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City Commission Meeting

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 · Government meeting record

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The Oakland Park City Commission met to approve the final FY2025 budget, which includes a property tax rate reduction alongside increases in fire, stormwater, and solid waste fees. The meeting also featured updates on local school performance, upcoming infrastructure projects, and community events.

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Residents will see a lower property tax millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year, but will pay higher annual assessments for fire services, stormwater management, and solid waste collection.

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City Hall Commission Chambers 3650 NE 12 Avenue Oakland Park, Florida 33334 MINUTES CITY COMMISSION MEETING SEPTEMBER 18, 2024, 6:30 P.M. The regular meeting of the City Commission of the City of Oakland Park, Florida was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Rosenwald. A CRA Meeting was held prior to Public Comments. ROLL CALL Present: Also Present: Mayor Mitch Rosenwald City Manager David Hebert Vice Mayor Tim Lonergan [by phone] City Attorney DJ Doody Commissioner Steven Arnst City Clerk Renee M. Shrout Commissioner Aisha Gordon Commissioner Letitia Newbold PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A moment of silence was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Robert Rutherford, Prospect Gardens Neighborhood Association President. Mayor Rosenwald dedicated the moment of silence to Anthony Nowell, a treasured Public Works employee, who recently passed away. PROCLAMATIONS Fire Prevention Week - October 6-12 "Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!" Commissioner Arnst moved to publish the proclamation. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The proclamation was presented to Fire Chief Stephen Krivjanik

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 2 National Recycling Awareness Week - September 20-26 Commissioner Arnst moved to publish the proclamation. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The proclamation was presented to Albert Carbon, Public Works Director. Florida Climate Week - October 7-13 Commissioner Arnst moved to publish the proclamation. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The proclamation was presented to Molly Ferch, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator. Prospect Gardens Neighborhood Day Commissioner Arnst moved to publish the proclamation. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The proclamation was presented to Robert Rutherford, Prospect Gardens Neighborhood Association president. ADDITIONS / CHANGES / DELETIONS  Commissioner Arnst added a resolution for Item 3 and added revised resolution for Item 5. He also requested Item 19 be heard before Public Comments.  City Manager Hebert requested Item 6 be deferred to December 4, 2024. Commissioner Arnst moved to amend the agenda. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald Commissioner Arnst moved to approve agenda as amended. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 3 PRESENTATIONS * Oktoberfest Presentation - October 4, 5 and 6 Christopher Casale, Director of Parks and Leisure Services reviewed event details while Phil Colp from Funky Buddha distributed food samples. Mary Cozee, Assistant Manager from Central Bark, announced the 18th Annual Dachshund Dash will be held Saturday, October 5 at 5 PM and encouraged participation from dachshund owners. Lastly, Mr. Casale recognized event planner Christine Najac who helped organize and produce the event. * Dr. Holness School Board Member Update Presentation Dr. Jeff Holness, Broward County School Board District 5 member presented Broward County achieved an "A" district rating for the first time in 14 years. School grades for Oakland Park: Lloyd Estates Elementary received a "C," North Andrews Gardens Elementary a "B," Oakland Park Elementary a "B," James Rickards Middle a "C," and Northeast High School a "B." He noted major renovations would be completed at Rickards Middle School and discussed the new Focus attendance software. Dr. Holness noted a decline in Broward County school enrollment, with the district facing the potential closure of at least five schools due to 43,000 empty seats in the county. He emphasized the importance of community involvement in shaping the future of local schools and reviewed past and upcoming community meetings. He also provided updates on budget allocations: $82.7 million for a new building at Rickards Middle School and $47 million for new construction and repairs at Northeast High School. Mayor Rosenwald acknowledged Northeast High had earned a "B" rating for the first time in three years. Dr. Holness explained that schools had yet to be selected for closure. Still, it remained a possibility, and community input would be considered in the decision-making process. The Mayor also expressed interest in meeting with Superintendent Hepburn and School Board members to provide feedback. He thanked the Board for the rebuilding of Rickards Middle School. Commissioner Gordon inquired of Dr. Holness what led to the improvement in Oakland Park school ratings. Dr. Holness attributed it to the School Board's commitment to raising the district’s performance under Dr. Licata, with Dr. Hepburn continuing those efforts. Commissioner Newbold inquired about possible changes to school start times. Dr. Holness responded that while Tallahassee considers adjustments, no changes are planned for Broward County this year.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 4 * Update on the Fort Lauderdale Sewer Forcemain Replacement along NE 38th Street (Park Lane East) from NE 12th Ave to US 1. Albert Carbon, Public Works Director reported the City of Fort Lauderdale would be installing approximately 16,500 linear feet of sanitary sewer force main in four phases. The project will replace the existing force main form Dixie Highway east across Federal Hwy into Coral Ridge Golf Course with horizontal directional drilling. The project will be completed in 2025. BUDGET PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Adoption of the Final, FY25 Millage Rates and Operating Budget Advertising for this public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel September 15, 2024. Andrew Thompson, Chief Financial Officer, provided the budget presentation for FY 2025. Key budget highlights include a reduction in the operating millage rate from 5.8362 to 5.72432 mills, marking the tenth reduction in eleven years and the lowest rate in fifteen years. Since FY 2014, the total reduction has been 10.5%, saving taxpayers over $17 million. The combined debt service millage rate was also lowered from 0.6338 to 0.5534 mills. However, the fire assessment increased from $276 to $382 per residential unit due to rising fire suppression costs. The stormwater assessment rate rose from $114 to $125 per equivalent residential unit to fund the stormwater master plan, and the residential solid waste assessment increased from $310 to $340, with a 9.68% increase in commercial rates due to higher tipping fees. The budget maintains general fund reserves at approximately 22% and supports a $38.4 million capital improvement program. Challenges for FY 2025 include rising pension and public safety costs, increased maintenance demands, higher solid waste tipping fees, ongoing supply chain disruptions, inflation, facility bond construction expenses, the logistics and costs of relocating, high interest rates, and mandatory rail crossing contributions. On the positive side, FY 2025 benefits from the property tax base expanding for the 12th consecutive year by 14.78%, significant private developments adding over $260 million to the tax rolls, securing low interest rates on bonds and loans for key projects, applying for the State Revolving Loan Fund for stormwater improvements, continued success in securing grants for capital projects, and major new city facilities set to open. The total proposed FY 2025 budget is $166.2 million, the largest in the city's history, broken down as follows: General Fund (GF) at $80.5 million, Enterprise Fund at $49.1 million, Debt Service Fund at $5.8 million, Special Revenue Fund at $1.4 million, and GF Capital Improvement Projects at $29.2 million. Enterprise funds include the Solid Waste Fund ($10.03 million), Stormwater Fund ($12.2 million), and Water and Sewer Fund ($26.8 million). The 2025 Business Plan features over 190 initiatives valued at over $8.5 million. The proposed millage rate is 7.42% above the rolled- back rate of 5.3289, with Oakland Park accounting for less than one-third of property tax bills. The "Save Our Homes" initiative continues to provide substantial tax benefits for homestead properties. Mr. Thompson concluded the presentation and recommended adopting an operating millage rate of 5.7243 and a debt service millage rate of 0.5534.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 5 Public Hearing on the Millage Rate was held as advertised.  Fitzgerald Budhoo, of 720 NE 59th Court, expressed his support for the budget, praising the City's outstanding services. He also inquired about the City's bond rating. Commissioner Gordon moved to adopt the Operating Millage Rate of 5.7243 mills. Commissioner Arnst seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald City Attorney Doody stated the general obligation debt service levy for series 2020 would be 0.3589 mills and the general obligation debt service levy for series 2022 would be 0.1445 mills. Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-159 A) RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A FINAL OPERATING MILLAGE RATE OF 5.7243 MILLS FOR THE CITY’S GENERAL OPERATING FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2024 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025; ADOPTING THE REQUIRED MILLAGE LEVY FOR VOTED DEBT SERVICE FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SERIES 2020 FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2024 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025; ADOPTING THE REQUIRED MILLAGE LEVY FOR VOTED DEBT SERVICE FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SERIES 2022 FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2024 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Public Hearing on the FY25 Budget was held as advertised.  Fitzgerald Budhoo – 720 NE 59th Court, highlighted the $1.5 million increase in the BSO budget and the $184,000 decrease in the Fire Rescue budget. He emphasized the need to assess response times on the City's west side. He requested BSO to provide detailed information on crime prevention and public safety activities. He also expressed interest in seeing the grants the City would award to nonprofits, stressing that organizations serving Oakland Park residents should receive priority for funding allocations. Commissioner Newbold inquired about property tax exemptions. Mr. Thompson explained they are defined by State Law, and some, such as those for low-income seniors, were locally adopted. The Broward County Property Appraiser accepted applications for the exemptions.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 6 Fire Chief Stephen Krivjanik provided information on hospital availability with Florida Medical Center closing. Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-155 B) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A FINAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2024 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025; DETERMINING AND FIXING THE AMOUNTS NECESSARY TO CARRY ON THE GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR; DETERMINING THE AMOUNT OF APPLICABLE FUNDS ON HAND; ESTIMATING RECEIPTS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, CRA FUND AND OTHER SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, DEBT SERVICE FUND, ENTERPRISE FUNDS INCLUDING WATER AND SEWER, SOLID WASTE AND STORMWATER FUNDS, EXHIBIT "A"; ADOPTING CITY FISCAL POLICIES, EXHIBIT "B"; ADOPTING THE CITYWIDE COMPENSATION PLAN, EXHIBIT "C"; ADOPTING THE FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN, "EXHIBIT D"; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. NOTE: The City Commission took a 10-minute recess. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS 2. Case #CD24-16V | "Valuetainment" | Variance - Fence Front Yard Setback - An application by 5100 N. Dixie Properties, LLC., requesting the approval of a variance from Section 24-38(G)(1)(c) which requires a ten (10) foot front yard setback for fences and walls to allow for a proposed 1.5 foot front yard setback for fences and walls for the subject property located at 5100 N. Dixie Highway, identified with parcel identification number 4942-14-04-0010. Advertising for the public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel September 8, 2024. City Attorney Doody swore in witnesses. Sierra Marrero, Director of Engineering and Community Development, provided staff’s presentation. Ryan Abrams - 888 SE 3rd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, the applicant’s representative, presented the request and asked for approval. The Public Hearing was held as advertised. There were no comments.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 7 Mayor Rosenwald acknowledged he had ex-parte communications with the applicant. All other Commissioners had not. Commissioner Arnst moved to approve the variance based on the oddly triangular shaped property that would not allow for a 10 foot setback and set the fence set back at 1.5 foot yard setback instead of 10 feet based on staff’s findings. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Mayor Rosenwald, Commissioner Arnst, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Gordon Vice Mayor Lonergan (Not present to participate.) 3. Case #CD22-32P | "Empowerment" Final Plat - An application by the Urban League of Broward County, Inc., Broward County School Board, and Harris Chapel, Inc. requesting approval of the "Empowerment" Final Plat, covering 20.8 gross acres (19.7 net acres) located at the northwest corner of NW 21st Avenue and NW 26th Street, identified by five (5) parcel numbers: 494229000150; 494229000170; 494229000181; 494229000182; 494229410010. Advertising for this public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel September 8, 2024. City Attorney Doody swore witnesses. Sierra Marrero, Director of Engineering and Community Development provided staff’s presentation regarding request from owner/applicant Urban League of Broward County, Inc., Broward County School Board, and Harris Chapel United Methodist Church Inc. contains 20.8 gross acres generally located at the northwest corner of NW 21 Avenue and NW 26 Street within Lakeside Estates neighborhood, currently identified with five (5) separate parcels. Approval of the LUPA and subsequent approval of the mixed-use community "Village at Oakland Park", the PUD is intended to be designed and operated as an affordable and workforce housing community, targeting a range of area median incomes (AMI), from 30% AMI to 140% AMI, in alignment with the income limits set forth by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation and the current Broward County Housing Finance guidelines and Affordability Standards as a baseline. Of the total 469 residential dwelling units, the 114 townhouses will be fee simple, private individual ownership units, and 355 mid-rise apartments will be rental units. Sidney Calloway, the applicant’s representative, requested for staff’s report be added to the record and invited questions. Key components of the “Empowerment” Final Plat and requirements include: Plat Note Restriction:  Plat note limiting the subject property to a total of 469 residential dwelling units consisting of 114 townhouses and 355 mid-rise apartments, 30,000 sq. ft. of Community Center, 9,620 sq. ft. of Church, 7,850 sq. ft. Daycare, and 8,250 sq. ft. of Commercial Use.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 8 Public Right-of Way Dedications: 1. Dedication of seven (7) feet of public right-of-way along NW 21 Avenue. NW 21 Avenue is defined as a Broward County Trafficway with a minimum 94-foot required corridor width. 2. The seven (7) feet of dedicated right-of-way will create the required 47-foot right-of-way from the centerline west along NW 21 Avenue. 3. One (1) access point along NW 21 Avenue consisting of 60 feet in width. 4. Dedications of fifteen (15) feet of public right-of-way along NW 26 Street. NW 26 Street is not a Broward County Trafficway, however, is under Broward County jurisdiction which has minimum 80-foot required width. The fifteen (15) feet of dedicated right-of-way will create the required 40-foot right-of-way from the centerline north along NW 26th Street. Four (4) access points along NW 26th Street, two (2) consisting of 40 feet in width and the other two (2) consisting of 50 feet in width. Broward County Review: 1. Pursuant to Section 5-18 of the Broward County Land Development Code, Broward County conducted a review of the “Empowerment” Preliminary Plat and subsequently issued a Development Review Report (DRR) & Notification of Readiness. The “Empowerment” Final Plat has complied with the requirements of the DRR. 2. The "Empowerment" Final Plat requires final approval by Broward County Commission which is subject to approval by the City Commission. Subdivision and Infrastructure: 1. The “Empowerment” Final Plat is a boundary plat, future subdivisions within the final plat must adhere to Sec. 24-96. Subdivision layout and improvement standards. 2. Contingent upon the approval of the companion application for rezoning CD22-30RZ and master development plan CD22-29PUD, all future lots subdivided within the subject property shall be in accordance with the "Village at Oakland Park" Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Master Development Plan. 3. A Master Lot Plan shall be provided and approved by the City prior to the subdivision and creation of any new lot before official submittal and recording with the Broward County Property Appraiser's office. Compliance with City Land Development Code: The application complies with all relevant sections of the City’s Land Development Code, including provisions related to platting, subdivision layout, private and public streets, and right- of-way requirements. Specific sections of the code governing the application include: Sec. 24-96. Subdivision layout and improvement standards. Sec. 24-188. Applicability and Definitions. Sec. 24-189(D). General review procedures / Approval of final plat.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 9 The Public Hearing was held as advertised.  Fitzgerald Budhoo – 720 NE 59th Court, stated his support for the project. He felt it was very important to the City’s west side and would be a model for the country and the impetus for economic expansion in the area.  Vernon Hardgrave, 50-year member of Harris Chapel and former City Manager of Miramar, indicated his full trust in the City and stated his support for the project and the partnership. City Attorney Doody indicated the staff report was part of the record. Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Mayor Rosenwald, Commissioner Arnst, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Gordon Vice Mayor Lonergan (Not present to participate.) The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-156 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING A FINAL PLAT FOR THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF NW 21 AVENUE AND NW 26 STREET AND CONTAINING 20.8 GROSS ACRES (19.7 NET ACRES) MORE OR LESS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING 4. Case #CD22-31CP The Village @ Oakland Park | Land Use Plan Amendment (LUPA) - An Application by the Urban League of Broward County, Inc., Broward County School Board, and Harris Chapel United Methodist Church Inc., Requesting a Small Scale Amendment to the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) of the City of Oakland Park Comprehensive Plan to Change the Existing Future Land Use Designation from Low Density Residential (L-5) and Community Facilities (CF) Designations to a Proposed Medium-High Density Residential (MH-25) for the Subject Property generally located at the northwest corner of NW 21st Avenue and NW 26th Street, identified with parcel identification numbers: 494229000150; 494229000170; 494229000181; 494229000182; 494229410010. Advertising for this public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel September 8, 2024. Sierra Marrero, Director of Engineering and Community Development provided staff’s presentation.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 10 The Public Hearing was held as advertised. There were no comments. Commissioner Arnst stated a clerical error on the date for the second reading for the Broward County Commission meeting. Ms. Marrero stated the correct date was September 5, 2024. Mayor Rosenwald stated this was “all about community input.” He stated when they talked about affordable housing, they needed to get beyond the 80%, to 120% and 140% to help social workers, police officers and teachers as well as bus drivers and housekeepers. Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the ordinance on second reading. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The ordinance, as adopted on second reading, carried the following title: ORDINANCE O-2024-009 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK FUTURE LAND USE MAP (FLUM) BY CHANGING THE EXISTING FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (L-5) AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES (CF) DESIGNATIONS TO A PROPOSED MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MH-25) FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF NW 21ST AVENUE AND NW 26TH STREET, AS MORE PARTICULARLY AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AND CONTAINING 19.43 NET ACRES, MORE OR LESS; AS INITIATED BY THE APPLICANTS, URBAN LEAGUE OF BROWARD COUNTY AND HARRIS CHAPEL, INC.; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 5. Case #CD22-30RZ & CD22-29PUD | The Village @ Oakland Park Planned Unit Development (PUD) - An Application by the Urban League of Broward County, Inc., Broward County School Board, and Harris Chapel United Methodist Church Inc., Requesting an Amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Oakland Park to Change the Existing Zoning from Single-Family Residential District (R-1) and Community Facilities District (CF) to a proposed Planned Unit Development (PUD) Consisting of 469 Residential Dwelling Units with an Accompanying Master Development Plan for the Subject Property Generally Located at the Northwest Corner of NW 21st Avenue and NW 26th Street, Identified with Parcel Identification Numbers: 494229000150; 494229000170; 494229000181; 494229000182; 494229410010. Advertising for this public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel September 8, 2024. Sierra Marrero, Director of Engineering and Community Development provided staff’s presentation for Items 5A and 5B. Public Hearing was held as advertised.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 11  Fitzgerald Budhoo, 720 NE 59th Court, discussed the amenities of the project. Commissioner Arnst inquired if this development was classified as a Transit Oriented Development. Ms. Marrero responded that it was not. He then inquired whether the development would permit an Airbnb to operate in one of the units. Sidney Calloway, the applicant’s representative, stated he was unsure if this was covered in the declaration of restrictive covenants and agreed to review the matter with City Attorney Doody. He added that the Urban League would ensure that any unit owners align with the mission and scope of the development and noted that the HOA documents would include rules regarding vacation rentals. Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the ordinance on second reading. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The ordinance, as adopted on second reading, carried the following title: ORDINANCE O-2024-010 A) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK FROM A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-1) AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CF) TO A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) WITH AN ACCOMPANYING MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN, WHICH PROVIDES FOR A RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT NOT TO EXCEED 469 RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF NW 21ST AVENUE AND NW 26TH STREET, AS MORE PARTICULARLY AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AND CONTAINING 19.43 NET ACRES, MORE OR LESS; AS INITIATED BY THE APPLICANTS, URBAN LEAGUE OF BROWARD COUNTY AND HARRIS CHAPEL, INC.; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. NOTE: Extend the Meeting Commissioner Gordon moved to extend the meeting. Commissioner Arnst seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 12 The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-157 B) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED CONVEYING ROAD IMPROVEMENTS, AS DEPICTED ON THE “EMPOWERMENT” PLAT, BETWEEN THE URBAN LEAGUE OF BROWARD COUNTY, INC., HARRIS CHAPEL, INC. AND THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK; ACCEPTANCE OF THE WARRANTY DEED IS SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL BY THE CITY ATTORNEY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING The Item was continued until December 4, 2024. 6. Case # CD24-24T | Text Amendment to Section 24-64(2)(g) Repairs; Section 24-65 Current License Plates; and Section 24-79(A)(10) Repair and Maintenance of Vehicles. Advertising for this public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel September 8, 2024. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA AMENDING CHAPTER 24 ENTITLED "LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE" BY SPECIFICALLY AMENDING SECTION 24-64 (2)(G) ENTITLED "REPAIRS", SECTION 24-65 ENTITLED "CURRENT LICENSE PLATES", SECTION 24-79 (A)(10) ENTITLED "REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF VEHICLES", TO REQUIRE CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS FOR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF VEHICLES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The Public Hearing was held as advertised. Commissioner Arnst moved to continue the public hearing until December 4, 2024. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald City Commissioner Recessed for the CRA meeting 9:50 – 9:58 p.m. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS At this time any person will be allowed to speak on any matter that pertains to City business for a length of time not to exceed four minutes per person.  Fitzgerald Budhoo, 720 NE 59th Court, spoke about the Entrepreneurship Academy, emphasizing its potential to boost business growth on the city’s west side. He also mentioned that the Broward County Commission had discussed the implementation of automatic license plate readers, which he believed would enhance public safety and crime prevention. He suggested that part of the BSO budget should be allocated to bring this technology to Oakland Park.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 13 19. Award of ITB #082124 "Demolition of Former Omega Church Building & Site (1300 NE 38 Street, Oakland Park, FL 33334)" to Provide Demolition and Debris Removal Services. Commissioner Arnst moved to find Ultimate Demolition, LLC the most responsible and responsive bidder and to award them the bid in an amount not to exceed $122,566.50. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-169 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, DETERMINING THAT ULTIMATE DEMOLITION, LLC IS THE MOST RESPONSIVE AND MOST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER IN RESPONSE TO THE INVITATION TO BID #082124 TO PROVIDE DEMOLITION AND DEBRIS REMOVAL SERVICES OF THE FORMER OMEGA CHURCH BUILDING AND SITE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Arnst moved to approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of items 8 through 18. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald 8. Code Lien Settlement for 2104 W Oakland Park Blvd Approved on consent to accept the negotiated settlement coordinated with the City Attorney’s Office in the amount of $26,480 less Orange Lien 40% fee of $4,634 plus $850 for administrative/recording fees. This total settlement offer is to be paid within ninety (90) days of the City Commission’s approval. Failure to pay within the ninety (90) days would void the settlement.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 14 9. PropLogix LLC d/b/a Orange Lien Data LLC Contract Renewal for Code Enforcement Lien Negotiation Services Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-158 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A ONE (1) YEAR RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT LIEN NEGOTIATION SERVICES WITH PROPLOGIX, LLC; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 10. Legislative Consultant Services Agreement Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-159 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A RENEWAL AGREEMENT FOR LEGISLATIVE CONSULTING SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK AND RUSS KLENET & ASSOCIATES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 11. Agreement with Hands on South Florida Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-160 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN HANDS ON SOUTH FLORIDA AND THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 15 12. Amendment and Renewal of Agreement with South Florida Food and Wine, Inc. Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-161 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A FIRST RENEWAL AND AMENDMENT OF AGREEMENT FOR EVENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK AND SOUTH FLORIDA FOOD AND WINE, INC; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 13. Oktoberfest Agreement Between The City of Oakland Park and Funky Buddha Brewery, LLC Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-162 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A CATERING AND EVENT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH FUNKY BUDDHA BREWERY, LLC; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 14. Ninth Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement with Horizon of Oakland Park, LLC for the Acquisition of Downtown Properties Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-163 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE NINTH AMENDMENT TO THE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK AND HORIZON OAKLAND PARK, LLC; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 16 15. Resolution of Support for a Grant Application for the EPA's Inflation Reduction Act Community Change Grants Program in Partnership with the Urban League of Broward County Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-164 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS RELATED TO THE GRANT APPLICATION WITH THE URBAN LEAGUE OF BROWARD COUNTY AS THE LEAD APPLICANT AND THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK AS THE STATUTORY PARTNER FOR THE COMMUNITY CHANGE GRANTS PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 16. Approval of a Work Authorization for Professional Architectural and Engineering Services for the Restoration and Improvements for the Stevens Field Park Project Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-165 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A WORK AUTHORIZATION FOR ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES WITH CALVIN, GIORDANO & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE RESTORATION AND IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE STEVENS FIELD PARK PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $121,042; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 17. Approval of a Work Authorization with Craven & Thompson for Professional Consulting Services Related to Force Main Rerouting. Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-166 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A WORK AUTHORIZATION FOR PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES WITH CRAVEN THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES, INC., RELATED TO FORCE MAIN IMPROVEMENTS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $36,820; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 17 18. Renewal of Agreements to Purchase Pharmaceuticals from Bound Tree Medical, LLC and Medline Industries, Inc., Utilizing Broward Sheriff's Office Bid #20041JLS for Fire Rescue Department Adopted on consent. Resolution A, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-167 A) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO RENEW THE AGREEMENT WITH BOUND TREE MEDICAL, LLC FOR THE PURCHASE OF PHARMACEUTICALS, UTILIZING THE PRICING, TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF BROWARD SHERIFF’S OFFICE RFP #2004JLS EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLIES; APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY UP TO THE BUDGETED AVAILABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Resolution B, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-168 B) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO RENEW THE AGREEMENT WITH MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, INC., FOR THE PURCHASE OF PHARMACEUTICALS, UTILIZING THE PRICING, TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF BROWARD SHERIFF’S OFFICE RLI/BID #20041JLS EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLIES; APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY UP TO THE BUDGETED AVAILABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS 20. City Commission Discussion Item - Land Use Amendment on Affordable Housing - Mayor Rosenwald Following discussion, Commissioner Arnst moved to bring the item back with the following edit to the compressive plan under policy section 2.2.7.: Expand the use of development agreements to increase the number of set-aside units for affordable and attainable housing by expanding the period of affordability to 10-years and including encourage a determined number of units that serve household incomes below 80% average area median income (AMI). with an effort to include serving households earning 60%. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Commissioner Gordon, Mayor Rosenwald 21. REPORTS FROM THE CITY COMMISSION Vice Mayor Lonergan commented as follows:

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 18 1) Stated his appreciation for Parks and Leisure Services staff for their hard work on upcoming events including Latin Fest and Oktoberfest. 2) Reminded everyone of the Oakland Park School Principal Grade discussion coming up on September 25, 8:30 AM at Northeast High School. City Manager Hebert stated the City’s school principals would discuss how the City could assist them in improving school grades. Principals had requested a limited audience to encourage communication among those present. The city manager added that attendees include the City’s School Advisory Board members, City Commission members and school principals. City Attorney Doody stated the meeting would be public, but limited to the capacity of the room and the accommodations available to members of the public. He noted the meeting was sponsored by the Broward County School Board. Mayor Rosenwald hoped that next year the attendance could be expanded to 100 people. 3) Announced the third anniversary of Rebel Wine Bar on September 27. 4) Thanked the City’s vendors and volunteer corps for participating in City events. Commissioner Gordon commented as follows: 1) Thanked staff for all the work they did preparing for the meeting. 2) Recognized all those individuals who had received proclamations and thanked Dr. Holness. 3) Expressed condolences to the Anthony Nowell’s family regarding their loss. 4) Addressed her colleagues on the dais and thanked them for their support over the past four years. 5) Looking forward to the Latin Fest event on September 20. 6) Requested everyone to keep the City green, clean, and environmentally sustainable. Commissioner Newbold commented as follows: 1) Congratulated CrossFit SoFlow on their new business. 2) Thanked staff and City Manager Hebert for being so helpful. 3) Looking forward to attending the Latin Fest event and Oktoberfest. 4) Thanked the residents for sharing their concerns. Commissioner Arnst commented as follows: 1) Thanked County Commissioner Lamar Fischer, attorney Dennis Mele, Lauderhill Commissioner Mellissa Dunn, and lobbyist Russ Klenet for getting the County to support putting the school mitigation fee on the County Commission agenda. 2) Thanked City Manager Hebert for all his efforts. Mayor Rosenwald commented as follows: 1) Thanked staff for making such methodical progress on City projects and for multitasking so frequently and so well. 2) Remarked that Mr. Klenet was an excellent lobbyist for the City. REPORTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES September 18, 2024 Page 19 22. Floodplain Management Plan - Progress Report 2024 23. Volunteer Report FY 2024 - 3rd Quarter REPORTS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY 24. City Attorney's Report - September 18, 2024 ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at: 10:30 pm. CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA _____________________________________ MITCH ROSENWALD, MAYOR ATTEST: ____________________________________ RENEE M. SHROUT, CMC, CITY CLERK

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