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 17, 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 17, 2016 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 1:05 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, Vice Mayor Peter Hernandez, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner 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-2016-028 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Renew and Increase The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between C.A.P. Government, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Building Inspections And Plan Review Services From $100,000.00 To An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $200,000.00. 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-2016-029 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Blanket Purchase Orders Renewing The Agreements Between Mullings Engineering Services, LLC, Sunset Sod, Inc. And City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Tropic Landscaping And Lawn Maintenance, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, For A One Year Period Based Upon The Southeast Florida Governmental Purchasing Cooperative Award To Supply Sod And Sod Installation Services For An Estimated Annual Amount Of $105,000.00. 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). 9. R-2016-030 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Memorandum Of Understanding Between The City And The International Association Of Fire Fighters, Local #1375 (“IAFF”) Amending The Terms Of The Collective Bargaining Agreement Between The City And The IAFF To Implement New Scheduling Software And Overtime Scheduling Procedures. 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-2016-031 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Purchase Order Between Immixtechnology, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of Forescout Counteract CT4000A Appliance And Related Equipment To Monitor Network Activity In An Amount Not To Exceed $103,504.04. 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-2016-032 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Rooftop Access Agreement Between The City And Renaissance On The Ocean Condominium Association, Inc. For The Purpose Of Installing, Operating And Maintaining The City’s Communication Equipment For Its CCTV Project. 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-2016-033 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Rooftop Access Agreement Between The City And North Beach Condominium Association, Inc. For The Purpose Of City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Installing, Operating And Maintaining The City’s Communication Equipment For Its CCTV Project. 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-2016-034 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached First Amendment To The Agreement Between The City of Hollywood, Florida (“City”) and Safeware, Inc. For A CCTV And Automated License Plate Reader Camera System. 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-2016-035 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Submit A Victims Of Crime Act (“VOCA”) Grant Proposal To The Office Of The Attorney General, State Of Florida, For The Continued Funding For A Police Department Victim Advocate In An Amount Not To Exceed $64,291.00; Authorizing The Cash Match Requirement In An Amount Not To Exceed $16,073.00; Authorizing The Establishment Of Certain Accounts To Recognize And Appropriate The Grant Funding, If Awarded; And Further Authorizing The Acceptance And Execution Of Said Grant Upon Its Award. 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-2016-036 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Execution By The Appropriate City Officials Of The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Increasing The Estimated Annual Expenditure For Welding Repair And Fabrication Services Between The City Of Hollywood And Toscano Engineering From $104,125.00 To An Estimated Annual Amount Of $129,125.00 For The Remainder Of The Initial Contract Term (June 17, 2016). 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). 17. R-2016-038 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Renew And Increase The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between Nalco Company And The City Of Hollywood For The Supply And Delivery Of City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Antiscalant From $53,466.70 To An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $109,000.00. 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). 18. R-2016-039 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Orders Between Tenusa, Inc., Abraham Vanegas Landscaping, Inc., And Orchidman Landscape Artisans, Corp. And The City Of Hollywood For City-Wide Landscape Design And Field Services For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $250,000.00. 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). 19. R-2016-040 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 Thermo Air, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Central Air Conditioning Systems Maintenance And Repair Services, For The Police Department Building, The Fire Station #74 Building And The City Hall Building In An Estimated Annual Amount Of $140,586.00. 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). 20. R-2016-041 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Purchase Order Between N.D.R. Maintenance Service Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Removal And Replacement Of The Existing Column Bar Fence And Gates Located At The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center For An Estimated Expenditure Of $74,928.00. 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). 21. P-2016-06 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Black History Month, February 2016. Vice Mayor Hernandez read the proclamation in recognition of Black History Month, February 2016. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Anthony Grisby, Staff Liaison to the African American Advisory Board, introduced various members of the African American Advisory Board. Dr. Mary Mites, African American Advisory Committee Chair; Basil T. Phillips, Executive Director Global Village Impact, Inc.; and Emill Kadhum, Teacher at McNicol Middle School, thanked the Commission for the recognition and explained the activities planned for the month. 22. P-2016-07 Presentation Of An Award By Eric Busenbarrick, Fire Chief, Fire Rescue And Beach Safety To Victor Monette As 2015 Firefighter Of The Year. Eric Busenbarrick, Fire Chief, read the commendation which resulted in Victor Monette being awarded as 2015 Firefighter of the Year. Victor Monette, Firefighter, accepted the award and thanked the Fire Chief and the Commission for the recognition. 23. P-2016-08 Presentation By Eric Busenbarrick, Fire Chief, On The Award Of Merit To Lieutenant Mark Tasson, Firefighter Robert Rayon, And Firefighter Jeffrey Bishop. Eric Busenbarrick, Fire Chief, read the commendation which resulted in Lieutenant Mark Tasson, Firefighter Robert Rayon, and Firefighter Jeffrey Bishop being recognized with an award of merit. Lieutenant Mark Tasson, Firefighter Robert Rayon and Firefighter Jeffrey Bishop thanked the Fire Chief and the City Commission for the award of merit. Commissioner Callari thanked the fire department members for their service. 5. R-2016-026 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Renewal Policies For, Three Flood Insurance Policies Expiring In February And March 2016, Terrorism Insurance, A Surety Bond For The Finance Director, A Fuel Tax Bond, A Surety Bond For Certain Trustees Of The General Employees Retirement Fund, Marina Hull Coverage, Marina Operators Legal Liability, And Medical Professional Liability For A Not To Exceed Amount Of $125,000.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Raquel Elejabarrieta, Director of Labor Relations, responded to questions raised by the Commission. This item was temporary passed till later in the meeting in order that City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 staff could provide additional information. 6. R-2016-027 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Renew And Increase The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Building Inspections And Plan Review Services From $100,000.00 To An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $200,000.00; 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 Appropriations, And Providing An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Robert Strauss, AFSCME Local 2432, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2016-026 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Renewal Policies For, Three Flood Insurance Policies Expiring In February And March 2016, Terrorism Insurance, A Surety Bond For The Finance Director, A Fuel Tax Bond, A Surety Bond For Certain Trustees Of The General Employees Retirement Fund, Marina Hull Coverage, Marina Operators Legal Liability, And Medical Professional Liability For A Not To Exceed Amount Of $125,000.00. Discussion continued from eariler in the meeting. Raquel Elejabarrieta, Director of Labor Relations, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2016-037 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 Aclara Technologies LLC City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of Star Fixed Network Automatic Meter Reading System Single Port Meter Transmission Units In An Amount Not Not Exceed $100,000.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Steve Joseph, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. PO-2016-01 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 94 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Fire Prevention” By Creating Section 94.026 To Establish Guidelines For Fire Watch Details; Providing For A Severability Clause, A Repealer Provision, And An Effective Date. The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. 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 Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober 25. R-2016-042 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Establishing The Cost For Recovery Fee For Fire Watch Details In Accordance With Section 93.026(E) Of The Code Of Ordinances. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 26. R-2016-043 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving An Amendment Of Plat Notation On The “Port City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Everglades Industrial Park Section One” Plat, To Revise The Non-Vehicular Access Line Along The South Side Of Eller Drive. (P-16-02). Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the quasi-judicial procedures for items #26 and #27. Mayor Bober questioned if there was any objection to waiving the quasi-judicial procedures, being there was no objection, the quasi-judicial procedures were waived. Jonathan Vogt, Assistant Director of Public Works/City Engineer, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. R-2016-044 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving An Amendment To The Sheridan Stationside Transportation Improvement And Phasing Plan Associated With The Approved Of The “Sheridan Station” Plat, And Attached To The Approved Plat As Exhibit “B” Being In The City Of Hollywood, Broward County, Florida, And Generally Located Between Interstate 95 And The CSX Railway From Sheridan Street To Taft Street. Mayor Bober questioned if there were any objections to waiving the quasi-judicial procedures, being there was no objection, the quasi-judicial procedures were waived. Jonathan Vogt, Assistant Director of Public Works/City Engineer, explained the intent of the resolution. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Karen Caputo, 2631 Garfield Street 2. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 3. Cliff Germano, 1627 N. 28th Court Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 2:26 PM and returned at 2:27 PM. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, and Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, responded to questions raised. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Callari was opposed. 28. PO-2016-02 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The City Charter By Creating A New Article Titled "Internal Auditor" To Create The Position Of Internal Auditor And Specify The Powers And Duties Of The Internal Auditor; Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 8, 2016. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28th Court, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 2:40 PM and returned at 2:41 PM. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, and Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Matthew Lalla, Director of Financial Services, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to continue the Ordinance on first reading until the March 16, 2016 Commission meeting. On a voice vote the motion failed 2-5. Commissioner Asseff, Vice Mayor Hernandez, Commissioner Callari, Commissioner Biederman and Commissioner Sherwood were opposed. Extensive discussion ensued among members of staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 3:15 PM and returned at 3:16 PM. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:21 PM and returned at 3:23 PM. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 3:31 PM and returned at 3:32 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Mayor Bober, to continue the Ordinance on first reading until the March 16, 2016 Commission meeting. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 29. R-2016-045 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering The Continuance/Sunsetting Of Advisory Boards. Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Vice Mayor Hernandez left the meeting at 3:42 PM and returned at 3:43 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution continuing all the board/committees listed. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 30. 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 City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 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: 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) 31. R-2016-046 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Number And Type Of The Authorized Positions And Adjusting The Assignments Of The Authorized Positions For Each Department For The Fiscal Year 2016 As Previously Established (R-2015-296). Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 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) 33. Vice Mayor Hernandez, District 2 Party on the J Vice Mayor Hernandez reminded everyone of Party on the J which will be held on Johnson Street between 56th Avenue and State Road 7/441 this Sunday, February 21, 2016 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Paving and Drains Vice Mayor Hernandez thanked the Department of Public Utilities staff for paving along Washington Street and cleaning up drain structures in areas of Johnson Street. Beach Trolley Vice Mayor Hernandez requested an update from staff on the status of providing a trolley to the beach from Federal Highway or Downtown. Royal Poinciana Homeowner Association Vice Mayor Hernandez announced the Royal Poinciana Homeowners Association has been resurrected and the first meeting is tonight, which he will attend. Police Department and Fire Department Ride-Alongs Vice Mayor Hernandez extended a warm thank you to the Police City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Officers with whom he rode on February 12, 2016. He stated the young Police Officers were very enthusiastic, professional and committed to the City. Vice Mayor Hernandez stated he has been on ride-alongs with the Fire Department in the past and thanked them for their dedication and professionalism. He stated they love their jobs, are very committed to the City and that it is necessary to provide them with the right equipment. Vice Mayor Hernandez challenged Commissioner Biederman and Commissioner Blattner to ride-along with the Police Department and Fire Department as they have done in the past. Cosac Purchase Vice Mayor Hernandez stated the decision of the City to purchase the Cosac property last year has resulted in a significant reduction of service calls from the Police Department and Fire Department which has offset the expense of the transaction. North Beach Parcel - (1005 E. Dania Beach Blvd, Hollywood, FL) Vice Mayor Hernandez recognized Vice Mayor Al Jones, City of Dania Beach, who was in attendance. Vice Mayor Hernandez stated he attended a meeting with a developer in regard to a small parcel along Dania Beach Boulevard. The developers want the City Manager of Dania Beach and the City Manager of Hollywood to meet and discuss the issue of density on this property which is next to West Lake mangroves. Commissioner Asseff requested the topic be brought back as an agenda item for discussion. Commissioner Blattner agreed. Vice Mayor Hernandez stated during the presentation he would like all the information regarding what can be done or not done regarding this parcel. 34. Commissioner Callari, District 3 First Annual Dog Talent Show Commissioner Callari stated the First Annual Dog Talent Show at Stan Goldman Hollywoof Dog Park on February 13, 2016 was a great success. She thanked the volunteers, City staff, members of the Commission and the residents who attended. Commission in the Community Commissioner Callari thanked everyone involved with the Commission City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 in the Community Forum held on February 10, 2016 which was a great success. She thanked Vice Mayor Hernandez for encouraging members of the Commission to host these meetings on a regular basis in their Districts. Rotary Park Commissioner Callari announced the Rotary Park opening ceremonies will be Sunday, February 28, 2016. The ceremony for baseball and softball players will be at 1:00 PM. Inclement Weather Cleanup Commissioner Callari thanked all staff who were involved in cleaning up the streets after the severe storm yesterday. Planning and Development (P&D) Board Commissioner Callari announced she attended the Planning and Development Board meeting on February 10, 2016 which lasted until 11:40 PM. She explained that the Board members who are volunteers commented that some developers meet them half way. She stated her concern is that the City needs to be the best rather than settling on issues. North Beach Parcel - (1005 E. Dania Beach Blvd, Hollywood, FL) Commissioner Callari recognized Al Jones, City Manager of Dania Beach, and thanked him for attending the Commission meeting today. She stated Mr. Jones and Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, have had discussions regarding the parcel on Dania Beach Boulevard. She stated preservation of the West Lake Mangroves is very important to the future of the world. 35. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 North Beach Parcel - (1005 E. Dania Beach Blvd, Hollywood, FL) Commissioner Blattner requested that the North Beach parcel issue be scheduled for the next Commission meeting. Vice Mayor Hernandez stated his preference would be to schedule an agenda item after staff has obtained all the information. Johnson Controls (JCI) Commissioner Blatter requested an update on Johnson Controls (JCI) from the City Attorney during his comments today or at the next Commission meeting. Newspaper Vending Boxes Commissioner Blattner stated the Miami Herald and Sun Sentinel have stopped delivering newspapers to their free standing boxes at City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 City Hall. He explained that the newspaper boxes should be removed since they are not being used. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated he will research the issue. High School Students Commissioner Blattner announced 75 South Broward High School students will be attending the March 16, 2016 Commission meeting and McArthur High School Seniors will be attending the Commission meeting on May 18, 2016. Planning and Development (P&D) Board Commissioner Blattner stated the Planning and Development Board agenda was commented on at the Commission in the Community meeting on February 10, 2016 as being too long. He requested that staff limit the number of items on the Planning and Development Board agenda to be discussed in order for the meeting to end by 10:00 PM. Puppy Mills Commissioner Blattner stated he received emails from the City of Hallandale Beach Commissioner Michele Lazarow regarding an alleged puppy mill in the City. He requested support to have Commissioner Lazarow provide a presentation at a Commission meeting. Vice Mayor Hernandez and Commissioner Sherwood supported the request. CVS Commissioner Blattner stated he attended the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting yesterday regarding a CVS potentially being built in the Venture Center on Park Road and Hollywood Boulevard. He stated he does not agree with having a CVS on this property due to the fact it would be detrimental to the aesthetics of the property. He stated he is aware the developer has rights and questioned what the rights of the City are. He suggested that this topic be a part of the visioning session. 36. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 CVS Commissioner Biederman stated he finds it difficult to believe that the developer for the proposed CVS on Park Road and Hollywood Boulevard in the Venture Center is meeting all the development requirements such as storm drainage, parking and landscaping. Digital Speeding Signs Commissioner Biederman thanked the Department of Public Works City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 for installing the digital speed signs between the beach and Young Circle. He requested that additional speed signs be installed in the western part of the City. Rental Properties Commissioner Biederman stated residents throughout the City are complaining about the landscaping of rental properties not being properly maintained. He requested support for an Ordinance requiring stricter enforcement of rental property landscaping. He requested that the City Manager research the rental program of Fayetville, NC. Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Sherwood supported the request to research the rental program of Fayetville, NC. Pension Board Law Suit Commissioner Biederman requested an update from the City Attorney on the status of the law suit against the Pension Board. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated he will provide an update during his comments. Landscaping Vendor Commissioner Biederman requested support to file a lawsuit against the landscaping vendor that illegally removed hedges on Hollywood Boulevard from McArthur High School to 72nd Avenue. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 4:19 PM. Vice Mayor Hernandez suggested that a Demand Letter be issued prior to filing a lawsuit requiring restoration of the hedges to the previous state. He stated that the Demand Letter should include the City of Pembroke Pines since they directed the landscaper to remove the hedges. Vice Mayor Hernandez, Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Sherwood supported the request to issue a Demand Letter requiring the hedges be restored to the previous state. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to move forward with a lawsuit against the landscape vendor in the event the conditions set forth in the Demand Letter are not met. The motion on voice vote passed 6-0. Commissioner Blattner was absent. . Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Advisory Boards Quorum Commissioner Biederman requested support for an Ordinance to change the definition of quorum for Advisory Boards as unfilled positions are included in the quorum percentage. The Commission members did not support the request. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Commissioner Blattner returned to the meeting at 4:21 PM. North Beach Parcel - (1005 E. Dania Beach Blvd, Hollywood, FL) Commissioner Biederman requested information regarding the number of parking spaces that are allotted for the Dania Beach parcel on the beach portion and what the potential revenue would be if the City negotiates a land swap. Police Department and Fire Department Ride-Alongs Commissioner Biederman accepted the challenge of Vice Mayor Hernandez to participate in a ride-along with the Police Department or Fire Department. He announced he will participate in a bike ride-along with the Police Department command staff on February 25, 2016. 37. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Walmart Shopping Center Commissioner Sherwood announced the new Walmart is close to completion and is scheduled to open this April. She stated the Taco Bell and Pollo Tropical roofs are up and it appears the Burlington Factory store is stocking their inventory. Party on the J Commissioner Sherwood announced Party on the J will be held this Sunday, February 21, 2016 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Johnson Street between N. 56th and State Road 7/441. The admission is free and there will be many activities for children. 38. Commissioner Asseff, District 1 North Beach Parcel - (1005 E. Dania Beach Blvd, Hollywood, FL) Commissioner Asseff stated members of the Commission should come to a decision on the Dania Beach Boulevard parcel at the next Commission meeting. First Annual Dog Talent Show Commissioner Asseff complimented Commissioner Callari on the success of the First Annual Dog Talent Show at Stan Goldman Hollywoof Dog Park. Beach Re-nourishment Meeting Commissioner Asseff reminded everyone that a presentation on the management plan for Segment Three Beach Re-nourishment will be held tomorrow at Anne Kolb Nature Center. City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Vision 2020 Session Commissioner Asseff announced the Vision 2020 Session for the public will be held on February 29, 2016 at the Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Drive, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. PBS Motor Week Commissioner Asseff announced she recently attended the Broward County PBS motor week. She explained that the TOPS propane fueled para-transit fleet consisting of 98 vehicles is in service 24 hours a day and three more stations are being built. Nick’s Bar Commissioner Asseff requested support for the CRA to consider permitting the expansion of Nick’s Bar to serve drinks on the Broadwalk as does Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. Commissioner Callari and Vice Mayor Hernandez supported the request. 34. Commissioner Callari, District 3 First Annual Dog Talent Show Commissioner Callari stated the Hollywood Council of Civic Associations should be given all the credit for the success of the First Annual Dog Talent Show rather than herself. Future Development Commissioner Callari stated the pool foundations of homes in close proximity to the new Walmart were damaged by the pilings installed during the Walmart construction. She suggested that staff should look into this issue for future development. Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser Commissioner Callari requested that Chief Sanchez announce the Tip-A-Cop fundraiser event being held tomorrow. 37. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Walmart Commissioner Sherwood stated Walmart has established a process to address and repair the damages to homes and pools caused by the Walmart construction. 39. Mayor Bober City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 Mayor Bober had no further comments. 40. 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 Wednesday March 2, 2016 at 11:30 AM regarding ICON Radius Office Building formerly known as Radius Office Building, LLC vs. City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney and outside counsel Steven Zelkowitz, Gary Carman, Stephen Tilbrook and Rebecca Greenfield. 41. City Manager All Aboard Florida Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced All Aboard Florida will be working on the Bright Line track improvements on Pembroke Road and Dixie Highway, the end of this week and this weekend. Radius Garage Mural Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced a mural is in the process of being painted on the Radius Garage located at N. 19th Avenue and Tyler Street. Inclement Weather Cleanup Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated the Department of Public Works clean-up process from the severe weather yesterday is amazing. Karen Arndt, Assistant Director of Public Works, presented an update on the recovery process and assistance being provided by several outside contractors. Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Tip-A-Cop fundraiser event being held tomorrow at Longhorn Steakhouse Restaurant, 4899 Sheridan Street, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM to benefit Special Olympics of Florida. The Hollywood Police Department Officers will volunteer as celebrity waiters and waitresses. The Commission recessed at 4:33 PM and reconvened at 5:00 PM with all members of the Commission present. City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 17, 2016 32. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Patricia Hamlin, 2743 Washington Street 2. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 3. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street. 42. The meeting adjourned at 5:07 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 19