Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Monday, November 17, 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 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 Richard Blattner, Commissioner - District 4 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 November 17, 2014 The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, November 17, 2014 at 1:06 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: Vice Mayor Patricia Asseff, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Peter Bober Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Asseff, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). Aye: Vice Mayor Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober 5. R-2014-332 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 4, 2014. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 6. R-2014-333 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 18, 2014. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 7. R-2014-334 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 25, 2014. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 9. R-2014-336 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Consultant’s Authorization To Proceed (ATP) Between Lakdas/Yohalem Engineering Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Professional Engineering Services For Structural Engineering For The Van Buren Parking Garage In An Estimated Lump Sum Of $34,300.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 10. R-2014-337 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Adopted Fiscal Year 2015 Operating Budget (R-2014-282); Authorizing The Continuation Of Certain Previously Authorized And Appropriated Funds In Certain Identified Accounts Of The Adopted Fiscal Year 2014 Operating Budget, As Amended, Which Balances Remained Unencumbered At The End Of The 2014 Fiscal Year In The Law Enforcement Forfeiture Fund, Fund 12, Into Identified Fiscal Year 2015 Accounts In Fund 12 In The Amounts As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit “A”; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 11. R-2014-338 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Adopted Fiscal Year 2015 Operating Budget (R-2014-282); Authorizing The Continuation Of Certain Previously Authorized And Appropriated Funds In Certain Identified Accounts Of The Adopted Fiscal Year 2014 Operating Budget, As Amended, Which Balances Remained Unencumbered At The End Of The 2014 Fiscal Year In The Police Grant Programs Fund (Fund 13) Into Identified Fiscal Year 2015 Accounts In Fund 13 In The Amounts As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit “A”; Authorizing Budgetary Transfers Within The Police Grant Programs Fund As Detailed In The Attached City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 Exhibit “A”; And Providing An Effective Date ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 14. R-2014-341 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Budgets Of Various Funds Of The Fiscal Year 2015 Operating Budget Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2014-282, As Amended, As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit 1; Revising Operating Revenues, Authorizing Budgetary Transfers, Reauthorizing And Re-Appropriating Certain Funding; And Providing An Effective Date ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 15. R-2014-342 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Enter Into An Agreement Between Paymentus Corporation And The City Of Hollywood In An Annual Not To Exceed Amount Of $20,000.00 To Provide Credit Card And Other Electronic Payment Services For Utility Customers. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 16. R-2014-343 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Twelve (12) Month Agreement Between Motorola, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Maintenance Of Fire House Alerting Systems Installed At Each Of The City’s Fire Stations & EOC And Computer Aided Dispatch Software In An Amount Not to Exceed $77,130.00 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 17. R-2014-344 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Repealing Resolution R-2014-305; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The 2015 Children’s Services Council Of Broward County Maximizing Out Of School Time (MOST) Year - Round Grant To Conduct Four Youth Summer Camps And One After School Program In The Amount Of $477,426.00; Authorizing The Required 12.5% Matching Funds To Be Paid From City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 In-Kind Staff Services; Authorizing The Execution Of The Attached Tri-Party Agreement Among The Children’s Services Council, The Art And Culture Center Of Hollywood And The City Of Hollywood; Authorizing The Department Of Financial Services To Create Certain Accounts To Recognize Revenue And Appropriate Program Funding; And Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Other Applicable Grant Documents And Agreement(s). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 18. R-2014-345 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept 2013 Department Of Homeland Security Grant Funds From The City Of Miami In The Approximate Amount Of $122,225.00 To Enhance Public Safety And Emergency Management UASI Approved Projects, Training And Equipment; Authorizing The Establishment Of Certain Accounts To Recognize The Grant Funding And Appropriate Program Funding; And Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Memorandum Of Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And The City Of Miami And All Other Applicable Subgrant Document And Agreements. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 19. R-2014-346 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 Waste Management Of Florida And The City Of Hollywood For The Renewal Of Screenings Disposal Service For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $60,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 20. R-2014-347 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Interlocal Agreement Between Broward County And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Cost Share Support Of A Naturescape Irrigation Service And To Authorize Broward County, Florida, To Conduct Specific Technical Activities Required As Part Of The Landscape And Irrigation System Evaluations In An Amount Not To Exceed $46,800.00 Over The Five Year Period. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 21. R-2014-348 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Renewing The Agreement Between Sunstate Meter And Supply, INC. And The City Of Hollywood For The Supply Of Positive Displacement Cold Water Meters In An Estimated Annual Amount Of $205,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 22. R-2014-349 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Right Of Way Occupancy Permit Between The City Of Hollywood And Broadwalk Investments, Inc., For An Awning Structure Projecting Within The Broadwalk Right-Of-Way At 595 North Surf Road. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 23. R-2014-350 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached License Agreement Between Quadomain Condominium II Association, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, For The Continued Use Of A Portion Of City Property For The Location Of A Diesel Fuel Storage Tank For Emergency Backup Power, Based On A Four Year Term And License Fee Of $152.96 Per Year Plus Applicable Tax. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 24. P-2014-075 A Proclamation In Recognition Of United States Air Force Band Day - November 21, 2014. Commissioner Blattner read the Proclamation in recognition of United States Air Force Band Day - November 21, 2014. Miguel Medina, United States Air Force, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 25. P-2014-076 Presentation By Chuck Ellis, Director Of Parks, Recreation And City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 Cultural Arts, On The Upcoming Candy Cane Parade On Saturday, December 6, 2014. Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, introduced a town crier who announced the upcoming Candy Cane parade on Saturday, December 6, 2014. 8. R-2014-335 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Consultant’s Authorization To Proceed (ATP) Between Lakdas/Yohalem Engineering Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Professional Engineering Services For Structural Engineering For The Radius Parking Garage In An Estimated Lump Sum Of $42,000.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2014-339 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing Year End Budgetary Transfers And Adjustments For Fiscal Year 2014, In Addition To The Transfers And Adjustments Previously Approved By Resolution R-2014-300, As Set Forth In Exhibit 1, And Providing An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Matthew Lalla, Director of Financial Services, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion pased 5-2. Commissioner Hernandez and Commissioner Callari were opposed. 13. R-2014-340 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Special Programs Fund (Fund 11) Of The Fiscal Year 2015 Adopted Budget (R-2014-282), Revising And Recognizing Certain Operating Revenues, Authorizing Certain Budgetary Appropriations, Adjustments And Transfers As Detailed in the Attached Exhibit 1, and Providing An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 Matthew Lalla, Director of Financial Services, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. R-2014-352 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between Sun Up Enterprises, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Construction Services Related To John U. Lloyd State Park Water Main Replacement Project As Identified In The 2007 Water System Master Plan And As Part Of The City-Wide Water Main Replacement Program, In The Amount Of $1,799,195.00 (City Project No. 13-5118). ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 29. Vice Mayor Asseff, District 1 Sand Bypass Project Vice Mayor Asseff stated there was an article in yesterday’s Sun Sentinel announcing that the sand bypass project was approved by the Army Corps of Engineers to begin in 2016. City Candy Cane Parade Vice Mayor Asseff stated she is looking forward to the Candy Cane Parade on December 6, 2014. Florida League of Cities Conference Vice Mayor Asseff stated she attended the Florida League of Cities conference in Orlando during the past three days to establish what items the Florida League of Cities will bring forth to the Florida Legislature. She is looking forward to meeting with Lorie Mertens-Black, Director of Parking and Intergovernmental Affairs, to set the City’s legislative agenda. National League of Cities Conference Vice Mayor Asseff announced she is traveling to Austin, Texas tomorrow to attend the National League of Cities conference. Thanksgiving Holiday Vice Mayor Asseff wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. City Manager Vice Mayor Asseff thanked Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 for her service and wished her well. 30. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Thanksgiving Holiday Commissioner Hernandez wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Florida League of Cities Conference Commissioner Hernandez stated he attended the Florida League of Cities Conference in Orlando and a topic that will come up on the State and Federal level is the homeless population issue. He stated a source of revenue is needed to address and resolve the issue. Commissioner Hernandez stated another topic presented at the Conference was that the Millennial Generation is offended at being labeled and discussions evolved on how to bridge the communication gap. New School Commissioner Hernandez stated he spoke with a real estate developer who is interested in building a school on Van Buren Street for 600 students in addition to the new Ben Gamla school. He explained that a few residents have expressed their opposition. He requested that residents contact him to share their views on whether they are in favor or opposed. He stated the high volume of traffic on 26th Avenue when parents drop off their children on the street has created a safety hazard. T-3’s Commissioner Hernandez stated he has been speaking with the Chief of Police for the past few months regarding activating the T-3’s. The equipment was purchased by the CRA and has been earmarked for the Police Department. The original intention was to train Park Rangers to operate the T-3’s in the ArtsPark area. He volunteered to assist with monitoring the Downtown area with a T-3 and will sign a waiver releasing the City from any liability. He stated the Chief of Police has reservations about the liability of utilizing civilians for this function. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding the T-3’s. Mayor Bober stated the Police Department should use the equipment rather than Commissioners and there is no reason they remain in storage. Commissioner Hernandez stated it is his understanding that the Chief of Police plans on training the Park Rangers to use the equipment in ArtsPark and potentially on the beach. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 Commissioner Sherwood questioned whether Block-By-Block, Inc. could be utilized to operate the T-3’s for the Downtown area in addition to the security responsibilities for which the company was hired. Commissioner Blattner stated he is not in favor of having members of the Commission operating the T-3’s. The CRA Director and Chief of Police should make that decision jointly and advise members of the Commission by the next meeting on December 3, 2014. He explained that the initial plan when this issue initially arose was for the Citizens Mobile Patrol to use the T-3’s with which he does not agree. Commissioner Biederman explained he is in favor of having members of the Commission volunteer to assist with crime watch and believes their civic involvement should not cease during their tenure as Commissioners. He announced that he and Commissioner Hernandez have volunteered for the next Mobile Patrol training class. He stated that the T-3’s should be used by Mobile Patrol providing members are capable of operating the equipment. He is in support of the City Attorney’s office creating a Hold Harmless Agreement for those citizens who are interested in participating. Commissioner Biederman stated bike patrols in the Downtown area were in the planning stage a year ago and did not come to fruition. He stated members of the Commission need to follow through with initiatives that have begun. Vice Mayor Asseff is not in agreement to have Commissioners on mobile patrol since their time should be utilized for other issues. She recommend that Block-by-Block, Inc. staff and Park Rangers should be trained to use the T3's. Commissioner Hernandez stated that the concern of the Chief of Police when utilizing civilians is training and the City’s liability. He stated liability is probably equivalent to when he is on patrol or ride-alongs with the Police Department, Fire Department and Department of Public Works. The reason he participates in ride-alongs is to learn what the community needs are. He accepted the offer from the Chief of Police to ride bikes in the Downtown area and suggested expanding to other areas of the City. 31. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Girls Rising Fund Raiser Commissioner Callari announced a fund raiser for the Hollywood Chapter of Girls Rising on November 18, 2014 at Longhorn Restaurant on Sheridan Street. Police Officers will volunteer as City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 waiters and their tips will go to the non-profit organization. Commissioner Callari thanked the Chief of Police for permitting the Police Officers to volunteer. Traffic Issues Commissioner Callari stated speeding continues to be an issue on Buchanan Street and Fillmore Street between Chaminade Drive and 46th Avenue and she has received several complaints. She requested to have additional Police presence in the area. Hollywood Middle Schools Commissioner Callari stated the Hollywood Hills residents are concerned that elementary public schools are converting to kindergarten through eighth grade. She announced she facilitated a group formed by Hollywood Hills residents to discuss their needs. The residents will be taking tours of middle schools and she encouraged anyone who is interested to attend and express their concerns and needs in order to increase public school attendance. She stated six thousand Broward County children do not attend public middle schools. She stated the residents of Hollywood Hills are concerned about the potential change and have said they are considering moving out of the area where there are more opportunities. Thanksgiving Holiday Commissioner Callari wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Good Government Initiative Program Commissioner Callari thanked the City and members of the Commission for permitting her to attend the Good Government Initiative class which was excellent and she learned quite a bit. City Manager Departure Commissioner Callari stated she received a high volume of emails regarding the resignation of Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, and read one of them. She wished the City Manager the best of luck. 32. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Veteran’s Day Barbeque Commissioner Blattner thanked all members of staff and the Boy Scouts involved in the Veterans Day barbeque and stated it was a huge success. South Broward High School Students Commissioner Blattner announced students from South Broward High School will be attending the Commission meeting later today. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 City Manager Departure Commissioner Blattner stated he has enjoyed working with Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager. They have had interesting discussions which always resulted in a positive manner and the opportunity to exchange good ideas. He wished her success in her new position and hopes to continue their personal relationship. 33. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 City Manager Departure Commissioner Biederman thanked Commissioner Callari for reading the e-mail from the resident regarding the City Manager. McArthur High School Fund Raiser Commissioner Biederman announced that the McArthur High School students participated in the countywide Harvest Fest event. They collected groceries, canned foods and funds for their zone which resulted in 135 families receiving seven bags of groceries and a $35 Publix gift card. He stated the students are a testament to their generation and what they are doing to help their fellow man. All the student government associations who participated did an excellent job. Driftwood Civic Association Commissioner Biederman announced the Driftwood Civic Association is having a dessert social tomorrow night to discuss their holiday projects and their annual Light Up Driftwood event. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, will be in attendance. Relay for Life Commissioner Biederman stated the initial meeting was held for the American Cancer Society 2015 Relay for Life to start planning the event. The kick off meeting is December 4, 2014 at Apollo Middle School. Memorial Healthcare System Commissioner Biederman announced the Memorial Healthcare System annual Tour de Broward event on February 22, 2015 to raise money for the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. He stated the City is fortunate to have Memorial Regional Hospital and Joe DiMaggio Hospital in the community. Thanksgiving Holiday Commissioner Biederman wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 35. Mayor Bober Thanksgiving Holiday Mayor Bober wished all a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving. Wedding Anniversary Mayor Bober wished his wife a wonderful anniversary. They have been married 13 years. Veterans Day Barbeque Mayor Bober congratulated the staff on planning the very successful Veterans Day barbeque which was reflective of the extensive preparation over several months. He stated it was the best one since the Veterans Day Barbeque began. He thanked the Employee Chorus for participating and staff who volunteered their time the day of the event. Sand By Pass Project Mayor Bober stated the sand-by-pass project is very important to Hollywood Beach and the City by ultimately depositing the sand south . He explained the science of sand travel which will take a minimum of 10 years and stated the need for short term remedies in the meantime. City Manager Departure Mayor Bober wished Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, all the best. He stated many great things have happened since she has been with the City. He always appreciated her outreach to residents; being very approachable and her problem solving skills by focusing on the important issues. He thought it was appropriate to give her a key to the City which is an honor he gives very sparingly to staff. He described the projects that will come to fruition as a result of the work she has done on Hollywood Beach. He stated many people will miss her including him as well as staff. 34. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Homeless Population Commissioner Sherwood stated she met with Laurie-Anne Walton, Homeless Coordinator. It is her hope that the FY2015 budget will include emergency funds for homeless mothers and children to be placed in a hotel for one or two nights until they are placed in a long term housing facility. Re-Zoning Commissioner Sherwood stated Hollywood Gardens West residents City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 would like to have a Charter School in their area. It would have to be located behind the retention ponds that will be on State Road 7. The area up to 58th Avenue would have to be re-zoned in order to retain it for commercial developments. Holiday Festivities Commissioner Sherwood announced the Washington Park Civic Association and Community Enhancement Collaboration will be providing a free Thanksgiving dinner on November 18, 2014 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Washington Park Community Center. The Washington Park Civic Association and Community Enhancement Collaboration will be distributing free turkeys from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM on November 22, 2014 for families in need. The City Tree Lighting ceremony will be held on November 21, 2014 in ArtsPark at 7:00 PM. Election Announcements Commissioner Sherwood congratulated Beam Furr on his election to the Broward County Commission and Ann Murray on her reelection to the Broward County School Board. She stated both of them will be inaugurated on November 18, 2014. Cinema Paradisio Gala Commissioner Sherwood announced she will be attending the Cinema Paradisio Gala on November 21, 2014. City Manager Departure Commissioner Sherwood stated she is sad to say goodbye to Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, and that she is one of the classiest women she has ever met, very intelligent and extremely ethical. She thanked the City Manager for the many hours, weekends and holidays she worked and her assistance in getting the City through very difficult times. She wished Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark the best of luck in her new position. Thanksgiving Holiday Commissioner Sherwood wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. 36. City Attorney City Manager Departure Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated all members of the Commission received a letter of resignation from the City Manager suggesting her effective date be December 1, 2014 at 5:00 PM. The first issue to address is whether members of the Commission accept December 1, 2014 as her official resignation date. The contract requires 45 days advance notice of resignation and specifies by mutual agreement the 45 day notice can be altered. A resolution is City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 required stating members of the Commission agree to waive the 45 day requirement and accept December 1, 2014 at 5:00 PM. It is necessary to appoint an Interim City Manager commencing the date and time of the City Manager’s resignation. Extensive discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding the effective time. Commissioner Hernandez stated his request for information regarding the contracts approved by the City Manager which has taken a long time to gather. He spoke about her resignation day versus last day worked. He requested clarification of the payout the City Manager will receive. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the City Manager will receive those benefits inherent to any employee resigning from the City. As this is a non-agenda item it needs a 5/7th vote of the Commission to pass. 36A. R-2014-353 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Waiving The 45 Days Notice Of Resignation Required Under Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark’s Employment Agreement And Appointing Wazir Ishmael As Interim City Manager. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Hernandez was opposed. 36. City Attorney Executive Session Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011 (8)(a), an Executive Session would be held on December 1, 2014 at 3:00 PM regarding GSK Hollywood Development Group, LLC vs. City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, Interim City Manager, City Attorney and Attorney Daniel Abbott, outside counsel. 37. City Manager Legislative Agenda Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, announced a luncheon that will be held on December 3, 2014 to discuss the Legislative Agenda with the City’s Lobbyists. The meeting will be held after the CRA meeting and prior to the Commission meeting. City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, announced the developer of Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort has topped out the building . He has extended an invitation to all members of the Commission to have a tour of the site individually. Contracts Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, stated the contract information Commissioner Hernandez has requested should be ready for the Commission meeting on December 3, 2014. Future of the City Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, City Manager, stated she is very excited and positive about the future of Hollywood. She stated the development momentum is there, new processes have been re-worked, and the City has a fabulous staff and committed citizenry. . The Commission recessed at 2:34 PM and reconvened at 3:16 PM with all members of the Commission present. Commissioner Blattner introduced South Broward High School students and their teacher in the audience who are attending as part of their civics class. 26. R-2014-351 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Renew The Existing Bus Bench Agreement Between Sunshine State Media, Inc., And The City Of Hollywood, For A Five (5) Year Period Under The Same Terms And Conditions; Retroactively Commencing On June 3, 2014. Jonathan Vogt, Assistant Director of Public Works/City Engineer, provided a presentation on the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) . The Commission recessed at 3:56 PM and reconvened at 5:00 PM with all members of the Commission present. 28. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Roger Skipper, 1201 South Ocean City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes November 17, 2014 2. Tom Cooney, 407 South 57th Avenue 3. Ron Clasky, 2101 South Ocean Drive 4. Maria Macri, 2101 South Ocean Drive, #702 5. Dorothy Macri, 2101 South Ocean Drive, #702 6. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 7. Pete Brewer, 2704 Cleveland Street 8. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 9. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28th Court 10. Brigitte Keane, 300 Oregon Street 11. Maria Jackson, 2305 Fletcher Street 12. Hank Schwartz, 23 Goldman Lake, Jamaiza, Vermont 13. Patricia Antican, 2534 Fillmore Street 14. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street 15. Rita Gambordella, 1304 Arthur Street 16. Lynn Smith, 2416 Lincoln Street 38. The meeting adjourned at 5:40 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 16