Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Jonathan Daniels
Department: Port Everglades Division: Business Administration
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners of Broward County, Florida, granting a nonexclusive restricted franchise to SMS International Shore Operations US, Inc., for a one-year term to provide steamship agent services at Port Everglades, restricted to "New Business" as defined in Section 32.19 of the Broward County Administrative Code; 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 a nonexclusive franchise to SMS International Shore Operations US, Inc., for a one-year term to provide steamship agent services at Port Everglades, restricted to "New Business" as defined in Section 32.19 of the Broward County Administrative Code.
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 December 7, 2021 (Item No. 55).
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."
SMS International Shore Operations US, Inc. ("SMS"), a Delaware for profit corporation, registered to conduct business in the state of Florida on February 16, 2012. SMS has applied for a new non...
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