Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Jonathan Daniels
Department: Port Everglades Division: Business Administration
Information
Requested Action
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MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution No. 2020-708 of the Board of County Commissioners of Broward County, Florida, granting renewal of a nonexclusive franchise to USA Maritime Enterprises, Inc., for a five-year term to provide steamship agent services at Port Everglades, from January 3, 2021, through January 2, 2026; providing for franchise terms and conditions; and providing for severability and an effective date.
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Why Action is Necessary
Public hearing is required pursuant to Chapter 94-429, Laws of Florida, and Section 32.22.a of the Broward County Administrative Code. Franchises are granted pursuant to Chapter 32 of the Broward County Administrative Code.
What Action Accomplishes
It allows franchisee to continue to provide steamship agent 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 November 10, 2020 (Item No. 31).
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 December 8, 2015 (Item No. 3-PH), the Board granted renewal of a nonexclusive franchise to USA Maritime Enterprises, Inc. ("USA Maritime"), to provide steamship agent services at Port Everglades for a five-year term, from January 3, 2016, through January 2, 2021.
Staff has reviewed the steamship agent franchise renewal application against the enumerated renewal criteria set forth in Chapter 32 of the Broward County Adm...
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