Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SUMMARY Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Commission Chambers, City Hall 9:00 AM 9500 West Sample Road Coral Springs, Florida 33065 Call to Order Mayor Brook called the meeting to order at 9:20 a.m. Roll Call Mayor Scott Brook Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen (Absent) Commissioner Shawn Cerra (Attended via telephone) Commissioner Joshua Simmons Commissioner Joseph McHugh Also in attendance: City Manager Catherine Givens City Attorney John Hearn City Clerk Georgia Elliott Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance Coral Springs Charter School, Government Academy Students Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations 1. Presentation, Broward County Property Appraiser (Marty Kiar) Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar presented fiscal impact estimates for Broward County and the City of Coral Springs. Discussion ensued and Mr. Kiar fielded questions from the city commission. 2. Recognition, Dr. Bessie Cristwell (City Commission) The City Commission recognized Dr. Bessie Cristwell for her impact on and contributions to our community. 3. Plaque Presentation, SolSmart Silver Designation (Andrea Lemaitre) The City of Coral Springs was recognized for receiving the SolSmart Silver Designation Award. Sustainability Manager Ms. Lemaitre presented the award to the Commission. 4. Proclamation, Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day (City Commission) The City Commission proclaimed March 26, 2026 as "Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day" in the City of Coral Springs.  5. Proclamation, Autism Acceptance Month (City Commission) The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Autism Acceptance Month” in the City of Coral Springs. 6. Proclamation, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (Brad Mock) The City Commission proclaimed April 12-18, 2026 as “National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week” in the City of Coral Springs. 7. Proclamation, National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week (Brad Mock) The City Commission proclaimed April 12-18, 2026 as “National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week” in the City of Coral Springs. 8. Proclamation, Fair Housing Month (Tracey-Ann Anthony) The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Fair Housing Month” in the City of Coral Springs. 9. Proclamation, Building Safety Month (Alexander Hernandez) The City Commission proclaimed May 2026 as "Built to Last! Building Safety Month" in the City of Coral Springs. Public Comment • Kevin Deutsch urged the Commission to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism. Mayor Brook requested that the matter be discussed at the next City Commission Workshop. • Joe Morera expressed concerns regarding the figures provided by Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar and extended holiday greetings to the community. Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements: None. Consent Motion: To approve consent items 10 through 12, and 18. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 10. Proclamation, Child Abuse Prevention Month (City Commission) The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Child Abuse Prevention Month” in the City of Coral Springs. (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM) 11. Digital Evidence Storage and Retrieval Systems (Brad Mock) Request to amend contract to include updated Florida Statutes for Digital Evidence Storage and Retrieval System to Foray Technologies of San Diego, California; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve contract renewals within the procurement authority of $75,000. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: Innovative, High Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AMEND, AUTHORIZE)  12. Proclamation, Arab American Heritage Month (City Commission) The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Arab American Heritage Month” in the City of Coral Springs. (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM) 18. Royal Palm Boulevard Joint Participation Agreement - FDOT 445519-1 Safety Project (Chad Maraj) Request to approve the Joint Participation Agreement between Broward County and the City of Coral Springs for roadway safety improvements along Royal Palm Boulevard. Broward County and the city have agreed that the county will deliver a road construction project on a municipal roadway under the city’s jurisdiction, identified as the Royal Palm Boulevard Safety Improvements, within the area described in Exhibit A (the “Project Corridor”). The Project will include roadway safety enhancements along Royal Palm Boulevard from approximately 500 feet east of University Drive to approximately 2,000 feet west of Riverside Drive. Additional safety improvements will take place at the intersections of Royal Palm Boulevard with NW 91st Avenue and NW 89th Drive, along with operational upgrades at the intersection of Royal Palm Boulevard and Riverside Drive (collectively, the “Project”). Funding Source: Approved Capital Budget. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) Policy Formation and Direction 13. Ordinance 2026-101, Second Reading, Zoning Ordinance (LDA26-0001) (Tina Jou) Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2026-101, amending various sections of Chapter 25 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs, entitled “Zoning Ordinance”, to include definitions and additional uses in the B-2 and B-3 business zoning districts and IC and IRD industrial districts; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date. First reading held March 25, 2026. (LDA26-0001) Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Thriving, Resilient Business Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Director Tina Jou presented the item. Motion: To approve Ordinance 2026-101. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 14. Ordinance 2026-104, Second Reading, Building Exteriors & Roof Colors (Tina Jou) Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2026-104, amending Section 8- 20.2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coral Springs entitled, "Building Exteriors" and multiple sections of Chapter 25 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs that relate to roof colors in residential zoning districts to conform the city’s codes to Section 166.0483, Florida Statutes; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date. First reading held March 25, 2026. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: An Attractive Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Director Jou presented the item. Discussion ensued. The Commission will review the city’s current list of colors for discussion at a future Workshop.  Motion: To approve Ordinance 2026-104. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 15. HVAC Systems (Chad Maraj) Request to award contract #26-C-068 for HVAC Systems to Flo-Tech Mechanical of Coral Springs, Florida via Pompano Beach Contract No. RFP25-019 for a not to exceed annual amount of $1,000,000 from April 1,2026 through November 1, 2028. Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AWARD) This item was pulled from the agenda. 16. Appointments, 2026-2027 Broward League of Cities Board of Directors (Luwam Ghermay) Request to consider the appointments of Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen as the Director; Commissioner Shawn Cerra as the Alternate; and Commissioner Joseph McHugh as the Second Alternate to attend and vote at any of the Broward League of Cities Board of Directors or General Membership meetings held where an elected official represents the City of Coral Springs for the 2026-27 year. (REQUEST TO APPOINT) Motion: To appoint Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen as the Director; Commissioner Shawn Cerra as the Alternate; and Commissioner Joseph McHugh as the Second Alternate to attend and vote at any of the Broward League of Cities Board of Directors or General Membership meetings. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner McHugh Discussion ensued. 17. Reappointment, Firefighters’ Pension Board of Trustees (Dale Pazdra) Request to consider reappointment of Julie Krolak to the City of Coral Springs Firefighters’ Pension Plan Board of Trustees. The appointment would be effective from May 24, 2026 through May 23, 2030. (REQUEST TO REAPPOINT) Deputy City Manager Pazdra presented the item. Motion: To reappoint Julie Krolak to the City of Coral Springs Firefighters’ Pension Plan Board of Trustees. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner McHugh Commission Communications • Contact information and office hours were provided by the Commission. • Past and upcoming events were highlighted. • Noted the proclamations on the agenda. • Highlighted the book launch of The Gallaudet Eleven by local award-winning author Kerry O’Malley Cerra.  • Recognized City staff for serving as panelists at the E-Bike Town Hall held on March 31, 2026, and stressed the importance of e-bike safety. • Commended City staff for their work in bringing the Hoppin’ into Springs Egg Hunt to life. • Expressed appreciation to the Broward County Property Appraiser for his property tax presentation. • Extended Passover and Easter greetings to all who celebrate. • Reached consensus to provide a special recognition for local author Kerry O’Malley Cerra. • Shared thoughts on the war in Israel and extended condolences to those who lost loved ones. • The Commission requested staff to review the City’s adopted definition of antisemitism. • Acknowledged Joe Morera for his leadership in the community. • The Commission will discuss with City staff measures to ensure the City is not directly impacted by the proposed property tax cuts, noting that the Special Session in Tallahassee is scheduled for April 20. • Mentioned upcoming attendance at the Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC) Las Vegas Conference and Expo, on May 18 to May 20. • Noted Mental Health Awareness Month in May and reported that the Mayor completed his first podcast on March 31. • Announced the Mental Wellness Mind, Body, and Soul Summit on May 9. City Manager's Communication • Past and upcoming events were highlighted. • Reflected on recognitions and proclamations on the agenda. • Recognized City staff for their dedication and ongoing efforts to foster an inclusive community and make Coral Springs a premier community to live, work, and raise a family. • Announced Water Safety Day on Saturday, April 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Aquatics Complex. • Extended wishes for a peaceful, meaningful, and joyful Passover and Easter. City Attorney's Communication • Advised he will keep the Commission updated on the 2026 Florida Legislative Session. • Extended holiday greetings to the community for Passover and Easter. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:04 a.m. /s/ Georgia Elliott Georgia Elliott, CMC City Clerk These minutes are a permanent public record of the City of Coral Springs maintained in the Office of the City Clerk.