Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, October 7, 2015 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Peter Bober, Mayor Kevin Biederman, Vice Mayor - District 5 Patricia Asseff, Commissioner - District 1 Peter Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Richard Blattner, Commissioner - District 4 Linda Sherwood, Commissioner - District 6 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 1:15 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 Patricia Asseff, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Vice Mayor Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Peter Bober CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, seconded by Commissioner Callari, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 7. R-2015-299 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement Between The City Of Hollywood And Timothy Clingerman In The Amount Of $170,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 8. R-2015-300 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute An Agreement Between The Cormac Group And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Lobbying Services In The Annual Amount Of $72,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 9. R-2015-301 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Pursue The Creation Of A Quiet Zone Along The Florida East Coast Railway Corridor In Broward County As The Lead Applicant With The Support Of Other Coastal Broward County Municipalities And The Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 10. R-2015-302 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute And Implement The Attached Workers’ Compensation Settlement Agreement And Release Between The City Of Hollywood And Steven Martin In The Amount Of $439,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 11. R-2015-303 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 Home Depot U.S.A., INC. And The City Of Hollywood For Retail Maintenance, Repair Operating (MRO) Supplies And Related Services City-Wide For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $80,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 12. R-2015-304 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 W.W. Grainger, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, For Maintenance, Repair, Operating (MRO): Facilities Maintenance Supplies City-Wide, For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $110,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 13. R-2015-305 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The General Fund (Fund 01) And The Central Services Fund (Fund 57) Budgets Of The Fiscal Year 2015 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2014-282), As Amended, Approving The City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Transfer Of Certain Funding And Authorizing And Approving The Rollover And Reauthorization Of Certain Funding As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit 1; Authorizing The Department Of Financial Services To Establish Accounts As May Be Needed; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 14. R-2015-306 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The City Of Hollywood Participation In The EMS County Grant Funding Agreement 15-OMETS-8145-03(06), Broward County EMS/Hospital Data Exchange From The City Of Miramar In The Approximate Amount Of $2,500.00 To Provide Collaboration And Exchange Of Information Between The Pre-Hospital Providers And The Hospitals; 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 Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And The City Of Miramar (And All Other Applicable Sub-Grant Documents And Agreements). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 15. R-2015-307 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order Between Kompan, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Replacement Of Playground Equipment At Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center In An Estimated Amount Of $115,474.99. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 16. R-2015-308 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Sponsor Site Agreement With Flipany Inc. As The Food Service Program Provider Through The State Of Florida, Department Of Health For The City Of Hollywood 2015-2016 Aftercare Program ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 17. R-2015-309 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Master Recreation Lease Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And The School Board Of Broward County, Florida, In Accordance With The Terms And Conditions Therein Contained, Upon Lands In Linwood Gardens No.2 Known As “Seminole Site No. 102.1”. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 18. R-2015-310 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The 2016 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 $489,362.00; Authorizing The Required Matching Funds Of $70,251.00 To Be Paid From In-Kind Staff Services; Authorizing The Execution Of The Attached Agreement Between The Children’s Services Council 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 Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 20. R-2015-312 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Consultant’s Authorization To Proceed (ATP) No. 2 Between Derose Design Consultants Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Professional Electrical Engineering Design Services For A Lighting Level Study Based On The Results Of A Completed Turtle Lighting Compliance Audit Of Existing City Street Lights In An Estimated Lump Sum Amount Of $55,930.00 (With The CRA Reimbursing The City In The Amount Of $33,600.00); Authorizing And Approving The Rollover And Reauthorization Of Capital Improvement Plan Funds Previously Approved And Available At The End Of Fiscal Year 2015 To Fiscal Year 2016 For The Turtle Lighting Project In Account Number 34.1414.14457.541.006301. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 22. R-2015-314 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 Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC’S Authorized Dealer, Boulevard Tire Center And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of Heavy Equipment Tires, Heavy Truck Tires, Farm Equipment Tires and Optional Related Services For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $65,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 23. P-2015-052 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - 2015. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - 2015. Jennifer Solinger, Human Resources Administrator, accepted the proclamation and explained the activities planned for the month. 24. P-2015-053 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Domestic Violence Month - October 2015. Commissioner Blattner read the proclamation in recognition of Domestic Violence Month - October 2015. Kaitlin Teknipp, Women In Distress, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 25. P-2015-054 Presentation By Joshua Kittinger, Human Resources Officer, Of Employees Hired August 1, Through September 30, 2015. Joshua Kittinger, Human Resources Officer, introduced the various employees hired August 1, through September 30, 2015. 5. R-2015-298 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Payment Of Fees, Pursuant To The Current Engagement Letter Between The City Of Hollywood And Paul T. Ryder, Jr., P.A. In An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $115,000.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 30. PO-2015-16 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Creating Chapter 131 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Vacation Rental License Program” To Include But Not Be Limited To Providing For Purpose And Intent; Providing For A Vacation Rental License; Providing For A Vacation Rental Representative; Providing For Safety And Operational Requirements; Providing For Parking Standards; Providing For Solid Waste Handling And Containment; Providing For The Posting Of Vacation Rental Information; Providing For Penalties And Enforcement; Providing For Severability; Providing For Conflicts; Providing For An Effective Date. Lorie Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, provided a detailed presentation on the intent of the ordinance. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. James Lamey, 1042 Hollywood Boulevard 2. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street 3. Ed Verret, 1329 Tyler Street 4. Viviane Mendes, 4301 Alexander Circle, Atlanta, GA 5. Graziela Machado, 2028 Harrison Street 6. Severine Parry, 2028 Harrison Street Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 1:59 PM and returned at 2:02 PM. 7. Helio Victor Mendes, 2028 Harrison Street 8. Andre Nieves, 2130 Van Buren Street 9. Curtis Wolfe, 2028 Harrison Street 10. Peggy Ducheney, Lee Street 11. Martin Lewis, 1001 N. Southlake Drive Vice Mayor Biederman left the meeting at 2:12 PM and returned at 2:13 PM. 12. Leah Santos, 27 NE 94 Street, Miami Shores 13. Frieda Dragif, Hollywood Beach Business Association Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:16 PM and returned at 2:18 PM. 14. Jorge Palacios, Key Brokers 15. Fabian Conde, 909 N 13 Court City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Chris O'Brien, Assistant Police Chief, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provided additional information. Jaye Epstein, Director of Planning, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Albert Margerum, Code Enforcement Manager, responded to questions asked by the Commission. 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 Ordinance with an amendment to remove inspections and make the ordinance effective for all areas zoned single family and multi-family (from RS to all RM districts). Enactment No: O-2015-24 ACTION: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman to extend the ordinance to all non-homesteaded properties in the City. The motion died due to lack of a second. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provided additional information clairfying RS and RM. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: On roll call the motion which was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Callari to adopt the ordinance with an amendment to remove inspections and make the ordinance city wide for all areas zoned single family and multi-family (RS to all RM districts) failed: City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Aye: Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Vice Mayor Biederman Nay: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Biederman, to adopt the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote failed: Aye: Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Nay: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Ordinance with an amendment to remove building code inspections, but keep fire safety inspections. The motion on roll call vote failed: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Sherwood Nay: Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Mayor Bober ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Biederman, to continue the Ordinance to the November 21, 2015 Regular Commission Meeting. The motion on voice vote failed 1-6. Commissioner Asseff, Commissioner Callari, Commissioner Blattner, Vice Mayor Biederman, Commissioner Sherwood and Mayor Bober were opposed. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Ordinance with an amendment to remove the requirement for inspections. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to amend the motion to include single family homes in RM zoning categories. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: On roll call vote the motion to adopt the Ordinance on first reading as amended carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Nay: Commissioner Blattner 26. PO-2015-23 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 37.01 Of The Code Of Ordinances To Combine Three Departments Into One New Department To Be Known As The Department Of Development Services. Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 4:04 PM. The Mayor stated the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened, being there was no one present who wished to be heard, the public hearing was declared closed. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Biederman, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Mayor Bober Absent: Commissioner Callari Commissioner Sherwood Enactment No: O-2015-21 27. PO-2015-22 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Subchapter Of Chapter 33 Of The Code Of Ordinances Titled “Police Officer’s Retirement System”; Incorporating Various Changes To The Retirement System Contained In The Collective Bargaining Agreement Between The Broward County PBA And The City Of Hollywood, Including Changes Relating To Membership, Eligibility, Normal Retirement Date, Normal Retirement Benefit, The Creation Of A Reformed Planned Retirement Benefit, Interest On Refunds Of Employee Contributions, And Employee Contributions. The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with State Statutes and City Codes. Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 4:06 PM. The public hearing was opened, being there was no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Mayor Bober Absent: Commissioner Sherwood Enactment No: O-2015-22 Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 4:08 PM. Commissioner Callari registered an "aye" vote on item 26. 28. PO-2015-21 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving An Amendment To The Current Ocean Palms Condominium Planned Development Master Plan (Originally Approved by Ordinance O-2002-37). (13-DJPV-44) Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the quasi-judicial procedures for items 28 and 29. Commissioner Sherwood returned to the meeting at 4:09 PM. Mayor Bober questioned if there was any objection to waiving the quasi-judicial procedures for items 28 and 29. There was no objection and the quasi-judicial procedures were waived. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with State Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened, being there was no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. Commissioner Hernandez returned to the meeting at 4:11 PM. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2015-23 29. R-2015-315 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering The Request For A Variance, Design, And Site Plan Approval For The Construction Of An Approximate 36,000 Sq. Ft. Commercial Building To Include Office, Retail And Restaurant Uses Known As “Ocean Palms-Phase II,” Located At 3100 South Ocean Drive; And Providing An Effective Date. (13-DJPV-44) Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) Commissioner Sherwood registered "aye" votes on items 26 and 27. 6. R-2015-281 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. For Legal Services In An Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Christopher Cassidy, President of AFSCME 2432, responded to questions asked of him by the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 4:27 PM and returned at 4:30 PM. Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 4:29 PM. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to deny the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion failed 0-6. Commissioner Hernandez, Commissioner Callari, Commissioner Blattner, Vice Mayor Biederman, Commissioner Sherwood and Mayor Bober were opposed. Commissioner Asseff was absent. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. Commissioner Asseff returned to the meeting at 4:31 PM. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to amend the resolution to include language to the effect that henceforth the City Commission wishes to provide the Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement Fund with the opportunity to select those professionals, consultants and assistants currently selected by the City pursuant to paragraphs 33.025(S)(6) and 33.025(S)(7) of the Code of Ordinances and hereby expresses its desire for staff to bring forward an ordinance that would effectuate that desire. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) ACTION: On voice vote, the motion to adopt the Resolution as amended passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2015-311 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 Lhoist North America Of Alabama LLC And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of Rice Size Quicklime For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $505,580.00. City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Steve Joseph, Director of Public Utilities, responded to questions raised by 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) 21. R-2015-313 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amendment To The Professional Services Agreement Between Langan Engineering And Environmental Services, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Additional Services For The Park Road Redevelopment Project Pursuant To Section 2.02 Of The Agreement In An Estimated Amount Not To Exceed $56,900.00 (For A Total Aggregate Agreement Cost In An Amount Not To Exceed $296,900.00), And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue Consultant’s Authorization To Proceed (ATP) No. 2 In An Estimated Amount Not To Exceed $56,900.00; To Include Additional Testing On The Two (2) South Parcels Of The Site That Front Pembroke Road; And Approving And Authorizing The Rollover, Reauthorization And Reappropriation Of Capital Improvement Plan Funds Previously Approved And Available At The End Of Fiscal Year 2015 To Fiscal Year 2016 For The Park Road Redevelopment Site Project In Account Numbers 45.5100.15027.534.003130 And 34.1400.15515.541.006303 As Detailed Further In Exhibit 1; And Providing An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Mayor Bober passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Biederman and left the meeting at 4:38 PM. Mayor Bober returned to the meeting at 4:40 PM. Vice Mayor Biederman left the meeting at 4:42 PM and returned at 4:46 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Sylvia Glazer, Director of Public Works, responded to questions asked of her by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Hernandez was opposed. 31. PO-2015-24 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 98 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Marine And Waterway Regulations; Boats And Other Vessels”; Updating Language In Section 98.025 And Further Granting Dockmaster Authority To The Director Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts Or His/Her Designee. The City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2015-25 32. PO-2015-25 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 99 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Municipal Beach”; Revising Section 99.05 Section (B) (1)(A) To Reflect Revised Operating Hours. The City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2015-26 33. PO-2015-26 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 102 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled "Special Events"; Updating Language In Sections 102.02, 102.03, 102.04, 102.07; Creating A Permit For Beach Weddings In Section 102.04; Removing The Thirty Day Advance Submission Requirement For State, County, And City City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Permits In Section 102.06; Providing For The City Manager And/Or His/Her Designee's Waiver Of Financial Accountability Requirements In Section 102.13; And Providing For An Effective Date. The City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance with a correction to reference the appropriate city department. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2015-27 34. PO-2015-27 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 103 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Parks And Recreation”; Authorizing The City Manager And/Or His Designee To Produce Policies And Procedures For The Department Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts; Updating Language In Sections 103.01, 103.02, 103.35; Creating Section 103.13 Authorizing The City Manager Or His/Her Designee To Waive Application Fees And Costs; Repealing Sections 103.15, 103.16, And 103.32; And Providing For An Effective Date. The City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2015-28 38. R-2015-319 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The City of Hollywood, Florida Community Redevelopment Agency, Acting With Regard To Its Beach Redevelopment Area, To Issue Its Redevelopment Revenue And Revenue Refunding Bonds (Beach CRA), Series 2015, In An City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Aggregate Principal Amount Not To Exceed $55,000,000.00 For The Purposes Of (1) Financing All Or A Portion Of The Costs Of Certain Public Improvements In The City’s Beach Redevelopment Area, (2) Refunding, On A Current Basis, All Of The Agency’s Outstanding Redevelopment Revenue Bonds (Beach CRA), Series 2004, (3) Refunding, On An Advance Basis, All Of The Agency’s Outstanding Redevelopment Revenue Bonds (Beach CRA), Series 2007, (4) Making A Deposit To The Series 2015 Debt Service Reserve Subaccount Or, In Lieu Thereof, Paying The Costs Of A Reserve Account Insurance Policy, (5) Paying Certain Costs Associated With The Issuance Of The Series 2015 Bonds, And (6) Paying The Costs Of The Credit Facility Respecting The Series 2015 Bonds; Approving An Interlocal Agreement Between The City and the City of Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency With Respect To Such Bonds; Authorizing Execution Of A Continuing Disclosure Certificate; Providing For Severability And Providing An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Hernandez was opposed. 35. R-2015-316 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Designating The City’s Annual Voting And Alternate Voting Delegates For The National League Of Cities 2015 Annual Conference, To Be Held On November 4 - 7, 2015 In Nashville, Tennessee. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution appointing Commissioner Asseff as the voting delegate and Commissioner Hernandez as the alternate voting delegate. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 36. R-2015-317 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 Carmeuse Lime And Stone, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase And Supply of High Calcium Granular Quicklime For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $1,150,000.00. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 37. R-2015-318 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving Increased Estimated Annual Expenditures For Third Party Administration Services For Medical And Dental Plans With Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Florida/Florida Combined Life For The Remainder Of The Current Contract Term, With An Estimated Annual Amount For The Final Year Of The Contract (Ending December 2016) Not To Exceed 110% Of $1,118,783.20. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 39. Commissioner Asseff, District 1 Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort Commissioner Asseff stated she is very excited about Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort and the landmark its presence will create for the City. Beach Parking Commissioner Asseff stated she agrees with the suggestion of Commissioner Callari for members of the Commission to consider implementing a reduced beach parking fee for City residents. She suggested the topic be discussed at the Parking Workshop. Veterans Fishing Therapy Program Commissioner Asseff announced a free fishing therapy program for veterans suffering from issues such as PTSD as a result of their military service. She requested that Mayor Bober review the program and consider including it in the Veterans Day event program. 40. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Condolences Commissioner Hernandez announced the passing of Pete Brewer, city resident and activist, and sends his condolences to the family. Pembroke Road Wall Commissioner Hernandez announced the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Pembroke Road wall will be held on October 29, 2015 at 9:30 AM. Van Buren Street Commissioner Hernandez stated Mel Standley, Assistant City Manager for Public Safety, has been working with the Chief of Police and the Police Department staff regarding the traffic on Van Buren Street between 26th and 28th Avenues. He announced a meeting City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 that will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, October 12, 2015 at City Hall to address this issue. Ben Gamla Charter School Commissioner Hernandez requested that the City Manager respond to his request on the status of planting trees along the back of the Ben Gamla Charter School to diffuse the lighting into the yards of the residents and to give them more privacy. The yards of these homes can be viewed from the balcony of the Ben Gamla Charter School. He stated residents of Van Buren Street area have commented that members of the Commission do not care about this issue. Liberia Commissioner Hernandez stated residents are upset regarding garbage in the alleys of their community. The residents have requested additional Code Enforcement Officers be assigned to the area. Beach Parking Commissioner Hernandez requested that members of the Commission consider alternatives for transportation to Hollywood Beach due to the limited parking availability in City garages. He recommended the City fund expansion of the trolley system and utilizing the empty lot on Van Buren Street on weekends for beach-goers to park and be picked up. Commissioner Hernandez stated the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort employees are parking in City garages which results in very limited space for other vehicles particularly during weekends. He stated there are areas which could be used for a shuttle service such as the one Memorial Regional Hospital has for its employees. 41. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Beach Parking Commissioner Callari thanked members of the Commission for their support in addressing the beach parking issue. She recommended that a plan be created to reduce the beach parking rates for City residents. Hollywood Hills School Commissioner Callari announced a meeting to be held tonight at David Park at 6:00 PM to discuss a pre-K through grade 8 school initiative for Hollywood Hills. She stated members of the Broward County School Board will be in attendance to address questions. City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Homeowners Accountability Commissioner Callari stated that the best outcome of discussions today was that residents throughout the City should focus on taking pride in their properties and to have respect for their neighbors. Youth Leadership Commissioner Callari announced she is working on creating a youth leadership program. She thanked the Chief of Police and staff who have assisted with this initiative to get youth involved. The program will be presented to members of the Commission in the near future. Condolences Commissioner Callari extended her deepest sympathy to the family of Pete Brewer. Florida Power & Light (FP&L) Damage Commissioner Callari stated Florida Power & Light (FP&L) has done extensive repairs to the electric poles in the Hollywood Hills area. The newly placed sidewalk extensions have been torn up and the swales have been damaged particularly on 46th Avenue as a result of the FP&L work. She stated residents are not responsible for the cost to repair the sidewalks and swales. 42. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Commissioner Blattner had no further comments. 43. Vice Mayor Biederman, District 5 West Hollywood Concert Series Vice Mayor Biederman thanked the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts staff for enhancing the West Hollywood concert series and celebrating Hispanic Heritage month September 15, 2015 to October 15, 2015. He announced the concert program takes place at the Boulevard Heights Amphitheater. The next concert is on October 10, 2015 which will include food from establishments in District 5 and District 6. Beach Parking Vice Mayor Biederman questioned whether there is support to create an ordinance establishing a maximum parking rate for government owned properties. Commissioner Hernandez supported the request. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained that the City is contractually bound to the rate stipulated in the Agreement with Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. He explained the parking revenue is City of Hollywood Page 19 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 pledged to repay the bonds. Tourist Development Advisory Board Vice Mayor Biederman questioned whether there is support to create a new Tourism Development Committee due to the lack of activity by the Hollywood Tourism Marketing Advisory Committee (HoTMAC). Commissioner Asseff supported the request. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated an agenda item will be prepared to develop a Tourism Development Advisory Board. Downtown Hollywood Development Vice Mayor Biederman suggested that the City meet with RAM Development to explore the possibility of contracting with them to build office space in downtown Hollywood. RAM Development is the contractor for Sheridan Station and their expertise includes office building construction. Rental Properties Vice Mayor Biederman suggested that there be enhancements to the rental properties citywide such as landscaping to improve their aesthetics or have inspections by Code Enforcement Officers. 44. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Walmart Opening Commissioner Sherwood stated the estimated opening of the new Walmart on Hollywood Boulevard and State Road 7 will be in April 2016. Trash Pick-Up Commissioner Sherwood stated there have been problems with bulk pickup and comingled trash in District 6. Residents are not following the pickup schedule for these items. She suggested implementing a call-in service to replace the weekly pickup schedule. Park Road Development Commissioner Sherwood stated that members of the Commission should be cognizant of any type of opportunities that would bring additional businesses or offices into the City. She suggested that the Police Station be relocated to Orangebrook Country Club in order for Park Road land to be available for development as it is prime real estate. 45. Mayor Bober City of Hollywood Page 20 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 Condolences Mayor Bober expressed his sympathy to the family of Pete Brewer and wished them well. Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort Mayor Bober announced that he visited the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort recently and the outcome of the project has exceeded his expectations. He explained that he and Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark, former City Manager, worked very hard on the project to bring it to reality. She was a major driving force behind the project which is why the achievement should be shared with her. 46. City Attorney Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, had no further comments. 47. City Manager Adams Street Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the City and CRA received an unsolicited proposal from Pinnacle Housing regarding the Adams Street property on 24th Avenue and Dixie Highway. Staff posted the RFP publically which resulted in the submission of two additional competitive proposals from 3 Conserve Cooperate Construct Innovate (3Ci) and Gardner Capital. The proposals will be posted online. An evaluation team has been formed and they will meet on October 13, 2015 to review the proposals which will result in a presentation of their recommendations to members of the Commission in the near future. Italian Culture and Heritage Festival Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the inaugural South Florida Italian Culture and Heritage Festival at ArtsPark in Young Circle on October 11, 2015 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Festival is free and will have entertainment, food, exhibitors and fun for the entire family. Cardboard Boat Race Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the seventh annual Cardboard Boat Race on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 1:00 PM at the Hollywood Marina, 700 Polk Street. Leadership Hollywood Class 40 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, thanked the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the Leadership Hollywood Class 40 which City of Hollywood Page 21 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2015 will commence in the near future. He stated there are a number of City staff who will be involved. The program promotes great civic engagement, the opportunity to learn about the City and provides networking opportunities. Commission Workshops Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced upcoming workshops on October 14, 2015. The Legislative Priorities Workshop will be held from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM followed by a Golf Workshop from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. 48. The meeting adjourned at 5:36 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 22