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City Commission Meeting

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 · Government meeting record

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The Oakland Park City Commission met to discuss improvements to the city's building permit process, environmental sustainability initiatives, and updates to solid waste ordinances. The meeting also included recognition for the city's water safety efforts and introductions of new school resource officers.

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Residents and contractors are now required to use an online portal for all building permit applications, inspections, and fee payments, replacing the previous manual review process.

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City Hall Commission Chambers 3650 NE 12 Avenue Oakland Park, Florida 33334 MINUTES CITY COMMISSION MEETING AUGUST 7, 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. ROLL CALL Present: Also Present: Mayor Mitch Rosenwald City Manager David Hebert Vice Mayor Tim Lonergan 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 Commissioner Gordon. ADDITIONS / CHANGES / DELETIONS  Commissioner Arnst moved to incorporate Item 3 with Item 15 and add Supplemental Item 15A to the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Arnst moved to amend the agenda. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the amended agenda. Vice Mayor Lonergan seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald PRESENTATIONS * School Resource Officer Introductions BSO Captain Anna Murillo Quigley introduced the Oakland Park School Resource Officers Deputy Karim Pettite-Frer and Deputy Ricardo Carvahal.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 2 * Water Smart Community Designation - Gold Level Fire Chief Stephen Krivjanik reported Broward County Department of Health recently recognized the City for their Community Water Safety initiative and introduced Venice Rolle, Department of Health Drowning Program who presented the award. Sarah Perry, with Aden Perry Hero Life Ring Initiative, described the city’s initiative. Chief Krivjanik noted the water safety rings are located at Veterans Park and Royal Palm Park. Commission members thanked Ms. Perry for continuing to honor her son with this initiative. A moment of silence was observed for Aden Perry. Dr. John Cunha, Medical Director of the Emergency Medical Services, stated he was available to the Commission members anytime and summarized his position as Medical Director for the City’s EMS services. * Building Services Permitting Improvement Plan Brad Ostroff, Interim Director of Building and Community Services provided staff’s presentation along with Greg Garcy, Permitting Operations Manager and Patrick Richardson, Vice Assistant Building Official. Mr. Ostroff reported February of this year, the department fully implemented electronic permitting to allow residents and builders/contractors to apply for permits and track progress through in online portal. Previously, plans were reviewed by each discipline, one at a time, delaying the process. Once plans are reviewed, the customer is notified and can pay fees online. Inspections are scheduled online, or by phone, and if done before 3:00 p.m. the inspection will be performed the next business day. The inspector will contact the customer and coordinate the inspection. Inspection results are uploaded into the portal allowing the customer to view the process at all times. Permitting trends indicate an increase from 2020 to 2024 equating to 300 or more permits a month. Mr. Ostroff concluded the presentation with invitation to participate in the Oakland Park Business Partners Forum meeting Tuesday, August 13, with moderator former Mayor Jane Bolin, to discuss and provide suggestions for improvements. City Manager Hebert explained the city’s transition out of Covid and challenges being faced with the supply chain and inflation. He remarked on the great work staff has accomplished in the past three years to implement the online process and how the request for permits doubled with the increased building while staffing remained the same. Vice Mayor Lonergan inquired if there were any “pain points” that were beyond their control. Mr. Ostroff shared that in some cases, there worked had doubled with the increase in development and need to rely on contractors for many disciplines. He stated it was difficult to get the same people inspectors from the vendors due to scheduling. Mr. Ostroff stated they had stopped offering after- hours walk-ins. Mr. Richardson noted that with electronic applications, people could upload documents, schedule inspections and check on progress whenever it was convenient. City Manager Hebert stated people were encouraged to make appointments to address questions. Vice Mayor

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 3 Lonergan wished appointments to be available after 5 PM. City Manager Hebert stated he was not aware of issues with hours offered, but could make adjustments if necessary. Commissioner Gordon inquired how someone could speak to staff about an application and Mr. Ostroff stated there was a phone number and email address on the application. Mr. Richardson stated the lobby was open from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Commissioner Arnst thanked City Manager Hebert for taking ownership of the issue to address it. He agreed consistency with the inspector was important. Mayor Rosenwald inquired about educating the public on the improved process and City Manager Hebert stated Mr. Ostroff was working with the Public Information Office on printed and online educational materials. * Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability Update Albert Carbon, Public Works Director introduced Molly Ferch, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator to provide staff’s presentation. Ms. Ferch noted the new additions to the city’s strategic performance areas in FY 2025 were: enhanced tree giveaway, 10-year water supply plan, water conservation outreach, aquatic planting, maintenance and development of bioswales and keep Oakland Park beautiful and reviewed the current city-wide initiatives and programs. The joint climate action plan 2.0 with Wilton Manors was in progress and implementing the action plan is ongoing. There are fifteen stormwater master plan capital projects. The vulnerability assessment for flooding was done in 2021 in conjunction with the master plan. An update to the vulnerability assessment was approved in July and will be complete in the next 10 months. She reviewed the city’s increased green space, protecting natural resources, keep Oakland Park Beautiful and EPA community change grant application. The Commission stated their appreciation for the presentation. Vice Mayor Lonergan inquired about aquatic plantings in Cherry Creek Park and Ms. Ferch stated there were some aquatic plantings, but wished to expand to prevent erosion. She agreed to look into plantings for Cherry Creek Park. Mayor Rosenwald inquired if mangroves were protected and Ms. Ferch stated they were state- wide protected, so the City did not need to take further action. City Attorney Doody stated the County had authority over the mangroves. Mayor Rosenwald inquired about a project with NASA and Ms. Ferch described this intern program. She then explained the term “environmental justice.” Mayor Rosenwald inquired for a ceremony or activity with Wilton Manors marking their joint Climate Action kick-off.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 4 PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING 1. Update to Chapter 13 of the City’s Code of Ordinances relating to Solid Waste. Advertising for this public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel July 28, 2024. Albert Carbon, Public Works Director provided staff’s presentation and recommended approval. Public Hearing was held as advertised.  Fitz Budhoo, 720 NE 59th Court, noted this change should include a “massive” education program for residents. He remarked on the various issues that could arise. He stated his support for the ordinance. Commissioner Arnst inquired on the process to approve fees by resolution and not by ordinance. City Manager Hebert discussed the history of moving fees from ordinances to resolutions which began four years ago. The concept allows the city to be responsive and nimble with dramatic cost changes to city activities and is applied across the board regarding fees. Commissioner Arnst recommended also reviewing commercial rates. City Manager Hebert noted the 10 cubic yard limit requirement would be rolled out gradually; people would not receive citations immediately. Vice Mayor Lonergan inquired if there was a better way of showing the community what 10 cubic yards look like. Mr. Carbon stated the medium size car was a good comparative for residents to understand what10 cubic yards looks like. It was also in the code on the length and width of items. Mr. Carbon confirmed residents can drop off bulk items at the Powerline site north of Copan Road. They accept electronics, bulk trash and hazardous items. They do allow for unlimited bulk trash and you must have documents showing your residency and is not from a commercial business. We are trying to control commercial businesses coming into Oakland Park and dropping off their bulk material for us to pick up. What the resident cuts we will pick up what the contractor cuts they need to take away. Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the ordinance on second reading. Vice Mayor Lonergan seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald The ordinance, as adopted on second reading, carried the following title: ORDINANCE O-2024-008 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 13 ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE"; PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR AN UPDATE TO PLACEMENT FOR COLLECTION AND REMOVAL AFTER COLLECTION;

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 5 PROVIDING FOR THE DELETION OF SEC. 13-39, SEC. 13-51, SEC. 13-52, AND SEC. 13-61 IN THE ENTIRETY OF EACH AFOREMENTIONED SECTION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. NOTE: The Commission took a brief recess. 2. 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.  Matt Pasoni, 3460 Powerline Road, All Saints Soup Kitchen, spoke about the ongoing issue the City has with the soup kitchen which seems unnecessary. He recalled that initially, the City had helped them but now the primary objective is to push them out. He was seeking an amicable solution. He stated the extended legal battles, and the dollars expended could be used in a better way.  Fitz Budhoo, 720 NE 49th Court, thanked the City for the Permitting Improvement Plan presentation. He spoke about his own experience with the permitting process. CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Arnst moved to approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of items 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 15A. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald 4. Medical Director Services Contract Renewal, RFP 072718 A Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-127 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR MEDICAL DIRECTOR SERVICES WITH JOHN CUHNA, D.O. FOR AN ADDITIONAL TWO (2) YEAR TERM AND APPROVING THE INCREASE IN COST OF SERVICE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 5. Bond Counsel Agreement Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-128

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 6 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE ENGAGEMENT OF THE FIRM NABORS, GIBLIN & NICKERSON, PA AS THE CITY'S BOND AND DISCLOSURE COUNSEL AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE FIRM AND THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 6. Resolution of Support for the Route to 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Projects within the City of Oakland Park Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-129 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE ROUTE TO 2050 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) PROJECT WITHIN THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 7. Fuel Card Services – Wex Bank Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-130 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF UNLEADED AND DIESEL FUEL AT LOCAL RETAIL ESTABLISHMENTS, AT NEGOTIATED RATES, USING FUEL PURCHASING CARDS OFFERED BY WEX BANK (WEX), PIGGYBACKING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA ALTERNATE CONTRACT SOURCE CONTRACT NO. 78181701-21- NASPO-ACS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 8. Interlocal Agreement with Broward County for Optional Solid Waste Services Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-131 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT (ILA) WITH BROWARD COUNTY FOR OPTIONAL SOLID WASTE SERVICES LIMITED TO HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE AND BULK & YARD WASTE

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 7 DROP OFF SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 9. Purchase of Janitorial Supplies from HD Supply Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-132 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF JANITORIAL PRODUCTS FROM HD SUPPLY, PIGGYBACKING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF OMNIA PARTNERS CONTRACT #16154; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 10. False Alarm Billing and Collection Contract Renewal Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-133 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 AGREEMENT WITH CENTER SQUARE (D/B/A CRYWOLF) FOR FALSE ALARM BILLING AND COLLECTION SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 15A. Approval of an Agreement for FDOT Utility Work by Highway Contractor – Floranada Road Sidewalk Project (Supplemental agenda item) Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-138 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AND SUBMIT A UTILITY WORK BY HIGHWAY CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT (UWHCA) TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) FOR THE FLORANADA ROAD SIDEWALK PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 8 RESOLUTIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS 11. Code Enforcement Board Appointments - Two (2) Regular Members Commissioner Arnst moved to reappoint Dawn Whittenberg and to appoint Paul Burns. Vice Mayor Lonergan seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Vice Mayor Lonergan seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-134 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPOINTING TWO (2) REGULAR MEMBERS TO SERVE ON THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12. School Advisory Board Appointments - Six (6) Members and one (1) Alternate Member Vice Mayor appointed Jack Donnelly; Commissioner Gordon appointed Nathan Cherson; Commissioner Newbold appointed Jackeline Giansanti; Commissioner Arnst reappointed Emma Collum; Mayor Rosenwald reappointed Daniela Foerch; and City Manager Hebert appointed Lew Naylor. By consensus, Daniel Peters was appointed alternate. Commissioner Arnst moved to appoint Board members Nathan Cherson, Emma Collum, Jack Donnelly, Daniela Foerch, Jackeline Giansanti, Lou Nayler, and Alternate Daniel Peters. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-135

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 9 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA APPOINTING SIX (6) MEMBERS AND ONE (1) ALTERNATE MEMBER TO SERVE ON THE SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 13. Approval of a Work Authorization for Don Bell Signs, LLC for Sign Fabrication, Construction and Installation Services for the Installation of City Entryway signs at Two Specified Locations. Sierra Marrero, Director of Engineering and Community Development provided staff’s presentation for items 13 and 14 and recommended approval. Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-136 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 BETWEEN THE CITY AND DON BELL SIGNS, LLC FOR SIGN FABRICATION, CONSTRUCTION, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES FOR CITY ENTRYWAY SIGNS AT TWO SPECIFIED LOCATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 14. Approval of a Work Authorization for Don Bell Signs, LLC for sign fabrication, construction and installation services for the Dr. Carter G. Woodson Park and Harlem McBride Community Garden Projects Commissioner Arnst moved to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2024-137 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 BETWEEN THE CITY AND DON BELL SIGNS, LLC FOR SIGN FABRICATION, CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION SERVICES FOR THE DR. CARTER G. WOODSON PARK AND HARLEM MCBRIDE COMMUNITY GARDEN PROJECTS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 10 Items 3 and 15 were discussed together. 3. Code Lien Settlement for 604 NE 44 Street – Incorporated in Item 15A. 15. City of Oakland Park ("City") / Code Lien Foreclosure Cases Aylin Ruiz, Assistant City Attorney, provided an update on the top three Code Enforcement liens they were considering for foreclosure. Grosser Investments/Trick Marine had come to an agreement with the City to reduce the lien from $712,250 to $214,475, inclusive of administrative fees. Item15A (Item 3) Commissioner Arnst moved to approve the negotiated lien settlement with Grosser Investments LLC. (TRICK MARINE - 604 NE 44 Street) Vice Mayor Lonergan seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald City Attorney Doody reported neither of the other two property owners had submitted a settlement offer. Ms. Ruiz requested a motion to commence litigation against Extreme Performance Wheels, LLC. She said the owner had recently submitted permit applications but this was seven years in the making. Liens had accrued to $1,442,500 as of July 25, 2024. City Attorney Doody said the City had reached an impasse with the second and third owners. Item 15B - Commissioner Arnst moved to commence litigation against Extreme Performance Wheels, LLC. Vice Mayor Lonergan seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald Ms. Ruiz stated Lilandper LLC was an auto body shop that the City had demolished in 2021, complying the violation. It had taken five years to come into compliance. Fines had accrued to $501,100 and the owner had made no settlement offer. Item 15C - Commissioner Arnst moved to commence litigation against Lilandper LLC. Vice Mayor Lonergan seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald 16. REPORTS FROM THE CITY COMMISSION Commissioner Gordon commented as follows: 1) Thanked everyone who provided comments and made presentations. 2) Attended the groundbreaking ceremony for PARK (O2). She stated these developers kept raising the bar and was looking forward to the development. 3) Stated schools were opening soon and cautioned everyone driving to slow down in school zones, obey school bus laws, avoid distractions, and pay full attention to the road when children were crossing.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 11 NOTE: Motion to Extend Meeting Commissioner Arnst moved to extend the meeting. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Arnst, Vice Mayor Lonergan, Mayor Rosenwald Commissioner Arnst commented as follows: 1) Stated all Commission members attended the Gay Softball 30th anniversary event and suggested Mayor Rosenwald send a letter of congratulations from the commission. 2) He noted there were several approved development projects that had languished for years. He asked if the approvals expire. City Manager Hebert agreed to provide a list of the properties and the rules and the Commission could decide how to proceed. Commissioner Newbold commented as follows: 1) Shared her appreciation for the public participation. 2) Attended the Red Velvet Restaurant grand opening where they offer comfort food. 3) Had watched Coach Thompson and his team play. 4) Attended the Oakland Park Child Care Summer Camp event the previous week, as well as the Art and Culture Board children’s summer themed art exhibition. 5) Looking forward to attending the Urban League Summer Block Party on Aug 10 at 11 AM at Harris Chapel in the Lakeside Community. Vice Mayor Lonergan commented as follows: 1) Mentioned Item 7, the Wex Bank Fuel Card services and stated he was concerned the City would no longer have our own gas pumps. For emergency conditions, he inquired if there would be a difference between the City having its pumps and using a private business. 2) Regarding Item 8, Bulk and Yard Waste Drop-off Services, he advised everyone to check the City’s website regarding eligible items and times. Regarding Item 10, False Alarm Billing and Collections, he requested data regarding false alarm calls. Mayor Rosenwald commented as follows: 1) Wished everyone a peaceful evening and a peaceful week and thanked his colleagues, staff, volunteers, and residents. REPORTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER 17. BSO Annual Report 18. Development Activity Report 19. Emergency Repairs to City Park Splash Pad

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES August 7, 2024 Page 12 20. Community Enhancement Division Quarterly Update/3rd Quarter Report - Residential Neighborhood Code Compliance Initiative, Lien Compliance, and Collections, interdepartmental Collaboration. City Manager Hebert reported the Emergency Management Plan and Continuing Operations Plan were being updated. He explained keeping fuel underground was an environmental challenge and would be very expensive. He recalled that since 2005, all gas stations were required to have generators. In an emergency, the City would consider leasing a full tanker. A cooperative plan between cities would also provide access to gas for government agencies. City Manager Hebert said they were trying to be more connected to the business community and looked forward to an outreach meeting next Tuesday. REPORTS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Doody thanked the Commission for their compliments and support and thanked City Manager Hebert and his team. Regarding Mr. Pasoni’s comments, he stated the City had been sued by All Saints Catholic Mission, but the court had dismissed the case twice. The City had never received an offer of settlement. 21 City Attorney's Report - August 7, 2024 ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at: 10:13 PM. CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA _____________________________________ MITCH ROSENWALD, MAYOR ATTEST: ____________________________________ RENEE M. SHROUT, CMC, CITY CLERK

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