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City of Lauderdale Lakes
4300 NW 36th Street – Lauderdale Lakes, Florida 33319-5599 Alfonso A. Gereffi Room – 2nd Floor, City Hall (954) 535-2705 – Fax (954) 535-0573
Office of the City Clerk
AGENDA CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2012 5:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. MINUTES October 16, 2012 Regular Meeting
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PUBLIC COMMENT (LIMITED TO 2 MINUTES-MUST SIGN IN WITH CLERK) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT A. REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR This is an update of the CRA Director's Report
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FINANCE DIRECTOR REPORT CHAIRMAN REPORT COMMITTEE REPORTS : STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS : AD HOC
10. LEGAL REPORT 11. OLD BUSINESS 12. NEW BUSINESS A. PRESENTATION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES' COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) 10 YEAR RETROSPECTIVE OF THE WORK
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This agenda item provides ideas for future public outreach to inform the community and the region of the accomplishments and plans of the City of Lauderdale Lakes. B. PRESENTATION REGARDING THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET GRANT AWARD This agenda item provides a presentation for the TOUCH Initiative of the Broward Regional Health planning Council which has secured start-up funding for a community farmers market in Lauderdale Lakes 13. ITEMS FOR FUTURE DISCUSSION/ANNOUNCEMENTS 14. ADJOURNMENT
Future Meeting: Regular Meeting: January 15, 2013 5:00 p.m.
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CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Cover Page
Yes Fiscal Impact: Contract Requirement: No Yes No Resolution Motion
Title
MINUTES
Summary
October 16, 2012 Regular Meeting
Staff Recommendation
Background: Funding Source:
Appearance
(Names and Titles of Outside Individuals Only)
_______________________________________________________________________ Sponsor Name/Department: Lolita Codrington, City Clerk Meeting Date: December 18, 2012
CRA Meeting-December 18, 2012 CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING OCTOBER 16, 2012 5:00 PM
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Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. called the meeting to order on the above date at 5:05 p.m. in the Commission Chambers located at City Hall, 4300 NW 36th Street, Lauderdale Lakes, Florida. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. Vice Chairperson Edwina Coleman Commissioner Eric Haynes (arrived at 5:12 p.m.) Commissioner Gloria Lewis Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr. Commissioner Levoyd Williams Commissioner Patricia Williams City Manager Jonathan K. Allen CRA Attorney Michael Haygood CRA Executive Director J. Gary Rogers Secretary Celestine Dunmore Members of the Public
Also Present:
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr., followed by the Invocation. 3. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Russell to approve the meeting minutes of September 18, 2012. The motion was properly seconded by Commissioner Levoyd Williams. There was a unanimous voice vote of approval. Motion passed: 7-0 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (LIMITED TO 2 MINUTES-MUST SIGN IN WITH CLERK) None to Report 5. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT A. REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mr. Rogers reported the following: FPL and Bella Vista have not energized the poles for the lights. The bank is going to have FPL power up the line.
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The Florida Redevelopment Association Conference is scheduled from October 24 thru October 26. The CRA Staff moved back to City Hall. On September 20th, the CRA is hosting the Enterprise Florida Training Workshop for Economic Development Professionals. The Broward County American Planning Association met at the Educational and Cultural Center. Funds have been obtained from the Health Planning Council to have a Green Market. Trammel Crow is promoting the Commerce Park. A company has expressed interest in the properties at Bella Vista to build an adult living facility. Staff continues to work with Broward County in anticipation of a Library closing.
Vice Chairperson Coleman asked about the side road that leads from Somerset to the Charter School. Mr. Rogers expressed that it is still an option to use that road. Vice Chairperson Coleman asked if the school has been sold. Mr. Rogers was unaware. Vice Chairperson Coleman commented on a section of the Educational and Cultural Center Building that should be taken care of with shrubbery, cedar chips or something else. Mr. Rogers said that he would speak with someone about that matter. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked about ownership of the road. Mr. Rogers explained he was talking about the easement south of the school. He explained that Somerset Drive, including the road, wires and asphalt, belongs to Somerset. They were allowed through an easement which is now on the CRA’s property to build, maintain and install that roadway. As the landlord, the CRA has the right to use that road. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked about the lots at Bella Vista that were referenced by Mr. Rogers. Mr. Rogers explained that he was talking about the two pieces that were proposed as condos. Commissioner Levoyd Williams expressed that he preferred that businesses be placed there. The CRA should look at commercial properties.
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Mr. Rogers expressed that the units would be market rate homes. The existing zoning and site plan is driving companies to look at residential uses. The CRA Board has the authority to accept or request any change to the site plan. Commissioner Levoyd Williams noted that presently the CRA should look for a way to develop the site as a commercial base. He inquired about the status of the Auto Zone. Mr. Rogers responded that the Auto Zone is still looking. They were rejected for that location. Discussion ensued regarding the use of the two parcels on the Bella Vista site and the commercial real estate market. Commissioner Russell expressed that the Board should give the persons that have the ability to invest the opportunity to make their proposal and determine if it is a good fit. A motion was made by Commissioner Russell to approve the Executive Director’s Report. The motion was properly seconded by Chairperson Coleman. Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. expressed appreciation for having a written report. 6. FINANCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR REPORT Marie Elianor, Financial Services Director, reviewed the monthly report ending September 30, 2012. She pointed out the following: The anticipated County reimbursement should be $208,873. budget for Fiscal Year 2012 is $1,845,349. The percentage of revenue received to date is 102.3%. The total
Commissioner Patricia Williams requested that a revised sheet be provided at another meeting. There was consensus for Ms. Elianor to provide a corrected report at the next CRA meeting for review. 7. CHAIRMAN REPORT Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. reported the following: thanked Mr. Rogers and the CRA Board announced that Mr. Rogers will speak to the Broward League of Cities Reinvestment Board regarding the accomplishments of the CRA expressed that he is looking forward to the Florida Redevelopment Conference to meet redevelopment representatives from other cities and bring information back to the City of Lauderdale Lakes.
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A. RESOLUTION #2012-10 AUTHORIZING THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO EXECUTE THE COMMERCIAL FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND SOPHER INVESTMENTS, INC CRA Attorney Haygood read the resolution by Title only. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE COMMERCIAL FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND SOPHER INVESTMENTS, INC.; DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN AND SECRETARY TO TAKE SUCH ACTIONS AS SHALL BE NECESSARY AND CONSISTENT TO CARRY OUT THE INTENT AND DESIRE OF THE AGENCY; ADOPTING REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Commissioner Russell to move the item to the floor. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patricia Williams. Commissioner Lewis asked for an explanation. Mr. Rogers expressed that Mr. Sopher, along with his team, were present. They are anxious to get started on the exterior improvements. Mr. Rogers referenced page 50 and presented a color rendering. Mr. Rogers noted that for every dollar the CRA would offer a project, upon completion, they would have to put up a dollar of their own money. The applicant will spend over $400,000 which includes inside work. The CRA does not fund any inside work. The windows and stucco will be replaced. The arch covered
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areas will be like Broward Meat and Fish. Mr. Rogers will check the permit, verify the record, get a payment of verification from the property owner and contractor, inspect the property, take pictures of the work and pay after the fact. Commissioner Russell inquired about the title report. CRA Attorney Haygood noted that the title report is required to protect the CRA’s investment and make sure that he performs. There is a five year restriction. The document only subordinates a certain debt. Discussion ensued regarding the title report. Commissioner Russell asked the applicant if they have any potential tenants. Mr. Rafael Sopher, representative of Sopher Investments, said that the property has not been marketed yet. They are waiting on the City to decide and approve the project. Once approved, he will assemble a marketing team to bring businesses to the City. Commissioner Lewis asked Mr. Rogers if the Oakland Park CRA gave CRA money upfront after they did the closing. Mr. Rogers responded that he did not know. Commissioner Lewis expressed that she wants to do more investigation before she supports anything. Mr. Rogers responded by providing the purpose of the program and expressed that this is something that the building and community needs. Commissioner Patricia Williams asked about the applicant’s purpose for acquiring the property. CRA Attorney Haygood responded that there are two requirements in this program. The applicant is not paid until the project is complete. There is a five year limitation to maintain the property at a certain level. Mr. Rogers expressed that the CRA allows transfer of title. The person that takes over the title has to take over the remaining time. CRA Attorney Haygood expressed that the program was to make sure that the investment was maintained for the five years at a certain level. Mr. Rogers noted that the repayment is to keep the property in shape. CRA Attorney Haygood said that the incentive is to improve the building and increase the tax base. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked whether the inside work was going to be done simultaneously with the outside work.
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Commissioner Levoyd Williams requested to have more than one copy of the color rendering. Mr. Sopher noted that the colors are selected from colors that are provided by the City. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked about the kind of tenants. Mr. Sopher said that they will have a marketing team in place. They will start work with the Small Business Administration and Broward County. They will create a brochure. Commissioner Eric Haynes noted that he supports the Commercial Facade Improvement Program. This building has been an eyesore for many years. It is the outside appearance that is going to enhance the overall tax of the City. Mr. Sopher provided information on the renovations, including the windows. Commissioner Haynes expressed that typically the renderings are made apart of the Agreement. Mr. Rogers said that the rendering will be attached once approved from P and Z (Planning and Zoning). Commissioner Haynes expressed that he would prefer that the CRA Board move forward with a reservation of the $50,000 pending the final design. CRA Attorney Haygood suggested “as finally approved by the regulatory bodies.” Commissioner Russell expressed that the investment is going to enhance the facade of the building. Overall it will be a great return on the investment. Vice Chairperson Coleman asked about the sale of the Lakes Mall. Mr. Rogers responded that the property was sold for $21 million. Vice Chairperson Coleman noted the reasons for supporting the project. She noted that it is nice to see people that are interested in investing in the City of Lauderdale Lakes. Chairperson Benjamin Williams requested a roll call. CRA Attorney Haygood added language to the agreement. The Agency and Developer agreed to incorporate and implement a Facade Improvement in accordance with the plan specifications approved by the Agency attached hereto and ultimately approved by the City of Lauderdale Lakes. ROLL CALL SHOWED: FOR: Commissioner Patricia Williams, Commissioner Levoyd Williams, Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr., Commissioner Eric Haynes, Vice-Chair
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Edwina Coleman, Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. AGAINST: Commissioner Gloria Lewis Motion passed: 6-1 B. RESOLUTION #2012-11 APPROVING THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PAYMENT TO THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES TO PROVIDE GRANT MATCHING FUNDS TOTALING $182,000 FOR THE DESIGN, FUNDING AND DEVELOPMENT OF BUS SHELTERS IN COLLABORATION WITH BROWARD COUNTY.
Commissioner Patricia Williams made a motion to move the resolution to the floor. The motion was properly seconded by Commissioner Levoyd Williams. There was a unanimous voice vote of approval. CRA Attorney Haygood read the resolution by Title only: RESOLUTION NO. 2012-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING A PAYMENT TO THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES TO PROVIDE GRANT MATCHING FUNDS FOR THE DESIGN, FUNDING AND DEVELOPMENT OF BUS SHELTERS WITH BROWARD COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Commissioner Patricia Williams requested an explanation of this item. Mr. Rogers explained that this bus shelter breaks down to $100,000 which is the actual match that was pledged. An award was won to build five new masonry bus shelters. Over time, another grant was received that did not require a match. There are ten bus shelters, already. This effort will bring sixteen new bus shelters mostly on Oakland Park Boulevard. The locations are marked on page 84. It is requested that the CRA contribute the match for construction administration and grant administration. By next fall, the bus shelters will be deployed. Commissioner Russell moved to approve. Commissioner Patricia Williams asked if money will be borrowed from the CRA to give to the City in order to match the project that has been approved. CRA Attorney Haygood noted that this is not a loan. It is really a grant. The plan noted that the CRA would build bus shelters. Mr. Rogers added that the award was given to the City.
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Commissioner Patricia Williams asked the CRA Attorney Haygood for a definition of how the CRA funds could be used. CRA Attorney Haygood said that funds could be used for improvements that enhance the tax base within the Community Redevelopment area. That can include transportation improvements, beautification and capital improvements. The funds are really a pass-through that will benefit the CRA area. Commissioner Patricia Williams asked for further clarification. CRA Attorney Haygood expressed that this is not a loan. It is being used for valid CRA purposes. It is in the plan that was adopted. City Manager Allen noted that all sixteen bus shelters will be installed and maintained in the CRA target area. He referenced page 85 in the agreement between Broward County and the City of Lauderdale Lakes. The request to design, install and maintain the agreement will be on the next Commission Meeting. In the two step process, it was more appropriate to come before the CRA to get approval for the funding. The second step provides for the request to approve the agreement at the next meeting. CRA Attorney Haygood opined that this is a valid exercise of the Board’s authority as a Redevelopment Agency to fund this project. Discussion ensued regarding the referenced payment made from the CRA to the City. Commissioner Lewis asked about the bus shelters. Aretha Douglas, Broward County Transit representative, said that there are thirty one locations total. Fifteen bus shelters are free. CRA Attorney Haygood recommended an amendment - “payment will be made to Broward County through the City of Lauderdale Lakes.” Commissioner Levoyd Williams requested to call the question. Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. asked for a roll call. ROLL CALL SHOWED: FOR: Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr., Commissioner Levoyd Williams, Vice Chairperson Edwina Coleman, Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. AGAINST: Commissioner Gloria Lewis, Commissioner Patricia Williams Commissioner Eric Haynes (absent from the dais) Motion passed: 4-2 13. ITEMS FOR FUTURE DISCUSSION/ANNOUNCEMENTS None to Report
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Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr. moved to adjourn the meeting. The motion was properly seconded by Vice Chairperson Coleman. Meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
________________________________ LEVOYD WILLIAMS, SR., CHAIR ATTEST:
LOLITA CODRINGTON, SECRETARY
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CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Cover Page
Yes Fiscal Impact: Contract Requirement: No Yes No Resolution Motion
Title
REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Summary
This is a report of the Community Redevelopment Agency's activities presented by the CRA Executive Director.
Staff Recommendation
Background: (see the attached page) Funding Source: not applicable
Appearance
(Names and Titles of Outside Individuals Only)
_______________________________________________________________________ Sponsor Name/Department: J. Gary Rogers, CRA Executive Director Meeting Date: December 18, 2012
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LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELPMENT AGENCY INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO:
CRA Chair and CRA Board Members
DATE:
December 12, 2012
THRU:
Jonathan K. Allen City Manager J. Gary Rogers CRA Executive Director RE: CRA Executive Director Report for December 18, 2012
FROM:
Mr. CRA Chairman/CRA Board Members, I provide the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Executive Directors report for your consideration in relation to the upcoming CRA meeting of December 18th, 2012. If at any time further information about a specific topic or agenda item covered in the report, or any other matter related to the CRA should arise, please do not hesitate to contact me by calling (954) 535-2492. CRA Executive Director Report for December 12, 2012 CRA Meeting: Library Parking It has been determined that, through an apparent flaw in projects design, that there is no power at the location identified on the project plans which were followed in the instillation of the electrical supply/connection for the parking lot light fixtures. City and CRA staff are working with the contractor, project engineer and City National Bank to resolve the power supply challenge at this time. The CRA Attorney is also involved in the effort to resolve the matter. When electrical supply is in-place and the parking lot lights are lit, staff will inspect the work; close-out the building permit for the job and process final payment to the contractor. Following contract close-out, the CRA will transfer the Library property to Broward County to complete City and CRA’s obligations under the Interlocal Agreement for the design and development of the Library facility. Note: Following transfer of the Library/ECC facility to Broward County, CRA resources will be allocated annually in adopted CRA budgets to support facility operations and on-going program delivery within the ECC portion of the building in cooperation with City staff. Commerce Park Commerce Park site planning and zoning analysis have been underway for some time and project/land marketing is underway through CBRE. While there has been some preliminary interest in the site. Interest so far has been primarily in relation to the potential for the development of affordable rental housing which is in conflict with the intentions of the CRA Board to create local jobs on the land. Housing development is not what the CRA Board/community is looking for in terms of site development/use when the site was acquired by the CRA.
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1.) Access to Oakland Park Boulevard from Somerset Drive for exiting vehicles wishing to go west on Oakland Park has been a challenge, since the formerly four way directional signal and intersection were altered a few years ago causing on-going difficulties for Somerset residents. This will certainly impact the design of the Commerce Park site and its ultimate performance for commercial use and will serve to also potentially reduce the value of the site in the market if not corrected. Tramell Crow and their engineers from Kimley Horne plan to meet with FDOT and City/CRA staff to try to reach agreement with FDOT, to allow the restoration of four-way directional movement/signalization at Somerset Drive and Oakland Park Boulevard. The alternative is to design the primary entrance to the Commerce Park to be located at a new four-way traffic signal that would be installed on NW 31st Ave. This alternative will not solve the exiting vehicle problems experienced by Somerset residents and would force the main entrance to the Commerce Park be developed, not at our preferred location which is Oakland Park Boulevard where there is high visibility, but instead the main entrance to the site would be developed on a roadway that does not have the regional recognition in the market that Oakland Park Boulevard would have. A main entry on NW 31St Ave as opposed to Oakland Park Boulevard will potentially serve to reduce the marketing potential and possibly the value of the Commerce park lands owned by the CRA. It is therefore critical that this matter be resolved with FDOT in order for a proposed site plan to be developed for presentation to the CRA as required. 2.) Zoning at the Commerce Park is B-2 which prohibits two crucial activities that many commercial operations require: storage and warehouse use. These activities are vital to many commercial land users and those activities being denied under existing B-2 standards can serve to limit the market for end-users/buyers of the Commerce Park lands and thereby, limit development interest, extending land sales and development time-frames. The solution to this appears to be to propose changes in existing B-2 Zoning standards to allow storage and warehouse (by special exception) with specific provisions for: indoor only storage, screening of exterior work areas and/or other design standards the City wishes to put in place. This action would allow interested end-users of the land the option to seek approval for activities involving storage and/or warehouse activity while still giving the City Commission full authority to control the design of the site, to prevent any noxious or otherwise undesirable improvements to be placed on the site. Bus Shelters Bus Shelter contract and exhibits have cleared the City Attorney and will go to the County Commission soon for approval to execute the required agreement. We are working with County staff to determine a date/location for project groundbreaking and to develop a press release. Commercial Façade Improvement Program The Commercial Facade Improvement Program contract for the Concord Building has been executed and work is underway with proper permits in-place, and regular site inspection and photographs being taken by staff to document the work. Staff will also be assisting in the development of a marketing and tenant recruitment program with the property owner and his
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marketing agent/s utilizing data developed for the City/CRA by: Pitney Bowes-MapInfo and the Social Compact-Drill Down study to identify retail users for the first floor of the building. FY 2013 Proposed CRA initiatives for consideration/discussion Note: Each of the following items below, (A-E) is followed with supporting language extracted from the adopted CRA Plan. A.) CRA Workshops, CRA Sponsored Speaker Presentations/Lectures Expansion of local community-based and interactive planning for the CRA area is proposed to be scheduled outside the regular CRA meeting schedule in FY 2013. In all instances, the solicitation of feed-back from the CRA Board and the community will be encouraged. This proposed activity would be scheduled (with Public Notice) to take-place at Neighborhood/Homeowner Association meetings, the ECC as well as at City Hall and other venues.
Promotion and Communication
The CRA, the City and staff should work with area residents, property owners, and businesses to establish channels of communication that foster support for the redevelopment effort and facilitate program implementation. CRA should provide public information concerning all aspects of the redevelopment program throughout the process using venues such as newsletters, radio, television, newspapers, the Internet, the CRA sponsorship of cultural and entertainment activities, as well as presentations to neighborhood and civic organization meetings to generate public support. B.) Town Center land aggregation/identification of a “Master Developer” The CRA Plan calls for the voluntary assembly of land owners within the Town Center for the solicitation of a Master Developer for Town Center.
Town Center Area (Lauderdale Marketplace, Lakes Mall, and Reef Plaza)
- Encourage public private partnership for redevelopment - Pursue transit oriented mixed use development - Concentrate a mix of complementary, well-integrated land uses within walking distance of transit facilities - Encourage higher densities for new developments - Concentrate the highest densities closest to transit and transition to lower densities adjacent to established residential areas - Create public open space that serves as a focal point and design the open space as centers of activity - Consolidation of parcels to create regional commercial nodes and the critical mass through land assemblies, master developer solicitation and other land acquisition methods C.) Sponsor and support the adoption of Town Center Zoning Standards The CRA Plan facilitates the preparation of new land development regulations that direct and guide a higher standard of urban and residential design, and promotes compact development patterns and zoning amendments to ensure compact and neighborhood scaled activities through restricted heights, building masses and primary residential uses in surrounding areas.
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The transit oriented town center redevelopment strategy focuses on creating compact neighborhoods with housing, jobs, shopping, community services, and recreational opportunities, all within easy walking distance (i.e. within ½ mile) of public transit connections at a multi modal transportation facility at State Road 7 and Oakland Park Boulevard. The intent is to create a well designed, very livable community where people can get from home to such places as the office, grocery store, daycare center, restaurant, dry cleaner, library or park without using a car. It is essential to ensure that transit is integrated with redevelopment, and the redevelopment is compatible with existing neighborhoods while at the same time reinforcing connections to surrounding neighborhoods and to the entire region. D.) Resume pursuit of Transit hub funding in cooperation with: City Commission, CRA Board, City Executive Team, City Lobbyist, MPO, FDOT and Federal Elected Officials Efforts to secure Federal Stimulus Act and/or other Federal financial support for project funding in 2010 was suspended pending stabilization of CRA fiscal resources. With the recent federal election now behind, and with the fiscal stabilization of the CRA which has taken-place, this is an appropriate opportunity for the City and CRA to resume efforts to secure project funding.
The CRA Plan embraces transit and pedestrian mobility strategies with the following: In the public realm, it is anticipated that public investment in infrastructure will increase after the passing of the Federal Economic Stimulus Package. The redevelopment area’s strategic location makes it a strong candidate to receive funding in this regard. State Road 7 is a primary north-south corridor that connects a large number of Broward County communities to Palm Beach County to the north and Miami-Dade County to the south. The intersection of State Road 7 and West Oakland Park Boulevard is one of the busiest non-freeway intersections in the County. Future improvement to provide enhanced transit service within the corridor, including providing a rapid transit bus service or light rail, are planned by regional planning and transportation agencies. It is expected that a transit station will be situated at this location to support the regional and local transit systems. As such, a unique opportunity presents itself to capitalize on the
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establishment of a transit hub, and to develop transit oriented mixed use projects that will serve as the catalyst of the redevelopment of the entire community. E.) Expand and promote City/CRA actions and policies to support Healthy Living Sustainable supplies of fresh local food, and the development of local policies and food related commercial opportunities within the CRA area to improve pubic health and financial wellbeing, will be a focal-point for the CRA and City in FY 2013 in accordance with National Best Practices offered by the National League of Cities and supported by Federal and State policy. It is anticipated that CRA policies and projects which support sustainable food supply and Public Health, will become a focal-point for the refinement and identification of opportunities for specific program investments by CRA in a future amendment/update of the CRA Plan to strengthen ongoing regulatory compliance.
Action Strategies:
Pursue improvements to Vincent Torres Memorial Park to include more recreational uses, such as a new senior citizen center and additional programs that serve residents of all ages and the development of the adjacent City-owned “Ireland Property”. Continue to work with the School Board for joint use and development of additional recreational facilities and campus capacity building/expansion. Further enhance the C-13 Greenway and provide more amenities for the users, such as shelters, shade trees, lighting, and bike parking facilities. Provide a trailhead park for the C-13 Greenway that will include parking for service vehicles and bicycles, as well as other desired amenities such as retail kiosk for special events including: bike rental, canoe/kayak rental, food vending, etc. Create a city-wide multi-use trail system as a passive recreational amenity for neighborhoods and non-vehicular connectivity, including enhanced opportunity for water-born activities such as canoeing, nature study and recreational fishing. Provide an extensive pedestrian system throughout the town center district, and connect with existing neighborhoods and Transit services. Encourage the provision of bicycle amenities, especially secure bicycle parking facilities.
Redevelopment Progress and Future Development Projects (From the adopted 2009 CRA Plan)
Since the establishment of the Community Redevelopment Agency and the adoption of the 2001 Redevelopment Plan, significant redevelopments have taken place within the redevelopment area in both the public and private realm. Major redevelopment projects include the Bella Vista mixed-use development that will provide a dynamic mix of residential units and commercial space, Carriage Homes at Bentley Park that provides 84 town homes, St Croix Mixed-Use Project that include 246 residential units and 16,000 square feet of retail space, and the Wal-Mart Supercenter that includes more than 200,000 square feet of commercial space. The accomplishments in the public realm have been even more extraordinary. The citizens of Lauderdale Lakes approved a referendum for the City to issue a general obligation bond up to $15 million dollars in March 2004. Since
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then, the City and its Redevelopment Agency have invested in the construction of various capital improvement projects, including new parks, street surfacing, traffic calming in neighborhoods, new roadway connections and citywide beautification projects. Such projects have improved the quality of life of the city residents tremendously. In particular, the City completed the first phase of the C13 Greenway; a multi-purpose recreational trail along the north side of the C-13 Canal. At the time of this writing, the new City Library, Community Educational and Cultural Center is being constructed, and is estimated to be completed in mid-2009. This complex will become the centerpiece of the Bella Vista mixed-use development, and will provide the much needed space to host community events and educational programs of the City. Planned development projects include the Central Square/Tarragon Project, which may include 412 residential units and 37,000 square feet of retail space on the 22.7-acre site located at the southwest corner of Oakland Park Boulevard and NW 31st Avenue. (Due to economic uncertainty this project is on hold at the time of this writing). Broward Meat and Fish Company, a highly successful niche grocery store specializing in ethnic foods, is planning on its relocation and expansion to the property north of the Reef Plaza on State Road 7. The new store will feature the state-of-art equipment and the latest technology, and continue to attract shoppers from the greater region. In the public realm, it is anticipated that public investment in infrastructure will increase after the passing of the Federal Economic Stimulus Package. The redevelopment area’s strategic location makes it a strong candidate to receive funding in this regard. State Road 7 is a primary north-south corridor that connects a large number of Broward County communities to Palm Beach County to the north, and Miami-Dade County to the south. The intersection of State Road 7 and West Oakland Park Boulevard is one of the busiest non-freeway intersections in the County. Future improvement to provide enhanced transit service within the corridor includes providing a rapid transit bus service or light rail, as planned by regional planning and transportation agencies. It is expected that a transit station will be situated at this location to support the regional and local transit systems. As such, a unique opportunity presents itself to capitalize on the establishment of a transit hub, and to develop transit oriented mixed use projects that will serve as the catalyst of the redevelopment of the entire community.
City Commission/Agency Board/Staff
The Mayor and City Commissioners and the CRA are the leaders of the redevelopment program, and must assume this role with vitality and enthusiasm. City leaders and staff members must support the program’s activities and provide a well-devised management system to carry out the Redevelopment Plan. They will be responsible for establishing the administrative, financial and programmatic mechanisms necessary to achieve the goals and objectives of the Redevelopment Plan. They should establish policies that support the principles described in this Plan and concentrate on the following actions throughout the redevelopment process.
THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES CRA PLAN
While the Lauderdale Lakes Redevelopment Plan is comprehensive in its assessment of the issues impacting the future of the redevelopment area, the Community
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Redevelopment Agency (CRA), will not be responsible for implementation of plans, projects and programs that are being proposed by other agencies and organizations. The CRA cannot possibly assume the roles of private sector investors or of other organizations responsible for projects within the area. Rather, the CRA’s role is to maintain close relationships with other organizations, property owners and future investors, and support their efforts through direct CRA investments, supplemental funding and other program initiatives. The redevelopment program will be pursued at multiple levels by numerous parties at the same time. The CRA may take the lead in certain efforts, while other departments, private interests and organizations will lead other efforts where appropriate. It must also be understood that the redevelopment will not happen all at once, and it is likely that the elements of the Redevelopment Plan will not necessarily occur within the time sequence described herein. The Redevelopment Plan is intended to be a guiding document for local government actions, designed to overcome deterrents to desired future growth and development in order to stimulate private investment, and to serve as a capacity building instrument that will develop and strengthen the skills, abilities, processes and resources that the Lauderdale Lakes community needs to thrive. 2012 Community Redevelopment Agency Accomplishments Adopted the CRA FY2012 Budget, including standards for expanded and on-going financial tracking, information reporting and transparency Executed Five (5) Year Development/Purchase Option Agreement with Trammell Crow Company for the Commerce Park Approved Forbearance Agreement between the City and CRA for the outstanding debt Completed negotiations and provided matching funds for the Bus Shelter Installation Project for the CRA and City Conducted complete evaluation of the CRA’s SunTrust Line Of Credit debt obligations, and managed CRA resources to remain current with all SunTrust debt service payments Adopted revisions to the CRA By-laws governing the CRA’s business; revised and approved Service Agreement between the CRA and City as recommended by the CRA By-Laws Committee Secured $456,792 Broward County Reimbursement for City/County Library Project Completed Lauderdale Lakes Library Parking Lot Project; accepted $125,000 from the bank to complete the project Continued the Business Resource Center Programming: Business Coach Initiative, Business Plan Development, One-on-One Computer Training and Women’s Corporate Think Tank at no cost to local businesses Launched the “Deal of the Day” Buy Local Initiative for local businesses Coordinated the Corporate Roundtable and informal session held to discuss city related matters with local businesses Hosted numerous non-profit and collaborative meetings and training forums at the ECC Provided staff representation for regional planning and educational forums and community outreach, through lectures and presentations featuring the work of the City and CRA Provided on-going administrative and technical support in partnership with the City Commission, City Manager and Executive Team
Note: A copy of the CRA Executive Director Job Description is included in the back-up information within this agenda as: Supplemental Documentation – CRA Agenda Dec. 18, 2012 Exhibit A.
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J. Gary Rogers-CRA Executive Director cc: Michael Haygood, CRA Attorney Celeste Dunmore, Economic Dev. Manager/Special Asst. to the City Manager
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Title
Presentation of the City of Lauderdale Lakes' Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) 10 Year Retrospective of the Work
Summary
A Powerpoint presentation outlining the work of the City of Lauderdale Lakes CRA over the first 10 years of operation, will be presented to the community and CRA Board by the CRA Executive Director. Discussion of public representation and strategies for “Telling the CRA’s Story” throughout the region will be encouraged by the CRA Chairman.
Staff Recommendation
The CRA Board and members of the Community are requested to consider the information presented and to provided feed-back and direction regarding ideas for future public outreach to inform the community and the region of the accomplishments and plans of the City of Lauderdale Lakes CRA Background: The CRA Executive Director made a presentation to the Broward County Chapter of the American Planning Association in September of 2012 to provide an overview of the community planning and development work done by the City and the CRA over the past ten years. CRA Chairman L. Williams has suggested that materials shared with the regions planners be also shared with the CRA Board and also with members of the Lauderdale Lakes community. Funding Source: Tax Increment Revenue and other CRA resources
Appearance
(Names and Titles of Outside Individuals Only)
_____________________________________________________________________ Sponsor Name/Department: J. Gary Rogers, CRA Executive Director Meeting Date: December 18, 2012
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Title
Presentation Regarding the Lauderdale Lakes Community Farmers Market Grant Award
Summary
This is a presentation by Representatives of the TOUCH Initiative of the Broward County Regional Health Planning Council (BRHPC), regarding the Lauderdale Lakes Community farmers Grant Award
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommendation is for approval Background: Lauderdale Lakes CRA staff recently participated in the development of a grant proposal which has resulted in the award of funding for the establishment of a Community Green Market at the CRA owned Ireland Property. The one day a week Market is proposed to be located next to the Community Garden this summer/fall when local crops come in. The presentation will be provided by Ms. Sharon Yeago and Ms. Teina Phillips of the TOUCH Initiative of the Broward Regional Health Planning Council (BRHPC), who have secured startup funding to establish a Community Farmers Market in Lauderdale Lakes. The funding was provided through the USDA’s Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP), and will be used to provide salary for a Market Manager and start up costs for three new community markets in Broward County, namely, Lauderdale Lakes CRA, Dania Beach CRA and City of Fort Lauderdale Housing Authority. This funding also provides assistance to the Pompano Beach CRA, the Pompano Green Market in collaboration with the Historic Society. The funding will provide county-wide marketing and promotion of farmers markets in Broward County. Ms. Yeago will outline the time-line and review the obligations of the CRA for the utilization of the funding that has been secured for the project. Lauderdale Lakes CRA staff recently participated in the development of this grant proposal, which has resulted in the award for the establishment of a Community Green Market at the CRA
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owned Ireland Property. The one day a week Greenmarket is proposed to be located next to the Community Garden this summer/fall when local crops come in. NOTE: The City of Lauderdale Lakes Town Center (TC) Zoning for this site, may require modification due to existing prohibitions against outdoor storage and sales. This matter has been handled in different ways in cities across the nation and when Greenmarket sponsorship is by a public entity, such as a City or CRA, and when temporary events are planned to take place on public owned lands. They are often classified as Special Events and are thus allowed to take place without conflict with land use standards. Approval from the CRA Board is requested for the following: • • Sponsorship of the Greenmarket on CRA owned land Use of the CRA owned land for the establishment of a seasonal/temporary, one day a week Greenmarket
CRA staff, with assistance from City staff will schedule, manage and operate the Greenmarket project in cooperation with the Community Garden Club of Lauderdale Lakes. CRA Board approval for the execution of a grant agreement for funds awarded to the CRA will be requested at a future date, after all details have been negotiated and agreed upon by progrm participants. Funding Source: TOUCH Initiative of the BRHPC/USDA’s FMPP
Appearance
(Names and Titles of Outside Individuals Only)
Ms. Sharon Yeago and Ms. Teina Phillips - TOUCH Initiative of the BRHPC _______________________________________________________________________ Sponsor Name/Department: J. Gary Rogers. CRA Executive Director and Treasa Brown Stubbs, Director of Parks & Human Services Department Meeting Date: December 18, 2012
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City of Lauderdale Lakes CRA GREENMARKET
(Proposed location)
4300 NW 36th Street – Lauderdale Lakes, Florida 33319-5599 Alfonso A. Gereffi Room – 2nd Floor, City Hall (954) 535-2705 – Fax (954) 535-0573
Office of the City Clerk
AGENDA CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2012 5:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. MINUTES October 16, 2012 Regular Meeting
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PUBLIC COMMENT (LIMITED TO 2 MINUTES-MUST SIGN IN WITH CLERK) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT A. REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR This is an update of the CRA Director's Report
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This agenda item provides ideas for future public outreach to inform the community and the region of the accomplishments and plans of the City of Lauderdale Lakes. B. PRESENTATION REGARDING THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET GRANT AWARD This agenda item provides a presentation for the TOUCH Initiative of the Broward Regional Health planning Council which has secured start-up funding for a community farmers market in Lauderdale Lakes 13. ITEMS FOR FUTURE DISCUSSION/ANNOUNCEMENTS 14. ADJOURNMENT
Future Meeting: Regular Meeting: January 15, 2013 5:00 p.m.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board, Agency, or Commission with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon the appeal is to be based (FS 286.0105) Any person requiring auxiliary aids and services at this meeting may contact the City Clerk’s Office at (954) 535-2705 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by using the following numbers: 1-800-9558770 or 1-800-955-8771.
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MINUTES
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October 16, 2012 Regular Meeting
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Background: Funding Source:
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_______________________________________________________________________ Sponsor Name/Department: Lolita Codrington, City Clerk Meeting Date: December 18, 2012
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Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. called the meeting to order on the above date at 5:05 p.m. in the Commission Chambers located at City Hall, 4300 NW 36th Street, Lauderdale Lakes, Florida. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. Vice Chairperson Edwina Coleman Commissioner Eric Haynes (arrived at 5:12 p.m.) Commissioner Gloria Lewis Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr. Commissioner Levoyd Williams Commissioner Patricia Williams City Manager Jonathan K. Allen CRA Attorney Michael Haygood CRA Executive Director J. Gary Rogers Secretary Celestine Dunmore Members of the Public
Also Present:
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr., followed by the Invocation. 3. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Russell to approve the meeting minutes of September 18, 2012. The motion was properly seconded by Commissioner Levoyd Williams. There was a unanimous voice vote of approval. Motion passed: 7-0 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (LIMITED TO 2 MINUTES-MUST SIGN IN WITH CLERK) None to Report 5. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT A. REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mr. Rogers reported the following: FPL and Bella Vista have not energized the poles for the lights. The bank is going to have FPL power up the line.
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The Florida Redevelopment Association Conference is scheduled from October 24 thru October 26. The CRA Staff moved back to City Hall. On September 20th, the CRA is hosting the Enterprise Florida Training Workshop for Economic Development Professionals. The Broward County American Planning Association met at the Educational and Cultural Center. Funds have been obtained from the Health Planning Council to have a Green Market. Trammel Crow is promoting the Commerce Park. A company has expressed interest in the properties at Bella Vista to build an adult living facility. Staff continues to work with Broward County in anticipation of a Library closing.
Vice Chairperson Coleman asked about the side road that leads from Somerset to the Charter School. Mr. Rogers expressed that it is still an option to use that road. Vice Chairperson Coleman asked if the school has been sold. Mr. Rogers was unaware. Vice Chairperson Coleman commented on a section of the Educational and Cultural Center Building that should be taken care of with shrubbery, cedar chips or something else. Mr. Rogers said that he would speak with someone about that matter. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked about ownership of the road. Mr. Rogers explained he was talking about the easement south of the school. He explained that Somerset Drive, including the road, wires and asphalt, belongs to Somerset. They were allowed through an easement which is now on the CRA’s property to build, maintain and install that roadway. As the landlord, the CRA has the right to use that road. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked about the lots at Bella Vista that were referenced by Mr. Rogers. Mr. Rogers explained that he was talking about the two pieces that were proposed as condos. Commissioner Levoyd Williams expressed that he preferred that businesses be placed there. The CRA should look at commercial properties.
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Mr. Rogers expressed that the units would be market rate homes. The existing zoning and site plan is driving companies to look at residential uses. The CRA Board has the authority to accept or request any change to the site plan. Commissioner Levoyd Williams noted that presently the CRA should look for a way to develop the site as a commercial base. He inquired about the status of the Auto Zone. Mr. Rogers responded that the Auto Zone is still looking. They were rejected for that location. Discussion ensued regarding the use of the two parcels on the Bella Vista site and the commercial real estate market. Commissioner Russell expressed that the Board should give the persons that have the ability to invest the opportunity to make their proposal and determine if it is a good fit. A motion was made by Commissioner Russell to approve the Executive Director’s Report. The motion was properly seconded by Chairperson Coleman. Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. expressed appreciation for having a written report. 6. FINANCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR REPORT Marie Elianor, Financial Services Director, reviewed the monthly report ending September 30, 2012. She pointed out the following: The anticipated County reimbursement should be $208,873. budget for Fiscal Year 2012 is $1,845,349. The percentage of revenue received to date is 102.3%. The total
Commissioner Patricia Williams requested that a revised sheet be provided at another meeting. There was consensus for Ms. Elianor to provide a corrected report at the next CRA meeting for review. 7. CHAIRMAN REPORT Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. reported the following: thanked Mr. Rogers and the CRA Board announced that Mr. Rogers will speak to the Broward League of Cities Reinvestment Board regarding the accomplishments of the CRA expressed that he is looking forward to the Florida Redevelopment Conference to meet redevelopment representatives from other cities and bring information back to the City of Lauderdale Lakes.
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A. RESOLUTION #2012-10 AUTHORIZING THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO EXECUTE THE COMMERCIAL FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND SOPHER INVESTMENTS, INC CRA Attorney Haygood read the resolution by Title only. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE COMMERCIAL FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND SOPHER INVESTMENTS, INC.; DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN AND SECRETARY TO TAKE SUCH ACTIONS AS SHALL BE NECESSARY AND CONSISTENT TO CARRY OUT THE INTENT AND DESIRE OF THE AGENCY; ADOPTING REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Commissioner Russell to move the item to the floor. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patricia Williams. Commissioner Lewis asked for an explanation. Mr. Rogers expressed that Mr. Sopher, along with his team, were present. They are anxious to get started on the exterior improvements. Mr. Rogers referenced page 50 and presented a color rendering. Mr. Rogers noted that for every dollar the CRA would offer a project, upon completion, they would have to put up a dollar of their own money. The applicant will spend over $400,000 which includes inside work. The CRA does not fund any inside work. The windows and stucco will be replaced. The arch covered
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areas will be like Broward Meat and Fish. Mr. Rogers will check the permit, verify the record, get a payment of verification from the property owner and contractor, inspect the property, take pictures of the work and pay after the fact. Commissioner Russell inquired about the title report. CRA Attorney Haygood noted that the title report is required to protect the CRA’s investment and make sure that he performs. There is a five year restriction. The document only subordinates a certain debt. Discussion ensued regarding the title report. Commissioner Russell asked the applicant if they have any potential tenants. Mr. Rafael Sopher, representative of Sopher Investments, said that the property has not been marketed yet. They are waiting on the City to decide and approve the project. Once approved, he will assemble a marketing team to bring businesses to the City. Commissioner Lewis asked Mr. Rogers if the Oakland Park CRA gave CRA money upfront after they did the closing. Mr. Rogers responded that he did not know. Commissioner Lewis expressed that she wants to do more investigation before she supports anything. Mr. Rogers responded by providing the purpose of the program and expressed that this is something that the building and community needs. Commissioner Patricia Williams asked about the applicant’s purpose for acquiring the property. CRA Attorney Haygood responded that there are two requirements in this program. The applicant is not paid until the project is complete. There is a five year limitation to maintain the property at a certain level. Mr. Rogers expressed that the CRA allows transfer of title. The person that takes over the title has to take over the remaining time. CRA Attorney Haygood expressed that the program was to make sure that the investment was maintained for the five years at a certain level. Mr. Rogers noted that the repayment is to keep the property in shape. CRA Attorney Haygood said that the incentive is to improve the building and increase the tax base. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked whether the inside work was going to be done simultaneously with the outside work.
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Commissioner Levoyd Williams requested to have more than one copy of the color rendering. Mr. Sopher noted that the colors are selected from colors that are provided by the City. Commissioner Levoyd Williams asked about the kind of tenants. Mr. Sopher said that they will have a marketing team in place. They will start work with the Small Business Administration and Broward County. They will create a brochure. Commissioner Eric Haynes noted that he supports the Commercial Facade Improvement Program. This building has been an eyesore for many years. It is the outside appearance that is going to enhance the overall tax of the City. Mr. Sopher provided information on the renovations, including the windows. Commissioner Haynes expressed that typically the renderings are made apart of the Agreement. Mr. Rogers said that the rendering will be attached once approved from P and Z (Planning and Zoning). Commissioner Haynes expressed that he would prefer that the CRA Board move forward with a reservation of the $50,000 pending the final design. CRA Attorney Haygood suggested “as finally approved by the regulatory bodies.” Commissioner Russell expressed that the investment is going to enhance the facade of the building. Overall it will be a great return on the investment. Vice Chairperson Coleman asked about the sale of the Lakes Mall. Mr. Rogers responded that the property was sold for $21 million. Vice Chairperson Coleman noted the reasons for supporting the project. She noted that it is nice to see people that are interested in investing in the City of Lauderdale Lakes. Chairperson Benjamin Williams requested a roll call. CRA Attorney Haygood added language to the agreement. The Agency and Developer agreed to incorporate and implement a Facade Improvement in accordance with the plan specifications approved by the Agency attached hereto and ultimately approved by the City of Lauderdale Lakes. ROLL CALL SHOWED: FOR: Commissioner Patricia Williams, Commissioner Levoyd Williams, Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr., Commissioner Eric Haynes, Vice-Chair
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Edwina Coleman, Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. AGAINST: Commissioner Gloria Lewis Motion passed: 6-1 B. RESOLUTION #2012-11 APPROVING THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PAYMENT TO THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES TO PROVIDE GRANT MATCHING FUNDS TOTALING $182,000 FOR THE DESIGN, FUNDING AND DEVELOPMENT OF BUS SHELTERS IN COLLABORATION WITH BROWARD COUNTY.
Commissioner Patricia Williams made a motion to move the resolution to the floor. The motion was properly seconded by Commissioner Levoyd Williams. There was a unanimous voice vote of approval. CRA Attorney Haygood read the resolution by Title only: RESOLUTION NO. 2012-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING A PAYMENT TO THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES TO PROVIDE GRANT MATCHING FUNDS FOR THE DESIGN, FUNDING AND DEVELOPMENT OF BUS SHELTERS WITH BROWARD COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Commissioner Patricia Williams requested an explanation of this item. Mr. Rogers explained that this bus shelter breaks down to $100,000 which is the actual match that was pledged. An award was won to build five new masonry bus shelters. Over time, another grant was received that did not require a match. There are ten bus shelters, already. This effort will bring sixteen new bus shelters mostly on Oakland Park Boulevard. The locations are marked on page 84. It is requested that the CRA contribute the match for construction administration and grant administration. By next fall, the bus shelters will be deployed. Commissioner Russell moved to approve. Commissioner Patricia Williams asked if money will be borrowed from the CRA to give to the City in order to match the project that has been approved. CRA Attorney Haygood noted that this is not a loan. It is really a grant. The plan noted that the CRA would build bus shelters. Mr. Rogers added that the award was given to the City.
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Commissioner Patricia Williams asked the CRA Attorney Haygood for a definition of how the CRA funds could be used. CRA Attorney Haygood said that funds could be used for improvements that enhance the tax base within the Community Redevelopment area. That can include transportation improvements, beautification and capital improvements. The funds are really a pass-through that will benefit the CRA area. Commissioner Patricia Williams asked for further clarification. CRA Attorney Haygood expressed that this is not a loan. It is being used for valid CRA purposes. It is in the plan that was adopted. City Manager Allen noted that all sixteen bus shelters will be installed and maintained in the CRA target area. He referenced page 85 in the agreement between Broward County and the City of Lauderdale Lakes. The request to design, install and maintain the agreement will be on the next Commission Meeting. In the two step process, it was more appropriate to come before the CRA to get approval for the funding. The second step provides for the request to approve the agreement at the next meeting. CRA Attorney Haygood opined that this is a valid exercise of the Board’s authority as a Redevelopment Agency to fund this project. Discussion ensued regarding the referenced payment made from the CRA to the City. Commissioner Lewis asked about the bus shelters. Aretha Douglas, Broward County Transit representative, said that there are thirty one locations total. Fifteen bus shelters are free. CRA Attorney Haygood recommended an amendment - “payment will be made to Broward County through the City of Lauderdale Lakes.” Commissioner Levoyd Williams requested to call the question. Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. asked for a roll call. ROLL CALL SHOWED: FOR: Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr., Commissioner Levoyd Williams, Vice Chairperson Edwina Coleman, Chairperson Benjamin Williams, Sr. AGAINST: Commissioner Gloria Lewis, Commissioner Patricia Williams Commissioner Eric Haynes (absent from the dais) Motion passed: 4-2 13. ITEMS FOR FUTURE DISCUSSION/ANNOUNCEMENTS None to Report
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Commissioner Barrington Russell, Sr. moved to adjourn the meeting. The motion was properly seconded by Vice Chairperson Coleman. Meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
________________________________ LEVOYD WILLIAMS, SR., CHAIR ATTEST:
LOLITA CODRINGTON, SECRETARY
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REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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This is a report of the Community Redevelopment Agency's activities presented by the CRA Executive Director.
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LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELPMENT AGENCY INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO:
CRA Chair and CRA Board Members
DATE:
December 12, 2012
THRU:
Jonathan K. Allen City Manager J. Gary Rogers CRA Executive Director RE: CRA Executive Director Report for December 18, 2012
FROM:
Mr. CRA Chairman/CRA Board Members, I provide the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Executive Directors report for your consideration in relation to the upcoming CRA meeting of December 18th, 2012. If at any time further information about a specific topic or agenda item covered in the report, or any other matter related to the CRA should arise, please do not hesitate to contact me by calling (954) 535-2492. CRA Executive Director Report for December 12, 2012 CRA Meeting: Library Parking It has been determined that, through an apparent flaw in projects design, that there is no power at the location identified on the project plans which were followed in the instillation of the electrical supply/connection for the parking lot light fixtures. City and CRA staff are working with the contractor, project engineer and City National Bank to resolve the power supply challenge at this time. The CRA Attorney is also involved in the effort to resolve the matter. When electrical supply is in-place and the parking lot lights are lit, staff will inspect the work; close-out the building permit for the job and process final payment to the contractor. Following contract close-out, the CRA will transfer the Library property to Broward County to complete City and CRA’s obligations under the Interlocal Agreement for the design and development of the Library facility. Note: Following transfer of the Library/ECC facility to Broward County, CRA resources will be allocated annually in adopted CRA budgets to support facility operations and on-going program delivery within the ECC portion of the building in cooperation with City staff. Commerce Park Commerce Park site planning and zoning analysis have been underway for some time and project/land marketing is underway through CBRE. While there has been some preliminary interest in the site. Interest so far has been primarily in relation to the potential for the development of affordable rental housing which is in conflict with the intentions of the CRA Board to create local jobs on the land. Housing development is not what the CRA Board/community is looking for in terms of site development/use when the site was acquired by the CRA.
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1.) Access to Oakland Park Boulevard from Somerset Drive for exiting vehicles wishing to go west on Oakland Park has been a challenge, since the formerly four way directional signal and intersection were altered a few years ago causing on-going difficulties for Somerset residents. This will certainly impact the design of the Commerce Park site and its ultimate performance for commercial use and will serve to also potentially reduce the value of the site in the market if not corrected. Tramell Crow and their engineers from Kimley Horne plan to meet with FDOT and City/CRA staff to try to reach agreement with FDOT, to allow the restoration of four-way directional movement/signalization at Somerset Drive and Oakland Park Boulevard. The alternative is to design the primary entrance to the Commerce Park to be located at a new four-way traffic signal that would be installed on NW 31st Ave. This alternative will not solve the exiting vehicle problems experienced by Somerset residents and would force the main entrance to the Commerce Park be developed, not at our preferred location which is Oakland Park Boulevard where there is high visibility, but instead the main entrance to the site would be developed on a roadway that does not have the regional recognition in the market that Oakland Park Boulevard would have. A main entry on NW 31St Ave as opposed to Oakland Park Boulevard will potentially serve to reduce the marketing potential and possibly the value of the Commerce park lands owned by the CRA. It is therefore critical that this matter be resolved with FDOT in order for a proposed site plan to be developed for presentation to the CRA as required. 2.) Zoning at the Commerce Park is B-2 which prohibits two crucial activities that many commercial operations require: storage and warehouse use. These activities are vital to many commercial land users and those activities being denied under existing B-2 standards can serve to limit the market for end-users/buyers of the Commerce Park lands and thereby, limit development interest, extending land sales and development time-frames. The solution to this appears to be to propose changes in existing B-2 Zoning standards to allow storage and warehouse (by special exception) with specific provisions for: indoor only storage, screening of exterior work areas and/or other design standards the City wishes to put in place. This action would allow interested end-users of the land the option to seek approval for activities involving storage and/or warehouse activity while still giving the City Commission full authority to control the design of the site, to prevent any noxious or otherwise undesirable improvements to be placed on the site. Bus Shelters Bus Shelter contract and exhibits have cleared the City Attorney and will go to the County Commission soon for approval to execute the required agreement. We are working with County staff to determine a date/location for project groundbreaking and to develop a press release. Commercial Façade Improvement Program The Commercial Facade Improvement Program contract for the Concord Building has been executed and work is underway with proper permits in-place, and regular site inspection and photographs being taken by staff to document the work. Staff will also be assisting in the development of a marketing and tenant recruitment program with the property owner and his
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marketing agent/s utilizing data developed for the City/CRA by: Pitney Bowes-MapInfo and the Social Compact-Drill Down study to identify retail users for the first floor of the building. FY 2013 Proposed CRA initiatives for consideration/discussion Note: Each of the following items below, (A-E) is followed with supporting language extracted from the adopted CRA Plan. A.) CRA Workshops, CRA Sponsored Speaker Presentations/Lectures Expansion of local community-based and interactive planning for the CRA area is proposed to be scheduled outside the regular CRA meeting schedule in FY 2013. In all instances, the solicitation of feed-back from the CRA Board and the community will be encouraged. This proposed activity would be scheduled (with Public Notice) to take-place at Neighborhood/Homeowner Association meetings, the ECC as well as at City Hall and other venues.
Promotion and Communication
The CRA, the City and staff should work with area residents, property owners, and businesses to establish channels of communication that foster support for the redevelopment effort and facilitate program implementation. CRA should provide public information concerning all aspects of the redevelopment program throughout the process using venues such as newsletters, radio, television, newspapers, the Internet, the CRA sponsorship of cultural and entertainment activities, as well as presentations to neighborhood and civic organization meetings to generate public support. B.) Town Center land aggregation/identification of a “Master Developer” The CRA Plan calls for the voluntary assembly of land owners within the Town Center for the solicitation of a Master Developer for Town Center.
Town Center Area (Lauderdale Marketplace, Lakes Mall, and Reef Plaza)
- Encourage public private partnership for redevelopment - Pursue transit oriented mixed use development - Concentrate a mix of complementary, well-integrated land uses within walking distance of transit facilities - Encourage higher densities for new developments - Concentrate the highest densities closest to transit and transition to lower densities adjacent to established residential areas - Create public open space that serves as a focal point and design the open space as centers of activity - Consolidation of parcels to create regional commercial nodes and the critical mass through land assemblies, master developer solicitation and other land acquisition methods C.) Sponsor and support the adoption of Town Center Zoning Standards The CRA Plan facilitates the preparation of new land development regulations that direct and guide a higher standard of urban and residential design, and promotes compact development patterns and zoning amendments to ensure compact and neighborhood scaled activities through restricted heights, building masses and primary residential uses in surrounding areas.
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The transit oriented town center redevelopment strategy focuses on creating compact neighborhoods with housing, jobs, shopping, community services, and recreational opportunities, all within easy walking distance (i.e. within ½ mile) of public transit connections at a multi modal transportation facility at State Road 7 and Oakland Park Boulevard. The intent is to create a well designed, very livable community where people can get from home to such places as the office, grocery store, daycare center, restaurant, dry cleaner, library or park without using a car. It is essential to ensure that transit is integrated with redevelopment, and the redevelopment is compatible with existing neighborhoods while at the same time reinforcing connections to surrounding neighborhoods and to the entire region. D.) Resume pursuit of Transit hub funding in cooperation with: City Commission, CRA Board, City Executive Team, City Lobbyist, MPO, FDOT and Federal Elected Officials Efforts to secure Federal Stimulus Act and/or other Federal financial support for project funding in 2010 was suspended pending stabilization of CRA fiscal resources. With the recent federal election now behind, and with the fiscal stabilization of the CRA which has taken-place, this is an appropriate opportunity for the City and CRA to resume efforts to secure project funding.
The CRA Plan embraces transit and pedestrian mobility strategies with the following: In the public realm, it is anticipated that public investment in infrastructure will increase after the passing of the Federal Economic Stimulus Package. The redevelopment area’s strategic location makes it a strong candidate to receive funding in this regard. State Road 7 is a primary north-south corridor that connects a large number of Broward County communities to Palm Beach County to the north and Miami-Dade County to the south. The intersection of State Road 7 and West Oakland Park Boulevard is one of the busiest non-freeway intersections in the County. Future improvement to provide enhanced transit service within the corridor, including providing a rapid transit bus service or light rail, are planned by regional planning and transportation agencies. It is expected that a transit station will be situated at this location to support the regional and local transit systems. As such, a unique opportunity presents itself to capitalize on the
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establishment of a transit hub, and to develop transit oriented mixed use projects that will serve as the catalyst of the redevelopment of the entire community. E.) Expand and promote City/CRA actions and policies to support Healthy Living Sustainable supplies of fresh local food, and the development of local policies and food related commercial opportunities within the CRA area to improve pubic health and financial wellbeing, will be a focal-point for the CRA and City in FY 2013 in accordance with National Best Practices offered by the National League of Cities and supported by Federal and State policy. It is anticipated that CRA policies and projects which support sustainable food supply and Public Health, will become a focal-point for the refinement and identification of opportunities for specific program investments by CRA in a future amendment/update of the CRA Plan to strengthen ongoing regulatory compliance.
Action Strategies:
Pursue improvements to Vincent Torres Memorial Park to include more recreational uses, such as a new senior citizen center and additional programs that serve residents of all ages and the development of the adjacent City-owned “Ireland Property”. Continue to work with the School Board for joint use and development of additional recreational facilities and campus capacity building/expansion. Further enhance the C-13 Greenway and provide more amenities for the users, such as shelters, shade trees, lighting, and bike parking facilities. Provide a trailhead park for the C-13 Greenway that will include parking for service vehicles and bicycles, as well as other desired amenities such as retail kiosk for special events including: bike rental, canoe/kayak rental, food vending, etc. Create a city-wide multi-use trail system as a passive recreational amenity for neighborhoods and non-vehicular connectivity, including enhanced opportunity for water-born activities such as canoeing, nature study and recreational fishing. Provide an extensive pedestrian system throughout the town center district, and connect with existing neighborhoods and Transit services. Encourage the provision of bicycle amenities, especially secure bicycle parking facilities.
Redevelopment Progress and Future Development Projects (From the adopted 2009 CRA Plan)
Since the establishment of the Community Redevelopment Agency and the adoption of the 2001 Redevelopment Plan, significant redevelopments have taken place within the redevelopment area in both the public and private realm. Major redevelopment projects include the Bella Vista mixed-use development that will provide a dynamic mix of residential units and commercial space, Carriage Homes at Bentley Park that provides 84 town homes, St Croix Mixed-Use Project that include 246 residential units and 16,000 square feet of retail space, and the Wal-Mart Supercenter that includes more than 200,000 square feet of commercial space. The accomplishments in the public realm have been even more extraordinary. The citizens of Lauderdale Lakes approved a referendum for the City to issue a general obligation bond up to $15 million dollars in March 2004. Since
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then, the City and its Redevelopment Agency have invested in the construction of various capital improvement projects, including new parks, street surfacing, traffic calming in neighborhoods, new roadway connections and citywide beautification projects. Such projects have improved the quality of life of the city residents tremendously. In particular, the City completed the first phase of the C13 Greenway; a multi-purpose recreational trail along the north side of the C-13 Canal. At the time of this writing, the new City Library, Community Educational and Cultural Center is being constructed, and is estimated to be completed in mid-2009. This complex will become the centerpiece of the Bella Vista mixed-use development, and will provide the much needed space to host community events and educational programs of the City. Planned development projects include the Central Square/Tarragon Project, which may include 412 residential units and 37,000 square feet of retail space on the 22.7-acre site located at the southwest corner of Oakland Park Boulevard and NW 31st Avenue. (Due to economic uncertainty this project is on hold at the time of this writing). Broward Meat and Fish Company, a highly successful niche grocery store specializing in ethnic foods, is planning on its relocation and expansion to the property north of the Reef Plaza on State Road 7. The new store will feature the state-of-art equipment and the latest technology, and continue to attract shoppers from the greater region. In the public realm, it is anticipated that public investment in infrastructure will increase after the passing of the Federal Economic Stimulus Package. The redevelopment area’s strategic location makes it a strong candidate to receive funding in this regard. State Road 7 is a primary north-south corridor that connects a large number of Broward County communities to Palm Beach County to the north, and Miami-Dade County to the south. The intersection of State Road 7 and West Oakland Park Boulevard is one of the busiest non-freeway intersections in the County. Future improvement to provide enhanced transit service within the corridor includes providing a rapid transit bus service or light rail, as planned by regional planning and transportation agencies. It is expected that a transit station will be situated at this location to support the regional and local transit systems. As such, a unique opportunity presents itself to capitalize on the establishment of a transit hub, and to develop transit oriented mixed use projects that will serve as the catalyst of the redevelopment of the entire community.
City Commission/Agency Board/Staff
The Mayor and City Commissioners and the CRA are the leaders of the redevelopment program, and must assume this role with vitality and enthusiasm. City leaders and staff members must support the program’s activities and provide a well-devised management system to carry out the Redevelopment Plan. They will be responsible for establishing the administrative, financial and programmatic mechanisms necessary to achieve the goals and objectives of the Redevelopment Plan. They should establish policies that support the principles described in this Plan and concentrate on the following actions throughout the redevelopment process.
THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES CRA PLAN
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Redevelopment Agency (CRA), will not be responsible for implementation of plans, projects and programs that are being proposed by other agencies and organizations. The CRA cannot possibly assume the roles of private sector investors or of other organizations responsible for projects within the area. Rather, the CRA’s role is to maintain close relationships with other organizations, property owners and future investors, and support their efforts through direct CRA investments, supplemental funding and other program initiatives. The redevelopment program will be pursued at multiple levels by numerous parties at the same time. The CRA may take the lead in certain efforts, while other departments, private interests and organizations will lead other efforts where appropriate. It must also be understood that the redevelopment will not happen all at once, and it is likely that the elements of the Redevelopment Plan will not necessarily occur within the time sequence described herein. The Redevelopment Plan is intended to be a guiding document for local government actions, designed to overcome deterrents to desired future growth and development in order to stimulate private investment, and to serve as a capacity building instrument that will develop and strengthen the skills, abilities, processes and resources that the Lauderdale Lakes community needs to thrive. 2012 Community Redevelopment Agency Accomplishments Adopted the CRA FY2012 Budget, including standards for expanded and on-going financial tracking, information reporting and transparency Executed Five (5) Year Development/Purchase Option Agreement with Trammell Crow Company for the Commerce Park Approved Forbearance Agreement between the City and CRA for the outstanding debt Completed negotiations and provided matching funds for the Bus Shelter Installation Project for the CRA and City Conducted complete evaluation of the CRA’s SunTrust Line Of Credit debt obligations, and managed CRA resources to remain current with all SunTrust debt service payments Adopted revisions to the CRA By-laws governing the CRA’s business; revised and approved Service Agreement between the CRA and City as recommended by the CRA By-Laws Committee Secured $456,792 Broward County Reimbursement for City/County Library Project Completed Lauderdale Lakes Library Parking Lot Project; accepted $125,000 from the bank to complete the project Continued the Business Resource Center Programming: Business Coach Initiative, Business Plan Development, One-on-One Computer Training and Women’s Corporate Think Tank at no cost to local businesses Launched the “Deal of the Day” Buy Local Initiative for local businesses Coordinated the Corporate Roundtable and informal session held to discuss city related matters with local businesses Hosted numerous non-profit and collaborative meetings and training forums at the ECC Provided staff representation for regional planning and educational forums and community outreach, through lectures and presentations featuring the work of the City and CRA Provided on-going administrative and technical support in partnership with the City Commission, City Manager and Executive Team
Note: A copy of the CRA Executive Director Job Description is included in the back-up information within this agenda as: Supplemental Documentation – CRA Agenda Dec. 18, 2012 Exhibit A.
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J. Gary Rogers-CRA Executive Director cc: Michael Haygood, CRA Attorney Celeste Dunmore, Economic Dev. Manager/Special Asst. to the City Manager
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CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Cover Page
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Presentation of the City of Lauderdale Lakes' Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) 10 Year Retrospective of the Work
Summary
A Powerpoint presentation outlining the work of the City of Lauderdale Lakes CRA over the first 10 years of operation, will be presented to the community and CRA Board by the CRA Executive Director. Discussion of public representation and strategies for “Telling the CRA’s Story” throughout the region will be encouraged by the CRA Chairman.
Staff Recommendation
The CRA Board and members of the Community are requested to consider the information presented and to provided feed-back and direction regarding ideas for future public outreach to inform the community and the region of the accomplishments and plans of the City of Lauderdale Lakes CRA Background: The CRA Executive Director made a presentation to the Broward County Chapter of the American Planning Association in September of 2012 to provide an overview of the community planning and development work done by the City and the CRA over the past ten years. CRA Chairman L. Williams has suggested that materials shared with the regions planners be also shared with the CRA Board and also with members of the Lauderdale Lakes community. Funding Source: Tax Increment Revenue and other CRA resources
Appearance
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_____________________________________________________________________ Sponsor Name/Department: J. Gary Rogers, CRA Executive Director Meeting Date: December 18, 2012
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Presentation Regarding the Lauderdale Lakes Community Farmers Market Grant Award
Summary
This is a presentation by Representatives of the TOUCH Initiative of the Broward County Regional Health Planning Council (BRHPC), regarding the Lauderdale Lakes Community farmers Grant Award
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Staff recommendation is for approval Background: Lauderdale Lakes CRA staff recently participated in the development of a grant proposal which has resulted in the award of funding for the establishment of a Community Green Market at the CRA owned Ireland Property. The one day a week Market is proposed to be located next to the Community Garden this summer/fall when local crops come in. The presentation will be provided by Ms. Sharon Yeago and Ms. Teina Phillips of the TOUCH Initiative of the Broward Regional Health Planning Council (BRHPC), who have secured startup funding to establish a Community Farmers Market in Lauderdale Lakes. The funding was provided through the USDA’s Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP), and will be used to provide salary for a Market Manager and start up costs for three new community markets in Broward County, namely, Lauderdale Lakes CRA, Dania Beach CRA and City of Fort Lauderdale Housing Authority. This funding also provides assistance to the Pompano Beach CRA, the Pompano Green Market in collaboration with the Historic Society. The funding will provide county-wide marketing and promotion of farmers markets in Broward County. Ms. Yeago will outline the time-line and review the obligations of the CRA for the utilization of the funding that has been secured for the project. Lauderdale Lakes CRA staff recently participated in the development of this grant proposal, which has resulted in the award for the establishment of a Community Green Market at the CRA
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owned Ireland Property. The one day a week Greenmarket is proposed to be located next to the Community Garden this summer/fall when local crops come in. NOTE: The City of Lauderdale Lakes Town Center (TC) Zoning for this site, may require modification due to existing prohibitions against outdoor storage and sales. This matter has been handled in different ways in cities across the nation and when Greenmarket sponsorship is by a public entity, such as a City or CRA, and when temporary events are planned to take place on public owned lands. They are often classified as Special Events and are thus allowed to take place without conflict with land use standards. Approval from the CRA Board is requested for the following: • • Sponsorship of the Greenmarket on CRA owned land Use of the CRA owned land for the establishment of a seasonal/temporary, one day a week Greenmarket
CRA staff, with assistance from City staff will schedule, manage and operate the Greenmarket project in cooperation with the Community Garden Club of Lauderdale Lakes. CRA Board approval for the execution of a grant agreement for funds awarded to the CRA will be requested at a future date, after all details have been negotiated and agreed upon by progrm participants. Funding Source: TOUCH Initiative of the BRHPC/USDA’s FMPP
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Ms. Sharon Yeago and Ms. Teina Phillips - TOUCH Initiative of the BRHPC _______________________________________________________________________ Sponsor Name/Department: J. Gary Rogers. CRA Executive Director and Treasa Brown Stubbs, Director of Parks & Human Services Department Meeting Date: December 18, 2012
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City of Lauderdale Lakes CRA GREENMARKET
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