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Commissioner Lima Taub, co‑sponsor of the ordinance, said the proposal focuses on stronger enforcement of existing protections, better police incentives for enforcement and alternatives to relying solely on the county animal‑services system. Commissioner Taub said she discussed options with the police chief and city manager and suggested non‑staff approaches such as incentive programs for enforcement and code‑compliance approaches rather than immediately funding new positions.

City Manager Dr. Earl said staff had provided a rough administrative illustration of what a dedicated operational program could cost — the figure discussed in the workshop was roughly $300,000 for two staff, vehicles and initial equipment — but stressed that the detailed cost depends on what the commission decides the ordinance requires staff to implement. He said staff must know the commission’s direction before producing a full, itemized budget.

Commissioners and staff discussed county practice and enforcement. Several commissioners said county pickup and sheltering services have not consistently met municipal needs; others emphasized the need to follow state and county law. The discussion did not adopt or amend the draft ordinance and no vote was taken at the workshop.

Ending: The council paused the discussion and asked the sponsor and city attorney for additional time; the item will be considered at a later public meeting with full ordinance language, cost estimates and a staff implementation plan.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Hallandale Beach - June 4, 2025 Special City Commission Budget Workshop. - Jun 04, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At the June 4 workshop commissioners debated an upcoming ordinance on stray dogs. Sponsor Commissioner Lima Taub said the item is intended to strengthen enforcement and options without necessarily creating a large new operational program; the city manager said any commission direction will determine staffing and cost implications.","taxTitle","Hallandale Beach, Broward County, Florida","taxId",68768,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6530356,"MPO, city staff launch Transportation Master Plan; commissioners press for quicker crosswalks, scooter safety and signal fixes",1530,5573994,7104385,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a&start=5573&end=7104","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a/thumbnail_5573994.jpg","/articles/6530356/Hallandale-Beach/Broward-County/Florida/MPO-city-staff-launch-Transportation-Master-Plan-commissioners-press-for-quicker-crosswalks-scooter-safety-and-signal-fixes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6530356-63efe6df0db51359f15b1f7b9461753e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771128066&Signature=OTTCuQ98oxeUUba-Zx8orRrwao-BPnWnB0o3emI6Flso0CHSGP2-qSgKONta9k3xJzeeCD7YMH62mTRl7fCtFLMh7e3xWsl56Tg5oLrdkntBIHzW-nIal1X4s~D2xLw7zQ~btlzXU73dXFxnTrVUVRpBYQagxe6pgsjRrZhvUhXdKBuAnLyaFjcRJEdf-IcRRbckwwwk8OYAm83Uy0WL-iUq6EjeCA142yt9Tg-sHdXVFGg8EV82fXe99~hy0iANmhx0WvmmgeXXLZUL9~f11k0KQLunGh5-oP5Lyd1cwYedWBl0osLhc6WBEMzI7vb0kpMzokmEo~7CV48Uf~ludA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization staff and Hallandale Beach transportation staff presented the city’s Transportation Master Plan technical assistance program at the June 4 workshop and emphasized safety, corridor prioritization and public engagement.

Karen Friedman of the Broward MPO told commissioners the MPO has been conducting field audits and crash analysis since March and will complete the city plan in roughly a year. The MPO will work with a city staff working group to select six corridors for detailed treatment in August and to prepare scopes of work, cost estimates and community engagement for each corridor.

MPO staff highlighted five‑year injury‑crash mapping that shows pedestrian and bicycle‑involved crashes figure disproportionately into Hallandale Beach’s serious‑injury statistics. MPO staff said speed is the leading factor in severe crashes and that Hallandale Beach’s demographic profile (older, lower median incomes and some transit dependence) warranted attention to safe crossings and lower‑stress routes.

City transportation staff listed near‑term goals: identify high‑crash locations, conduct safety studies, pursue Vision Zero/safe‑streets grants, install “do not block intersection” signage and pavement markings, update traffic‑signal timing in coordination with Broward County, and create outreach and enforcement campaigns for scooter safety. Commissioners and staff discussed a potential citywide lower speed limit on local streets, expedited pedestrian push‑button crossings (\"quick fixes\"), and partnerships with neighboring cities on shared facilities such as a fuel depot.

The transportation presentation also examined the city’s EV bus and shuttle program. Staff said average monthly ridership on EV buses has fallen (about 16,480 riders monthly in the most recent year versus 23,000 on the older cutaway vehicles). Staff attributed ridership declines in part to route and schedule factors, and reported complaints about driver behavior and schedule nonadherence; two drivers were dismissed in May after an internal review, staff said. Staff proposed a series of operational improvements including surveying riders, evaluating stop locations, and pursuing technology grants to improve real‑time info and passenger counting.

Ending: MPO outreach will include a short SurveyMonkey open through July 1 and targeted neighborhood outreach; the MPO and staff asked commissioners to publicize the survey and said they will return with corridor recommendations, safety audits and costed interventions.","The Broward MPO and city transportation staff outlined a year‑long Transportation Master Plan focused on six corridors, safety, and community engagement. Commissioners pressed for faster pedestrian crossing fixes, consistent speed and signal management, and measures to address scooter and EV‑bus ridership concerns.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6530360,"City updates on $280M utility CIP, tranche timing and rate studies; staff flags inflation and project tradeoffs",698,4743945,5442615,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a&start=4743&end=5442","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a/thumbnail_4743945.jpg","/articles/6530360/Hallandale-Beach/Broward-County/Florida/City-updates-on-280M-utility-CIP-tranche-timing-and-rate-studies-staff-flags-inflation-and-project-tradeoffs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6530360-04b30364dbe796c22f50e3b2bd177222/orig.mp4?Expires=1771128066&Signature=FNSmDXGluw9pVnbF0WYgavXzkPnQiySGLWecVfYr96~p~xHncIlts13mRcS06t9n9cBiBl7Z2X6EFkXbw~t08W-vOj5epaoz-UYTZqrom5eDa9c47~qdJKDrFK9hODC679wKtXeh~vqJ0SVoaKVMtqBzraJkpzyN~Jqvop6KGzt0JZM6SjopjWSdk7~TR4x5wsdlYJlrdoreUE3kU8P~kMGMW4v5p1qnIQs1~28Av66wJLM-Aj5CKQcT~PrlLNHytG70~dzKJOG~5~33Zddfnej8bg5a~XhqAf0Xy4HNYtgdDQ0AvHpBIKW-260eXotaiuGCMHlfQXvIBeEOn2PIrw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff told the commission on June 4 that Hallandale Beach’s utility capital program has been revised upward because of inflation and project refinements, that tranche 1 of the utility revenue bonds has funded multiple water, sewer and stormwater projects, and that tranche 2 planning is under way.

Finance and utility staff said the original estimate for utility CIP projects was roughly $259 million; with inflationary pressures and refined scopes that total has risen to about $280 million. The city issued approximately $60 million in utility revenue bonds in December 2024 (tranche 1) and staff proposed tranche 2 projects totaling about $71.5 million, with a goal of issuing additional bonds by December 2025.

Speakers outlined the utility funding approach and prioritization (grants first, SRF loans second, reserves then utility bonds). Staff said they have applied for about $52 million in grants for utility projects and been awarded roughly $20.5 million to date. Staff described lessons learned from tranche 1 related to inflation and consultant assumptions and said those lessons were incorporated into tranche 2 planning.

The presentation also covered the city’s multi‑phase rate‑study work. Staff described a two‑phase rate study: phase 1 is complete; phase 2 is ongoing and more complex because recommended AWWA best practices can create large bill spikes for certain classes of customers. For stormwater, staff noted a remeasurement of impervious area for commercial properties; redefinition of the equivalent residential unit (ERU) could materially change bills for some customers, so the city postponed a planned stormwater billing change to FY 2027 to allow more time for evaluation.

Utilities staff said tranche‑2 projects are intended to support water, wastewater and stormwater work (about $72 million worth of projects shown on slides). Staff recommended adopting project budgets, continuing to pursue SRF loans and bond issuance, and completing the rate study so the city can calibrate customer rates to fund the program sustainably.

Ending: Staff said tranche 2 plan milestones include design awards and a December 2025 bond issuance target; the commission did not take a tranche‑approval vote at the workshop but will consider related items in subsequent meetings.","Hallandale Beach staff outlined progress on utility revenue bonds and the five‑year capital improvement plan, reported $60M issued in tranche 1, proposed $71.5M for tranche 2, raised the total capital estimate to about $280M (up from $259M) and said inflation and project reprioritization drove changes.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6530365,"Hallandale Beach staff present balanced FY 2026 budget framework; warn of state property tax changes and local cost drivers",2163,1287675,3451645,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a&start=1287&end=3451","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a/thumbnail_1287675.jpg","/articles/6530365/Hallandale-Beach/Broward-County/Florida/Hallandale-Beach-staff-present-balanced-FY-2026-budget-framework-warn-of-state-property-tax-changes-and-local-cost-drivers","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6530365-c4b7334eea9327166cfe822cec58ae24/orig.mp4?Expires=1771128066&Signature=T6cjjQv-IN2mvrqMLq3lFdLqdJ6YIQfqicL1~v4whmcSE-x7gOQHf-GW2WSzKGp39s7rd7ZiWkx0dwr~STOCGk2cJmJdAz0ANJRNj49BZGmnRGMJONZYiHEQuDxRLERW0gnWeZmPYthTt~G7sH9O0-oJXPrOJUJioC8SCf7cTPoVk1XlZvBoZ7SySTRPAz3ofuvGTu0TvyzEJof0ajDjuwTFwM4O8qys8kc6TvNpUFfZ3gtpOrKLyrEvDb0o5Uu3IlMzdzFT0WUmHPBlRMEkSo0EYsRj1YkrhrQDXD5eBArCMVSTlmYUKhrfpKHx9df6GqBJDMOhWgb4tyj4KCOpwQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Hallandale Beach officials told the City Commission at the June 4 budget workshop that the administration has prepared a balanced FY 2026 budget that maintains reserves but faces multiple external and internal cost pressures.

Finance and budget staff presented a timeline for FY 2025–26 development, saying the city will set tentative millage and budget on June 18. The presentation noted the budget is balanced \"for the fourth year in a row without using reserves or one‑time revenues,\" and that reserves have increased in recent years to protect against shocks.

Key risks identified by staff included potential state legislation that would change property‑tax structures, large contract cost increases for the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO), pension pressures and uncertainties in federal funding. Staff said Hallandale Beach’s taxable value increased about 10% as of the June 1, 2025 taxable roll; property tax revenue remains the largest single general‑fund source, accounting for about 59% of general fund revenue in the presentation.

Staff reported several specific budgetary drivers: an approximately $2.4 million increase in salary and benefits driven by cost‑of‑living and merit adjustments; a nearly $2 million increase in the BSO contract driven by salary increases in that contract; and a $3.1 million increase in the tax‑increment financing (TIF) payment to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) tied to higher property values inside the CRA. Transportation fund subsidy needs and fleet replacement timing also figure in next‑year spending plans.

Finance Director Giovanni Nasty (introduced in the workshop) and other staff highlighted that the general fund reserves were projected to be above the policy minimums going into 2025. The staff noted that a single large unforeseen expense — staff cited the Shaves Lake cleanup as an example — could materially reduce reserves and affect the city’s multi‑year outlook.

Commissioners discussed outreach to state lawmakers about possible property‑tax changes expected next year, possible alternative revenue and service‑delivery options and additional public communications to show how residents’ tax dollars are spent. Staff said they are continuing to refine revenue and expense numbers and will present updated information on June 18 when the commission sets the tentative millage and budget.

Ending: The commission received the presentation and scheduled the June 18 meeting to set tentative millage and budget; staff will return with updated assumptions and figures.","City staff told commissioners the proposed FY 2026 budget is balanced without one‑time revenues, reserves have been strengthened, but pressures — possible state property‑tax changes, a near $2 million BSO cost increase and a rising TIF payment to the CRA — require vigilance.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6530369,"Hallandale Beach officials say Shaves Lake contamination could shave millions from reserves",393,1477255,1870480,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a&start=1477&end=1870","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3667284-a27a7d791220f3b347890475bb22d60a/thumbnail_1477255.jpg","/articles/6530369/Hallandale-Beach/Broward-County/Florida/Hallandale-Beach-officials-say-Shaves-Lake-contamination-could-shave-millions-from-reserves","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6530369-e503f28ce36ff4fa263c2f5f8eb9ce22/orig.mp4?Expires=1771128066&Signature=GtYoKZ41CMY-tx734SylBAPNHlfnN2MB6tSUVVP4U0ddQSNy0DNRCHSiWILTHyPYTrFtZeExT9RvTPfDRQszDexHRhpAkMKiKajIvNA5PvMc452OawiVdx7m5bhlZebCIAqe9GwiV7K4-EF-4cGEif1Ath-4wbY86lyKO3H16Krgv1Nw3SC-jROup0LCHTNpXHGcZfwNBKVigca~JdtXjVru2G7yybClLS8dDt-gIbOF58~sgggaPZNF0Yguu-OWhwa5V6sn4ICbIBZiWi9UpdV8JGB7rVoUrt14ocbzOak9ItRYN1jcOu8Nl3P2xBaatXmY46ZqgINV1GHTTi3oBA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Hallandale Beach officials told the City Commission on June 4 that contamination at Shaves Lake is more serious than previously understood and could impose a large, immediate cost on the city’s reserves.

City Manager Dr. Earl told commissioners that Broward County has required a restrictive covenant on the entire Shaves Lake property after tests found contamination in the lake water and on about two acres of adjacent land. Early surveys found the lake deeper than expected — about 64 feet rather than the roughly 20 feet the city had believed — and initial, broad cost estimates for cleanup ranged from $1 million on a best-case basis up to $30 million in a worst case.

The county’s restrictive-covenant requirement matters for two reasons, staff said: it limits how the city may use the parcel and it affects Hallandale Beach’s open-space calculations used in land‑development planning. If the lake can no longer be counted as qualifying open space under county rules, that could change what the city is allowed to approve elsewhere.

Dr. Earl said the city has already hired an environmental consultant and is conducting deeper surveys, including use of larger equipment to examine the lake bottom. Those more granular results are expected in the coming weeks; once the city has a reliable cleanup estimate it must report and, under standard accounting rules, recognize the expense in its budget. Dr. Earl said an example impact: \"If our reserves are $35,000,000 and we have a $10,000,000 project, it means that our reserves are immediately $25,000,000.\" He added the city has been building reserves for such contingencies but that the Shaves Lake issue is “one of those things that definitely keeps me up at night.”

Staff also said Broward County has asked for regular updates on soil testing and for an environmental permit tied to lime the city historically pumped into the lake from its water‑treatment process. City staff told commissioners the lime disposal has occurred for decades and that the city is working with county permitting staff on an application because high fines are possible if a permit is not obtained.

Commissioners and staff discussed funding pathways for cleanup, including grant searches and potential Brownfields programs, and emphasized coordination with county and state partners. Several commissioners urged staff to place the issue on lobbyists’ radars for federal and state funding assistance.

City staff said they expect to return to the commission with more detailed test results and a refined cost estimate; any required cleanup expense would be included in upcoming budget deliberations and the capital improvement plan.

Ending: The commission did not take a formal vote on funding during the June 4 workshop. Staff said they will provide updated technical results and a refined estimate to the commission when available and will continue to brief Broward County as the cleanup planning proceeds.","City staff told the commission that contaminated sediments and decades of lime discharge at Shaves Lake have forced a county-required restrictive covenant, could require a costly cleanup (initial estimates $1M–$30M), and may affect the city’s budget and development capacity.","actionData","errors"]

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