HomeMy Public PortalAboutResolution No. 24 -024 - Resolution authorizing the placement of signage near or around the entry of the Wilmington Street canalSponsored by: Commissioner Kelley
RESOLUTION NO. 24-024
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY
MANAGER TO TAKE THE REQUIRED STEPS FOR PLACEMENT
OF SIGNAGE NEAR AND AROUND THE ENTRY OF THE
WILMINGTON STREET CANAL; PROHIBITING THE USE
WATERCRAFTS AND OTHER WATER ACTIVITIES WITHIN
THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CANAL; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Chapter 16, Article II, Division 2, Section 16-63 of the City of Opa-
Locka's Code of Ordinances provides: "No person shall swim, ski, dive, surf, scuba
dive, fish or use boats in any area in any park or recreational area unless such area is
specifically designated for such purpose"; and
WHEREAS, the Wilmington Street Canal is located within the City of Opa-
Locka ("City") and is a restricted canal from water activities and excessive use of
watercraft in an area that has become a nuisance and poses a potential safety hazards;
and
WHEREAS, several verbal warnings have been issued to visitors, but have
gone ignored by those who desire to frequent the area for boating, jet skiing and
rafting; and
WHEREAS, to ensure there is visible indication that these activities are
prohibited, the Interim City Manager shall take all steps necessary to place signage
near and around the entrance of the Wilmington Street Canal; and
WHEREAS, violators shall be subject to enforcement as set forth in relevant
sections of the City's Code of Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, there are two entrances to the Wilmington Street Canal. It is
estimated that in order to establish the appropriate signage of sufficient size at both
entrances to the canal, the signage will cost Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00) per sign
for a total of Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000.00), and Two Thousand, Five Hundred
Dollars ($2,500.00) for material to restore berms that now impede access to the water;
and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Opa-Locka finds that it is in the
best interest of the City and its residents to direct the Interim City Manager to take the
required steps for placement of signage near and around the entry to the Wilmington
Resolution No. 24-024
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
Burnadette Norris -
City Attorney
Street Canal prohibiting the use watercrafts and other water activities in the canal.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF OPA LOCKA, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. RECITALS ADOPTED.
The recitals to the preamble herein are incorporated by reference.
SECTION 2. AUTHORIZATION
The City Commission of the City of Opa-Locka hereby directs the Interim City
Manager to take the required steps for placement of signage near and around the
entry to the Wilmington Street Canal and continue prohibiting the use watercrafts
and other water activities within the canal.
SECTION 3. SCRIVENER'S ERRORS.
Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and corrections of
typographical errors, which do not affect the intent of this Resolution may be
authorized by the Interim City Manager, following review by the City Attorney,
without need of public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the City
Clerk.
SECTION 4.
This Resolution shall take effect upon the adoption and is subject to the approval
of the Governor or Governor's Designee.
EFFECTIVE DATE
PASSED and ADOPTED this 15th day of Februar 2024.
ATTEST:
arena Flores, City Clerk
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John H. T. ' for Jr., Mayor
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Resolution No. 24-024
Moved by: Commissioner Bass
Seconded by: Vice Mayor Ervin
VOTE: 3-0
Commissioner Bass YES
Commissioner Kelley ABSENT
Commissioner Williams ABSENT
Vice Mayor Ervin YES
Mayor Taylor YES
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Meeting Date:
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Short Title:
A resolution of the City Commission of the City of Opa-locka authorizing the Interim City Manager to take the
required steps for placement of signage near and around the entry of the Wilmington Street Canal indicating
the prohibition of watercraft in the canal.
Staff Summary:
Section 16-63 of the Code of Ordinance states "No person shall swim, ski, dive, surf, scuba dive, fish or use
boats in any area in any park or recreational area unless such area is specifically designated for such
purpose". The Wilmington Street Canal is restricted from water activities and the excessive use of watercraft
in this area has become a nuisance and poses a potential safety hazard. Several verbal warnings have been
issued and ignored from patrons who frequent the areas to engage in boating, jet skiing and rafting. To
ensure there is visible indication of the prohibition of watercraft, the Interim City Manager shall take all
steps to place signage near and around the entrance of the Wilmington Street Canal. Violators shall be
subject to enforcement.
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Financial Impact: There are two entrances to the Wilmington Street Canal. It is estimated that to establish the
appropriate signage of sufficient size at both entrances will require ten signs at $300 per sign for a total of
$3,000 and $2,500 for material to restore berms to impede access to the water. This will be charged to the
Beautification & Maintenance Division, Ground Maintenance Department (39-541462) which has $19,415
available.
Proposed Action:
Staff recommends the City Commission authorize the Interim City Manager to take the steps for placement
of signage near and around the entry Wilmington Street Canal prohibiting the use watercrafts in the canal.
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