Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Monica Cepero
Department: County Administration Division: Parks & Recreation
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution supporting an application for a $278,350 grant under the Florida Inland Navigation District’s Waterways Assistance Program for a project entitled Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park Aquarium Replacement, Phase I, with a total project cost of $556,700 (inclusive of a required County match of $278,350); to authorize the County Administrator to negotiate and execute the resulting grant agreement, if awarded, any other required documentation to apply for the grant, and any amendments to the grant agreement that do not increase the cost to County, with each document subject to review and approval as to legal sufficiency by the Office of the County Attorney; and to authorize the County Administrator to take all necessary administrative and budgetary actions to implement same. (Commission District 6)
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Why Action is Necessary
The Florida Inland Navigation District requires Board approval prior to County’s submission of any grant application.
What Action Accomplishes
Provides documentation required by the Florida Inland Navigation District (“FIND”) to submit a grant application for funding for the Anne Kolb Nature Center Aquarium, Phase I project, and authorizes the County Administrator to negotiate and execute the resulting grant agreement, if awarded, any other required documentation to apply for the grant, and any amendments to the grant agreement that do not increase the cost to County, with each document subject to review and approval as to legal sufficiency by the Office of the County Attorney.
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Previous Action Taken
None.
Summary Explanation/Background
THE PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF THE ABOVE MOTION.
The requested action supports the Board’s goal of cultivating community culture, arts, recreation, and life-long learning.
The proposed project is the first phase in a two-phase project to build an aquarium at Anne Kolb Nature Center in West Lake Park in Hollywood, Florida (the “Project”). The Project would replace the former salt-water aquarium, a key feature since 1996, at Anne Kolb Nature Center. The aquarium was shut down in 2017 (and ultimately removed in 2022) due to leaking and corrosion. The new aquarium, ranging from 3,000 to 6,500 gallons, would be a focal point of the nature center’s exhibit hall, and would showcase a commitment to environmental compatibility through climate-resilient systems. Phase I would provide for design, engineering, and permitting for the Project.
The resolution attached as Exhibit 1 is required by the FIND to be submitted with any grant application, and is required to utilize the FIND’s form. The grant requires a 50% match from County in the amount of $278,350.
Source of Additional Information
Dan West, Director, Parks and Recreation Division, (954) 357-8106
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
If awarded, the grant will provide $278,350 in FIND funds, on a reimbursement basis, matched with $278,350 in Broward County funds, for a total project cost of $556,700. Minimal maintenance costs associated with the Project will be incurred once it is completed.