Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, February 3, 2016 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Peter Bober, Mayor Peter Hernandez, Vice Mayor - District 2 Patricia Asseff, Commissioner - District 1 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Richard Blattner, Commissioner - District 4 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 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 February 3, 2016 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at 1:01 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 Peter Hernandez, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Peter Bober Absent: Commissioner Patricia Asseff 9. R-2016-020 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2016 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2015-294), As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit 1, Revising Operating Revenues, Authorizing Budgetary Transfers And Adjustments, Reauthorizing And Re-Appropriating Certain Funding; Authorizing The Department Of Financial Services To Establish Accounts As May Be Needed; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the Resolution from Consideration. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 5. R-2016-016 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Changing The Regular Commission Meetings Scheduled In July 2016, Scheduling A Regular Commission Meeting On August 31, 2016, Changing The Regular Commission Meetings Scheduled in November 2016 and December 2016; And Cancelling The January 4, 2017 Commission Meeting. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 7. R-2016-018 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Process An Additional Payment of $17,046.00 For The Premium On The City’s Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance Policy For A Total Premium Of $196,935.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 8. R-2016-019 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 Regions Security Services, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Uniformed, Armed And Unarmed Security Guard Services - Citywide For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $371,494.78. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 10. R-2016-006 A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Resolution No. R-2015-126 Relating To The 2014 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 In Order To Revise The Intended Use Of Said Funds; Amending The Fiscal Year 2016 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2015-294) For The Special Projects Fund 11, Revising Operating Revenues And Providing Appropriations For Expenditures As Detailed In Exhibit 1; Authorizing The Department Of Financial Services To Establish Account(s) As May Be Needed If Awarded; And Further Authorize The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Documents And Agreements For The Use Of Said Funds. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 11. R-2016-021 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Acceptance Of The Attached Two (2) Quit Claim Deeds In Favor Of The City From The Florida Department Of Transportation (FDOT), Attached Hereto As Exhibit “A”, To Accommodate The Construction Of Two New Lift Stations To Expand Sewer Service Along The US441 Corridor (City Project No. 09-7042B). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 12. R-2016-022 A Resolution Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between Sun Up Enterprises And The City Of Hollywood, For The Traffic Circle At North 13th Avenue And Tyler Street Project Bid Number Pw-15-034, In The Amount Of $135,919.80; and to Amend the Approved Fiscal Year 2016 Capital Improvement Project, as set forth in Exhibit A. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 6. R-2016-017 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement Between Gino Italian American Deli & Meat Market, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Limited Food Services At City Hall. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 13. P-2016-03 Presentation By The Hollywood Education Advisory Committee, Recognizing Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Superintendent Robert W. Runcie For Being Selected As Florida’s 2016 Superintendent Of The Year By The Florida Association Of District School Superintendents (FADSS). Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, introduced Gilbert Almador, Education Advisory Committee Member. Gilbert Almador, Education Advisory Committee Member, read the City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 commendation in recognition of Robert W. Runcie, Broward County School Superintendent, being named Florida's 2016 Superintendent of the Year. Robert Runcie, Superintendent, accepted the award and thanked the Commission for the recognition. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 14. P-2016-04 Presentation By Joshua Kittinger, Human Resources Officer, Of Employees Hired December 1, 2015 Through January 31, 2016. Tami Thornton, Human Resource Administrator, introduced various employees hired December 1, 2015 through January 31, 2016. 15. P-2016-05 Presentation By Anne Hotte, Executive Director Of The Greater Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce, On The Chamber’s Initiatives. Anne Hotte, Executive Director of the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, gave a presentation on the Chamber's initiatives. Discussion ensued among Anne Hotte and members of the Commission. 16. R-2016-023 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Issuance Of Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds In One Or More Series For The Purpose Of Financing (A) The Costs Of Acquiring, Constructing And Installing Capital Projects For The Benefit Of The City Of Hollywood, And (B) Refunding Prior Obligations Issued By Or On Behalf Of The City, And Paying All Other Costs Necessary Or Incidental Thereto; Providing For The Terms And Payment Of Such Bonds; Providing For The Rights, Security And Remedies Of The Holders Thereof; Making Certain Covenants And Agreements In Connection Therewith; Authorizing The Proper Officials Of The City Of Hollywood To Do All Other Things Deemed Necessary Or Advisable In Connection With The Issuance Of Such Bonds; Providing For Certain Other Matters In Connection Therewith; And Providing An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 17. R-2016-024 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Issuance Of Not To Exceed $50,000,000.00 City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 Aggregate Principal Amount Of Capital Improvement Revenue And Refunding Bonds, Series 2016A; Awarding The Negotiated Sale Of Such Bonds And Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Bond Purchase Agreement With Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated And The Other Underwriters Named Therein For Such Bonds; Fixing Or Providing For The Determination Of The Date, Denominations, Maturities, Interest Rates, Redemption Provisions, And Other Details With Respect To Such Bonds Within The Parameters Set Forth Herein; Authorizing The Refunding Of Certain Prior Obligations Of The City; Authorizing The Use And Approving The Form Of A Preliminary Official Statement And A Final Official Statement In Connection With The Distribution Of Such Bonds And Other Action In Connection With The Issuance And Delivery Of Such Bonds; Appointing An Escrow Agent And Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of An Escrow Deposit Agreement; Designating A Paying Agent And Registrar For Such Bonds And A Verification Agent; Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Continuing Disclosure Certificate; Adopting A Book-Entry System Of Registration For The Bonds; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 18. R-2016-025 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For And Accept The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) And The Department Of Homeland Security (DHS) FY2015 Staffing For Adequate Fire And Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Funds In The Approximate Amount Of $1,611,377.46 For The Staffing Of Six (6) Firefighters For A Two (2) Year Period; Amending The Fiscal Year 2016 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2015-294) For The Special Program Fund 11, Revising Operating Revenues, Authorizing Budgetary Adjustments, Expenditures, And Transfers As Detailed In Exhibit 1; Authorizing the Department Of Financial Services To Establish Accounts As May Be Needed; And Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements. Mitchell J. Li, Hollywood Professional Firefighters, Local 1375, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 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. Commissioner Asseff was absent. 19. Commissioner Asseff, District 1 Commissioner Asseff was absent. 20. Vice Mayor Hernandez, District 2 Flooding Issues Vice Mayor Hernandez stated he has received numerous complaints regarding the issue of flooding in various areas of the City and requested that the Department of Public Utilities address them. Vice Mayor Hernandez announced that Mr. Bertram passed away and extended his condolences to the family. He explained that the Bertram family property continues to have a problem with flooding and he requested that the Department of Public Utilities takes a closer look to evaluate the problem. Vice Mayor Hernandez stated that a private drain was installed by a resident in the alley between Van Buren Street and Hollywood Boulevard that fills with water. He suggested that the Department of Public Utilities complete their evaluation to determine whether a structure is required and to install it while work is being done on the street. Beach Safety Vice Mayor Hernandez stated the Fire Department received two of the five ATVs requested for the beach. He suggested the City agree to allow private parties to purchase the ATV’s, donate them to the city and advertise their business on them. Billy’s Stone Crab Restaurant Parking Vice Mayor Hernandez expressed concern regarding the public property that is being utilized strictly as a parking lot for patrons of Billy’s Stone Crab Restaurant. He stated his concern is that the City is not being compensated for use of the property. 21. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Thank You Commissioner Callari thanked the City Police Officers and BSO City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 Officers for their work in addressing the illegal activities that take place on State Road 7/441 and Hollywood Boulevard. Commission in the Community Commissioner Callari announced the next Commission in the Community meeting will be held on February 10, 2016 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at David Park. Refreshments and pizza will be provided. First Annual Dog Talent Show Commissioner Callari announced the Hollywood Council of Civic Associations is sponsoring the first annual Dog Talent Show at Stan Goldman Hollywoof Dog Park, 800 Knights Road, on February 13, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. She invited everyone to attend and show their support. Code Issues Commissioner Callari stated she has an on-going concern regarding the continuous problem of code violations and potholes. She thanked Sylvia Glazer, Director of Public Works, for her hard work in resolving the issues. Parking Issues Commissioner Callari thanked Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, for working with the business owners regarding a resolution to the parking issues between 44th Avenue and 46th Avenue behind Hollywood Blvd. Rotary Park Commissioner Callari thanked Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, for addressing the issues at Rotary Park . She stated Rotary Park has had the highest number of attendees this year. 22. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Ernie Candano Retirement Commissioner Blattner congratulated Ernie Candano, Police Detective, on his retirement from the City and wished him well. He recognized his outstanding skills and valuable commitment to the City. Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau Commissioner Blattner stated the City provides 15.2 percent of the bed tax revenue to Broward County. He requested that Mayor Bober write a letter indicating that the City desires to participate in the selection process to replace Nicki Grossman, President of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau, who is retiring. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 Mayor Bober states he does not oppose writing such a letter and will inform Commission members of future meetings on this issue. Commissioner Blattner thanked the Mayor and stated the process should be open and transparent. Orangebrook Golf and Country Club Commissioner Blattner gave a historical overview of the redevelopment of Orangebrook Golf and Country Club and a status update since the last workshop held on October 14, 2015. At the workshop staff recommend that development of Orangebrook Golf and Country Club should be a public-private use partnership or P3 partnership which would require a referendum to change the land use. Commissioner Blattner stated that it seemed Commission members agreed with this recommendation although there has been no action taken. He requested a status update from staff. He explained the reason for his sense of urgency is there are referendum issues to address. Water Bill Commissioner Blattner stated there is an issue involving an $8,000.00 water bill he will discuss with staff at a later time. 23. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Orangebrook Golf and Country Club Commissioner Biederman stated he is not in favor of any redevelopment at Orangebrook Golf and Country Club and will not support a referendum. He suggested an option of using bond money to fund the improvements needed. The increase in the number of golfers playing the course and an increase in green fees would yield the revenue to pay back the bonds. Bed Tax Revenue Commissioner Biederman questioned the City Attorney on the status of the request by Commission members on obtaining the current amount the City businesses pay into the bed tax revenue fund . Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated staff has not addressed this issue as yet due to other priorities in the office. Civic Associations Commissioner Biederman encouraged residents to attend their civic association meetings. Commission in the Community City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 Commissioner Biederman thanked Commissioner Callari for hosting the next Commission in the Community meeting to be held on February 10, 2016. Collective Bargaining Agreement Commissioner Biederman thanked staff for successfully negotiating the collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME. Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau Commissioner Biederman thanked Mayor Bober for agreeing to write a letter to the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau requesting that City Commission members be involved with the discussions to replace Nicki Grossman upon her retirement. 24. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Orangebrook Golf and Country Club Commissioner Sherwood stated she has been contacted by many residents regarding Orangebrook Golf and Country Club. She will not consider voting on the issue until Commission members are given financial, environmental and resident impact studies to evaluate. She stated Commission members have varying opinions on what their vision is for Orangebrook Golf and Country Club. She suggested a Town Hall meeting be scheduled to discuss this issue. Community Enhancement Collaboration Commissioner Sherwood congratulated Nadine McCrea, Community Enhancement Collaboration, for the proclamation she received from the Broward County Commission yesterday for the work her non-profit does in the community. Electric Car Charging Stations Commissioner Sherwood stated she received an email that contained excellent statistics regarding a request for an ordinance to have electric charging stations at all new public and private buildings in the City. Porous Cement Commissioner Sherwood announced porous cement was applied to the south side of the City Hall parking lot as a trial to determine its effectiveness to reduce flooding. She explained that it will be used in areas of the City affected by flooding providing the trial is successful. Pledge of Allegiance Commissioner Sherwood stated the State of Florida Legislature is attempting to permit students to opt out of reciting the Pledge of City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 Allegiance in schools. She stated how adamant she is that passing this Bill would be extremely insulting to all veterans, active military personnel and the United States of America. She encouraged citizens to write letters to their State Senators and Representatives requesting they vote against this Bill. 25. Mayor Bober Orangebrook Golf and Country Club Mayor Bober stated he does not support any commercial development on the Orangebrook Golf and Country Club property and suspects residents will not support it. He suggested that the issue for any type of changes to Orangebrook Golf and Country Club be dropped due to the fact that there is no chance of success. Mayor Bober stated he is open to exploring using some land solely for recreational purposes as there is a lack of field space due to the increased number of younger families moving to the City. Commissioner Callari suggested redirecting the focus by addressing what all of the City parks have, in comparison to what is needed to improve them. Vice Mayor Hernandez suggested that the City look into field space at the schools on weekends when they are not in use. Mayor Bober stated the City should have amazing recreational facilities. He explained that Rotary Park is not an impressive park compared to what other cities have in their parks. 26. City Attorney Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, had no further comments. 27. City Manager Diplomat Resort Hotel Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated there is a development proposal before the City of Hallandale Beach for the Diplomat Resort Hotel. Staff has reached out to Hallandale Beach and the developer for information with the objective of ensuring that the needs of the City are met. Collective Bargaining Agreements Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, thanked Commissioner Biederman City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 3, 2016 for announcing the City has reached an agreement with all three bargaining units of AFSCME. He thanked staff who worked on the negotiations. Yellow Dot Program Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the City is partnering with Broward County to participate in the Yellow Dot Program. The program is amazing and free for motorists who want to let first responders know the medical histories for themselves and their passengers in the event they are found unconscious or in other dire circumstances. Orangebrook Golf and Country Club Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated since there is no consensus by Commission members regarding development of Orangebrook Golf and Country Club, he will follow up with a memo to the Commission on the next steps being taken and proposed steps to move forward, or not move forward on this issue. 28. The meeting adjourned at 2:10 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 11