Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, April 2, 2014 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Peter Bober, Mayor Patricia Asseff, Vice Mayor - District 1 Peter Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Richard Blattner, Commissioner - District 4 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 Linda Sherwood, Commissioner - District 6 Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at 1:02 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, Joseph W. Watson Circle, Hollywood, Florida. 1. Moment of Silence 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families 4. Roll Call Present: Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Peter Bober Absent: Vice Mayor Patricia Asseff . Commissioner Hernandez arrived at the meeting at 1:05 PM. Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 5. R-2014-070 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of September 4, 2013. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 6. R-2014-071 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of September 12, 2013. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 7. R-2014-072 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of September 18, 2013. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 8. R-2014-073 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of September 23, 2013. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 9. R-2014-074 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Renewal Of Airspace Agreement (“Lease”) Between State Of Florida Department Of Transportation (“Lessor”) And The City Of Hollywood (Lessee), For Use Of State Owned Property At Hollywood Boulevard And A-1-A As A Parking Lot For City’s Beach Maintenance Staff Parking, Parking And Storage Of Equipment, And A Modular Office Trailer For An Additional Twenty (20) Year Period Beginning On May 3, 2014 And Ending On May 2, 2034. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 10. R-2014-075 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Allowing, As Part Of The Collection Process For Local Business Taxes, Voluntary Contributions For Achieving Excellence In Education Grants. City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 11. R-2014-076 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Amendment To The Maintenance Agreement Between Motorola Solutions, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Delete The Maintenance Costs For The Older Radios And Related Hardware. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 12. R-2014-077 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Supporting The Development Of A Comprehensive Scholastic Chess Program In Broward County Schools, Including Classroom Instruction Through America’s Foundation For Chess “First Move” Program; Support The Expansion Of After School Chess Programs; Encouraging The Development Of Community Based Chess Programs In Municipalities; Encouraging Support From The Business Community; And Requesting That Municipalities Consider Passage Of A Similar Resolution In Support Of Scholastic Chess. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 13. R-2014-078 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between Polydyne, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Supply Of Liquid Polymer For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $145,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 14. R-2014-079 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Renew The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between Pace Analytical Services, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Water And Wastewater City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 Laboratory Testing And Analysis In An Estimated Annual Amount Of $115,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 15. R-2014-080 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between Air Liquide Industrial U.S. LP And The City Of Hollywood For The Supply Of Liquid Oxygen For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $154,620.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 16. R-2014-081 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Orders Between People’s Choice Pressure And The City Of Hollywood For Pressure Cleaning Services For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $62,100.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 19. R-2014-084 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Purchase Order Between Alan Jay Fleet Sales And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of Three (3) 2014 Toyota Prius II Hybrid Sedans In The Amount Of $75,147.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 5-0. Vice Mayor Asseff and Commissioner Hernandez were absent. 20. P-2014-021 Proclamation In Recognition Of The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life Days, City of Hollywood, Florida. Commissioner Hernandez arrived at the meeting at 1:05 PM. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of American Cancer Society's Relay for Life Days. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 Dreema Stokes, American Cancer Society; Renee Gruntman, Event Chair; and Matthew Gouthro, Luminair Chair; accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 21. P-2014-022 Proclamation In Recognition Of Water Conservation Month - April 2014. Commissioner Biederman read the proclamation in recognition of Water Conservation Month - April 2014. Steve Joseph, Director of Utilities, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition and encouraged everyone to conserve water. 22. P-2014-023 Proclamation In Recognition Of Paralyzed Veterans Of America Awareness Month - April 2014. Commissioner Blattner read the proclamation in recognition of Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month - April 2014. Juan Perez, President, Paralyzed Veterans of America, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 23. P-2014-024 Presentation By Lisa Powell, Interim Director Of Human Resources & Risk Management, Of Employees Hired March 1, Through March 31, 2014. Joshua Kittinger, Human Resources Analyst, presented the various employees hired March 1 - 31, 2014. 24. R-2014-085 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Adopting The Attached Amendments To The Housing Program Policies Related To Housing Rehabilitation, Homeownership Purchase Assistance, Recapture Of Subsidy Investment, Application Fees, And Refinancing Request And Subordination. Davon Barbour, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided an introduction of the intent of the resolution. Anthony Grisby, Community Development Program Manager, provided a presentation on the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Vice Mayor Asseff was absent. 25. P-2014-025 Presentation By Sylvia Glazer, Public Works Director, Providing An Update On The Federal Highway and FEC Corridor Projects. Susan Goldberg, Coastal Project Manager, provided a presentation on the Federal City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 Highway, FEC Corridor Projects and transforming Hollywood through Corridor Redevelopment. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, presented the planning aspect of the corridor projects. Davon Barbour, Community and Economic Development Director, presented the community and economic development aspect of the corridor projects. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 2:23 PM and returned at 2:24 PM. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:41 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 17. R-2014-082 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Recommending An Amendment To The Broward County Trafficways Plan To Add The “Context Sensitive Corridor” Designation To A Portion Of The Dixie Highway/21st Avenue Between Pembroke Road And Sheridan Street. Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 2:43 PM. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Vice Mayor Asseff was absent. 18. R-2014-083 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Supporting The Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (Broward MPO) In Its Efforts To Secure Federal Funding In The Form Of A Transportation Investments Generating Recovery (TIGER) Grant For Quiet Zone Improvements Along The Florida East Coast (FEC) Railroad Corridor. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Vice Mayor Asseff was absent. COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION, CITY ATTORNEY & CITY MANAGER 26. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Homeless Population Commissioner Sherwood requested a report on the methods other Florida cities such as Gainesville and Clearwater have implemented in their communities to successfully address the homeless population. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 Park Impact Fees Commissioner Sherwood requested information on the balance and options for utilizing the Park Impact Fees. Cathy Swanson Rivenbark, City Manager, stated a memo is in the process of being drafted and will be distributed to members of the Commission in the near future. Expo Alfresco Commissioner Sherwood invited everyone to attend Expo Alfresco on April 9, 2014 at Young Circle ArtsPark. 27. Vice Mayor Asseff, District 1 Vice Mayor Asseff was absent from the meeting. 28. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Sunset Golf Course Commissioner Hernandez stated he would support the purchase of Sunset Golf Course predicated on confirmation the property is for sale and at a reasonable price . He stated some residents have expressed a wide range of opinions for the property including low impact development or utilization for green space. Abuse of City Services Commissioner Hernandez referenced the agenda item approved today in which the Mayor agreed to request the City Attorney draft an ordinance on the abuse of City services by the homeless population. He requested the status. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated a proposed ordinance was drafted and he would follow up on the status. Holocaust Museum Commissioner Hernandez stated representatives from the Holocaust Museum have not been contacted with a counter offer and requested the City Attorney follow up. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated earlier today he committed to provide an update report to the members of the Commission. Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Commissioner Hernandez presented an update on the status of his offer to assist management, the PBA, Chief of Police and Police Officers with moving forward from dwelling on the past to achieve the goal of working together harmoniously. He will contact impartial agencies who may have recommendations and has spoken with an outside Consultant for suggestions. The recommendation of the Consultant was for all of those involved to move forward. 29. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Sunset Golf Course Commissioner Callari requested clarification from the City Attorney on the request from the Mayor to discuss an acquisition and the legalities of obtaining a General City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 Obligation Bond. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the quasi judicial rules and laws and stated a Commission vote is not impaired when a discussion ensues in regard to potential alternate uses and an application for development approval does not exist. Stan Goldman Park Commissioner Callari stated the improvements to Stan Goldman Park have not progressed in the past year and requested a status update. She explained the bridge should be painted and the former Hollywood Fashion Center trees have not been transplanted to the park. Homeless Population Commissioner Callari stated the homeless population issue still exists at 30th Avenue and Johnson Street. Exterior Paint Palette Commissioner Callari requested support from members of the Commission to consider exploring the idea of an Ordinance to require specific paint colors be used for exterior structures throughout the City. Mayor Bober supported the potential consideration of an Ordinance based on additional information and a memo indicating the details. Commissioner Hernandez stated there is a similar approval process at the CRA. Fairytales Hollywood Grand Opening Commissioner Callari congratulated Fairytales Hollywood located at 2000 Harrison Street on their grand opening. Hollywood Hills Civic Association Barbeque Commissioner Callari congratulated the Hollywood Hills Civic Association for the barbeque and thanked all those involved who contributed to the success of the event. Malaysia Plane and State of Washington Catastrophes Commissioner Callari requested prayers for those affected by the missing Malaysian plane and State of Washington mudslide victims. Breast Cancer Initiative Commissioner Callari stated the Breast Cancer Initiative will take place April 5, 12, 19, and 26 throughout the City with the goal of reaching 2,600 residents to create Breast Cancer Awareness. She will be walking with the volunteers on April 5, 2014 in the Boulevard Heights neighborhood. Rental Properties Commissioner Callari explained issues with renters in condominium developments and homes who have no regard for maintenance of the property. Property values have decreased and the property owners and condominium associations have no authority to resolve the issue. Commissioner Callari requested the support of the Commission to investigate a resolution for concerned homeowners and Civic Associations. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated there are two realms of complex issues. One is what cities are entitled to enforce with an Ordinance which is very minimal. The second is the realm that deed restricted and homeowner communities have. Commissioner Callari stated the goal is to hold renters to a higher standard. Mayor City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 Bober, Commissioner Hernandez and Commissioner Biederman supported the request. 30. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Washington, D. C. Trip Commissioner Blattner announced that he will be traveling to Washington the week of April 7, 2014 to lobby on the TIGER grant and to address beach re-nourishment. Sunset Golf Course Commissioner Blattner stated he would prefer a referendum for a General Obligation Bond to include many projects instead of one specifically for the Sunset Golf Course. External Paint Palette Commissioner Blattner stated he is opposed to establishing an external paint palette and believes it would not be enforceable. Police Department Accreditation Commissioner Blattner referenced the Police Department accreditation comments from the Commission Meeting on March 19, 2014. He explained the Chief of Police met with the Accreditation Committee in Jacksonville, FL in March, 2014 to discuss the accreditation of the Police Department. The outcome was the Police Department was heavily scrutinized for lack of documentation the past three years. The Accreditation Committee provided the Department with a one year pass on accreditation with the stipulation that various issues will be corrected. The Police Department will be subject to a full accreditation process in 2014. 31. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Civic Associations Commissioner Biederman encouraged the residents to participate in their neighborhood Civic Associations. Document Shredding Event Commissioner Biederman thanked the City Manager and City Clerk for moving the April 26, 2014 document shredding event from City Hall to the Boulevard Heights Center. Residents will be volunteering in the event. Expo Alfresco Commissioner Biederman reiterated the announcement in reference to Expo Alfresco on April 9, 2014, at Young Circle ArtsPark, and encouraged everyone to attend. Relay For Life Commissioner Biederman thanked staff for their contributions to organize Relay for Life fundraising events and their efforts for a successful event on April 10-11, 2014, at McArthur High School. He encouraged more departments in addition to the Office of Human Resources be involved next year. Beach Town Hop and Leadership Hollywood 38 Commissioner Biederman stated Beach Town Hop was a success with over 400 tickets purchased. He thanked Leadership Hollywood 38 and committee members for their involvement. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 Great Neighborhoods Challenge II Commissioner Biederman explained the Great Neighborhoods Challenge II has begun and encouraged more residents to participate. He stated the first event was very successful and explained the iPad app that assists with registration. St. Maurice Church Commissioner Biederman requested confirmation of a rumor presented by residents indicating the City is considering the purchase of St. Maurice Church. Mayor Bober stated the Commissioner should have a conversation with the City Manager upon conclusion of the Commission meeting. Park Rangers Hired Commissioner Biederman stated he is pleased two Park Rangers were hired effective April 2, 2014. Police Department Commissioner Biederman requested the Police Chief provide an update on the training status of new Police Officers at a later date. Condominium Rentals Commissioner Biederman referenced the ordinance Commissioner Callari proposed on rental properties. He recalled a discussion during the tenure of the previous City Manager in regard to the same issue faced by Fayetteville, North Carolina, and requested the City Attorney provide information in regard to the Ordinance that City implemented. Sunset Golf Course Commissioner Biederman questioned the potential purchase of Sunset Golf Course and the property value. He agreed with Commissioner Blattner to combine several issues in a General Obligation bond and gave the example of Fire Station 45 which has not been remodeled. 32. Mayor Bober Sunset Golf Course Mayor Bober stated the reason he raised the topic of a potential purchase of Sunset Golf Course was to ascertain the level of interest by members of the Commission. He explained the City Manager could not approach the owner of the property without direction from members of the Commission. He explained if there is a sufficient level of interest among members of the Commission, the next step in the process would be to asertain the selling price of the property. Towing Companies Mayor Bober requested members of the Commission address the presence of predatory towing companies in downtown Hollywood. He proposed the City Attorney research the feasibility of creating a towing company franchise Ordinance . Commissioner Hernandez, Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Biederman support the idea. 33. City Attorney Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, had no further comments. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 2, 2014 34. City Manager Great Neighborhoods Challenge II Cathy Swanson Rivenbark, City Manager, stated the Great Neighborhoods Challenge II kickoff March 27, 2014, was a success and thanked the 25 City staff members and community leaders who participated. The Challenge will be from April 1 to July 31, 2014 at 3:00 PM. Police Department Open House Cathy Swanson Rivenbark, City Manager, explained the numerous activities during the Police Department Open House on Friday, March 28, 2014 which was an outstanding success. St. Maurice Church Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, stated the City will not purchase St . Maurice Church. Police Department Accreditation Status Frank Fernandez, Chief of Police, responded to the questions from Commissioner Blattner in regard to the Department re accreditation process. He commended Sergeant Brown for his excellent work and leadership demonstrated with the process and is confident the Department will persevere through the challenges outlined by the Accreditation Committee. New Police Officers Training Status Frank Fernandez, Chief of Police, explained the status of the new Police Officers at the academy and those who recently graduated and passed the State exam. He stated by the end of 2014, there will be 35 new Police Officers in the field and the Department is on track with the recruitment strategy. 35. ADJOURNMENT . The meeting adjourned at 3:26 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 11