LAUDERDALE ISLES CIVIC IMPROVEMENT ASSOC., INC.
General Meeting, 20 February 1997
Trustees present at the meeting were (based on sign-in sheets):
Randy Dunlap (RD)/Andros George Counts GC)/Nassau
Neil Leibowitz (NL)/Bimini Ann Guardino (AG)/Okeech
Marion Dunn (MD)/Cat Cay Jim Whetsel (JW)/R'Lnd N
Terry Simonds (TS) Gulf Tony Torti (TT)/Sugarloaf
Joan Sheridan (JS)/Key Lar Geri Connelly (Geri)/Tor
Audrey Edwards (AE)/Mar B-A Campbell (BAC)/R'Lnd S
1. President Starkweather (GS) called the meeting to order at 7:44 PM.
2. GS introduced the LICIT board of Directors.
3. GS MOVED and it was SECONDED that the minutes of the January 1997 Trustee's
meeting be accepted. The motion PASSED.
4. BAC presented the treasurer's report, in which it was stated that the balance
to date was $11,434.81. About $6839 has been collected for signs.
5. GS discussed the latest developments in the Land Use Change Proposal for the
Hacienda Village property from residential to commercial. He stated that the
LICIA Land Use Planning Committee (LUPC) has been meeting every Monday evening
since October and has effected some major results to our favor in the situation.
The Town of Davie, because of pressure from the LUPC, changed the proposal from
"Industrial" to "Commercial." The Broward County Planning Board, however, voted
6-0 to "defer" the proposal, probably for at least a year, because inadequacies
in Davie's document submission and other problems with the contents of the proposal.
GS praised the LUPC for all the good work they have done.
6. GS reported on the latest developments in the Pantry Pride property. U-Store-It,
an Ohio firm, has proposed to the City of Ft. Lauderdale to build a personal
storage facility on the property. They would utilize some, if not all, the existing
structure, enclose it with a wall, and install suitable landscaping. Joan Sheridan
(JS) stood to announce that the Coalition of Civic Associations is meeting to draft
a letter of concerns of the community regarding the proposed facility. She stated
that the City may waive some $250K in liens and fines if U-Store-It will develop
the property. The proposal has been deferred until some time in March to allow time
for the City Commission to review the lien situation. There was concern expressed
from the floor concerning drainage, setbacks, etc., based on information contained
in plans obtained by LICIA. As presented, the proposed facility will require
substantial waivers of zoning regulations in order to be in compliance.
7. GS discussed the entry-signs project. He said that Pete Charbonneau, who could
not attend tonight's meeting, is building the fiberglass molds now.
8. GS introduced BSO Deputy Russ Budden of the Marine Unit. Deputy Budden said
that by the year 2001 all individuals under 22 must have a State certificate with
picture ID to operate an engine-powered vessel with power in excess of 10 hp.
BSO is now stopping all vessels being operated by young people. Effective
1 Oct 1996, he said, persons born after 30 Sep 1980 are required to have such
certification. He stated that boating courses are available to the public now;
literature is available at the back of the room. He said BSO now has 3 fast boats
in S. Broward, including a 23-ft Intrepid docked between Bimini and Andros.
Normal Marine Unit business hours are 9-5 M-F, 938-0650, Sgt. Whitford.
9. GS reminded those present that dues are due.
10. Pete Sheridan (PS) presented a very thorough report on the findings of the
Annexation Feasibility Study Committee. Ft. Lauderdale City Manager George Hanbury
addressed some of the issues raised during Pete's presentation, admitting that it
will cost more to live in Ft. Lauderdale than it does to live in the County now.
However, it was noted that in a very few years cost of living in the County will
outstrip those in the City.
It was MOVED and SECONDED that the Annexation Feasibility Study Committee be
abolished. With a vote of thanks and a "well-done," the motion PASSED.
It should be noted here that the City of Ft. Lauderdale attended this meeting with
some 12 individuals and was prepared to make a presentation. However, in view of
the hour, almost 10PM, the City would be happy to make their presentation later
if we so chose. Mr. Hanbury stated that, once residents agreed to annexation, if
they ever were to do so, it would take 12 months or more for annexation to become
effective.
12. A show of hands indicated willingness on the parts of those present to pursue
the annexation issue further. Therefore, it was MOVED and SECONDED that a committee
be formed to thoroughly investigate the options, specifics, mechanics, etc., of
annexation by the City of Ft. Lauderdale. After some discussion, the motion PASSED.
Pete Sheridan volunteered to chair the committee. He noted that the emphasis of
tonight's presentations was on money, and that there were many other issues to weigh.
The following volunteered after the meeting to serve on the committee:
Julian Biller, 2442 Tortugas, 581-5827
Randy Dunlap, 2425 Andros, 583-8314
Jody Kusick, 2497 Bimini, 581-7458
Tim Behm, 2507 Key Largo, 584-2507
Kitty Stack, 2449 Whale Harbor, 587-2732
Charles Love, 2518 Cat Cay, 321-5769
James Maupin, 3421 SW 26th St., 581-8935
George Counts, 2449 Nassau, 584-4926
Mark Olsen, 2624 Sugarloaf, 524-3111(W)
Stephanie Brandon, 2537 Nassau, 583-9953
13. There being no further business, GS adjourned the meeting at 9:57PM.
Respectfully submitted, Terry Simonds, Secretary
