Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Jonathan Daniels
Department: Port Everglades Division: Business Development
Information
Requested Action
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MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners of Broward County, Florida, granting renewal of a nonexclusive franchise to Marksman Security Corporation for a five-year term to provide marine terminal security services at Port Everglades; providing for franchise terms and conditions; and providing for severability and an effective date.
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Why Action is Necessary
Pursuant to Section 32.22 of the Broward County Administrative Code ("Administrative Code"), Broward County (the "County") must hold a public hearing prior to granting, renewing, placing on probation, suspending, or revoking a franchise.
What Action Accomplishes
Grants the renewal of a nonexclusive franchise to Marksman Security Corporation for a five-year term to provide marine terminal security services at Port Everglades.
Is this Action Goal Related
Yes
Previous Action Taken
Request to Set Public Hearing was approved by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners on September 20, 2022 (Item No. 26).
Summary Explanation/Background
THE PORT EVERGLADES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDS APPROVAL.
This action supports the Broward County Board of County Commissioners' ("Board") Value of "Ensuring economic opportunities for Broward's diverse population and businesses" and the Goal to "Increase the economic strength and impact of revenue-generating County enterprises balancing economic, environmental, and community needs."
On November 4, 2021 (Item No. 42), the Board granted a nonexclusive franchise to Marksman Security Corporation ("Marksman") for a one-year term to provide marine terminal security services at Port Everglades from November 4, 2021, through November 3, 2022. Marksman has applied for renewal of the franchise.
Staff reviewed the marine terminal security franchise renewal application against...
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