amendment to double the maximum number of dwelling units for hotel units and Special Residential Facility Category (3) development
• Proposed addition of a Property Rights Element to the Future Land Use Element

Historic Preservation Board - HPB

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from April 7, 2025, and hear public comments.

• Approval of April 7, 2025 minutes

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will review a series of code compliance cases involving property violations. The body will consider lien reduction requests for several properties that have returned to compliance.

• Lien reduction request for 13 Middlesex Drive ($89,550.00 lien)
• Lien reduction request for 223 NE 21 Street ($91,750.00 lien)
• Lien reduction request for 2101 North DIXIE HWY ($75,750.00 lien)
• Lien reduction request for 20 NE 29 Street ($46,000.00 and $6,750.00 liens)
• Hearing for 500 East OAKLAND PARK Boulevard regarding dumpster enclosures and landscape maintenance

The Special Magistrate issued final reports that lowered lien amounts for numerous properties after they were found in compliance for specified periods. Reductions ranged from $6,750 to $91,750, with new payment deadlines set for each property. Additional cases had fines certified and liens recorded.

• Reduced lien on 13 MIDDLESEX Dr from $89,550.00 to $14,143.00
• Reduced lien on 555 NW 124th St from $46,000.00 to $31,272.55
• Reduced lien on 1000 BRICKELL #2202 from $6,750.00 to $4,747.55
• Reduced lien on 223 NE 21 ST from $91,750.00 to $15,137.55
• Reduced lien on 701 NE 25 WAY from $75,750.00 to $39,047.55
• Reduced lien on 229 SW 9 A VE from $30,000.00 to $16,372.55
• Reduced lien on 8835 PARKLAND BAY DR (case 24-002482) from $19,500.00 to $11,147.55
• Reduced lien on 8835 PARKLAND BAY DR (case 24-002483) from $27,000.00 to $14,672.55

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss a city-initiated text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. The proposal seeks to increase the maximum number of dwelling units for hotel units and Special Residential Facility Category (3) developments.

• Text Amendment TA 25-01: Proposed increase to maximum dwelling units for hotel units and Special Residential Facility Category (3) development
• Proposed addition of a Property Rights Element to the Comprehensive Plan

Workshops, Committees and other Meetings Notices

Community Development Services Director Roberta Moore and Code Compliance staff are hosting an open house session. Residents, business owners, and property owners are invited to provide comments on newsrack regulations.

• Discussion regarding regulations for newsracks

Historical Society

The Historical Society Committee meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for June 9, 2025, has been cancelled.

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will review nominations for Hispanic Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ History Month. Members will also continue workshopping goals for the new year, including neighborhood association outreach and sponsorship funding criteria.

• Nominations for Hispanic Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ History Month due August 15
• Discussion of sponsorship funding criteria
• Review of neighborhood associations outreach and communication avenues
• Approval of April 2, 2025, meeting minutes

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will review 21 cases regarding local code violations. The meeting includes several requests for lien reductions for properties at 1550 NE 26 Street and 2601 NW 9 Terrace.

• Lien reduction request for 1550 NE 26 Street (Case 18-000794) totaling $127,050.00
• Lien reduction request for 1550 NE 26 Street (Case 21-001321) totaling $78,750.00
• Lien reduction request for 1550 NE 26 Street (Case 23-002804) totaling $140,500.00
• Lien reduction request for 2601 NW 9 Terrace totaling $12,500.00
• Vacation rental standard violations at 2316 NE 6 Avenue, 2405 NE 7 Avenue, and 2409 NE 7 Avenue

The Special Magistrate denied lien reduction requests for three properties at 1550 NE 26 Street. The lien for 2601 NW 9 Terrace was reduced to $2,786, payable by 7/4/25. Several violations had fines certified and liens recorded.

• Lien reduction denied for 1550 NE 26 St (Case 18-000794)
• Lien reduction denied for 1550 NE 26 St (Case 21-001321)
• Lien reduction denied for 1550 NE 26 St (Case 23-002804)
• Lien reduced to $2,786 for 2601 NW 9 Terrace (Case 24-001095)
• Fines certified and lien recorded for 2733 N Andrews Ave (Case 24-003020)
• Fines certified and lien recorded for 1414 NE 26 St (Case 24-003279)
• Fines certified and lien recorded for 11 NE 24 St (Case 25-000083)
• Fines certified and lien recorded for 820 West Oakland Park Blvd (Case 25-000909)

Firefighters Pension Board

The Board will receive a presentation on the actuarial valuation from Gabriel Roeder Smith & Company. Members will also review the Summary Plan Description and a memo regarding electronic financial disclosure filings.

• KSDT, CPA invoice for $4,160.00
• Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company invoice for $3,283.00
• Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen & Levinson invoices for $375.00, $650.00, and $250.00
• Judith A. Hoekstra invoice for $412.50
• Presentation on Actuarial Valuation by Gabriel Roeder Smith & Company

The Firefighters Pension Board approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes and the correction of the actuarial valuation for the current year, both unanimously. It also approved the listed warrants and invoices for payment. The review of the Summary Plan Description was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved March 4, 2025 pension minutes (unanimous)
• Approved correction of actuarial valuation for this year (unanimous)
• Approved Receive & File items (warrants and invoices) (unanimous)
• Tabled Review Summary Plan Description for next meeting
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed

Pension Board of Trustees

The General Employee & Police Pension Board will review the first quarter report from Southeastern Advisory Services and an actuarial valuation presentation from Gabriel Roeder Smith & Company. The board is also seeking approval to renew fiduciary insurance.

• Payment of $13,271.00 to GRS (Invoice 492835)
• Payment of $7,262.00 to Southeastern Advisory (Invoice 2501)
• Payment of $4,850.00 to KSDT, CPA (Invoice 54427)
• March 5, 2025 letter to Regions Bank to raise $1,500,000.00
• Approval to renew Fiduciary Insurance

The board unanimously approved the consent agenda. It approved the 2024 actuarial valuation as submitted with a 4‑1 vote. The board also unanimously approved a GRS assumption‑rate study for the next valuation and unanimously renewed the fiduciary insurance policy. The meeting adjourned at about 6:30 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 actuarial valuation as submitted (4-1)
• Approved preparation of GRS assumption‑rate study for 2026 valuation (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of fiduciary insurance policy (unanimous)

CDS- PRE- Application Meetings

Community Development Services will hold a pre-application meeting to discuss a proposal for a medical marijuana retail center. The applicant, 1787 LLC, is seeking both conditional use and site plan approval for an existing commercial building.

• Conditional use approval request for medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive
• Site plan approval request for medical marijuana retail center at 2010 Wilton Drive

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

This regular meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance authorizing an EV charging station lease with EVgo Services LLC at City Hall. The commission will also consider resolutions for a code enforcement fine amnesty program and crossing agreement modifications with Brightline and FEC Railway. Discussion items include rezoning parcels near NE 25th Street and a sponsorship request for the Stonewall Pride Parade.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-003 for EV charging station lease with EVgo Services LLC at City Hall
• Resolution 2025-033 authorizing a code enforcement fine amnesty program with lien reduction
• Resolution 2025-032 authorizing crossing agreement modifications with Florida East Coast Railway and Brightline Trains Florida LLC
• Discussion of rezoning parcels south of NE 25th Street, west of NE 15 Avenue, north of New River, east of FEC tracks from TOC to TOC-E
• Discussion of sponsorship request for Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on three related applications for property at 1550 NE 26 Street: a rezoning from CF and RS-5 to PUD-R, plat approval, and site plan approval for 50 townhouse units. The board also will select a chair and vice chair, swear in new members, and approve minutes from April 7.

• Z 24-01: Rezone 1550 NE 26 Street from CF and RS-5 to PUD-R
• PL 24-01: Plat approval for 50 townhouse units at 1550 NE 26 Street
• SP 24-01: Site plan approval for 50 townhouse units with flexibility, reserve, and redevelopment units
• Selection of chair and vice chair for the board
• Swearing in of new board members

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will receive an update on the Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Award presented at the Volunteer Appreciation Reception. They will call for nominations for Hispanic Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ History Month, due August 15, to be reviewed in September. The board will continue workshopping goals for the new year, including neighborhood association outreach, communication avenues, and sponsorship funding criteria. No new business is listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Update on Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Award Proclamation presented at Volunteer Appreciation Reception
• Call for nominations for Hispanic Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ History Month, due August 15, to be selected in September
• Workshopping CAAB goals: neighborhood association outreach, communication avenues, sponsorship funding criteria
• Introduction of Rae Jenae – Lezchic’ LLC
• Approval of April 2, 2025 meeting minutes

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will hear 24 code enforcement cases, including 10 lien reduction requests from property owners who have since resolved violations. Nine new cases involve alleged violations such as lack of building permits, overgrowth, and unlicensed businesses. The magistrate will decide whether to reduce or deny the requested lien amounts.

• Case# 19-003151 (500 NE 26 Dr): $257,800 lien reduction request for parking, fence, and commercial vehicle violations.
• Case# 21-001131 (13 Middlesex Dr): $89,550 lien reduction for unpermitted work.
• Case# 22-000538 (2389 Wilton Dr/Thai Me Up): $207,000 lien reduction for multiple violations including litter, graffiti, and signs.
• Case# 25-000259 (2430 NE 13 Ave/La Mexican Taco Bar): new case for noise disturbance and amplified sound.
• Case# 25-000719 (2133 N Dixie Hwy/Muse Center for the Arts): new case for business tax receipts, landscape maintenance, and snipe signs.

The Special Magistrate approved lien reductions for multiple properties during the May 7, 2025 hearing. The largest reduction was for 500 NE 26 Drive, lowering the lien from $257,800 to $129,761 with a payment deadline of 8/5/25419. All listed cases received reduced lien amounts and specified due dates as final reports.

• Lien on 500 NE 26 Drive reduced to $129,761 (due 8/5/25419)
• Lien on 2389 Wilton Drive reduced to $104,211 (due 8/5/256192)
• Lien on 2157 Coral Gardens Drive reduced to $18,798 (paid 5/8/25)
• Lien on 2389 Wilton Drive (case 23-003035) reduced to $32,711 (due 8/5/256192)
• Lien on 801 NW 24 Street reduced to $36,411 (due 7/6/25801)
• Lien on 2808 North Dixie Hwy reduced to $8,386 (due 8/5/25505)
• Lien on 655 Cypress Ln 22b reduced to $2,323.50 (due 8/5/25655)
• Lien on 1508 NE 27 Street reduced to $3,636 (due 7/6/25)

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will receive a presentation on a General Fund Financial Sustainability Study by Stantec. The meeting also includes a budget update and a review of historical data analysis.

• General Fund Financial Sustainability Study presentation by Stantec
• Historical Data Analysis requested by Daniel Rahm
• Future City Department Presentation
• Budget update and calendar review

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission will discuss Article 30 height regulations as unfinished business and consider initiating foreclosure on a code lien for a property at 2702-2704 NE 6 Lane. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Public Art Master Plan, consent items for software contracts and an irrigation rebate program, and appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of Article 30 height regulations (unfinished business)
• Foreclosure action on code lien for property at 2702-2704 NE 6 Lane owned by Blue Sky Investment Group, LLC
• Presentation of the Public Art Master Plan by Broward County Public Arts and Design Administrator
• Consent resolutions: BS&A Software contract amendment, Saferwatch emergency services agreement, Postal Center International contract extension, Broward County irrigation rebate interlocal agreement
• Appointment of three members and one alternate to the Planning and Zoning Board

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will review the Director's quarterly report and discuss a potential partnership with Broward County. The board is also scheduled to discuss the city's public art policy and public computers.

• Broward County potential partnership
• City public art policy
• Public computers
• Director’s quarterly report
• Marketing and awareness

The board approved the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting as presented. No other actions were formally decided; the remaining items were reports, updates, or discussions.

• Approved minutes from Jan 27, 2025 meeting

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a rezoning from CF and RS-5 to PUD-R, a plat for 50 townhouse units, and a site plan with allocation of flexibility/reserve/redevelopment units, all for 1550 NE 26 Street by UDC Manors LLC. The committee will also approve minutes from March 12, 2025 and take public comment.

• Rezoning application Z 24-01 for parcels at 1550 NE 26 Street (folios 494226000536 and 494226000531) from CF and RS-5 to PUD-R
• Plat application PL 24-01 for 50 townhouse units on the same property
• Site plan application SP 24-01 with allocation of flexibility, reserve, and/or redevelopment units for 50 townhouses
• Public comment period for any issue (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes from the March 12, 2025 DRC meeting

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City Commission will consider a second reading to rezone a property from single-family to two-family duplex residential. The body will also discuss parking requirements and a Comprehensive Plan update.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-001 to rezone 824 NE 22 Drive from RS-5 to RD-10
• Resolution No. 2025-024 to execute a developers agreement with Topos SB LLC for 824 NE 22 Drive
• Resolution No. 2025-025 to apply for approximately $75,000 in CDBG funds for Mickel Park lighting
• Resolution No. 2025-028 to appoint a tenant representative to the Wilton Drive Improvement District Board
• Discussion of Article 030 and Article 135 parking requirements

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a variance request for a city-owned property. The board will determine if the fence height at Fire Station 16 can be increased beyond standard regulations.

• Variance request for 533 NE 22 Street to increase fence and wall height from 6 feet to 8 feet in required rear and side yards

The board approved the February 10, 2025 minutes by unanimous voice vote. The board unanimously approved a recommendation against using a chain‑link fence for the fire station property. The board also unanimously approved a motion directing staff to examine having the Planning & Zoning meeting begin immediately after the Historic Preservation Board meeting.

• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved recommendation against chain‑link fence (6-0)
• Approved staff study to start PZ meeting after HPB meeting (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a variance request for a city-owned property. The board is reviewing a proposal to increase allowed fence and wall height at a specific location.

• Variance request V 25-01 for 533 NE 22 Street (Fire Station 16) to increase fence/wall height from 6 feet to 8 feet in required rear and side yards

Historic Preservation Board - HPB

The Wilton Manors Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve minutes from January 13, 2025, and hear public and board comments. No applications, rezonings, or certificates of appropriateness are scheduled. The meeting is purely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2025

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will select recipients for the Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards. The board is also workshopping 2025 goals regarding neighborhood association outreach and communication strategies.

• Selection of Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Award honorees
• Discussion of neighborhood association outreach and member assignments
• Review of communication avenues for board programs
• Development of sponsorship funding criteria

The Community Affairs Advisory Board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. The board voted to exclude Our Fund from consideration for the Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards, with the motion passing 3‑2. The board then selected Robert Hadley as the CAAB honoree; the proclamation will be presented at the April 24 volunteer appreciation reception.

• Approved minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting
• Motion to exclude Our Fund from award consideration carried (yes: Ed, Gene, Justin; no: Joanne, Mia)
• Motion to select Robert Hadley as CAAB honoree carried

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will consider reducing previously imposed code enforcement liens on six properties now in compliance, totaling $370,750. Seventeen new violation cases will also be heard, addressing lack of building permits, landscape maintenance, vacation rental standards, and noise complaints.

• Lien reduction of $125,500 for property at 400 NW 20 Street
• Two lien reduction cases (totaling $173,500) for same property at 2650 N Andrews Avenue
• Vacation rental violations at 1449 NE 23 Street
• Illicit discharge (dumping in drains) at 2055 Wilton Drive
• Noise, rental licensing, and general prohibitions at 2809 NE 14 Avenue

The Special Magistrate reduced liens on several properties, including a $60,161 reduction for 2650 North Andrews Avenue and eliminated liens for two other properties while ordering $911 staff‑cost payments. Additional cases were closed as complied on record. Several violations were continued with fines and administrative fees imposed.

• Lien reduced to $60,161 for 2650 N Andrews Ave (due 6/1/25) – CASE# 23-000790
• Lien reduced to $0; $911 staff costs ordered and paid for 400 NW 20 St – CASE# 23-001317
• Lien reduced to $11,536 for 2140 NE 25 St (due 6/1/25) – CASE# 24-000471
• Lien reduced to $13,536 for 801 NW 24 St (due 6/1/25) – CASE# 24-000476
• Lien reduced to $28,411 for 2650 N Andrews Ave (due 6/1/25) – CASE# 24-001313
• Lien reduced to $0; $911 staff costs ordered and paid for 325 NE 21 CT – CASE# 24-001932
• Closed complied on record for 516 East Oakland Park Blvd – CASE# 25-000454
• Violation continued for 3030 NE 5 Terrace #13; $225 admin fee due 5/2/25, fines to be certified – CASE# 24-002031

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Wilton Manors Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for April 1, 2025 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The regular meeting includes a consent agenda item to approve a wayfinding program agreement with Forge Signworks, LLC. A public hearing will discuss potential CDBG 51st Year Projects. New business includes appointments to the Broward League of Cities board and a discussion on recycling requested by a commissioner.

• Consent Resolution 2024-023: approving agreement with Forge Signworks, LLC for the Wayfinding Program
• Public hearing on potential CDBG 51st Year Projects
• Appointment of Broward League of Cities 2025-26 Board of Directors
• Discussion on recycling (requested by Commissioner Bracchi)
• List of future items requested by commission

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a rezoning request (Z 24-01) to change two parcels at 1550 NE 26 Street from CF (Community Facility) and RS-5 (Single Family) to PUD-R (Planned Unit Development Residential). The committee will also review a site plan (SP 24-01) for a 50-unit townhouse development on the same property, including the allocation of flexibility, reserve, or redevelopment units. Public comment is invited.

• Rezoning application Z 24-01: CF and RS-5 to PUD-R for 1550 NE 26 Street (folios 494226000536, 494226000531)
• Site plan application SP 24-01: 50 townhouse units with allocation of flexibility, reserve, or redevelopment units
• Property owner: UDC Manors LLC
• Approval of minutes from November 11, 2024
• Public comment period for any issue

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City Commission will hold a first-reading public hearing on Ordinance 2025-002, which amends the Unified Land Development Regulations by modifying definitions and the table of permitted/prohibited uses in urban center mixed-use districts. The consent agenda includes resolutions for HVAC maintenance, a utility rate study, a budget amendment, and a police policy software subscription, as well as a motion to approve a special event permit for the Stonewall Festival and Parade. Unfinished business covers a review of strategic initiatives for the remainder of the 2026 budget year, a discussion on Hagen Park lighting using 49th-year CDBG funds, and the honoree selection process. New business items include an appeal of a lien reduction order, discussion of cost estimates for potential Article 30 amendments, and a request for a variance to replace a 6-foot fence with an 8-foot fence at Fire Station 16.

• Ordinance 2025-002 (first reading) amending ULDR definitions and permitted/prohibited uses
• Resolution 2025-019 approving addendum and term service agreement with Advanced Roofing Inc. for HVAC maintenance and replacement
• Resolution 2025-020 approving agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants for a utility rate study
• Resolution 2025-021 amending FY2024-25 budget with additional appropriations
• Motion to approve special event permit for Stonewall Festival and Parade

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for March 10, 2025, has been cancelled.

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board meeting scheduled for March 10, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items are discussed.

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will review a sponsorship request and discuss criteria for future sponsorships. The board is also coordinating Women's History Month proclamations and the distribution of a Senior Resource Guide.

• Sponsorship request for Legacy Builders in the amount of $1,000
• Discussion of CAAB Sponsorship Criteria
• Distribution of Senior Resource Guide via Town Crier and city locations
• Women’s History Month Proclamations for the 3/11 Commission Meeting

The Community Affairs Advisory Board recommended approval of a $1,000 sponsorship for the Legacy Builders Juneteenth event, to be forwarded to the City Manager. The board also approved the February 5, 2025 minutes and discussed goals for the new year, including increased involvement with neighborhood associations and refining sponsorship criteria. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of $1,000 sponsorship for Legacy Builders Juneteenth event (approved by motion)
• Approved minutes from February 5, 2025 meeting

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will hear 12 requests to reduce code enforcement liens totaling over $622,000 on properties now in compliance, and consider 12 new code violation cases. Cases involve unlicensed vehicles, building permits, pool enclosures, and property maintenance.

• 500 NE 26 Drive: $277,400 lien for 1,387 days of unlicensed/inoperable vehicle and fence violations
• 2217 NW 4 Avenue: $119,500 lien for building permit violation
• 208 NE 30 Street: $83,850 lien for missing building permit
• 2506 NE 6 Avenue: $54,500 lien for building permit violation
• 1901 N Andrews Ave (The Woods Condo): new case with 7 violations including outdoor storage, stagnant water

The special magistrate heard 51 code enforcement cases, reducing liens on 11 properties that had come into compliance, with reductions ranging from $1,611 to $139,561. Fines were certified on 10 properties that remained in violation, and 25 new violations were declared with compliance deadlines. One case was dismissed without prejudice, and two cases were continued.

• Lien reduced to $139,561 at 500 NE 26 Dr (due 5/4/25)
• Lien reduced to $48,511 at 2217 NW 4 Ave (due 6/3/25)
• Lien reduced to $13,288.50 at 208 NE 30 St (due 5/4/25)
• Lien reduced to $8,886 at 2506 NE 6 Ave (due 6/3/25)
• Lien reduced to $7,836 at 2125 NE 17 Ave (due 6/3/25)
• Lien reduced to $12,211 at 2503 NW 5 Ave (due 5/4/25)
• Lien increased to $2,211 at 2125 NE 17 Ave (due 5/4/25)
• Fines certified on 10 properties for continued violations

Firefighters Pension Board

The Board will meet to receive and file several payment warrants and review a presentation of draft financial statements from KSDT, CPA.

• Payment of $7,020.00 to Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company
• Payment of $3,000.00 and $2,000.00 to KSDT, CPA
• Payment of $500.00 to Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen & Levinson
• Payment of $406.25 to Judith A. Hoekstra
• Presentation of Draft Financial Statements by KSDT, CPA

The board unanimously approved the draft financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, as presented by auditor KSDT, CPA, with an unmodified opinion. The board also approved the chair signing the management representation letter. All other agenda items were routine, including approving prior minutes and ratifying bills.

• Approved December 4, 2024 pension minutes (unanimous)
• Ratified bills for warrants 2024-014, 2024-015, 2025-001, 2025-002 (unanimous)
• Approved draft financial statements as of September 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved chair signing the representation letter (unanimous)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025, has been cancelled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Meeting on March 4, 2025, cancelled per notice dated 2/26/25

Pension Board of Trustees

The Pension Board of Trustees will consider approval of multiple warrants and invoices totaling over $28,000, including payments to actuaries, auditors, and trustee training expenses. New business includes a quarterly report from Southeastern Advisory Services, a presentation of draft financial statements, and a presentation on the annual actuarial assumption study. The board will also receive an attorney report and reports from members.

• New Business: Southeastern Advisory Services – 4th quarter 2024 portfolio report
• New Business: KSDT presentation of draft financial statements
• New Business: GRS presentation of actuarial assumption study
• Consent agenda: Warrant 2025-001 – Southeastern Advisory invoice $7,057.00
• Consent agenda: Warrant 2025-005 – KSDT, CPA invoice $5,000.00

The Wilton Manors General Employee & Police Pension Board approved lowering the investment return assumption from 6.3% to 6.2% and adopting updated mortality assumptions, as recommended by actuary GRS. The board also approved a $1.5 million rebalancing redemption from the Eaton Vance mutual fund to raise cash for capital calls and monthly expenses. The consent agenda, including warrants and prior meeting minutes, was approved unanimously, and the draft financial statements for fiscal year 2024 were accepted.

• Approved lowering investment assumption to 6.2% with updated mortality (unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M rebalancing redemption from Eaton Vance fund (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants 2024-029 through 2025-005 (unanimous)
• Approved draft financial statements for fiscal year ending Sept 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Chairman Balistreri to sign management letter (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City Commission will hear presentations on the 2024 annual report, life-saving awards for first responders, and a quarterly wastewater update. Under consent agenda, they will consider resolutions to repeal and replace per diem/travel expense policies and to approve an addendum and master services agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police equipment. New business includes three appeals of lien reduction orders from property owners at specific addresses and discussion of rescheduling the September 23 meeting due to Rosh Hashanah, as well as a calendar for FY 2025-26 budget public meetings.

• Resolution No. 2025-016: Repeals per diem policy and authorizes new travel expense rules for city employees
• Resolution No. 2025-017 (Police): Approves addendum and master services agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police equipment
• Appeal of lien reduction order at 1901 N Andrews Ave #203 (Police code case 23-3647)
• Appeal of lien reduction order at 3032 NE 2 Terrace (Police code case 22-1170)
• Appeal of lien reduction order at 1417 NE 27 Street (Police code case 22-1603)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss renaming Island City Park Preserve as Stafford Park and Nature Preserve, review 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals, and consider introducing pickleball and tennis fees. The board will also take up cosponsorship applications and the Employee of the Quarter nomination process.

• Old Business: Rename Island City Park Preserve as Stafford Park and Nature Preserve
• New Business: Discuss implementing Pickleball fees
• New Business: Discuss tennis fees
• New Business: Cosponsorships applications – Plays of Wilton
• New Business: Discussion of Employee of the Quarter nomination process

The Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved two co-sponsorship requests from Plays of Wilton for theater productions in April and June 2025 at city park facilities, waiving rental fees. The board also unanimously approved its 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals, which included deleting goals related to Site 92 and an affordable housing study. Discussions on pickleball and tennis fees were held but no decisions were made.

• Approved Plays of Wilton co-sponsorships for April and June 2025 productions (5-0)
• Approved 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals as discussed (5-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)

Wilton Drive Improvement District

The board will review the draft proposed budget for 2025-2026 and the general fund balance for the current fiscal year. Members will also discuss landscaping opportunities on Wilton Drive and updates to the Arts & Entertainment District.

• 2025-2026 Draft Proposed Budget
• Updates to Article 30 in the Arts & Entertainment District
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Balance Update
• Recommendations for Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival
• Q4 2024 Website and Social Media Analytics Report

The Wilton Drive Improvement District approved $10,000 for the Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival and unanimously approved the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget of $99,300. The board also discussed updates to Article 30 (tabled by the City Commission), recognized several businesses, and reviewed the website and social media contract with Appleton Creative.

• Approved $10,000 for Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival (3-0)
• Approved FY 2025-2026 proposed budget of $99,300 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of 11-04-24 meeting (3-0)
• Recognized The Venue (Mar 3), Myth Gastrobar (Apr 7), Rosie's Bar & Grill (May 5), Tulio's Tacos & Tequila Bar (Jun 2)
• Directed staff to request City assistance for 2025 holiday decorations

City Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Wilton Manors City Commission holds a regular meeting on February 11, 2025. The agenda includes a first reading of an ordinance amending land development regulations for mixed-use districts, public hearings on CDBG projects, consent resolutions for grants and contracts, police awards, and discussions on transportation surtax and homestead exemption.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-002 amending ULDR definitions and permitted uses in Urban Center Mixed-Use districts
• Resolution 2025-010: Grant application up to $150,000 for Colohatchee Boat Ramp bathroom repair/reconstruction
• Resolution 2025-011: Second amendment to agreement for pickleball courts at Hagen Park
• Resolution 2025-012: Agreement with Inliner Solutions for sanitary sewer gravity main lining in Lift Station #6 basin
• Resolution 2025-014: Ratification of emergency repair payment for LS-11 force main ruptured pipe

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss the City's Unified Land Development Regulations Code Rewrite Project. No public hearings or votes on specific projects are scheduled. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comments.

• Discussion of Unified Land Development Regulations Code Rewrite Project

The Planning and Zoning Board held a discussion-only meeting about the City's Unified Land Development Regulations (ULDR) rewrite, with no formal votes or decisions taken. Board members raised concerns about parking, drainage, setbacks, and architectural standards, and were asked to submit comments by March 31, 2025. The minutes of the January 13, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved January 13, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Discussed ULDR rewrite; no action taken
• Board members to submit ULDR comments by March 31, 2025

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will discuss a sponsorship request of $1,000 for the Back to BlaQ Black Pride event, select Women's History Month honorees, and review updates on community projects including the Senior Resource Guide and Black History Month activities.

• Sponsorship request for Back to BlaQ Black Pride event on June 6, 2025, requesting $1,000 from CAAB (budget is $1,000 for the fiscal year)
• Selection of Women's History Month honorees for recommendation to City Commission on February 25
• Update on Senior Resource Guide – distribution and printing pending, planned as Spring Town Crier insert
• Discussion of Black History Month events including post-cookout evaluation
• Call for nominations for Skip Stadnik Community Spirit Awards – due March 15 for CAAB review April 2

The Community Affairs Advisory Board recommended a $500 sponsorship for the Back to BlaQ Black Pride event, reduced from the requested $1,000, and forwarded it to the City Manager. The board also unanimously recommended three Women's History Month honorees to the Commission. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or tabled.

• Recommended $500 sponsorship for Back to BlaQ Black Pride event (unanimous)
• Recommended Rebecca Bradley, Dr. Susan Gritz, and Roberta Moore as Women's History Month honorees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting
• Tabled CAAB website group photo due to member absences

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Wilton Manors Special Magistrate will hear 25 new code enforcement cases on February 5, 2025. Four cases involve requests to reduce liens totaling $220,250 for properties that have been brought into compliance. The remaining cases are first-time hearings for violations including building permits, landscaping, noise, vacation rentals, and property maintenance. No decisions have been made; the magistrate will take testimony and evidence.

• Lien reduction request for $118,000 at 1417 NE 27 St (vacation rental violations)
• Lien reduction request for $85,800 at 3032 NE 2 Terrace (building permit violation)
• Lien reduction request for $10,000 at 420 E Oakland Park Blvd (business tax receipt violations)
• Lien reduction request for $6,450 at 141 NE 30 St (landscape maintenance violations)
• Multiple first-time hearings for noise disturbances at 424 NE 28 Dr and 37 NE 24 St

The special magistrate heard 42 code enforcement cases, reducing four property liens and certifying fines and liens for numerous properties that remained in violation. Several cases were closed because property owners complied before the hearing, and a few were continued to later dates.

• Reduced lien at 3032 NE 2 Terrace from $85,800 to $43,761, due 5/6/25
• Reduced lien at 1417 NE 27 Street from $118,000 to $59,861, due 4/6/25
• Reduced lien at 141 NE 30 Street from $6,450 to $4,086, due 4/6/25
• Reduced lien at 420 E Oakland Park Blvd from $10,000 to $5,711, due 4/6/25
• Certified fines and recorded liens for 13 properties, including 403 NW 25 St, 2924 NW 5 Ave, 141 NE 23 St, 305 NE 27 St, 2808 N Dixie Hwy, 2709 NE 10 Ter, 655 Cypress Ln, 2516 NE 18 Ave, 1675 Coral Gardens Dr, 11 NE 26 St, 2520 N Andrews Ave, 637 NW 29 Ct, and 2218 NE 17 Ave
• Dismissed case at 424 NE 28 Drive
• Closed 10 cases for compliance prior to hearing
• Continued 2 cases to future hearings

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 4, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Financial Advisory Board /BRAC

The Finance Advisory Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the coming term. New business includes an update on strategic planning and financial projections, as well as a review of the FY25-26 budget calendar. A continuing education segment covers an update on employee matters from Human Resources.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on strategic planning and financial projections
• Review of FY25-26 budget calendar
• Human Resources update on employee matters
• Public comments allowed (3 minutes per speaker)

Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board

The Wilton Manors Library Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on January 27, 2025. The board is set to elect a secretary, continue reviewing its mission, and discuss marketing and awareness. New business includes the director's quarterly report, a review of 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals, and updates on library governance and the city public art policy.

• Election of Board Secretary
• Continued review of Library Advisory Board Mission
• Director's quarterly report (standing item)
• Review of 2024 Board Accomplishments and 2025 Goals
• Update on City public art policy

The Library Advisory Board approved its mission statement as read and accepted the 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals as amended. The board also elected Heidi Melius as secretary and voted to hold future meetings at the Richard C. Sullivan Library. A discussion was held about the possibility of Broward County Library taking over financial responsibility for the Wilton Manors Library.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
• Elected Heidi Melius as secretary
• Approved mission statement as read
• Accepted 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals as amended
• Approved future meetings at Richard C. Sullivan Library

Historical Society

The Wilton Manors Historical Society will hold its annual membership meeting and program on January 16, 2025, at the Manor House in Richardson Park. No specific agenda items, decisions, or proposals are listed in the notice; the meeting appears to be a routine procedural gathering for members.

• Meeting location: Manor House, 1937 Wilton Drive
• No specific agenda items or actions detailed in the notice

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss potential changes to the city's land development rules. The primary focus is a public hearing regarding permitted and prohibited uses of land.

• Public hearing for amendments to Section 030-030, Detailed table of permitted and prohibited uses of the Unified Land Development Regulations

Historic Preservation Board - HPB

The Historic Preservation Board is holding a procedural meeting on January 13, 2025. The only scheduled action is approving the minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting. No new applications, public hearings, or project reviews are on the agenda.

• Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes

The board convened with a quorum, took no public comments, and unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved October 7, 2024 meeting minutes as written (9-0)

Community Affairs Advisory Board

The Community Affairs Advisory Board will review nominations and select honorees for Black History Month (February) and Women's History Month (March). The board will also discuss the upcoming Black History Month Cookout event on February 1 at Mickel Park, approve minutes from November and December 2024 meetings, and set goals for the new year.

• Selection of Black History Month honoree (nomination received for Star Adita) and Women’s History Month honoree
• Discussion of WMEG Black History Month Cookout on Feb 1, 1-6pm at Mickel Park
• Approval of November 6 and December 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Status update on Senior Resource Guide distribution for Spring Town Crier insert
• Board discussion of CAAB goals and mission for the new year

The Community Affairs Advisory Board approved minutes from November and December, and recommended New Era Lodge No. 69 as the sole Black History Month honoree after other nominations failed to pass. The board also discussed Women's History Month nominations, with none received yet, and noted the Senior Resource Guide is pending distribution.

• Approved minutes from November 6 and December 4 meetings
• Recommended New Era Lodge No. 69 as Black History Month honoree (unanimous)
• Motion to select Terry Dyer and New Era failed (2 votes)
• Motion to select Carvelle and New Era failed (no second)
• Motion to select Lorenzo Davis and New Era failed (no second)
• Tabled workshop on CAAB goals for new year

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will hear 21 code enforcement cases, including six lien reduction requests and new cases involving property maintenance, building permits, and other violations. Decisions will be made on proposed lien amounts totaling over $200,000.

• Case 23-001252: $100,250 proposed lien for building permit violation at 551 NE 26 St
• Case 23-003647: $45,000 proposed lien for condo association violation at 1901 N Andrews Ave
• Case 22-000199: $26,250 lien reduction request at 1515 NE 26 St
• Case 24-002881: 16 violations at 2500 Wilton Drive (Simply Delish LLC)
• Case 24-002698: vacation rental violations at 400 NE 26 Drive

The special magistrate hearing on January 8, 2025, addressed 36 code enforcement cases. Five lien reduction requests were granted, reducing total liens from $207,950 to $63,406.50. Several cases were continued to future hearings, and multiple properties were found in violation with new fines assessed.

• Reduced lien at 1515 NE 26 St from $26,250 to $13,836 (due 3/9/25)
• Reduced lien at 551 NE 26 St from $100,250 to $15,948.50 (due 3/9/25)
• Reduced lien at 1901 N Andrews Ave #203 from $45,000 to $23,211 (due 4/8/25)
• Reduced lien at 2434 NE 7 Ave from $30,000 to $5,411 (due 4/8/25)
• Closed case 24-002160 at 2200 NW 8 Terrace as complied
• Dismissed case 24-002698 at 400 NE 26 Dr
• Certified liens and recorded liens on multiple properties (cases 24-001747, 24-001758, 24-001980, 24-002048, 24-002142, 24-002472, 24-002533, 24-002586)
• Continued 5 cases to future hearings (24-001412, 24-002114, 24-002336, 24-003121, 24-003053)

DRC - Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025, has been cancelled.